Pro-Ject 6 PerspeX Balanced Turntable - Acrylic - Pick it MC 3

A Balanced Connection, Genuinely Built In

The 6 PerspeX Balanced pairs a transparent acrylic plinth with a factory-installed Pick it MC3 moving-coil cartridge and a true balanced signal path, a genuine step up from single-ended RCA that most turntables at this level don't offer at all.

A Corian sub-chassis floats on opposing magnets beneath the platter and tonearm, keeping the vibration-isolating benefits of a floating suspension without the parasitic noise that conventional spring suspensions can introduce.

There's no built-in phono preamp here: a balanced phono preamp with mini XLR inputs unlocks the full advantage of this turntable's balanced design, though it also works over standard unbalanced RCA if that's what your system already has.

A Floating Sub-Chassis and a Sandwich Platter

Opposing Magnets, Not Springs

Three height-adjustable, TPE-damped aluminum cones support the acrylic plinth, which in turn carries the outboard AC motor and the Corian sub-chassis that floats on opposing magnets suspended just beneath it.

A DC-driven motor control keeps the belt-driven platter running at a genuinely stable speed throughout playback, with electronic toggling between 33⅓ and 45rpm handling speed changes without moving the belt by hand.

A Sandwich Platter on a Precision Bearing

The platter combines a precision-machined MDF plate with a 4mm-thick, flat-ground layer of recycled vinyl on top, with a screw-down clamp and threaded spindle coupling every record tightly to that surface.

Underneath, a stainless-steel spindle topped with a ceramic ball rotates inside an inverted bronze bushing embedded directly in the platter itself, for smooth, silent rotation from the very first side you spin.

Who Is the 6 PerspeX Balanced Best For?

• You want a genuinely balanced phono signal path — mini XLR outputs unlock benefits most turntables at this price simply don't offer
• You want a moving-coil cartridge already installed and aligned — the Pick it MC3 arrives factory-mounted, tracking force included
• You want serious tonearm engineering — the 9-inch CC carbon tonearm's ABEC 7 bearing is built for genuinely low-friction tracking
• You have, or plan to get, a phono preamp with balanced mini XLR inputs — that's where this turntable's balanced design really pays off
• You want moving-coil detail from the outset — fitted, aligned, and ready for a balanced phono stage

How Does It Connect to Your System?

The included Connect it Phono E RCA cable (with ground) connects the 6 PerspeX Balanced to a standard unbalanced MC phono input, giving you maximum compatibility right out of the box.

For a true balanced connection, an optional mini XLR-to-mini XLR cable connects to a balanced-input Pro-Ject phono preamp, such as the Phono Box S3 B, Phono Box DS3 B, or Tube Box DS3 B.

Pairs Well With

Where the 6 PerspeX Balanced goes from here:

• Phono preamplifiers — an MC-capable phono preamp is required, ideally one with balanced mini XLR inputs
• Integrated amplifiers — pair with an amp that has a compatible phono input, or add a separate preamp
• Audio racks — a rigid, level shelf gives the floating sub-chassis a stable foundation
• Record cleaning accessories — clean records sound better and protect the stylus

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the cartridge already installed?

Yes. The Pick it MC3 moving-coil cartridge is factory-mounted and aligned, tracking force included.

Do I need a special phono preamp for the balanced connection?

You do, if you want the balanced benefits. A phono preamp with mini XLR inputs, like Pro-Ject's Phono Box S3 B, Phono Box DS3 B, or Tube Box DS3 B, is required for a true balanced signal path.

Can I use a standard RCA phono preamp instead?

Yes. The included RCA cable connects to any standard unbalanced MC phono input, though you won't get the balanced connection's noise-rejection benefits.

Does it have a built-in phono preamp?

It doesn't. You'll need an external MC-capable phono preamp, whether balanced or unbalanced.

What cartridge weights will the tonearm accept?

The included counterweights support cartridges weighing between 5 and 14 grams.

What's the warranty?

A two-year limited manufacturer warranty covers the 6 PerspeX Balanced.

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