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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
upgraded + updated version of our bestselling hifi listening turntable series, several improvements from previous model, available in 10 colors
🆕 pre-mounted Pick It MM EVO cartridge, a step up from the Ortofon 2M Red & can be upgraded to 2M Blue stylus
🆕 fuller, richer sound via 8.6" Carbon Fiber Tonearm with integrated headshell + adaptive anti-skating
🆕 heavy die-cast aluminum platter w/ TPE damping
🆕 improved tonearm block + counterweight inherited from the high-end Debut Pro B
electronic speed change button, plays 33/45 RPM
stable, smooth-running, decoupled AC belt drive motor
removable braided Connect-It E RCA cables (retails for $69 on its own)
note: this turntable requires a phono preamp
dustcover included
handmade in Europe
"The Debut EVO 2 focuses on the core aspects that make a turntable sound great. Technically correct design – expert craftsmanship – handmade in the EU. This turntable is built to last you a lifetime." - Pro-Ject
➕RECOMMENDED ADD-ON
This add-on allows you to connect your turntable to any AUX input (RCA or 3.5mm)
Pro-Ject: Phono Box MM Preamp
Audioquest: Tower RCA Cable - 1.0m / 39"
Audioquest: RCA to 1/8" (3.5mm) Adaptor
select ➕ option above
🔑 KEY FEATURES
motor type: belt-drive
operation type: semi-automatic
phono preamp: n/a
speeds: 33 RPM, 45 RPM
tonearm shape: straight
counterweight setting: yes
anti-skate setting: yes
VTA / height adjustment: n/a
detachable headshell: n/a
body material: MDF wood
platter material: aluminum
outputs: RCA phono
removable RCA: yes
dust cover: yes, hinged
dimensions: 16.34" (w) x 4.45" (h) x 12.6" (d) / 415 x 113 x 320mm
weight: 13.23 lb / 6 kg
📦 COMES WITH
pre-mounted cartridge
dust cover
45 adaptor
RCA cable w/ ground wire
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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