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Selling my Pro-Ject The Classic with brand new Ortofon 2M redThis turntable has been since new, but never saw much use and ended up in storage. It has been tested and fitted with a brand new Ortofon 2M Red by a Pro-Ject dealer for the purposes of this sale.The turntable can be inspected and demoe...
This is a seller’s market only if the deck is exceptional; at A$1,500, this listing sits far above the supplied comparable median of A$95 and 75th percentile of A$450. That makes the asking price ambitious rather than a straightforward used-market buy, especially with condition, cartridge state, and accessories unspecified.
The Classic is a genuinely well-regarded turntable, combining a handsome wooden multi-plinth design with effective isolation, a capable carbon/aluminium tonearm, adjustable VTA and azimuth, and typically an Ortofon 2M Silver cartridge. It offers full-bodied, dynamic sound and useful upgrade potential, so a pristine, complete, original-owner example could justify a premium—but not automatically this one. At A$1,500, insist on excellent cosmetic condition, quiet motor operation, accurate speeds, intact suspension and dust cover, and a healthy cartridge; otherwise, negotiate firmly toward the established used-market range.
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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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