Pro-Ject Debut PRO Turntable (Cartridge Included), Satin Black
Key Features
- 8.6" one-piece carbon-aluminium tonearm
- Fitted with a pre-adjusted Pick it PRO MM cartridge for quicker setup
- Fully adjustable VTA and azimuth
- TPE dampened die-cast aluminium platter reduces wow and flutter
- 33, 45, and 78 RPM speed capabilities controlled by an electronic precision motor
Pro-Ject Debut PRO Turntable (Cartridge Included), Satin Black Overview
The Debut PRO Turntable from Pro-Ject, which was released in celebration of the brand's 30th anniversary, is a new take on the original Pro-Ject Debut turntable range. While enhanced and modernised in many respects, the Debut PRO maintains its range’s reputation for audiophile quality at lower-than-expected costs.
The Debut PRO’s new features include an all-new tonearm which has been carried over from the more expensive X1 and X2 turntables. This new tonearm has increased adjustability and is compatible with a wider range of cartridges. Moreover, it’s platter has been re-designed with a thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) ring for reduced resonance, wow, and flutter. An impressively precise, electronically controlled motor helps keep speed stable while a toggle switch and round belt contribute speed adjustability and 78 rpm respectively.
Ultimately, the Pro-Ject Debut PRO is an all-around high performer with quality enhancements added across the board. It is a dependable choice for audiophiles who enjoy hours of listening and expect a consistent performance from record to record.
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"This is a sensational turntable for the asking price. It is a breeze to set up and live with and it delivers a level of performance I would not have easily granted the Debut platform"
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"A superb sounding package that remains the top option for the money"
"The Pro is the most ambitious and capable Debut model yet. It’s right up there with the very best in the class."
Celebrating 30 Years of Pro-Ject
In 2021, Pro-Ject celebrated their 30th Birthday. To mark the occasion they released the Debut PRO; a premium addition to the already impressive Debut range. In keeping with everything which has come before from Pro-Ject, the Debut PRO is high-quality technology at a reasonable price point, offering audiophile’s access to great quality music without making too much of a dent in their savings. Since 1991 the brand’s focus when creating great products has been to make great Hi-Fi turntables available to a wider audience. These have always been packed full of the greatest technologies while maintaining an iconic image.
Pick it PRO Cartridge
The Debut PRO comes with a pre-adjusted Pick it PRO Cartridge, created in collaboration with Ortofon for the 30th anniversary celebration of Pro-Ject. This moving magnet (MM) cartridge offers 20 – 20,000 Hz frequency response for a broad range of high and low sound, and has a tracking angle of 20 degrees. It achieves a sound described by Pro-Ject as ‘lively’ and ‘robust’, so you can expect a vibrancy and fullness to your record playback. If you wish to switch out your cartridge, the new tonearm makes this possible; step up to a high-end MC cartridge if you wish to refine the sound from your turntable even more.
The World on a Platter
The platter for the Debut PRO is the first of its kind to feature on any Pro-Ject turntable. Its improvements include a more even spin, anti-magnetic properties for MC cartridge compatibility, and a thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) ring to dampen resonance while reducing wow and flutter. In other words, the Debut PRO really does offer up an improved world of music on its platter.
One-Piece Hybrid Tonearm
One of the most significant new features of the Debut PRO is its one-piece carbon-aluminium hybrid tonearm. This has been brought across to the Debut range from the more expensive X1 and X2 turntables; a sign of Pro-Ject bringing high-end quality into a mid-range price category. The carbon and aluminium bring strength and rigidity, and electrical shielding and sonic dampening to the tonearm respectively while remaining lightweight and easy to adjust. This high-end tonearm also boasts better cartridge compatibility meaning you can easily upgrade to different types and sizes of cartridge.
Adjustable VTA and Azimuth
At the base of the new one-piece hybrid tonearm of the Debut PRO, you can easily adjust both azimuth and vertical tracking angle (VTA) with two grub screws. By doing so, your turntable can adapt to any mats you may place underneath, or to new cartridges you may wish to replace the included Pick IT Pro MM cartridge with. Being able to play around with these features is considered essential when fine-tuning the sound you want from a turntable.
Speed Precision
The Pro-Ject Debut PRO has built-in speed control which works electronically for effortless precision. Switch between 33 and 45 speeds easily while the electronic motor keeps everything steady for higher accuracy. Play older 78 rpm shellac records too simply by switching to the larger drive belt. This fits around the larger part of the pulley system and lets you speed up the platter to 78 rpm.
Material
Across the metal components of the Debut PRO, extra measures have been put in place to ensure longevity and stiffness. These measures involve nickel coating the aluminium and ultimately bettering their resistance. One component where this is especially notable is the tonearm bearing block. The bearing parts have been CNC milled and finished with nickel for quality down to every last detail.
Features
- Pre-adjusted Pick it PRO moving magnet pick-up system with a frequency response of 20 – 20,000 Hz offers lively sonic character
- Stiff one-piece tonearm with a hybrid of carbon and aluminium for perfect groove tracking
- Weighty aluminium platter with anti-magnetic properties and a TPE inner ring for reduced wow and flutter
- Speed precision thanks to electronically controlled motor, toggle switch and round belt
- Removable acrylic dust cover included for protection when not in use
- Three height-adjustable aluminium feet steady the Debut PRO and further dampen
- Adjustable azimuth and vertical tracking angle (VTA) make this turntable adaptable to height changes
- Aluminium parts finished with a nickel coating contribute to durability and resilience
- CNC-milled and nickel-coated tonearm-bearing parts are new to the Debut PRO
- Gold-plated RCA connectors
- New motor suspension decouples for minimised motor vibration, as seen in the Debut Carbon EVO
- Updated platter design cuts down wow and flutter
- Handmade in Europe and hand-painted with eight layers for a stunning chassis
- If cleaning, be sure to use a damp anti-static cloth and sparing amounts of anti-static fluid
What’s in the Box?
- Pro-Ject Debut PRO, Satin Black (partially disassembled; see manual or image below)
- Pick IT Pro MM Cartridge
- 45 rpm speed adaptor / 7-inch single adaptor
- Spare drive belt for larger 78 rpm records
- Anti-skate weight
- counterweight
- Cartridge alignment protractor
- Mains power cable
- Alan keys
- Premium semi-symmetrical phono cable and ground wire
- 3 x exchangeable socket adaptors for use in various countries
Specifications
Turntable Specifications
| Speed | 33, 45/(78) (electronic speed change) |
|---|---|
| Drive principle | Belt drive with electronic speed control |
| Platter | 300mm die cast aluminium platter with TPE damping and felt mat |
| Wow & Flutter | 33 = 0.16 / 45 = 0.14 |
| Speed Drift | 33 = 0.40 / 45 = 0.50 |
| Signal to Noise | 68dB |
| Tonearm | 8.6" one-piece carbon-aluminium |
| Effective Arm Length | 218.5mm |
| Effective Arm Mass | 10.0g |
| Overhang | 18.5mm |
| Included Accessories | 15V DC / 0.8A power supply, dust cover, 78 RPM round belt, 7" single adapter |
| Power Consumption | 4W / 0W standby |
| Dimensions | 415 x 113 x 320mm (WxHxD) |
| Weight | 6.0kg net |
Cartridge Specifications
| Cartridge principle | Moving Magnet |
|---|---|
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz – 20kHz +/- 2dB |
| Channel Separation | 22dB/1kHz |
| Output Voltage | 4mV/1 kHz |
| Tracking ability | 70μm/315Hz |
| Stylus type | Elliptical |
| Stylus tip radius | r/R 8/18 μm |
| Tracking force range | 1,8 - 2,2 g (mN) |
| Tracking force recommended | 2,0 g (mN) |
| Tracking angle | 20° |
| Compliance | 12 μm/mN |
| Internal impedance | 750 Ω |
| Internal inductance | 459mH |
| Recommended Load Impedance | 47 kΩ / amplifier connection – MM-input |
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