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Offered is „Design in der Beek“ by Pro-Ject as second-hand device from the category „Record Player complete“ on audio-markt.de - the online market place for high-end. The advert with the number 7662998127 ends on 18.12.2026 at 15:34 o'clock.
This looks like a fair ask, though not a bargain: €1,500 sits well above the €608 median and just below the €1,640 upper-quartile mark for comparable listings. The price is defensible for a genuinely clean, complete example, but it leaves little room for a casual purchase or undisclosed shortcomings.
The appeal is Pro-Ject’s serious high-end engineering: refined belt-drive mechanics, a stable platform, and a capable tonearm that can make a strong foundation for a good cartridge. The listing reportedly includes an MC Excalibur cartridge and describes the deck and arm as technically and cosmetically excellent, which materially supports the price. Still, verify cartridge condition, stylus hours, platter bearing noise, speed stability, and that the original accessories are present before committing.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Pro-Ject Audio Systems traces its roots to 1991 in Austria's Weinviertel region, north of Vienna, where founder Heinz Lichtenegger launched the brand amid the CD revolution. Kicked out of music school as a youth, Lichtenegger channeled his passion for analog sound into affordable, high-quality turntables at a time when vinyl seemed obsolete. His debut Pro-Ject 1, hand-assembled in the Czech Republic, earned rave reviews as a top high-end device, igniting a success story that relocated headquarters to Vienna before returning to Mistelbach in Lower Austria.
The brand excels in turntables, establishing itself as the world's largest and leading producer in that category, while expanding into a full spectrum of hi-fi components since 2000. Offerings include amplifiers, DACs, headphone amps, speakers, cables, and phono stages, all emphasizing essential sound reproduction with durable materials and minimalist design. Manufacturing remains European—primarily in Czechia, Slovakia, and Germany—prioritizing sustainability through local sourcing, short transport, and products built for longevity.
Pro-Ject holds a commanding niche as the go-to for mid-tier audiophiles seeking boutique European craftsmanship without extravagant pricing. Distributed in over 80 countries, it appeals to vinyl revivalists and discerning buyers who value analog purity, innovation, and value-driven performance over flashy excess, cementing its reputation as a pioneer in accessible high-fidelity.
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