About The Pro-Ject Primary E Phono Turntable
Pro-Ject's Primary E Phono is the entry into the world of quality vinyl playback. With sturdy construction, a quality Ortofon cartridge and sound that is authentic and rhythmic, the Primary E Phono is designed to bring a smile to your face and a dance to your step.
There are a lot of reasons to get started in the vinyl game. If you're chasing rare records, love high fidelity or are just passionate about music, listening to records is really set apart when it sounds better than anything else. And the truth is… you just don't get that using the cheapest possible turntables available.
ProJect have addressed this issue with the Primary E Phono turntable. For first timers or penny-pinching audiophiles, this is the best price-to-performance available.
It's plug 'n' play all the way, with a pre-installed Ortofon cartridge, built in switchable phono stage, fully weighted counterweight and pre-adjusted anti-skating weight. With a straight, ultra low mass tonearm optimised for the renowned Ortofon OM cartridge series, all you need to do is remove the bearing and stylus guard, put the belt on and plug it in.
At the end of the day, this is a budget turntable like no other, a simple, high quality turntable that will perform unlike anything else in the entry level.
Our Take
The Pro-Ject Primary E Phono turntable is an exceptional entry-level choice for vinyl enthusiasts seeking high-quality sound without breaking the bank. Designed with ease of use in mind, it features a pre-installed Ortofon cartridge, a built-in switchable phono stage, and a lightweight yet precise aluminium tonearm, ensuring a hassle-free setup and superior audio performance. The belt-driven synchronous motor, sapphire tonearm bearing, and vibration-absorbing feet contribute to its smooth operation and detailed sound reproduction. With a machined composite fibre chassis, gold-plated contacts, and an elegant dust cover, the Primary E Phono offers both durability and style. Handcrafted in Europe, it delivers an authentic and rhythmic vinyl experience, making it the best price-to-performance option for newcomers and budget-conscious audiophiles alike.
Main Features & Specifications
- Design: Manual Belt Drive Turntable with Built-In Phono Stage
- Switchable phono and line output
- Belt-drive with synchronous motor
- Quality Ortofon OM5e moving magnet cartridge
- Vibration absorbing feet
- Machined special composite fibre chassis
- Light-weight, high-precision aluminium tonearm
- Sapphire tonearm bearing
- Gold-plated contacts
- Stainless steel bronze bushing
- Elegant dust cover with adjustable hinges
- Silicon belt with optimum damping
- Outputs: RCA Phono/Line
- Speed: 33, 45 (manual speed change)
- Principle: Belt drive
- Speed variance: 33: 0.8% 45: 0.7%
- Wow & Flutter: 33: 0.29% 45: 0.27%
- Platter: 300 mm with felt mat
- Main bearing: Stainless steel
- Tonearm: 8.6" aluminium
- Effective tone-arm length: 218.5 mm
- Overhang: 22.0 mm
- Effective tonearm mass: 8.0 g
- Counterweight for mass: 3 - 7 g (supplied)
- Tracking force range: 0 - 25mN (18mN pre-adjusted)
- Included accessories: Dust cover
- Power consumption: 4.5 Watts max
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 420 x 112 x 330mm
- Weight: 4.0 kg
- Manufacturer's Warranty: 2 Years
- Designed & Built in Europe
Note: Features & Specifications Subject To Change Without Notice. E&OE.