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Open Box / B-Stock Notes
exterior grade: 9.0 out of 10 - near mint, very light surface wear
item cosmetic note: n/a
item function: ✔️ tested
item exterior packaging: original, packaging may show damage
note: all open box / b-stock items are final sale
📌LAB POINTS
high-end model in Pro-Ject's Debut series, a step up from the bestselling Debut Carbon
"B" model adds mini XLR balanced output (note: to achieve true balanced connection, a balanced phono stage required)
includes Pre-adjusted Pick it Pro Balanced MM cartridge ($249 when purchased separately)
easily switch between 33 +45 RPM w/ electronic switch (play 78s w/ separate belt, included)
⬆️ upgraded 8.6″ one-piece carbon-wrapped aluminum tonearm with integrated headshell + nickel-plated bearing block for fuller, richer sound
⬆️ upgraded tonearm collar w/ adjustable arm height (VTA) + Azimuth adjustment
stable, smooth-running, decoupled DC belt drive motor
height-adjustable TPE-damped isolation feet
⬆️ black satin finish w/ brushed aluminum accents
removable braided Connect-It E RCA cables (retails for $69 on its own)
note: this turntable requires a phono preamp
dustcover included
🔑KEY FEATURES
8.6" carbon-wrapped aluminum tonearm
RCA phono + mini XLR output
base constructed from MDF (Medium Density Fiberboard, a very dense engineered wood material)
⬆️ upgraded platter: die-cast aluminum with TPE dampening
platter bearing: high-precision stainless steel axle in bronze bushing
drive principle: belt-drive w/ electronic speed control
motor decoupled to reduce vibration
🔎TECH SPECS
wow & flutter: 33: +/-0.16%; 45: +/-0.14%
speed drift: 33: +/-0.40%; 45: +/-0.50%
signal to noise: 68dB
dimensions: 16.63" x 4.5" x 12.63″ / 415 x 113 x 320mm
weight (without dustcover): 13.23 lbs / 6kg
📦COMES WITH
pre-mounted Pick It Pro Balanced MM cartridge
Connect-It E RCA Cable
15V DC power supply
separate belt for playing 78rpm
45 adaptor
felt platter mat
dust cover
ABOUT TRUE BALANCED AUDIO
True Balanced Audio refers to a superior audio signal that results in higher sound quality with nearly zero background noise, check out our in-depth guide here
True Balanced gear can be utilized as both balanced (with the proper components and signal path) or non-balanced
True Balanced Audio requires a moving coil cartridge (MC) or the Pro-Ject Pick it Pro Balanced MM Cartridge
True Balanced Audio requires a balanced audio cable (5-Pin DIN, mini XLR / XLR, or RCA > Mini XLR) connected from the turntable to the preamp
True Balanced Audio requires a preamp that accepts balanced cables; you can output either XLR (recommended) or RCA from the preamp to speakers / amplifier
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Generating expert take…
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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