Pro-Ject VTE Vertical Turntable - Right Hand

A Vertical Turntable That's Actually Worth Listening To

The VT-E plays records standing upright, like a picture on a wall, using proven Pro-Ject turntable engineering rather than the flimsy novelty mechanisms found in most vertical record players sold today.

A belt-drive system, a low-vibration synchronous motor, an 8.6-inch aluminum tonearm, and a factory-mounted Ortofon OM5e cartridge all work together to deliver genuinely clear, balanced sound from a design built to double as functional wall art.

This is the right-handed version: its controls and tonearm layout are arranged specifically for a listener reaching in from the right side, with no built-in phono preamp or Bluetooth on this standard model at all.

A Real Turntable, Turned On Its Side

A Special Tracking System for Vertical Play

A dedicated tracking mechanism keeps the tonearm working correctly against gravity in the vertical position, while a record clamp holds the LP securely against the platter throughout every side you play, start to finish.

Pro-Ject sets tracking force and anti-skating at the factory, and the Ortofon OM5e cartridge arrives already installed and aligned, so there's no real setup beyond simply fitting the platter and belt.

Stand It on a Shelf or Mount It on a Wall

The VT-E's built-in support lets it stand upright on a table or shelf entirely on its own, with no additional hardware needed at all for a simple, no-fuss tabletop setup right out of the box.

An included wall-mounting kit turns the same turntable into genuine wall art when floor or shelf space is limited, without sacrificing any of the belt-drive engineering hidden underneath the artwork.

What Reviewers Are Saying

The Audiophile Man's Paul Rigby found the VT-E's "pedigree enables it to walk all over similar vertical turntable ideas and implementations," scoring it 8 out of 10.

Audio Appraisal's Ashley called it "another Excellent product," writing that it "holds up well against the competition, sounding as good as anything else at this price," and calling it "Highly recommended."

Who Is the VT-E Best For?

• You want a turntable that becomes part of the room's design — it stands upright on its own, or mounts flat against a wall
• You need a turntable that saves floor and shelf space — the included wall-mounting kit is built for exactly that
• You prefer simple setup with a factory-adjusted cartridge — the Ortofon OM5e arrives installed and aligned, tracking force included
• You have, or plan to get, a phono preamp — this standard VT-E has no built-in phono stage or Bluetooth
• You want Bluetooth and a built-in phono preamp too — the VT-E BT adds both to this same vertical design

How Does It Connect to Your System?

Connect the included phono cable to an amplifier or receiver with a moving-magnet phono input. If your system only has a standard line-level input, add an external phono preamp.

Changing speeds between 33⅓ and 45rpm means physically moving the drive belt by hand, since this standard model has no electronic speed switch.

Pairs Well With

Where the VT-E goes from here:

• Phono preamplifiers — required, since none is built into this standard model
• Integrated amplifiers — with a phono input suited to moving-magnet cartridges, or paired with a separate phono preamp
• Speaker stands — if you'd rather stand it on a shelf than mount it, a stable, level surface still matters
• Record cleaning accessories — clean records sound better and protect the stylus

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the VT-E really play records vertically?

Yes. A special tracking system and the included record clamp keep the record and tonearm secure during vertical playback.

Can it be mounted on a wall?

Yes. A wall-mounting kit is included, though the turntable can also stand upright on a table or shelf on its own.

Is the cartridge already installed?

Yes. An Ortofon OM5e moving-magnet cartridge is factory-mounted and adjusted, tracking force included.

Does it have a built-in phono preamp?

It doesn't. You'll need a moving-magnet phono input or an external phono preamp.

Does this model have Bluetooth?

It doesn't. This standard VT-E uses a wired phono connection only; the VT-E BT adds Bluetooth and a built-in phono preamp.

What's the warranty?

A two-year limited manufacturer warranty covers the VT-E.

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