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It represents the company’s extreme pursuit of the highest level of reproduction of vinyl-recorded sound – beyond the status quo – to provide music lovers with the experience of hearing the Original Master Recording in their home. Whether you're enjoying a standard LP or a Mobile Fidelity UltraDisc One-Step limited-edition record, UltraDeck will deliver faithful playback of what's in the grooves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAward-Winning Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Absolute Sound\u003c\/em\u003e magazine honored the UltraDeck with an Editors' Choice Award for 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"When Mobile Fidelity decided to create a line of hardware it wisely brought in Allen Perkins of Spiral Groove to design the turntables, and those tables deliver a lot of bang for the buck.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The belt-driven ’table features an isolated AC synchronous motor, a hefty Delrin platter, and a constrained-layer-damped chassis with feet designed by Mike Latvis of HRS. Smoothness, imaging, musicality, pitch stability, and presence emerged as strong themes. The UltraDeck is a smartly conceived and finely honed design that’s already earning its place as an instant classic.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Recommended Component\" Honors\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eStereophile\u003c\/em\u003e honored the MoFi UltraDeck by awarding it the magazine's coveted Recommend Component status for 2025.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eSays \u003cem\u003eStereophile\u003c\/em\u003e, \"According to HR, the UltraDeck, when used with MoFi's top-of-the-line moving magnet cartridge, the MasterTracker (a $2198 package; the MasterTracker is sold separately for $699), didn't provide the 'deep 'black' backgrounds or enormous sound spaces 'of the considerably more expensive AMG Giro G9 player, \"'but it did present me with an infectious, easy-flowing, liquid vitality.' According to Herb, the MoFi combo 'had stronger energy, achieved bigger dynamic swings, and was more detailed than comparatively priced 'tables'\" from other manufacturers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Ease and Effortlessness\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"I had an absolutely great time listening to my favorite LPs on the MoFi UltraDeck turntable,\" observes Paul Wilson, \u003cem\u003efutureaudiophile.com\u003c\/em\u003e, March 27, 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The sound quality was excellent, with superior dynamics and, on well-recorded LPs, the overall presentation was magnificent. I would categorize this as an ability to render a level of sonics that belies the turntable’s retail price. There was a real sense of ease and effortlessness in LP after LP I played.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e10\" Ultra Tonearm\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eCustom-developed and manufactured in the USA, the 10\" Ultra tonearm uses smooth, high-quality ball bearings for low friction in the vertical and horizontal plane, so that all you hear is what is in the grooves. Cardas Audio wiring maintains signal purity from the head shell leads all the way through to the high-quality, gold-plated RCA connectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIsolated AC Synchronous Motor\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eMoFi’s stepped-pulley AC motor provides excellent speed stability for pitch accuracy and rhythmic drive. The Delrin® pulley has two positions for 33-1\/3 and 45 RPM speed selection. Motor vibrations are kept away from the platter and stylus by the use of advanced dampening materials that decouple the motor from the rest of the turntable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAnti-Vibration Feet and High-Mass Body\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAny vibration of the stylus that is not created by the grooves in the record is a distortion that will mask musical detail. Developed in conjunction with the engineering team at Harmonic Resolution Systems, the world leader in vibration isolation for audio equipment, the included MoFi anti-vibration feet isolate your turntable from bad vibrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAdditionally, the UltraDeck features three aluminum plates carefully bonded to an MDF body to add mass and eliminate tonal coloration, maintaining the true sound found on the record.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"I Only Turned It Off Overnight\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"There was this 'togetherness' that drew me into the listening,\" notes Andrei L in his review for \u003cem\u003eforums.stevehoffman.tv\u003c\/em\u003e. \"The consistency of the UltraDeck and UltraTracker in its performance across many music genres that I have in my vinyl collection made me decide that this is my last turntable. I felt at home with this deck, and in the last several days I only turned it off overnight.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Although I'm within my 60 day home audition period, I can assure you that the Ultradeck is here to stay. At this level, one will have to spend far more for an uncertain performance outcome. Different? Yes. Better? I'm not so sure,\" reports Nels Ferre \u003cem\u003evinylmeplease\u003c\/em\u003e, November 7, 2017.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"With the Ultradeck, MoFi has produced an American made turntable that's well engineered and built, looks great, and sounds sublime - and they brought it to market at a very reasonable price. I can see why it took so long to finally become available. The wait was well worth it,\" Ferre concludes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e1.3\"-Thick Delrin Platter\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe UltraDeck features a massive 1.3-\"-thick Delrin platter. The increased mass creates blacker sonic backgrounds and a lower noise floor. Delrin is a next-generation polymer developed by Dupont. In the world of audio, Delrin's highly crystalline structure presents a wonderful impedance match to vinyl records, effectively grounding unwanted noise and keeping it away from the stylus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHardened-Steel Inverted Bearing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe hardened-steel inverted bearing system is designed for smooth, quiet rotational stability. The extremely low tolerance combination of steel, bronze, and sapphire – typically found in much more expensive turntables – will provide you many years of high-performance playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eChoice of Three Optional Cartridges\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eYou can order the UltraDeck without a phono cartridge, using one of your own. You can also order it with one of three superb MoFi cartridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe UltraTracker dual magnet MM cartridge surrounds its V-Twin motor with a damped billet aluminum body to provide superior bass definition and slam. The upgraded nude elliptical stylus has low tip mass for superior tracking and extraction of fine details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe MasterTracker dual magnet MM cartridge features pure Ohno continuous-cast copper coils and a Micro Linear diamond stylus. The result is surgical precision, pinpoint accuracy, and a purist-based sonic picture of what was cut in the studio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eUniquely voiced by lead MoFi Electronics engineer Allen Perkins, the UltraGold MC moving coil cartridge offers exceptionally wide frequency response, clear high-frequency transients, stunning dynamics, and incredibly rich detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMoFi Turntable Excellence\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eDrawing on 40 years of making records at Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab, the new MoFi Electronics division is focused on improving the sonic integrity of audio reproduction in the home. MoFi products are the result of multiple collaborations with some of the world’s best audio designers, stemming from decades of experience in the studio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eCreated in collaboration with one of the world’s foremost turntable and tonearm designers, Allen Perkins of Spiral Groove, MoFi’s new turntables provide uncompromising playback of your vinyl collection and maintain the high standards of Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"At The Top of the Class\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"It’s no accident that MoFi’s first turntable effort is at the top of the class,\" reports \u003cem\u003etonepublications.com\u003c\/em\u003e. \"John Schaffer, formerly of Wadia, has headed the project, bringing a tremendous amount of manufacturing and procurement knowledge to the mix. Even though Wadia was always a digital company, Schaeffer’s love for analog has always been apparent, as is his commitment to high quality…\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Finally, all of this was accomplished right here in America. This table was not farmed out offshore to hit a price point. 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Positioned neatly between the Pro-Ject X2 and Xtension 9 turntables, the X8 adopts its bigger siblings' features to make mass-loaded high-end design principles more accessible than ever before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe major differences between the Pro-Ject X8 and the Xtension 9 and Xtension 10 are found in the top of the main platter and the magnetic feet. Instead of the glued-on vinyl top on the Xtnsion 9 platter, Pro-Ject went back to the use of slip mats. The X8 comes with Pro-Ject's standard felt mat instead. On the Xtension 9 and Xtension 10, you cannot experiment with different mats due to the vinyl top. This customizability comes back on the X8 with a few more options to tailor the sound to your liking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe new feet are still made out of aluminum and are still height adjustable. The magnetic suspension has been changed to a TPE damped technology, which is very effective in decoupling the X8 from the surface it is placed on. This is a great choice for a more budget orientated turntable, because the new feet are faster and easier to set up than magnetic feet, and they also require less maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Overall Quality and Fit'n'Finish\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"It's not just the features that make this turntable stand out,\" notes analog guru Michael Fremer in his September 21, 2022 review for \u003ci the overall quality of machining and fit every detail. as someone who been observing this company literally from its inception x8 makes clear that not only is pro-ject capable designing building high performance turntables known fact it able to do so at price points let successfully compete with everything out there.\u003e\n\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"This mass-loaded turntable offers balanced audio outputs and an outstanding tonearm and delivers magnificent listening sessions,\" reports James Barber, \u003cem\u003eTechHive\u003c\/em\u003e, October 11, 2022. \"If you’re looking to step up to a more capable record player, the X8 is worth a look.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMassive 11.25-Pound Milled Aluminum Platter\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe X8 offers a heavy, TPE damped mass-loaded platter precision lathed from a single block of aluminum and finely balanced. The heaviness and precise balancing of this platter contribute to the exceptional speed stability via a flywheel effect. The platter comes with a standard felt mat as an interface between the platter and your LP for additional resonance control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAn inverted platter bearing supported by a neodymium magnet decreases the load on the ceramic tipped bearing. Considering the massively heavy platter, this leads to a smoothly rotating base for your vinyl records and perfect speed stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eA True Balanced Connection\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003ePro-Ject is launching a whole line of new \"True Balanced Connection\" components that feature a balanced connection for your phono setup. The X8 is Pro-Ject's first turntable to feature this new phono technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eTurntables have a long history in the hi-fi world. Many things have changed over time, especially in the home environment. Wireless networks and countless electronic devices make your home \"smarter.\" They also create a lot of additional electromagnetic fields, which can interfere with your turntable's music signal. This was simply not the case 30 years ago. To ensure the best connection to your phono preamplifier, Pro-Ject designed its own True Balanced Connection technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBalanced audio connections have long been used in the professional sector for recording studios or live concerts. It is very important to have a stable and interference-free connection, as these signals will be highly amplified. The same applies to the connection from your turntable to the phono preamplifier. The big advantage of a balanced connection is its ability to remove acquired noise and interference. And best of all, cartridges by nature are already balanced signal transducers. With True Balanced technology, you are simply using everything – literally everything – that your cartridge picks up from the record groove. You are not throwing away half of the usable signal, as is done in typical single-ended RCA phono connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePro-Ject 9cc Carbon-Fiber Tonearm\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe X8 Evolution comes with a custom Pro-Ject 9cc tonearm. Both the tone arm and arm tube are fashioned from a single piece of carbon-fiber. The conical carbon-fiber arm tube resists standing wave reflections for cleaner sound. The inverted tonearm bearing comprises four hardened stainless tips in ABEC7 spec ball races. Rings provide very solid arm bearing housings. The outside ring is open to avoid resonances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAdjustability features ensure the best possible playback. The design of counterweight effectively counteracts unwanted resonances. The counterweight shaft lowered to the record level reduces cantilever forces and dynamic wow when playing warped records. The solid arm base permits accurate height adjustment of the arm tube and VTA (vertical tracking angle). The included counterweight is suitable for cartridges weighing between 6 and 10 grams. The single-screw attachment of the arm tube allows rotation for easy adjustment of needle azimuth despite the fixed headshell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe internal wiring consists of flexible high-purity copper from the headshell right through to the gold-plated phono jacks. The silicone-damped arm lift can be adjusted to suit the working height of the arm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eElectronic Speed Control\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe X8 Evolution offers electronic speed control at the push of a button. No fumbling with belts and pulleys when you want to change speed. The quartz regulation and filter circuit deliver superior speed stability for smooth and undisturbed motor operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOrder With or Without a Sumiko Moonstone Cartridge\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eTo enjoy your vinyl records right away, you can order your X8 with a factory-installed Sumiko Moonstone moving magnet (MM) phono cartridge, which is properly aligned and ready for use. You can also order the X8 without a phono cartridge and use one of your own or order a cartridge separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Moonstone is an outstanding tracker with excellent frequency response and convincing dynamics that are normally only found in much more expensive cartridges. Excellent tonal balance and a coherent soundstage makes this cartridge a perfect choice for any music lover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOutput Versatility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe X8 comes with a five-pin output jack plus Pro-Ject's standard semi-balanced Connect it Phono E 5P RCA cable. By upgrading it to a fully balanced 5P to XLR cable (otional product, sold separately) and by using a balanced phono stage, such as Pro-Ject's Phono Box DS3 B or any Pro-Ject RS\/RS2 phono stages, you are fully set-up for the True Balanced experience. This leads to increased dynamics, less noise, and improved signal to noise ratios. 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With the new TT-15S1 turntable, the engineering team at Marantz has created an audiophile quality turntable with DC servo belt-drive and low-coloration tonearm to answer the need for an affordable high-performance source component for LPs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The attractive, quiet, well-damped TT-15S1 is built to Marantz specifications by Clearaudio... a startlingly full, coherent, dynamic sound,\" reports \u003cem\u003eStereophile\u003c\/em\u003e in a \"Recommended Components\" listing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Clearly well-made, the translucent white table is not only handsome, it sounds great, too,\" notes Mike Quinn in \u003cem\u003eJazz Times\u003c\/em\u003e. \"Marantz has a real winner in this package and if you can budget for the TT15, it will return the investment night-in and night-out for years of fun, insightful listening.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"It Reeks of Understated Distinction\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eNo doubt about it, the Marantz is a distinctive looking machine. \"The plinth itself is a tactile delight with finely finished surface and nicely machined, gently rounded edges, it reeks of understated distinction,\" reports the May 1, 2006 issue of \u003cem\u003eHi-fi World\u003c\/em\u003e magazine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The sound is similarity elegant, refined and yet powerful and dynamic also,\" the review continues. \"The Marantz was capable and authoritative with all the music used in more than just a competent manner; it was a high-resolution source component in almost every tangible acoustic aspect.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLow-Resonance Acrylic Platter and Platform\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe acrylic platform and heavy 1.1\"-thick acrylic platter provide an ultra low resonance environment for your LPs. A standalone 'floating' asynchronous motor without chassis contact guarantees total isolation from the turntable platform, bringing you amazingly quiet and exceptionally pure music reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eA high precision, maintenance-free ceramic bearing contributes to the smooth performance and imaging so realistic, you'll be reaching for LPs that you haven't listened to in years and marveling at the level of sonic information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eClearaudio Virtuoso Ebony Wood Cartridge\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eDesigned by Marantz, the TT-15S1 is built by renowned German manufacturer Clearaudio and comes with a premium Clearaudio Virutoso Ebony Wood Cartridge, an $800 value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eRobert J. 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Well done,\" notes Andre Jennings in \u003cem\u003eThe Absolute Sound\u003c\/em\u003e magazine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNew Tonearm Design\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe C-Sharp's tonearm is a completely new design which combines all advantages of a unipivot arm with a Cardan design. The traditional Cardan bearing ensures high stability and ease of use with very low friction. Also inside the tonearm is a special silicon-based lubricant to damp the tonearm\/cartridge resonances by more then 50 percent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe arm tube is made out of carbon fiber, which is super stiff and rigid. 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This high-performance turntable features Pro-Ject’s famous one-piece carbon fiber tonearm technology, electronic speed selection, suspension elements from the EISA-award winning Pro-Ject X1 turntable, and a factory-mounted Sumiko Rainier phono cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Recommended Component\" Honors\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eStereophile\u003c\/em\u003e honored the Pro-Ject Debut Carbon Evolution by awarding it the magazine's coveted Recommend Component status for 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAccording to \u003cem\u003eStereophile\u003c\/em\u003e, \"AH summed up his time with this turntable by saying 'If there's a design parameter more crucial than a hi-fi component's ability to hold our attention and enable us to feel things, I don't know what it is. The Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO does this consistently, emphatically, at an attainable price.'\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIt also won the award for Best Record Player 2025, Man Cave Essentials, from \u003cem\u003easkmen.com\u003c\/em\u003e, which reports, \"This gorgeous number from Pro-Ject looks incredible, sounds incredible and is also really easy and fun to use. Plus, its high-tech feet give you a stability most people could only dream of, meaning you can dance as hard as you want without making the record skip.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Power of Analog Music\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eFrom the very beginning, Pro-Ject has believed in the power of analog music. During the mid-1990s, at the height of the CD market dominance, Pro-Ject gained a global reputation for its phenomenal sound quality and premium build at an affordable price. After more than twenty years, the Pro-Ject Debut is one of the best-selling products in the history of hi-fi, with close to one million units sold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Debut made listening to vinyl an affordable option for music lovers. Thanks to its minimalist aesthetic and premium finish options, it also helped to make analog fashionable again. The Debut series sets a new standard for value and performance once again with the new Debut Carbon Evolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"A Must Listen\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"For those in the market for a deck costing less than half a grand, the Pro-Ject Debut Carbon Evo is a must listen,\" reports England's \u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-fi?\u003c\/em\u003e magazine, which honored the Evo with its top rating of Five Stars. \"Where competitors might beef up their sound in an attempt to disguise a lack of real insight, Pro-Ject here welcomes you to explore its vast sonic range, proving its aptitude for making a deck that is both easy to listen to and prepared for deeper, more analytical sessions.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Honestly, at this price point, there’s not a single thing this turntable should do better than it does,\" reports Mike Conklin in his review for InsideHook, August 17, 2020.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e8.6\" One-Piece Carbon Fiber Tonearm\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Debut Carbon Evolution's 8.6\" one-piece carbon fiber tonearm with integrated headshell is highly unusual at the price. Carbon fiber increases stiffness, decreases unwanted resonance, and eliminates coloration. This material normally is extensively used in high-end tonearms, and due to its high cost is seldom seen in products at lower price levels. But it's here with the very affordable Debut Carbon Evolution, and you'll love the performance boost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eInside the tonearm is one-piece continuous run, high purity copper internal tonearm wiring connected to a shielded termination box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePush-button Electronic Speed Change\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eUltimate convenience is achieved thanks to the built-in electronic speed change. This allows you to change speeds with the push of a button instead of having to fuss around with the turntable belt and pulley. And the electronic speed control gives you extremely accurate speed control at both 33-1\/3 rpm and 45 rpm, so the Debut Carbon Evolution is great for LPs and 45s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHeavy, TPE-Damped Platter\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eContributing to the stable, accurate-speed playback of your vinyl is a heavy 1.7kg (3.75 lbs.) diecast aluminum platter with TPE Damping for resonance control. The platter uses low-friction precision sapphire tonearm bearings, and the turntable motor uses TPE-damped motor suspension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIncludes Sumiko Rainier MM Cartridge\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Debut Carbon Evolution is ready to start enjoying right out of the carton. Included is a factory-installed Sumiko Rainier Moving Magnet Cartridge, which continues the bestselling Sumiko Pearl’s ability to deliver smooth, natural sound reproduction. The ability to upgrade the stock stylus to the Sumiko Olympia or Moonstone models makes Rainier the perfect entry-level cartridge that will not disappoint for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDustcover and Cable Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAlso included is a hinged adjustable dust cover to help you're your Evolution free of airborne dirt and dust. You also get a 1.23M semi-balanced phono interconnect with dedicated grounding wire, which connects to premium gold-plated, chassis-mount RCA jacks. The height-adjustable TPE-damped aluminum leveling feet facilitate set-up and help minimize external vibration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eChoose from Nine Finishes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003ePro-Ject didn't hold back on the externals, either. The Debut Carbon Evolution is made to suit any home environment, allowing the passion for music on quality vinyl to take center stage. 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Is it even possible? Pro-Ject's innovative VT-E vertical tracking belt-drive turntable lets you place a turntable where no turntable has gone before. It uses a special mechanism for perfect tracking in a vertical position plus a record clamp to hold your LP securely in place. And it sounds very good, too, offering the audio performance that you expect from Pro-Ject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe VT-E boasts a low vibration synchronous motor with a DC power supply, an 11.8\"-diameter, 1.8 lb. MDF platter with felt record mat, a stainless steel platter, and a high quality 8.6\" aluminum tonearm. Easy manual speed change lets you play LPs and 45s. The interconnect cable with gold-plated RCA connectors comes pre-installed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Impressive Precision\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIn his September 29, 2016 review for \u003cem\u003ethevinylfactory.com\u003c\/em\u003e, Anton Spice reports, \"The presentation is quite focused with an impressive precision within the upper mids. Strummed guitars will impress, for example, while banks of strings are infused with air and space while the bass has the admirable element of impact.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"It's a plug 'n play design, available in left- and right-handed versions and can be positioned upright on a desk using the supplied back support, or wall-mounted using the brackets that come in the box,\" notes Andy Madden, \u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/em\u003e magazine, July 10, 2016.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Playback Quality is Gorgeous\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The overall playback quality is gorgeous. Firstly, I was amazed at how quietly the player operates. Secondly, the audio is warm and detailed, the highs are clean, and the bass is deep without being boomy or overwhelming. Even my old records sounded great when played on this table – love it!\" raves David Woods, \u003cem\u003evinylrecordday.com\u003c\/em\u003e, August 13, 2023.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"It delivers outstanding performance and sounds clear. The drive belt is quiet and the unique way it clamps the record in place is innovative,\" reports David Richard, \u003cem\u003etoprecordplayers.com\u003c\/em\u003e, December 29, 2023. \"One of the major features… is the overall quality. Pro-ject has been making top quality turntables for over 30 years, and this one is no exception.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eReady to Go Right Out of the Box\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003ePro-Ject's VT-E turntable proves that turntable setup doesn’t have to be rocket science. Installation is a breeze since everything is pre-adjusted and ready to go right out of the box. Tracking and anti-skating force are carefully set so no further set-up is required. This great sounding belt-driven 'table even comes in two separate versions for either a left-handed or right-handed user, making it especially convenient to operate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIncludes Ortofon OM5e Phono Cartridge\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003ePre-installed on your VT-E is an Ortofon OM5e phono cartridge. This nicely performing MM moving magnet phono cartridge has elliptical shaped stylus that provides balanced and distortion-free playback. Music you've heard many times takes on new dimensions with the OM5e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe VT-E can be positioned either freestanding on a table or wall-mounted using the included low-profile metal bracket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe VT-E turntable is available in matte black, red, or white finishes and in right-handed or left-handed configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro-Ject","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45983489261741,"sku":"NEW-PRVTE-WHT-RH","price":549.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45983489294509,"sku":"DEMO-PRVTE-WHT-RH","price":379.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/PRVTE_RWHT_01-Large__85562.1731603673.1280.1280_776812fa-e979-4be9-b711-003a0bd219c7.jpg?v=1778152291"},{"product_id":"pangea-audio-turntable-wall-mounted-premier-se-shelf-mkii-black","title":"Pangea Audio Turntable Wall Mounted Premier SE Shelf MKII - Black","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\"Like I'm Listening to a Whole New System\" - Rick Coste, \"The Joy of Listening to Vinyl\"\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStrong, Sturdy Wall-Mount Support for Turntables Weighing Up to 40 Pounds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003ePangea Audio knew their turntable wall mount shelf would be a big hit. But they never imagined it would sell out so quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eInstead of ordering a duplicate run of the original model with all the same parts and pieces, Pangea decided to make the most of the opportunity by tweaking the design for a higher weight capacity. The result is the Pangea Audio Turntable Wall Mounted Premier SE Shelf MKII, which carries forward all the great features as before. But now it boasts an L-shaped welded steel frame that supports up to 40 pounds, compared to 25 pounds for the original model.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Improved the Sound by At Least 50 Percent\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIn his \"Joy of Listening to Vinyl\" YouTube review, Rick Coste calls the Pangea wall shelf \"the one purchase I made for my system that improved the sound by at least 50 percent… My soundstage widened… I could hear the instruments better, and the bass response was way better than I remembered it being…\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eRick concludes, \"And a result, the sound is incredible. I feel like I'm listening to a whole new system. And it's all because of this one purchase of the Pangea Audio wall shelf… For me, this shelf is worth every penny.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy You May Need to Wall-Mount Your Turntable\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe floor of your home can act like the head of a drum, vibrating in reaction to footsteps in the room, on the stairs, or even due to heavy traffic and other disturbances outdoors. These floor vibrations can easily find their way to your turntable and into the signal chain as noise and rumble, degrading the quality of your music. Well-made racks and stands are often an excellent solution, but some floors remain problematic, especially with highly sensitive vinyl playback equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe solution in these cases is to decouple your turntable from the floor by using a wall-mounted turntable shelf. Unfortunately, affordable wall shelves are difficult to find. And high-end wall shelves won't install correctly if the mounting holes in the backplate aren't correctly spaced to fit the standard studs in the US, which are typically spaced 16” on center – and in rare cases spaced 12\" on center.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003ePangea Audio heard these concerns often enough that the company decided to design and build a wall-mounted shelf of their own that's perfect for turntables or other audio components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOne-Piece Welded Steel Frame and Strong Cantilever Construction\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003ePangea Audio's Turntable Wall Mounted Premier SE Shelf MKII is strong and sturdy to properly and reliably support your turntable, while also providing superior isolation. The one-piece, L-shaped welded steel frame is exceptionally rigid and will not buckle like some U-shaped mounts we've seen that are made by bending, folding, and cutting a length of metal. The strong cantilever construction and steel backplate contribute to the rock-solid construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe shelf will support a turntable or other audio component weighing up to 40 pounds.* The backplate slots allow mounting to studs spaced 16” on center with convenient left\/right adjustability after mounting. A 1” gap between the shelf and the backplate allows for cable management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSuperior Isolation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eJust decoupling your turntable from floor-borne vibrations goes a long way toward solving resonance problems. But Pangea goes the extra mile with additional isolation features, including a non-resonant MDF shelf insert with height-adjustable spikes for easy leveling. The shelf has a durable black vinyl finish, and the steel frame and backplate are finished in durable black powder coat. This shelf looks so good, that even if your audio system doesn't suffer from floor problems, you should strongly consider Pangea's Turntable Wall Mounted Premier SE Shelf MKII as a turntable mounting option that conserves valuable floor or shelving real estate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe shelf dimensions are 18” wide, 15.5” deep, and 19mm thick. Backplate dimensions are 18” wide and 8.5” tall. Assembly is required. All mounting hardware along with clear, concise, illustrated instructions are included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eFor stability and resonance control, the backplate and frame assembly must be mounted to wall studs, masonry, brick\/concrete, thick wood paneling, or other strong wall surfaces. 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