Pro-Ject T2 Turntable - Gloss Black - Rainier Cartridge

An Upgrade Over the T1, Ready for Your Own Phono Stage

The T2 turntable builds on Pro-Ject's well-regarded T1 design with a larger CNC-machined plinth, a heavier glass platter, and a longer 9-inch tonearm, all aimed at a genuine step up in stability and detail without a built-in phono preamp getting in the way.

A factory-aligned Sumiko Rainier moving-magnet cartridge comes already mounted and tracking-force-set, and electronic speed switching moves between 33 and 45rpm at the push of a button, with no belt to reposition by hand.

This standard T2 keeps things simple on purpose: no phono preamp and no wireless streaming, just a dedicated analog source built for a system that already has a phono stage covered somewhere else in the chain.

A Bigger Plinth, a Heavier Platter

Zero-Resonance Construction Throughout

The CNC-machined plinth has no plastic components and no hollow spaces inside it at all, a deliberate choice meant to eliminate the standing waves and internal resonances that can color playback on cheaper turntables.

Compared to the T1, the glass platter is thicker and heavier, and purpose-selected feet isolate the whole turntable from ambient vibration nearby, whether that's footfalls, speakers, or the shelf it's sitting on.

A Longer Tonearm and a Precision Bearing

The one-piece aluminum tonearm has grown to a 9-inch effective length for improved cartridge geometry, with an integrated headshell and updated low-friction bearings that trade quick cartridge swaps for a stiffer, lower-resonance armtube.

Underneath, a newly designed sub-platter rides on an ultra-precise, 0.001mm-tolerance main bearing with a hardened steel axle and brass bushing, driven by a regulated, precision-speed AC motor rather than the unregulated DC motors found on cheaper decks.

Who Is the T2 Best For?

• You already have a phono preamp you like — this standard T2 skips the built-in electronics entirely, at a lower price than the Super Phono
• You want a cartridge already installed and aligned — the Sumiko Rainier arrives factory-mounted, tracking force included
• You want push-button speed change — 33 and 45rpm switch electronically, with no belt to move by hand
• You want a heavier platter and longer tonearm than the T1 — both are genuine upgrades built into the T2's larger plinth
• Your amp or receiver has no phono input — the T2 Super Phono adds a built-in MM phono preamp instead, and the T2 W adds Wi-Fi streaming on top of that

How Does It Connect to Your System?

Connect the included semi-symmetrical, low-capacitance phono cable to a receiver or integrated amp's MM phono input. If your system only has a standard line-level input, add an external phono preamp between the turntable and amplifier.

The T2 also uses gold-plated RCA outputs wired symmetrically in its junction box, so upgrading to an MC cartridge or Pro-Ject's Pick it PRO Balanced cartridge, plus a balanced phono stage and cable, unlocks a True Balanced Connection for less noise and greater dynamics.

Pairs Well With

Where the T2 goes from here:

• Phono preamplifiers — required for this standard model, since none is built in
• Integrated amplifiers — with a phono input suited to moving-magnet cartridges, or paired with a separate phono preamp
• Audio racks — a rigid, level shelf gives the glass platter a stable foundation
• Record cleaning accessories — clean records sound better and protect the stylus

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the T2 have a built-in phono preamp?

It doesn't. Connect it to an MM phono input, or use a separate phono preamp. The T2 Super Phono is the same turntable with that stage built in.

Is the cartridge already installed?

Yes. The Sumiko Rainier moving-magnet cartridge is factory-aligned with tracking force already set; you'll still need to complete basic assembly.

Can I upgrade the cartridge later?

Yes. The Rainier accepts a Sumiko Olympia, Moonstone, or Wellfleet replacement stylus with a simple swap, no realignment needed.

What's different between the T2 and the T1?

The T2 has a larger, heavier plinth, a thicker glass platter, and a longer 9-inch tonearm; the motor and drive system carry over from the T1 largely unchanged.

Does the tonearm return automatically?

It doesn't. The T2 is fully manual, so you lower the stylus at the start of a record and return the tonearm once it's done.

What's the warranty?

A two-year limited manufacturer warranty covers the T2.

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