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Pro-Ject X8 Evolution Turntable

1999.00 € (incl. VAT)

Pro-Ject X8 Evolution turntable is the first model from Pro-Ject based around their true-balanced principle. Like any other Pro-Ject turntable, it can be used via standard RCA output, but also includes XLR outputs for connection to one of Pro-Ject’s dedicated balanced phono stages (with MC cartridge models only).

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Mass-Loaded High-End Turntable

The X8 turntable is a true high-end solution with major technical features adapted from the Xtension 9 and 10. The precision balanced platter is machined out of a single piece of aluminum and damped with a TPE (Thermo Plastic Elastomer) insert. The platter rotates on an inverted bearing with ceramic ball and PTFE thrust pad. To decrease the load on the bearing, an opposing neodymium magnet repels the platter from the plinth and bearing, ensuring smooth and quiet operation for decades to come.

The massive MDF chassis is supported by custom feet which are are CNC machined out of aluminum and are fully height-adjustable. They utilize TPE damping technology, very effectively decoupling the X8 from the surface it is placed on.

The combination of mass and damping provide a very stable system, isolating the stylus from both airborne and structural vibrations, without being finicky to setup and remains stable and properly aligned over time. You hear your music, not the turntable.

The 9cc EVO carbon tonearm utilizes inverted cardanic tonearm bearings, has four stainless steel tips mounted in ABEC 7 quality ball bearings mounted in a C-shaped section to minimize resonances. The low mass one-piece carbon fiber tonearm tube is crafted in a conical shape to minimize standing wave vibrations. The tonearm wire loom is one piece, from the cartridge to the 5pin DIN output, designed to allow either single ended or True Balanced phono connection.

True Balanced

Low output MC (moving coil) cartridges are acknowledged as capable of the best performance in terms of information retrieval, but the increased performance comes at the expense of a lower signal output. This makes MC cartridges more susceptible to radiated interference, hum and noise. However, since most MC cartridges are inherently electrically balanced, it is possible to retain the balanced wiring configuration direct to the phono preamp, much as professional microphones are run fully balanced to mic preamps as you would see in any recording studio in the world. To take full advantage of the balanced output of MC cartridges, Pro-Ject has developed our True Balanced upgrade path.

The X8 ships with a semi-balanced Connect it E 5P-RCA cable and the Sumiko Moonstone, a moving magnet cartridge. When upgrading to a moving coil cartridge, by incorporating our fully balanced 5P-XLR connecting cable (available separately) and using a balanced phono stage (Phono Box S3 B, Phono Box DS3 B, RS/RS2 phono stages) you are fully set up for the True Balanced experience. This dramatically improves the signal to noise ratio, minimizing susceptibility to noise and hum and preserving recorded dynamics.

SPECIFICATIONS
Speed: 33, 45 (electronic speed change)
Principle: Belt drive
Included phono cable: Connect it E 5P -> RCA, 1.23m
Aluminium feet: Height adjustable & TPE damped
Speed variance: 33: ±0,11%; 45: ± 0,09%
Wow & flutter: 33: ±0,11%; 45: ± 0,10%
Signal to noise: 73 dB
Platter: massive 5,1 kg lathed aluminium & TPE damped
Platter bearing: inverted with ceramic ball tips and magnetic support
Tonearm: 9“ one-piece carbon-fibre tonearm
Effective arm length / mass: 9“ (230 mm) / 8,5 g
Overhang: 18 mm
Included accessory: 15V DC / 0,8A power supply, dust cover, 7“ single adapter, felt mat, phono cable
Power consumption: 5W / 0,3 W standby mode
Dimensions lid closed: 465 x 150 x 350 mm (W x H x D)
Dimensions lid opened: 465 x 415 x 420 mm (W x H x D)
Weight: 15 kg
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The History

Pro-Ject was founded in 1991, during the onslaught of the compact disc and CD players, with the mission to offer the best analogue experience for reasonable prices. In a time where the digital audio media had been on the rise, and vinyl was declared as outdated and dead, Heinz Lichtenegger kept his belief in the simple but best way to enjoy music – turntables.

Here at Pro-Ject we strive to create astonishing products with impeccable value. We only use the best components for the price and manufacture our handmade goods solely in Europe. With an eye for future trends we are always trying to fit the needs of the market.

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Packages are generally dispatched within 2 days after receipt of payment and are shipped via Regular post with tracking and drop-off without signature. If you prefer delivery by Courier with required signature, an additional cost will be applied, so please contact us before choosing this method. Whichever shipment choice you make, we will provide you with a link to track your package online. You will receive a Shipment Confirmation Email once your order has shipped containing your tracking number(s). The tracking number will be active within 24 hours.

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  • Estimated delivery time: 2-4 business days

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