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@SeanVedell

2 жыл бұрын

QOTD: Until ten minutes ago I’d never heard of the Pro-ject brand. They look great but at barely under a grand I’d have trouble justifying buying this model for its lack of user features. I hate a home turntable that doesn’t lift the tonearm at the end of the record. Ironically, my favourite deck is the Technics 1200 but it gets a pass because I only ever used those professionally. But the 1200 is stupid expensive now so if I ever upgrade from my vintage Dual 505 platter I’ll be looking at the Audio Technica because it looks and functions like a 1200 for way less.

@bradbortner2601

2 жыл бұрын

Have you ever compared to any of the Rega turntable options?

@KristiWright

2 жыл бұрын

@@bradbortner2601 Working on getting one...

@bradbortner2601

2 жыл бұрын

@@KristiWright great. Their lightweight philosophy is so different, it would be interesting to see if you think it makes a difference. Nice tonearms too.

@MJNS301

2 жыл бұрын

I'm currently running the Pro-Ject RPM 1 Carbon with the Ortofon Blue. I was able to bring in a Rega P3, also with Ortofon Blue, and to be honest, I couldn't hear much difference between the two. So, I'm happy enough with my cheaper TT at the moment. FYI, I'm using it in conjunction with the Rega Elex-R integrated, and a set of Goldenear Triton 3's. I believe you reviewed the Tritons a number of years ago Andrew. Personally, I think I'm pretty much at the point of diminishing returns with my current setup vs budget. 😉 Thanks to both of you for the informative videos!

I’m two weeks into using the Audio Technical lp140/Ortofon Black LVB combo and I couldn’t be happier. I’m blown away by the combo. This video was a conveniently timed confirmation on my purchase. In a world of limitless TT and cartridge combinations, I’m very happy to be, frankly, very happy. So thanks again, guys!

Love your channel bro! keep up the awesome vids

Kristi's take of "my favorite turntable is the one we use the most" really hit home for me. Great review Andrew and I look forward to the next one!

I still use the Turntable my dad purchased in 1974 which is a Technics 1200. I've added many carts throughout the years, and agree that the Ortofon Black is the end of the line. My Technics is a true work horse, and I wouldn't trade her for anything.

I got the Pro this week , its really awesome , what a sound and great looks , love it and i have after a long time goosebumps again , i think its the best turntable under the 1000 euro's , amazing

Hey Andrew. What would you recommend for a semiautomatic turntable. Currently have a Technics sl1400.

Do you think this turntable with my KEF LS50 Meta with bluesound powernod(2021) will be a good pair? Or the Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO will be just enough ?

I have the Audio-Technica 120. Is it much different than the 140 you mention over and again?

Was looking at possibly the pro, or the debut Evo and upgrading the cartridge. Seeing what your lp140 with upgraded cartridge has done for you, what cartridge upgrade for the debut evo would you recommend ?

I'm not into vinyl but damn, the whole vinyl experience is so damn beautiful.

How would you compare the project debut carbon Evo vs the fluance rt85?

Great review, thanks - and I really enjoy your channel. I upgraded to a Project Debut Pro after owning both a Rega P1 and a Pro-Ject Debut Carbon, and I found there were a number of usability improvements that ended in me having much longer listening sessions: - A speed switch so I don't have to disassemble the turntable to change speeds via belts (unlike the Debut Carbon and the P1) - A grounded cable (unlike the P1) - Adjustable leveling, which the P1 and Debut Carbon don't have and I need because I live in an old house - An upgrade path for the Sumiko needle to a Moonstone without realigning the cartridge - An upgrade path for the turntable via platters, accessories, etc. To me, upgrade paths make this a true "project" turntable. Again, thanks for the reviews.

Dope video. Right on point, Kristi. The Project T1Phono is a go-to.

Great review, honest and sincere. You guys are the ultimate duo reviewers. Andrews decades of experience and technicality coupled with Christie's (sp?) down to earth everyman/woman real life experience take on these products makes for one of my favorite places to spend my time and live out my audio obsession!!Professional content and genuinely good people. We appreciate you guys!

@andrewrobinsonreviews

2 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated! Thank you.

Andrew a year ago I told you most of the audio gear you review is midfi not highend. I also complimented your review style as fun and entertaining. One year later I see you have begun reviewing much higher end products. Your reviewing style continues to be impressive. Having Christy give her point of view is great. I throughly enjoy your channel.

Hi Andrew, just wondering what results would you anticipate if you had the Ortofon 2M black on the Pro-ject Pro? It seems like your preferences steered toward the table with the better cartridge Rainier -> Blue -> Black. Thanks!

If the cart is really the difference maker, then what about the Ortofon 2M Black on a Pro-Ject Debut Pro? Would that be better than the AT-LP140 + Ortofon combo?

Good morning to you both, and Katie too. Round and round we go. Off to watch that very good looking turntable. DROP THE NEEDLE!!

@andrewrobinsonreviews

2 жыл бұрын

Morning Sean!

What do you think about the technics SL1210 GR? Better then 1500? Close to G model? Thanks!

Andrew how do yu feel about the u-turn vs the RT85 sound?

Hi Andrew and Kristi! Are there pros (or cons) of a straight tone arm vs s-shaped?

I love that little dust thread trailing from the (blue) Ortofon stylus in one of the close-up shots. 🙂

I’ve been using the Pro-ject Espirt SB with a Ortofon Bronze MM cartridge. It’s been absolutely fantastic. Planning on upgrading to the Pro-ject Classic Evo in a few weeks!

I bought that turntable for my daughter at Xmas, along with the Ifi Zen phono. The Project is a bit less expensive in the UK (£699) and comes with the PICK-IT pro cartridge which was developed in conjunction with Ortofon especially for the turntable.. From what i've heard of it seems very good value for money and the build quality is excellent. Also Project have good upgrade options for their turntables. Great review as always Andrew. 👍

@S.L.1211

2 жыл бұрын

I have the IFI Zen Phono as well and it’s phenomenal for the price. Dead silent noise floor, adjustable for MCoil carts, and great dynamics.

Thank you very much for this good review. I am new to this vinyl stuff and looking for a turntable and actually i am really considering to buy this project debut pro, thanks.

My dummy vinyl has a black label but I know that some have blue, like yours. Does anyone know why this is? Is the black the newer version? I got mine only a week ago…

Isn’t the sound largely depending on the cartridge? Now equip the Black on this, how does it compare. That would me a more honest comparison.

Thanks for this review, I was strongly considering buying the Pro and will now start looking at your recommendations!

Great Video. My current turntable is the MoFi StudioDeck. I loved the studioTracker cart that was pre installed , but after wearing it out in a short time, I upgraded to a Hana ML cart and now I have a “new “ turntable. My suggestion is to enjoy the pre installed cartridge and then upgrade once the original cartridge wears out. The cartridge and the phonostage is what gives each turntable it’s magic.

Have a project x2 with ortofon blue cart. Satin white with the platter looks unreal. Sounds epic. I do get a little woofer flutter when turned up. do U have recommendations, I run through MF m5si pre amp which does not have sub sonic filter.

I have a Debut Carbon Evo, with 2M Black, acrylic platter. I adore it. This is literally my endgame turntable. It sounds great, so does everything I want it, and I love the experience of doing most of the things manually. It’s fun, it’s interesting and I’m not considering an upgrade for many years to come. Great video guys, thank you!

great video as always! I've definitely wondered about this turntable since it announced. Currently I've got the Project Debut Carbon DC with a Sumiko Olympia cartridge and it's been fantastic! Been considering upgrading the turntable at some point but still not quite sure what to upgrade to.

Well, I own a Pro-ject Debut III SE with a Pro-ject acrilic platter and an Ortofon 2M Black, connected to a Pro-ject Phonobox DS2 Pre-amp, which then connects to a (now vintage) Denon AVR 3805 Receiver and a set of AE Evo 3 loudpeakers, and I love them! 😃The Denon receiver and loudspeakers are now almost 20 years old and I don't feel the need the replace either any time soon...😉

I had a project debut with a basic ortofon cartridge, I now have a Technics 1500, and love it. Clearaudio, Sota, Linn, Rega, and VPI have some great tables.

Using a Denon direct drive turntable I purchased in the late ‘80’s with a similar vintage Grado cartridge. Early ‘70’s McIntosh pre-amp & power-amp, discontinued NOS Revel M-22 speakers purchased 1/2 price, modestly priced cables - Monoprice rca & KabelDirekt 14 gage speaker. I used to be an “equipment junkie” - These days I spend my money on quality vinyl - I’m enjoying the MUSIC!

nice review...waiting on your Dual review!!

have had mine for 2 weeks so far flawless will start swapping cartridges soon,,,,,,but i love it so far

I went in to my local hifi shop to order this last year, with a goal to upgrade it. But ended up walking out with the X2 with 2M black and could not be happier.

Great review. I do agree the cartridge makes the most difference. I have a Project Debut Carbon with an acrylic platter...purely for style....I hear no difference in sound between the metal and acrylic platters. I also have a Rega Planar 3....love it....the design/beauty grabbed me over a Project X2.

I have a Debut II with the standard Ortofon OM5E cartridge. Bought it in 2002 and it still puts on a good show. I run it through a Project Phono Box E into a Marantz MCR 611 and my Kef Cresta 1 speakers. I had a massive downsize a few years ago, but the turntable does all I need. I would upgrade, but there are more important things in life currently. Nice review, maybe I should dream for a while :)

Is there a $200-300 table out there which is a great value. Can an inexpensive table become top notch if it sports a very good carteidge. What's more important, the table or the cartridge?

Great review, I agree after a certin price point it seems like one is paying more for the feel and aesthetics of a turntable rather than performance. What model Audio Technica cartridge was it that you discussed in the video that had similar sound characteristics of that of a CD with music reproduction? I looked at the description and nada.

I had an RM1.3 for years, in red, with the stock Sumiko Pearl. I really liked it. Had to take it in and have a new wiring harness pulled through the arm at one point and for whatever reason it was taking way too long. I found a killer price on a red Debut Carbon table with the Speed Box and an acrylic platter so I grabbed it. I’ve since replaced the Ortofon 2M Red with a Hana EL, and I sold the RM1.3 when it came out of the shop. The 1.3, while a cool-looking conversation piece, was starting to feel like having a Patrick Nagel print on the wall. New house, will be building the theater room downstairs soon and have been considering adding a second table down there for vinyl. Satin finish required.

Great job guys!! I have the debut carbon evo in walnut paired to the 6000a play. Same Rainier cartridge I use the 6000a’s phono amp. I was glad to hear you feel the same way about the bass with that cartridge. Maybe an upgrade there in the future, but that table is so nice.

Time to review a vintage turntable. I "rock" a 70's Dual 1209 and couldn't be happier!

I can’t wait for the McIntosh review Andrew

I love Kristi’s no nonsense direct feedback ! I agree with her … once you get to a certain price point, it’s more about aesthetic

Thank You for the review. Please tell me if this tone arm of the PRO has the capability for VTA adjustment at the base of the tone arm ?? This is my prime requirement for selecting a turntable because I like to change cartridges frequently. I do see many turntables without this feature and just wonder why and how could they leave out this capability in a tone arm.

@theredon2

Жыл бұрын

You can adjust the VTA I had it and is a great turntable but if you like to change cartridges go with the technics is a lot easier I had the 1210 gr. I have videos on my channel. I hope it helps.

I'm curious how the Debut Pro stacks up to the X1, as both are in the same price range. You briefly mentioned the X1 and X2 as other options above the Debut Pro. I had been looking into the X1 and hoping to pick it up on sale when I found a walnut Debut Carbon EVO for $500, just after they had raised it's regular price to $600, so that's what I scooped up.

This, P3, or SL-1500C?

I'm using the debut carbon esprit sb but thinking about upgrading the ortofon red to blue or bronze

As it turns out, I just picked up a Project X-1 in walnut with the Sumiko Olympia cartridge today. Hooked it up to my vintage Marantz 2216 which I acquired two weeks ago and what a combination! Fleetwood Mac never sounded better on their Rumors album! I’ll enjoy this combo for a while until I take the next upgrade path to the Ortophon 2m black. Thanks to you and Kristi for another informative video and the great advice you both give. Please keep these great videos coming!

I love this. So true in every aspect

I’m rocking a debut carbon with some little upgrade! You succeed in making me want to upgrade the whole table!. 😅🥳

Andrew, Great review on this turntable and all the others you have done. My son is getting into vinyl and I have always liked it. My love started back in the late 70's when my mom and dad had a piece of furniture that had a fully automatic turntable in it, 8-track player, AM, FM and quadrophonic speakers... Not sure what that type of speaker set up that is but it did sound great. I recently bought my son a Audio Technica ATLPW30TK... It barely lasted two weeks before the machine would not spin records. Best Buy stood behind it and exchanged it. We have the second one playing through Bose Companion II speakers and it sounds ok for a beginner set up. I tried to get him to play it through my Harmon Kardon HK3250 stereo with reference Infinity 6" bookshelfs, he declined. I hope it lasts, but don't have great expectations for the brand or am I just not spending enough to get reliability? At $299, I thought I was on the high end of budget but maybe not huh.

I recently purchased the Debut PRO and was considering replacing the stock platter with the Acryl IT platter. Would this be considered an upgrade or is the stock platter of better quality? Thanks

@michaelb9664

Жыл бұрын

The stock platter is unique to the Pro and is an upgrade over the acrylic. If you buy the Puck Pro to use with your current platter that’s all you need to do regarding platter upgrades, unless you want to add the aluminium sub platter - but even that is debatable regarding improvement vs cost.

Fantastic review, it’s so hard to research, the choices seem endless. I have a Pioneer PL-100 that I’ve owned for 40 ish years.. time for an upgrade? 😁✌️❤️🇦🇺

I own a Pro-Ject 2xperience with a Goldring 1006 cartridge and I love them both 😄

Last month I finally got my Pro-Ject Classic Evo. Apparently it had to be a special order because Pro-Ject doesn't send many of these tables to North America (or at least Canada)? So it came directly from Austria where they were still in the process of making the table, so I basically got it almost a year after ordering it. I also had the shop switch out the Ortofon Quintet it came with for the 2M Black (which apparently costs more than what you Americans pay). My previous was the Debut III in piano black that I'd upgraded with an acrylic platter, 2M Blue, etc. which i gifted to my friend who wants to get into records.

Very good vid! It is for Al personal taste. Ik have the Pro-Ject vte standard with the the “OM 10” but i have it updated with the OM20. it sounds good, but not perfect. So I am looking for an horizontal player and considering the Debut Pro. it’s a nice looking player

Is it still Rega versus Pro-Ject these days?

I have a high gloss red pro-ject debut carbon with an acrylic platter and an ortofon blue cartridge. I love the color, aesthetics & simplicity. Trying out other cartridges and phono preamps was key to tailoring to the sound I wanted as well as use of a schiit EQ. Hours of late night vinyl binging because it delivers the buzz and non audiophile friends so dig the ritual of it all.

I have the Pro-ject The Classic SB. Great turntable when paired with a solid cartidge (2M Bronze), though I haven't made the switch to a MC cartridge or 2M Black like so many other users have. Plus my wife who generally could care less about turntables loves how it goes with our mid-century look in our living room and I find her using it more often than not as we unwind from a day's work. If it was able to get her hooked on vinyl I consider it a win.

So pleased my vinyl-days are behind me; I had a 5000+ LP-collection with a very expensive turntable-arm-cartridge combo, and it was nice. Having moved across the pond I left it all in Europe and haven't looked back. I used to have the time to tweak stuff, clean LP's etc, but now, I just want good music; something digital gives me. I must admit to feeling bemused by the new LP-wave, whilst I can buy CD's for dirt-cheap! So keep buying digital music pressed on vinyl, folks, while I enjoy it as it was made.

@SeanVedell

2 жыл бұрын

Amen to that, brother. That’s why eight crates of vinyl has been in my basement since the early 90’s. Progress.

@michaelwright1602

2 жыл бұрын

I love vinyl, but have to agree with you in regards to the vinyl pressings we are subject too. I have more than a few that honestly sound like crap. That fact really has me thinking of putting the TT up and being done with it, as I stream more than anything, and with the new lossless etc... Yep, rethinking this entire TT thing.

I have a project 6.9 turntable with a sumiko mc Blue Point and a clearaudio pre amp and i really love this piayer, it's paired with a Marantz sr 7015 and kef Q950 front speakers, in my opinion could'n be better but perhaps Andrew has another opinion, i appreciate your reviews

Hello ! I have a "cheap" Pro-ject Debut III ... i've bought it cause i moved city because of work ... at first the stay was planned to be for 6 month ... and i ended up to stay "temporarily" for 2 years now !!! LOL when i moved for the 6 month ....i bought a cool and beautiful turntable to listen ... a Project Debut III ... so i could listen some of my vinyl records i brought with me .. and a few new ones i would get ... so it was a "temporarily" turntable ... to suit my needs ... But now ... i'm starting to want to make an update ... i think that not having a auto Stop mechanism ... is a pain in the .... hand !!! lol so still i dont want to reach 1000 euros/dollars turntable .... but could you give me an advise on a "affordable" turntable ... with GOOD LOOKS ... better sound ... and auto-stop and if possible with a rpm selector ... eeheheh Thanks ... Love your reviews ... great vids Greetings from PORTUGAL Rui

Where can I find the audio rack that also holds the vinyl in your videos?

@KristiWright

2 жыл бұрын

It's listed under "shop our living room" in the description beneath the video.

I have the Pro-ject Debut Carbon Evo, upgraded with the Ortonfon 2M Blue. I think it makes for a great turntable option for my space, and was great for my budget. Would probably look at getting the acrylic platter one day soon as well. Sounds amazing through my Cambridge Audio Evo 150 and Klipsch Heresy IVs.

Speaking as someone who got an RT85 a couple of months ago I enjoyed this review a great deal. :)

I've got a Pro-ject Xpression III, and love it. It came with a 2M Red that I upgraded with a 2M Bronze which was awesome. Recently I changed the cart again as the stylus on the Bronze was past its useful life so I went with a Nagaoka MP-150. 14 years of vinyl fun and never any issues.

What you said about the tonearms of the pro-ject Pro, X1 and X2 is not correct. The X1 and Debut Pro share the same 8.6 inch one, the X2 has a 9 inch tonearm.

Would love to hear how it did hooked up to the SX 450 or 780.

Kristi is right again. Once you reach a certain price point they all sound about the same. It’s then all about ascetics. I agree with this as an owner of a Technics 1200GR, it sounds great but all looks amazing

@heywoodjablome5630

2 жыл бұрын

I like a good direct drive, and hefty base like my Optonica RP-3500.

@kevinreynolds6792

2 жыл бұрын

Not true. Even focussing on just the cartridge, different cartridges will make a huge difference in sound. A £5000 Rega v a £5000 Linn will sound completely different.

@thatdudeuhate6649

2 жыл бұрын

@@kevinreynolds6792 it depends on your ears really. My uncle has all that high end shit and I don't hear much of a difference from my thousand dollar setup.

@Andersljungberg

Жыл бұрын

Then it depends on what you listen to for vinyl. is it average quality or is it a vinyl record with very high sound quality from eg MFSL or analog Produktions

@Andersljungberg

Жыл бұрын

Your preamp probably also has an effect on the sound quality. One for $100 will probably sound significantly better than most that are built into a regular receiver. And one for $500 Will probably sound amazing by comparison . If you have a record player that costs about $500.! Of course you have to compare quality also on your speakers and your amplifier

In Europe, pro-ject debut pro is delivered with the Pick it PRO cartridge, which has been developed in collaboration with Ortofon

I'm still running my Pro-ject Debut Carbon with stock Ortofon Red into a Cambridge CP1 photo stage into my Cambridge AXR100. I got one of the last of the older blue plinth and I love the statement that table makes. With a few years on it now, I'm thinking of upgrading the cartridge (2m Blue or Black) and maybe the platter to an acrylic. I also have a U-Turn Orbit custom that I fit with the 2M Red, acrylic platter, and cue lever (I think it's absurd that the cue lever isn't stock, but whatever) on the Ultraviolet (purple) plinth. That build is gorgeous! I have to say that I find the Pro-Ject build quality to be an order of magnitude better than the U-Turn, though. The U-Turn feels a bit cheap and the motor is not loud, but audible where the DC is silent. Thanks for this review - I'm really not sure what value the Pro brings over the Debut Carbon EVO.

Thank you for the wonderful insight. If you had a choice of the project debut pro or project x1 which would you go for? I am on the cusp of purchasing a turntable.

@brent3086

2 жыл бұрын

He said in the video which one he'd pic

@brent3086

2 жыл бұрын

Btw which one did you buy?

@ibakedit5850

2 жыл бұрын

@@brent3086 I am getting the X1. ...got a good deal on one but must wait for stock to arrive. I have to watch the video again.

@sieteenliesdejong4449

2 жыл бұрын

The PRO

Hello from asia, love your turntable reviews, will you consider vintage tables? What are your thoughts? Love to hear from you guys! Thanks

Me. Robinson, will you please review the Pure Fidelity Harmony turntable and the Hegel 390 amp some time this year? I have learned to greatly respect your take on things and I am very interested in those two components. Best wishes for your family in 2022!

“Wow and flutter seem made up”. I love vinyl but this really hits home with me, azimuth and other things are tough to navigate. For this reason I am lazy and always have my local dealer set up my table.

I own the Fluance RT85. For the price, I think it is very hard to beat. Mine has the Bamboo colored wood plinth, which I think looks fantastic. Definitely the Ortofon 2M Blue cartridge ties this all together very nicely. I looked at the Pro-ject turntables but it appeared I would have to spend a lot more to get anything near what I got with the RT85.

Excellent review, Andrew. After many years of upgrading turntables, tonearms and cartridges, my current system is a Pro-Ject 6 Perspex magnetic suspension Turntable fitted with a Hadcock GH 242 Unipivot tonearm with a Denon DL -301 MK. 2 Moving Coil Cartridge.

@jameschambers2053

2 жыл бұрын

Your Mods sound sweet! Happy listening

Thanks for the review! I'm really curious as to why Pro-next fitted the Pro with the Sumiko Rainer? I have a debut carbon Evo that came with the same cartridge. I get that the tone arm is an upgrade, but for the price I would have wanted an upgraded cartridge. About to replace my Rainer cartridge to the Moonstone and can't wait to hear the difference in the Evo! BTW, I have a very simple setup of Evo direct to Klipsch Fives!

@mike_lowndes

Жыл бұрын

Its a deal with the US distributor who carries both brands. In UK/EU Pro-ject come with Ortofon (now tweaked and rebadged as Pick-it).

I brought project x1 over a year ago I love it the wood finish is lovely that only have pre aligned cartridge would love to have the order form black on it we’ll have to do that at some point

I've had a Pro-ject Debut III ( with the Pro-ject S-box2 preamp) for a WHILE now. I'd put myself into the 'casual vinyl listener' catagory. The Debut III has been good enough for us. I have upgraded the cartridge to the 2M Blue, which made an incredible difference. Also, I actually like how "manual" this turntable is: no auto return/start/stop. I enjoy that interaction.

My Debut Carbon Evo came with that Rainier cartridge and I didn’t like the rolled off highs or the slightly sloppy bass. I transferred my 2M blue from my old turntable to the Evo and was much happier. Since then I upgraded again to the 2M bronze and I couldn’t be happier. Both the 2M blue and bronze pair great with it and I imagine the same for the Pro.

@andrewrobinsonreviews

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip! The Rainier is the weak link in this package IMHO. Glad you found a combo that works for you!

Best budget turntable? You mean plint, patter and perhaps tonearm? It's really a hundred different turntables or turntable-mixes depending on cartridge and phono amp, right? No?

Don't have a Project T/T but I do own a JBE Series 3 with an SME 3009 S2 Improved arm, a Grace 707 arm and a Goldring Unipivot arm. Carts are a Nagaoka MP50H, Auddio Technica AT3200XE, a vintage Shure V15 III, Shure M97HE, Garrott P7. Denon DL103 and an Ortofon Blue. I have had the JBE since 1983 - it is a direct drive with the same Panasonic motor as used in the Technics SL1200. Electronics are housed in a separate control box. It was an amzing piece of kit in its' day and can still kick ass today.

Been rocking a Pro-Ject RPM10.1 with an AT440MLB for several years now and it's been a staple in my system through a number of moves and upgrades. It was a bit of a lucky ebay find and I love the sound of it

Getting your music from vinyl records is like photography using film. Some like them both, despite their limitations.

Just purchased a Pro Ject Debut Carbon EVO and so far, its been very nice. Out of the box, its great and is wonderful reintroduction to the world of vinyl. The reason I chose Pro Ject over all the other was the upgradability. Nearly every part can be changed out and upgraded so this can grow with me and this hobby (and my expectations) evolve. And the Satin Green....omg SO GOOD! A stunning turntable thats great out of the box that can grow with you? Yes, please!

@tomwebb7091

2 жыл бұрын

You have chosen wisely! I only went the Pro route for the better more adjustable arm because i want to tinker even more but the upgradeability is a magic thing indeed. Project are on fire at the moment especially in the budget end. Their high end stuff over £2k is not that great though, well built yes but not nearly enough better sounding imo.

This turntable looks great.

I had a friend try out this turntable with the same cartridge on his vintage Micro Seiki turntable he recently purchased. The Micro Seiki won in the shootout.

well a lot of the pros that you mentioned in regards to it sound quality is exactly why I enjoy project turntables. they have a very easy forgiving sound and you get the sense that you can basically throw on anything regardless of artists or genre and have it sound good and be enjoyable. couple of years ago I dabbled in a rega P3 and it sounded fantastic, it sounded more precise ,more focused ,more airy and basically whatever subjective attribute you would like to put to it it had in comparison. although I found over time the more and more I listen to it the more I realize that it sounded less like I was listening to records and more like I was listening to CDs.

I really like my RT85 in walnut. Although, I also like the new bamboo version that came out after I got mine.

I own Pro-ject debut carbon table; bought on close out few years ago for the Beatles special version. Like it a lot

Going to be honest here.. I skipped to Kristi's take. She tends to take a step back and questions "why?". Forget the devil's advocate take (at times), she just makes the conversation intriguing.

Own the Pro-Ject X2 white finish. Love it 🎉

I am actually thinking of getting a Klipsch Heresey paired with the Decware tube amp mainly for Vinyl playback. But if I wanted to hook the TV up to it, would I need a preamp? Are there any other options? Also I love your videos!!

@andrewrobinsonreviews

2 жыл бұрын

You would likely need a preamp with a built-in DAC, or a standalone DAC that you could plug directly into the Decware (then manually control the volume on the Decware itself). I really like this DAC for that type of use: amzn.to/3rS2jHb Of course you can get a preamp with a DAC built in which may give you remote control capability.

@Wreckords-Marcel

2 жыл бұрын

@@andrewrobinsonreviews awesome thank you very much!

@herosquadlivemusic4815

2 жыл бұрын

Another option would be picking up a Bluesound Node, which you can plug your TV into. It will function as a kind of preamp, as well as streamer with a decent DAC built in. Best of all you can control input selection and volume from the couch. Great tube sound with your vinyl setup plus modern convenience with the streamer component, match made in heaven.

Bought the project Pro , works great