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Musicraft is pleased to announce that we now also support Pro-Ject Audio Systems and Ortofon

Pro-Ject Audio Systems


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Pro-Ject products are the result of an exemplary cooperation within a rapidly uniting Europe. For over fifty years record players have been designed and built at Pro-Ject's manufacturing facility in Litovel, situated to the east of Prague. This plant is one of the most advanced manufacturers of precision mechanics in the country. In cooperating with this company Pro-Ject Audio Systems, located in Vienna, found the ideal partner for their plans to produce the goods that they missed from amongst the vast flood of consumer hi-fi products - simple, uncluttered and utterly functional products. Pro-Ject Audio Systems is currently one of the world's leading suppliers of record players, with a range of models designed to satisfy all levels of expectation and budget. In many countries of the world customers can rely on competent service and support from Pro-Ject distributors well versed in analogue record reproduction technology. Pro-Ject products exhibit sonic performance beyond all expectations normally associated with their price. They are simple to use, maintenance free and will function reliably a lifetime long. They also offer extraordinary value for money.

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Ortofon

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A great Danish success story began in 1918

In the beginning was the sound track…

On the 9th of October 1918, the two Danish engineers, Axel Petersen (1887-1971) and Arnold Poulsen (1889-1952) founded the Electrical Phono Film Company with a few capable and foresighted businessmen who would support the organization financially.

Their aim was to explore the possibility of high-class recording and developing one of the first synchronized sound film systems in the world. Under primitive conditions, the two Danish engineers and their small staff had to solve a number of what were considered insuperable problems.

Ortofon today

Today Ortofon is a fine mechanical powerhouse, which develops, manufactures and markets the world acclaimed Ortofon cartridges and components for the hearing aids industry.

Our company has always been working with sound reproduction. Founded in Copenhagen, it initially made soundtracks for movies. In 1948 Ortofon developed its first moving coil cartridge, since then more than 300 different cartridges have been developed and manufactured, with our latest being MC A95 Anniversary cartridge.

We benefit from being established in Denmark, a country recognized for its strong tradition in acoustics and its wealth of other high-end manufacturers, who make hearing aids and acoustic measurement equipment, in addition to all aspects of high-end audio.

Ortofon worldwide

Acoustics, materials, technology and micro mechanics are key competences in Ortofon's technological prowess. Research and development is done with the company's own engineers supported by a strong network of acoustic know-how and industrial design in Denmark.

The products are sold worldwide through a network of more than 60 importers and Sales subsidiaries in the USA and in Japan.

Ortofon is owned by Danish businessmen and employs a staff of 95 people. The Ortofon manufacturing unit in Nakskov in the south of Denmark has modern machinery combined with experienced operators, so human craftsmanship is delivered with uniform industrial quality.

Growing the company

Ortofon has developed significantly over the last 10 years and currently is in a phase where the use of the advanced technologies has opened for exciting new business opportunities within the Medical industry. This growth is driven, among other things, by investment in the new technology and new products. As a recognition of the company’s successful development and significant positive impact on local society, Helle Thorning-Schmidt, then-Prime Minister of Denmark, visited Ortofon factory on April 27th 2015.
The company plans to continue growth and will increase focus on development and manufacturing of components to the Hearing Aids industries, not in the least Bone conductors. Ortofon is ISO 13485 certified with a scope "Manufacturing of components in plastic, rubber and metal for the medical device industry and manufacturing of Bone Conductors".
Currently Ortofon A/S and DTU Mechanical Engineering are working in close collaboration within the EU Seventh Framework and Horizon 2020 Programme for Research and Innovation.

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Website: http://www.musicraft.co.uk

Please call 01332 346284, 07727 272443 or email [email protected]

Hours of business are Monday to Saturday 9am-8pm, Sunday 10.30am-4.30pm (please call before travelling)



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Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM 3 Carbon turntable

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Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM 3 Carbon turntable in Red High Gloss finish

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Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM 3 Carbon turntable - EISA Award for Best Turntable 2015-2016

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Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM 3 Carbon turntable in Black High Gloss finish

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Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM 3 Carbon turntable in White High Gloss finish

The latest edition to the RPM range of turntables follows on from where the hugely popular Genie 3 left off. The RPM 3 Carbon boasts a number of improvements from its sibling, the new RPM 1 Carbon.

The new RPM 3 Carbon design has been upgraded to significantly reduce resonance across the turntable. While maintaining the instantly recognisable shape, this turntable boasts improvements in the tonearm, bearing, and motor.

The brand new tonearm is a carbon fibre/aluminium resin construct, made using special heat and pressure treatments. The result of this new design is a tonearm that is more solid and anti-resonant than ever before at this price, while maintaining a light weight. The arm is finished off with a pre-fitted Ortofon 2M Silver cartridge and a new magnetic anti-skate mechanism. The improved counterweight also utilises TPE damping in the form of an anti-resonant ring around the fixing point.

The new vinyl topped sandwich platter creates the perfect surface for your vinyl to play on with no need for a mat.

The completely decoupled motor is based upon the same design as the Xpression Carbon, powered by an AC generator that's connected to the new DC power supply. The inverted main bearing now utilises a ceramic ball, offering a more fluid and consistent platter rotation than ever before.

Available in Red, White or Black High Gloss finishes, the RPM 3 Carbon is a turntable package that offers truly phenomenal value for money.

Key Features:

• Precision belt drive using synchronous motor
• Ultra-precision DC-driven AC generator motor power
• Inverted platter bearing with ceramic ball
• Vinyl topped sandwich platter
• 10” S-shaped tonearm made from carbon, aluminium, resin utilising special heat and pressure treatments
• Magnetic anti-skating
• Counterweight with TPE damping
• Pre-fitted Ortofon 2M Silver cartridge
• 3 high-gloss colours (black, red, white)
• Lid available as optional extra

Technical Data:

• Replacement Stylus: Ortofon 2M Silver Stylus
• Pre-Fitted Cartridge: Ortofon 2M Silver
• Nominal Speeds: 33/45 RPM (Manual)
• Dust Cover: No (Optional Extra)
• Motor Completely Decoupled: Yes
• RCA Phono Sockets: Yes
• S-Shaped Tonearm: Yes
• Effective Tonearm Length: 10" (254mm)
• Effective Tonearm Mass: 15g
• Overhang: 16mm
• Tracking Force: 0 - 25mN
• Speed Drift: ± 0.14%
• Wow & Flutter: ± 0.19%
• Signal to Noise: -71dB
• Platter Weight / Diameter: 1.6kg / 300mm
• Output Voltage: 15V / 800mA DC
• Power Consumption: 5W Max. / <0.5W Standby
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 447 x 118 x 373mm
• Weight: 5.5kg

Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM 3 Carbon turntable RRP £599


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Ortofon continuous development since 1918

Ortofon has a long history and a rich heritage

We preserve our heritage by continuously investing in technology and product development. The most important point is to have something to offer today’s consumer. It is our philosophy that even a traditional product can benefit greatly from new technology and industrial competences.

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YouTube video - Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM 3 Carbon turntable - EISA Award for Best Turntable 2015-2016

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e2Tj77R3Khk

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Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM 3 Carbon turntable - EISA Award for Best Turntable 2015-2016

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Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM 3 Carbon turntable in Red High Gloss finish

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Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM 3 Carbon turntable in Black High Gloss finish

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Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM 3 Carbon turntable in White High Gloss finish

The latest edition to the RPM range of turntables follows on from where the hugely popular Genie 3 left off. The RPM 3 Carbon boasts a number of improvements from its sibling, the new RPM 1 Carbon.

The new RPM 3 Carbon design has been upgraded to significantly reduce resonance across the turntable. While maintaining the instantly recognisable shape, this turntable boasts improvements in the tonearm, bearing, and motor.

The brand new tonearm is a carbon fibre/aluminium resin construct, made using special heat and pressure treatments. The result of this new design is a tonearm that is more solid and anti-resonant than ever before at this price, while maintaining a light weight. The arm is finished off with a pre-fitted Ortofon 2M Silver cartridge and a new magnetic anti-skate mechanism. The improved counterweight also utilises TPE damping in the form of an anti-resonant ring around the fixing point.

The new vinyl topped sandwich platter creates the perfect surface for your vinyl to play on with no need for a mat.

The completely decoupled motor is based upon the same design as the Xpression Carbon, powered by an AC generator that's connected to the new DC power supply. The inverted main bearing now utilises a ceramic ball, offering a more fluid and consistent platter rotation than ever before.

Available in Red, White or Black High Gloss finishes, the RPM 3 Carbon is a turntable package that offers truly phenomenal value for money.

Key Features:

• Precision belt drive using synchronous motor
• Ultra-precision DC-driven AC generator motor power
• Inverted platter bearing with ceramic ball
• Vinyl topped sandwich platter
• 10” S-shaped tonearm made from carbon, aluminium, resin utilising special heat and pressure treatments
• Magnetic anti-skating
• Counterweight with TPE damping
• Pre-fitted Ortofon 2M Silver cartridge
• 3 high-gloss colours (black, red, white)
• Lid available as optional extra

Technical Data:

• Replacement Stylus: Ortofon 2M Silver Stylus
• Pre-Fitted Cartridge: Ortofon 2M Silver
• Nominal Speeds: 33/45 RPM (Manual)
• Dust Cover: No (Optional Extra)
• Motor Completely Decoupled: Yes
• RCA Phono Sockets: Yes
• S-Shaped Tonearm: Yes
• Effective Tonearm Length: 10" (254mm)
• Effective Tonearm Mass: 15g
• Overhang: 16mm
• Tracking Force: 0 - 25mN
• Speed Drift: ± 0.14%
• Wow & Flutter: ± 0.19%
• Signal to Noise: -71dB
• Platter Weight / Diameter: 1.6kg / 300mm
• Output Voltage: 15V / 800mA DC
• Power Consumption: 5W Max. / <0.5W Standby
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 447 x 118 x 373mm
• Weight: 5.5kg

Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM 3 Carbon turntable RRP £599


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Ortofon timeline 1918 - 2016

A fine-mechanical powerhouse

From being a development laboratory for tone films in 1918 Ortofon became an important force in fostering the gramophone industry in 40's. Since the 80's, the development of products became highly influenced by major technological progresses with regard to materials and processing technology.
Today Ortofon is a fine mechanical powerhouse, which develops, manufactures and markets the world acclaimed Ortofon cartridges and components for the hearing aids industry.

http://www.ortofon.com/about/timeline

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HiFi Pig reviews Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM 3 Carbon turntable

http://hifipig.com/pro-ject-rpm3-carbon/

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Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM 3 Carbon turntable in Red High Gloss finish

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Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM 3 Carbon turntable - EISA Award for Best Turntable 2015-2016

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e2Tj77R3Khk
YouTube video -Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM 3 Carbon turntable - EISA Award for Best Turntable 2015-2016

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Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM 3 Carbon turntable in Black High Gloss finish

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Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM 3 Carbon turntable in White High Gloss finish

The latest edition to the RPM range of turntables follows on from where the hugely popular Genie 3 left off. The RPM 3 Carbon boasts a number of improvements from its sibling, the new RPM 1 Carbon.

The new RPM 3 Carbon design has been upgraded to significantly reduce resonance across the turntable. While maintaining the instantly recognisable shape, this turntable boasts improvements in the tonearm, bearing, and motor.

The brand new tonearm is a carbon fibre/aluminium resin construct, made using special heat and pressure treatments. The result of this new design is a tonearm that is more solid and anti-resonant than ever before at this price, while maintaining a light weight. The arm is finished off with a pre-fitted Ortofon 2M Silver cartridge and a new magnetic anti-skate mechanism. The improved counterweight also utilises TPE damping in the form of an anti-resonant ring around the fixing point.

The new vinyl topped sandwich platter creates the perfect surface for your vinyl to play on with no need for a mat.

The completely decoupled motor is based upon the same design as the Xpression Carbon, powered by an AC generator that's connected to the new DC power supply. The inverted main bearing now utilises a ceramic ball, offering a more fluid and consistent platter rotation than ever before.

Available in Red, White or Black High Gloss finishes, the RPM 3 Carbon is a turntable package that offers truly phenomenal value for money.

Key Features:

• Precision belt drive using synchronous motor
• Ultra-precision DC-driven AC generator motor power
• Inverted platter bearing with ceramic ball
• Vinyl topped sandwich platter
• 10” S-shaped tonearm made from carbon, aluminium, resin utilising special heat and pressure treatments
• Magnetic anti-skating
• Counterweight with TPE damping
• Pre-fitted Ortofon 2M Silver cartridge
• 3 high-gloss colours (black, red, white)
• Lid available as optional extra

Technical Data:

• Replacement Stylus: Ortofon 2M Silver Stylus
• Pre-Fitted Cartridge: Ortofon 2M Silver
• Nominal Speeds: 33/45 RPM (Manual)
• Dust Cover: No (Optional Extra)
• Motor Completely Decoupled: Yes
• RCA Phono Sockets: Yes
• S-Shaped Tonearm: Yes
• Effective Tonearm Length: 10" (254mm)
• Effective Tonearm Mass: 15g
• Overhang: 16mm
• Tracking Force: 0 - 25mN
• Speed Drift: ± 0.14%
• Wow & Flutter: ± 0.19%
• Signal to Noise: -71dB
• Platter Weight / Diameter: 1.6kg / 300mm
• Output Voltage: 15V / 800mA DC
• Power Consumption: 5W Max. / <0.5W Standby
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 447 x 118 x 373mm
• Weight: 5.5kg

Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM 3 Carbon turntable RRP £599


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Stereophile -

Pro-Ject Audio System's founder and President Heinz Lichtenegger on their new Classic 25th Anniversary turntable

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YouTube video of Pro-Ject Audio Systems new Classic 25th Anniversary turntable

Classic 25th Anniversary turntable RRP £799


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More details of Pro-Ject Audio Systems new The Classic 25th Anniversary turntable

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YouTube video of Pro-Ject Audio Systems new The Classic 25th Anniversary turntable

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To celebrate their 25 year anniversary, Pro-Ject Audio Systyems are combining traditional design with modern technology in a brand new turntable model. The aptly named 'Classic' is a sleek, compact and elegant turntable based around the "frame" design popularised by the likes of Thorens and Linn in the 1950's and 60's, but implemented with the innovative technologies Pro-Ject have become known for.

The two-plinth design allows the motor to sit in a separate plinth to the bearing and tonearm, reducing the unwanted transference of electrical and mechanical noise. The two medium-density fibre plinth sections are isolated from each-other with the use of specially selected Thermo-Plastic Elastomers (TPE). The use of TPE, rather than the spring-loaded method of historical designs, makes The Classic effortlessly simple to set up while retaining anti-resonance properties.

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Pro-Ject Audio Systems The Classic 25th Anniversary turntable

The idea of anti-resonant structures also carries through to The Classic's platter. The general layout was inspired by the iconic Debut platter assembly, but the main platter has been significantly upgraded to a special aluminium alloy version which is internally lined with TPE damping. The sub-platter and bearing are also similar to the Debut design, but the tolerances are far tighter for The Classic, resulting in a higher-quality performance.

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Pro-Ject Audio Systems The Classic 25th Anniversary turntable

The Classic also boasts a radical new tonearm design, inspired by the production processes developed for the award-winning RPM 3 Carbon turntable. The tonearm tube is made from a sandwich composite of carbon and aluminium. The carbon fibre gives the arm rigidity, speed and reduced mass, while the aluminium delivers better overall damping. The tube is then supported by a new bearing assembly with ultra-low friction and wider movement for improved tracking. The nickel-plated counterweight not only looks fantastic, it's also TPE-damped to ensure the arm remains acoustically neutral. The Classic tonearm can also be VTA and azimuth adjusted to suit almost any modern pick-up cartridge.

The Classic is supplied as standard with the Ortofon 2M Silver cartridge, which has been developed exclusively for Pro-Ject Audio Systems. This popular moving-magnet design allows The Classic to perform to a high standard right out of the box, and also offers upgrade options as your musical journey continues. The Classic is also supplied with a fitted dust cover, a junction box for easy cable upgrades and the Connect-IT E RCA cables. The three finishes (Eucalyptus (Black), Rosenut and Walnut) also mean The Classic can fit into any decor.

Pro-Ject Audio Systems The Classic 25th Anniversary turntable Key Features:

• Belt drive anniversary turntable with multi-plinth design
• MDF plinths (top plinth has metal layer 'sandwich' finish) separated by TPE suspension
• Height adjustable decoupling feet
• Precision balanced, TPE-damped aluminium-platter
• 9” carbon fibre/aluminium tonearm with MM & MC compatibility
• New tonearm bearing design with Japanese ball bearing (base of tonearm) and vertical cable outlet for unhindered arm movement
• Ultra low friction Zircon pin-point cardan tonearm bearings (top & side)
• Fully adjustable azimuth and VTA
• TPE-damped counterweight
• Supplied with Ortofon 2M Silver phono cartridge
• Classic wooden chassis in three matte finishes (Walnut, Rosenut, Eucalyptus)

Pro-Ject Audio Systems The Classic 25th Anniversary turntable Technical Data:

• Replacement Stylus: Ortofon 2M Silver Stylus
• Fitted Cartridge:Ortofon 2M Silver
• Nominal Speeds: 33/45
• Speed & Variance: 33: 0.10% 45: 0.11%
• Wow & Flutter: 33: 0.03% 45: 0.05%
• Signal-to-Nosie: -71dB
• Platter: 300mm
• Main Bearing: Stainless Steel
• Effective Arm Length: 230mm
• Overhang: 18mm
• Effective Tonearm Mass: 13.5g
• Tracking Force Range: 10 - 30mN
• Dust Cover: Yes
• Power Supply: 15V / 1.6A DC
• Power Consumption: 5.0W / <0.5W Standby
• Dimensions (WxHxD): 460 x 131 x 351mm (Lid Closed)
• Weight: 10.2kg

Pro-Ject Audio Systems The Classic 25th Anniversary turntable RRP £799


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Pro-Ject Audio Systems new The Classic 25th Anniversary turntable in Walnut finish

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ftmDGTE0s54
YouTube video of Pro-Ject Audio Systems new The Classic 25th Anniversary turntable

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To celebrate their 25 year anniversary, Pro-Ject Audio Systyems are combining traditional design with modern technology in a brand new turntable model. The aptly named 'Classic' is a sleek, compact and elegant turntable based around the "frame" design popularised by the likes of Thorens and Linn in the 1950's and 60's, but implemented with the innovative technologies Pro-Ject have become known for.

The two-plinth design allows the motor to sit in a separate plinth to the bearing and tonearm, reducing the unwanted transference of electrical and mechanical noise. The two medium-density fibre plinth sections are isolated from each-other with the use of specially selected Thermo-Plastic Elastomers (TPE). The use of TPE, rather than the spring-loaded method of historical designs, makes The Classic effortlessly simple to set up while retaining anti-resonance properties.

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Pro-Ject Audio Systems The Classic 25th Anniversary turntable

The idea of anti-resonant structures also carries through to The Classic's platter. The general layout was inspired by the iconic Debut platter assembly, but the main platter has been significantly upgraded to a special aluminium alloy version which is internally lined with TPE damping. The sub-platter and bearing are also similar to the Debut design, but the tolerances are far tighter for The Classic, resulting in a higher-quality performance.

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Pro-Ject Audio Systems The Classic 25th Anniversary turntable

The Classic also boasts a radical new tonearm design, inspired by the production processes developed for the award-winning RPM 3 Carbon turntable. The tonearm tube is made from a sandwich composite of carbon and aluminium. The carbon fibre gives the arm rigidity, speed and reduced mass, while the aluminium delivers better overall damping. The tube is then supported by a new bearing assembly with ultra-low friction and wider movement for improved tracking. The nickel-plated counterweight not only looks fantastic, it's also TPE-damped to ensure the arm remains acoustically neutral. The Classic tonearm can also be VTA and azimuth adjusted to suit almost any modern pick-up cartridge.

The Classic is supplied as standard with the Ortofon 2M Silver cartridge, which has been developed exclusively for Pro-Ject Audio Systems. This popular moving-magnet design allows The Classic to perform to a high standard right out of the box, and also offers upgrade options as your musical journey continues. The Classic is also supplied with a fitted dust cover, a junction box for easy cable upgrades and the Connect-IT E RCA cables. The three finishes (Eucalyptus (Black), Rosenut and Walnut) also mean The Classic can fit into any decor.

Pro-Ject Audio Systems The Classic 25th Anniversary turntable Key Features:

• Belt drive anniversary turntable with multi-plinth design
• MDF plinths (top plinth has metal layer 'sandwich' finish) separated by TPE suspension
• Height adjustable decoupling feet
• Precision balanced, TPE-damped aluminium-platter
• 9” carbon fibre/aluminium tonearm with MM & MC compatibility
• New tonearm bearing design with Japanese ball bearing (base of tonearm) and vertical cable outlet for unhindered arm movement
• Ultra low friction Zircon pin-point cardan tonearm bearings (top & side)
• Fully adjustable azimuth and VTA
• TPE-damped counterweight
• Supplied with Ortofon 2M Silver phono cartridge
• Classic wooden chassis in three matte finishes (Walnut, Rosenut, Eucalyptus)

Pro-Ject Audio Systems The Classic 25th Anniversary turntable Technical Data:

• Replacement Stylus: Ortofon 2M Silver Stylus
• Fitted Cartridge:Ortofon 2M Silver
• Nominal Speeds: 33/45
• Speed & Variance: 33: 0.10% 45: 0.11%
• Wow & Flutter: 33: 0.03% 45: 0.05%
• Signal-to-Nosie: -71dB
• Platter: 300mm
• Main Bearing: Stainless Steel
• Effective Arm Length: 230mm
• Overhang: 18mm
• Effective Tonearm Mass: 13.5g
• Tracking Force Range: 10 - 30mN
• Dust Cover: Yes
• Power Supply: 15V / 1.6A DC
• Power Consumption: 5.0W / <0.5W Standby
• Dimensions (WxHxD): 460 x 131 x 351mm (Lid Closed)
• Weight: 10.2kg

Pro-Ject Audio Systems The Classic 25th Anniversary turntable RRP £799


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Ortofon - Interview with the legendary Per Windfeld

The legendary Per Windfeld, the former chief engineer, has more than 30 years been a feature of the high-end culture as Head of the company's R&D

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Ortofon's former chief engineer Per Windfeld

"Reaching the 97th anniversary in itself tells about Ortofon's secret of surviving..."

Per Windfeld has for more than 30 years been a feature of the high-end culture as Head of the Ortofon's R&D. Per Windfeld has been responsible for many of the cartridges that made Ortofon famous, i.a. MC Super Series, Kontrapunkt MC Series, MC Jubilee, MC Rohmann, MC Rondo Series, OM Series, Concorde cartridges and many more.

http://www.ortofon.com/about/interview-with-per-windfeld

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Pro-Ject Audio Systems new The Classic 25th Anniversary turntable in Eucalyptus finish

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ftmDGTE0s54
YouTube video of Pro-Ject Audio Systems new The Classic 25th Anniversary turntable

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Pro-Ject Audio Systems new The Classic 25th Anniversary turntable in Walnut finish

To celebrate their 25 year anniversary, Pro-Ject Audio Systyems are combining traditional design with modern technology in a brand new turntable model. The aptly named 'Classic' is a sleek, compact and elegant turntable based around the "frame" design popularised by the likes of Thorens and Linn in the 1950's and 60's, but implemented with the innovative technologies Pro-Ject have become known for.

The two-plinth design allows the motor to sit in a separate plinth to the bearing and tonearm, reducing the unwanted transference of electrical and mechanical noise. The two medium-density fibre plinth sections are isolated from each-other with the use of specially selected Thermo-Plastic Elastomers (TPE). The use of TPE, rather than the spring-loaded method of historical designs, makes The Classic effortlessly simple to set up while retaining anti-resonance properties.

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Pro-Ject Audio Systems The Classic 25th Anniversary turntable

The idea of anti-resonant structures also carries through to The Classic's platter. The general layout was inspired by the iconic Debut platter assembly, but the main platter has been significantly upgraded to a special aluminium alloy version which is internally lined with TPE damping. The sub-platter and bearing are also similar to the Debut design, but the tolerances are far tighter for The Classic, resulting in a higher-quality performance.

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Pro-Ject Audio Systems The Classic 25th Anniversary turntable

The Classic also boasts a radical new tonearm design, inspired by the production processes developed for the award-winning RPM 3 Carbon turntable. The tonearm tube is made from a sandwich composite of carbon and aluminium. The carbon fibre gives the arm rigidity, speed and reduced mass, while the aluminium delivers better overall damping. The tube is then supported by a new bearing assembly with ultra-low friction and wider movement for improved tracking. The nickel-plated counterweight not only looks fantastic, it's also TPE-damped to ensure the arm remains acoustically neutral. The Classic tonearm can also be VTA and azimuth adjusted to suit almost any modern pick-up cartridge.

The Classic is supplied as standard with the Ortofon 2M Silver cartridge, which has been developed exclusively for Pro-Ject Audio Systems. This popular moving-magnet design allows The Classic to perform to a high standard right out of the box, and also offers upgrade options as your musical journey continues. The Classic is also supplied with a fitted dust cover, a junction box for easy cable upgrades and the Connect-IT E RCA cables. The three finishes (Eucalyptus (Black), Rosenut and Walnut) also mean The Classic can fit into any decor.

Pro-Ject Audio Systems The Classic 25th Anniversary turntable Key Features:

• Belt drive anniversary turntable with multi-plinth design
• MDF plinths (top plinth has metal layer 'sandwich' finish) separated by TPE suspension
• Height adjustable decoupling feet
• Precision balanced, TPE-damped aluminium-platter
• 9” carbon fibre/aluminium tonearm with MM & MC compatibility
• New tonearm bearing design with Japanese ball bearing (base of tonearm) and vertical cable outlet for unhindered arm movement
• Ultra low friction Zircon pin-point cardan tonearm bearings (top & side)
• Fully adjustable azimuth and VTA
• TPE-damped counterweight
• Supplied with Ortofon 2M Silver phono cartridge
• Classic wooden chassis in three matte finishes (Walnut, Rosenut, Eucalyptus)

Pro-Ject Audio Systems The Classic 25th Anniversary turntable Technical Data:

• Replacement Stylus: Ortofon 2M Silver Stylus
• Fitted Cartridge:Ortofon 2M Silver
• Nominal Speeds: 33/45
• Speed & Variance: 33: 0.10% 45: 0.11%
• Wow & Flutter: 33: 0.03% 45: 0.05%
• Signal-to-Nosie: -71dB
• Platter: 300mm
• Main Bearing: Stainless Steel
• Effective Arm Length: 230mm
• Overhang: 18mm
• Effective Tonearm Mass: 13.5g
• Tracking Force Range: 10 - 30mN
• Dust Cover: Yes
• Power Supply: 15V / 1.6A DC
• Power Consumption: 5.0W / <0.5W Standby
• Dimensions (WxHxD): 460 x 131 x 351mm (Lid Closed)
• Weight: 10.2kg

Pro-Ject Audio Systems The Classic 25th Anniversary turntable RRP £799


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Pro-Ject Audio Systems new The Classic 25th Anniversary turntable in Rosenut finish

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YouTube video of Pro-Ject Audio Systems new The Classic 25th Anniversary turntable

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Pro-Ject Audio Systems new The Classic 25th Anniversary turntable in Eucalyptus finish

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Pro-Ject Audio Systems new The Classic 25th Anniversary turntable in Walnut finish

To celebrate their 25 year anniversary, Pro-Ject Audio Systyems are combining traditional design with modern technology in a brand new turntable model. The aptly named 'Classic' is a sleek, compact and elegant turntable based around the "frame" design popularised by the likes of Thorens and Linn in the 1950's and 60's, but implemented with the innovative technologies Pro-Ject have become known for.

The two-plinth design allows the motor to sit in a separate plinth to the bearing and tonearm, reducing the unwanted transference of electrical and mechanical noise. The two medium-density fibre plinth sections are isolated from each-other with the use of specially selected Thermo-Plastic Elastomers (TPE). The use of TPE, rather than the spring-loaded method of historical designs, makes The Classic effortlessly simple to set up while retaining anti-resonance properties.

The%20Classic%20(Chassis%20Assembly).jpg

Pro-Ject Audio Systems The Classic 25th Anniversary turntable

The idea of anti-resonant structures also carries through to The Classic's platter. The general layout was inspired by the iconic Debut platter assembly, but the main platter has been significantly upgraded to a special aluminium alloy version which is internally lined with TPE damping. The sub-platter and bearing are also similar to the Debut design, but the tolerances are far tighter for The Classic, resulting in a higher-quality performance.

The%20Classic%20(Platter%20Assembly).jpg

Pro-Ject Audio Systems The Classic 25th Anniversary turntable

The Classic also boasts a radical new tonearm design, inspired by the production processes developed for the award-winning RPM 3 Carbon turntable. The tonearm tube is made from a sandwich composite of carbon and aluminium. The carbon fibre gives the arm rigidity, speed and reduced mass, while the aluminium delivers better overall damping. The tube is then supported by a new bearing assembly with ultra-low friction and wider movement for improved tracking. The nickel-plated counterweight not only looks fantastic, it's also TPE-damped to ensure the arm remains acoustically neutral. The Classic tonearm can also be VTA and azimuth adjusted to suit almost any modern pick-up cartridge.

The Classic is supplied as standard with the Ortofon 2M Silver cartridge, which has been developed exclusively for Pro-Ject Audio Systems. This popular moving-magnet design allows The Classic to perform to a high standard right out of the box, and also offers upgrade options as your musical journey continues. The Classic is also supplied with a fitted dust cover, a junction box for easy cable upgrades and the Connect-IT E RCA cables. The three finishes (Eucalyptus (Black), Rosenut and Walnut) also mean The Classic can fit into any decor.

Pro-Ject Audio Systems The Classic 25th Anniversary turntable Key Features:

• Belt drive anniversary turntable with multi-plinth design
• MDF plinths (top plinth has metal layer 'sandwich' finish) separated by TPE suspension
• Height adjustable decoupling feet
• Precision balanced, TPE-damped aluminium-platter
• 9” carbon fibre/aluminium tonearm with MM & MC compatibility
• New tonearm bearing design with Japanese ball bearing (base of tonearm) and vertical cable outlet for unhindered arm movement
• Ultra low friction Zircon pin-point cardan tonearm bearings (top & side)
• Fully adjustable azimuth and VTA
• TPE-damped counterweight
• Supplied with Ortofon 2M Silver phono cartridge
• Classic wooden chassis in three matte finishes (Walnut, Rosenut, Eucalyptus)

Pro-Ject Audio Systems The Classic 25th Anniversary turntable Technical Data:

• Replacement Stylus: Ortofon 2M Silver Stylus
• Fitted Cartridge:Ortofon 2M Silver
• Nominal Speeds: 33/45
• Speed & Variance: 33: 0.10% 45: 0.11%
• Wow & Flutter: 33: 0.03% 45: 0.05%
• Signal-to-Nosie: -71dB
• Platter: 300mm
• Main Bearing: Stainless Steel
• Effective Arm Length: 230mm
• Overhang: 18mm
• Effective Tonearm Mass: 13.5g
• Tracking Force Range: 10 - 30mN
• Dust Cover: Yes
• Power Supply: 15V / 1.6A DC
• Power Consumption: 5.0W / <0.5W Standby
• Dimensions (WxHxD): 460 x 131 x 351mm (Lid Closed)
• Weight: 10.2kg

Pro-Ject Audio Systems The Classic 25th Anniversary turntable RRP £799


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HiFi News reviews Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM 3 Carbon turntable

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(Artist: Ron Sexsmith / Track: My, myself and wine / Album: Forever Endeavour) - “I’m greeted with music that’s a well balanced blend of mature detail and plain fun.”
“Sexsmith’s vocals are nicely opened up to reveal their intentionally relaxed tones, while each shake of the tambourines is presented with a natural ring and decay.”
“What also hit me early on about the Pro-Ject’s performance were the impressively low levels of background noise. Cueing up a 1984 pressing of Foreigner’s Agent Provocateur that’s seen plenty of action, I’m expecting to hear two decades’ worth of use within each ‘silent’ groove separating the tracks. But with the Pro-Ject and partnering Ortofon calling the shots I’m hard pressed to tell this vintage edition from a new LP straight out of its shrink-wrap.”
“What also comes across is a real sense of cohesion, suggesting arm and cartridge pulling together, working in harmony.”
“…you get a very even delivery of the music, making it all more involving to listen to – and harder to analyse – as you’re drawn in, enjoying the music.”
(on the 2M cartridges) “Compared to the cheaper Red variant, the Silver sounds much more detailed in its bass delivery and with some added weight.”
“Pro-Ject’s RPM 3 Carbon conveys enough body and presence to ensure bass instruments sound convincing and lifelike.”
“…delivering a performance that lives and breathes in a surprisingly persuasive manner!”
“what really marks it out from the crowd is its sheer ‘completeness’, delivering a sound that hugely exceeds the sum of its modest parts.”


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Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM 3 Carbon turntable in Red High Gloss finish

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Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM 3 Carbon turntable - EISA Award for Best Turntable 2015-2016

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e2Tj77R3Khk
YouTube video -Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM 3 Carbon turntable - EISA Award for Best Turntable 2015-2016

"Benefiting from trickle-down technology developed for its costlier RPM-series turntables, this new deck features a host of engineering innovations to boost its sound. The V-shaped chassis and dynamically-balanced platter are both fashioned from MDF, the latter with a mat made from recycled LP vinyl, while the outboard 15V AC motor is driven by a compact synthesised power supply. The new 10in S-shaped tonearm is a key feature, comprising a damped alloy tube surrounded by a resin and carbon-fibre mix. This, in turn, carries a a custom silver-wired version of Ortofon's classic 2M moving-magnet cartridge, the final ingredient in what is a deeply impressive deck offering a remarkably stable and foot-tapping sound."

http://hifipig.com/pro-ject-rpm3-carbon/
HiFi Pig reviews Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM 3 Carbon turntable

"Sound-wise the RPM3 ticks all the right boxes for me. Bass is solid and well controlled and with good midrange detail and a clear treble."


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Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM 3 Carbon turntable in Black High Gloss finish

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Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM 3 Carbon turntable in White High Gloss finish

The latest edition to the RPM range of turntables follows on from where the hugely popular Genie 3 left off. The RPM 3 Carbon boasts a number of improvements from its sibling, the new RPM 1 Carbon.

The new RPM 3 Carbon design has been upgraded to significantly reduce resonance across the turntable. While maintaining the instantly recognisable shape, this turntable boasts improvements in the tonearm, bearing, and motor.

The brand new tonearm is a carbon fibre/aluminium resin construct, made using special heat and pressure treatments. The result of this new design is a tonearm that is more solid and anti-resonant than ever before at this price, while maintaining a light weight. The arm is finished off with a pre-fitted Ortofon 2M Silver cartridge and a new magnetic anti-skate mechanism. The improved counterweight also utilises TPE damping in the form of an anti-resonant ring around the fixing point.

The new vinyl topped sandwich platter creates the perfect surface for your vinyl to play on with no need for a mat.

The completely decoupled motor is based upon the same design as the Xpression Carbon, powered by an AC generator that's connected to the new DC power supply. The inverted main bearing now utilises a ceramic ball, offering a more fluid and consistent platter rotation than ever before.

Available in Red, White or Black High Gloss finishes, the RPM 3 Carbon is a turntable package that offers truly phenomenal value for money.

Key Features:

• Precision belt drive using synchronous motor
• Ultra-precision DC-driven AC generator motor power
• Inverted platter bearing with ceramic ball
• Vinyl topped sandwich platter
• 10” S-shaped tonearm made from carbon, aluminium, resin utilising special heat and pressure treatments
• Magnetic anti-skating
• Counterweight with TPE damping
• Pre-fitted Ortofon 2M Silver cartridge
• 3 high-gloss colours (black, red, white)
• Lid available as optional extra

Technical Data:

• Replacement Stylus: Ortofon 2M Silver Stylus
• Pre-Fitted Cartridge: Ortofon 2M Silver
• Nominal Speeds: 33/45 RPM (Manual)
• Dust Cover: No (Optional Extra)
• Motor Completely Decoupled: Yes
• RCA Phono Sockets: Yes
• S-Shaped Tonearm: Yes
• Effective Tonearm Length: 10" (254mm)
• Effective Tonearm Mass: 15g
• Overhang: 16mm
• Tracking Force: 0 - 25mN
• Speed Drift: ± 0.14%
• Wow & Flutter: ± 0.19%
• Signal to Noise: -71dB
• Platter Weight / Diameter: 1.6kg / 300mm
• Output Voltage: 15V / 800mA DC
• Power Consumption: 5W Max. / <0.5W Standby
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 447 x 118 x 373mm
• Weight: 5.5kg

Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM 3 Carbon turntable RRP £599


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HiFi World reviews Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM 3 Carbon turntable

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Hi-Fi World, August 2015
Rating: 5/5 Globes
OUTSTANDING - amongst the best
VALUE - Keenly priced


“Assembly was a breeze”
(‘Jazz from Hell’ by Frank Zappa) “With a complicated piece such as this, you need a deck that can handle the complexities and diversity with dexterity and steady timing simultaneously. Without this the information is misconstrued and interpreted as a mush of noises. Played right, this composition is a masterpiece – and to my surprise the Pro-Ject handled it very well indeed.”
(‘Hey uh-what you say come on’ by Roy Ayres) “Both instruments had their own space and again the deck’s speed stability really embraced the album…”
“…the Pro-Ject RPM 3 Carbon exhibited impressive control. I would imagine there are not many decks able to compete at this level and price point.”
(‘Face Value’ by Phil Colins) “all percussion instruments portrayed by the RPM 2 played with a more-than-acceptable amount of realism, due to the strength, stiffness and damping of its carbon fibre tone arm.”
(‘Babylon By Bus’ by Bob Marley & The Wailers) “Bob Marley’s voice delivered total emotion and bass from the Pro-Ject was gracefully heavy, conveying the ambience of the concert plus the warts and all live recording.”
“It’s simply a great turntable…”
“…build quality was excellent – as expected from Pro-Ject.”
“Anyone looking for an inexpensive but good-all-round turntable with plenty of latitude for upgrade cartridge-wise should put it right at the top of their list.”
“This turntable gave a sonically even-handed representation of any genre of music.”
“…the RPM 3 Carbon offers great value and is something of a bargain. I loved it!”
“FOR: Price, Good bass, Realism”


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Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM 3 Carbon turntable in Red High Gloss finish

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Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM 3 Carbon turntable - EISA Award for Best Turntable 2015-2016

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e2Tj77R3Khk
YouTube video -Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM 3 Carbon turntable - EISA Award for Best Turntable 2015-2016

"Benefiting from trickle-down technology developed for its costlier RPM-series turntables, this new deck features a host of engineering innovations to boost its sound. The V-shaped chassis and dynamically-balanced platter are both fashioned from MDF, the latter with a mat made from recycled LP vinyl, while the outboard 15V AC motor is driven by a compact synthesised power supply. The new 10in S-shaped tonearm is a key feature, comprising a damped alloy tube surrounded by a resin and carbon-fibre mix. This, in turn, carries a a custom silver-wired version of Ortofon's classic 2M moving-magnet cartridge, the final ingredient in what is a deeply impressive deck offering a remarkably stable and foot-tapping sound."

http://www.henleydesigns.co.uk/assets/_managed/product/files/HFN_Sept_Pro-Ject_Carbon_Reprint.pdf
HiFi News reviews Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM 3 Carbon turntable

(Artist: Ron Sexsmith / Track: My, myself and wine / Album: Forever Endeavour) - “I’m greeted with music that’s a well balanced blend of mature detail and plain fun.”
“Sexsmith’s vocals are nicely opened up to reveal their intentionally relaxed tones, while each shake of the tambourines is presented with a natural ring and decay.”
“What also hit me early on about the Pro-Ject’s performance were the impressively low levels of background noise. Cueing up a 1984 pressing of Foreigner’s Agent Provocateur that’s seen plenty of action, I’m expecting to hear two decades’ worth of use within each ‘silent’ groove separating the tracks. But with the Pro-Ject and partnering Ortofon calling the shots I’m hard pressed to tell this vintage edition from a new LP straight out of its shrink-wrap.”
“What also comes across is a real sense of cohesion, suggesting arm and cartridge pulling together, working in harmony.”
“…you get a very even delivery of the music, making it all more involving to listen to – and harder to analyse – as you’re drawn in, enjoying the music.”
(on the 2M cartridges) “Compared to the cheaper Red variant, the Silver sounds much more detailed in its bass delivery and with some added weight.”
“Pro-Ject’s RPM 3 Carbon conveys enough body and presence to ensure bass instruments sound convincing and lifelike.”
“…delivering a performance that lives and breathes in a surprisingly persuasive manner!”
“what really marks it out from the crowd is its sheer ‘completeness’, delivering a sound that hugely exceeds the sum of its modest parts.”


http://hifipig.com/pro-ject-rpm3-carbon/
HiFi Pig reviews Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM 3 Carbon turntable

"Sound-wise the RPM3 ticks all the right boxes for me. Bass is solid and well controlled and with good midrange detail and a clear treble."


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Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM 3 Carbon turntable in Black High Gloss finish

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Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM 3 Carbon turntable in White High Gloss finish

The latest edition to the RPM range of turntables follows on from where the hugely popular Genie 3 left off. The RPM 3 Carbon boasts a number of improvements from its sibling, the new RPM 1 Carbon.

The new RPM 3 Carbon design has been upgraded to significantly reduce resonance across the turntable. While maintaining the instantly recognisable shape, this turntable boasts improvements in the tonearm, bearing, and motor.

The brand new tonearm is a carbon fibre/aluminium resin construct, made using special heat and pressure treatments. The result of this new design is a tonearm that is more solid and anti-resonant than ever before at this price, while maintaining a light weight. The arm is finished off with a pre-fitted Ortofon 2M Silver cartridge and a new magnetic anti-skate mechanism. The improved counterweight also utilises TPE damping in the form of an anti-resonant ring around the fixing point.

The new vinyl topped sandwich platter creates the perfect surface for your vinyl to play on with no need for a mat.

The completely decoupled motor is based upon the same design as the Xpression Carbon, powered by an AC generator that's connected to the new DC power supply. The inverted main bearing now utilises a ceramic ball, offering a more fluid and consistent platter rotation than ever before.

Available in Red, White or Black High Gloss finishes, the RPM 3 Carbon is a turntable package that offers truly phenomenal value for money.

Key Features:

• Precision belt drive using synchronous motor
• Ultra-precision DC-driven AC generator motor power
• Inverted platter bearing with ceramic ball
• Vinyl topped sandwich platter
• 10” S-shaped tonearm made from carbon, aluminium, resin utilising special heat and pressure treatments
• Magnetic anti-skating
• Counterweight with TPE damping
• Pre-fitted Ortofon 2M Silver cartridge
• 3 high-gloss colours (black, red, white)
• Lid available as optional extra

Technical Data:

• Replacement Stylus: Ortofon 2M Silver Stylus
• Pre-Fitted Cartridge: Ortofon 2M Silver
• Nominal Speeds: 33/45 RPM (Manual)
• Dust Cover: No (Optional Extra)
• Motor Completely Decoupled: Yes
• RCA Phono Sockets: Yes
• S-Shaped Tonearm: Yes
• Effective Tonearm Length: 10" (254mm)
• Effective Tonearm Mass: 15g
• Overhang: 16mm
• Tracking Force: 0 - 25mN
• Speed Drift: ± 0.14%
• Wow & Flutter: ± 0.19%
• Signal to Noise: -71dB
• Platter Weight / Diameter: 1.6kg / 300mm
• Output Voltage: 15V / 800mA DC
• Power Consumption: 5W Max. / <0.5W Standby
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 447 x 118 x 373mm
• Weight: 5.5kg

Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM 3 Carbon turntable RRP £599


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