Pro-Ject E1 BT Turntable with Pick It MM E Cartridge

Pro-Ject E1 BT Turntable with Pick It MM E Cartridge and Built-In Bluetooth

One of the most common requests from younger listeners wanting to get into vinyl is the ability to stream their record collection to their Bluetooth speaker or headphones.

The E1 BT offers just that, with a switchable Bluetooth 5 transmitter built into the turntable's signal path. It can be disabled when not in use, so the listener has the option of choosing between wireless listening, using the turntable's phono preamp, or using an external preamp if they so choose. This also provides the opportunity to transition from simple Bluetooth listening to full component audio when the time is right, without needing a new turntable.

The E1 aims to deliver a great sound experience on a limited budget whilst still being hand made in Europe. It doesn’t matter if you are a beginner, returnee or experienced vinyl fan, the E1 won’t disappoint you!

Pro-Ject’s Plug & Play design with pre-adjusted tracking force and anti-skating calculated by Pro-Ject’s experienced technical team provides you with the best settings for your turntable. This means you can easily set up your new turntable in minutes with absolutely no experience necessary. Just lean back and enjoy your favourite records.

The stylish CNC-machined composite fibre plinth, available in black, white or a beautiful walnut finish, is carefully manufactured to ensure there are no hollow spaces inside. The lightweight and low friction 8.6” aluminium tonearm is optimized for the high quality Pick It MM E cartridge and will bring out its maximum potential.

The ABS Polymer main platter is strengthened with purpose-designed ridges in order to create an ideal, anti-resonant platform for your vinyl. To protect your E1 from dust, you will also find an elegant acrylic dustcover with adjustable hinges in the box.

Boasting premium materials, stylish aesthetics and a rich, lively sound, the extensive development process has ensured that there has been no compromise in the sound performance despite such an affordable price.

Premium Pick It MM E Moving Magnet Cartridge

The phono cartridge is one of the most sound-forming and sonically critical part of a turntable. It transforms the physical grooves of a record into an electrical signal. This signal determines the base quality of the music playback.

The Pick it MM E uses a low mass system which is realized with a miniature neodymium generator magnet. Due to the lower inertia the result is a clear improvement in tracking accuracy. The conical diamond tip delivers warm and smooth high quality audio reproduction with low background noise. The highly damped ABS body effectively reduces vibration induced colorations to a vanishingly low level.

Our Review

The Pro-Ject E1 BT Turntable with Pick It MM E Cartridge brings a modern twist to the classic vinyl experience, blending timeless analogue charm with today’s wireless convenience. With its built-in Bluetooth 5 transmitter, you can spin your favourite records and stream them straight to your Bluetooth speakers or headphones, or switch it off and use the onboard or external phono stage for a more traditional setup. It’s a brilliant way to start your vinyl journey, offering the freedom to go wireless now and move into full component hi-fi later without upgrading your turntable. Handcrafted in Europe, the E1 BT looks every bit as good as it sounds, with a beautifully finished plinth in black, white, or walnut and a precision 8.6” aluminium tonearm perfectly matched to the excellent Pick It MM E cartridge. Setup is a breeze thanks to Pro-Ject’s Plug & Play design - no fiddly adjustments, just unpack, plug in, and play. From its anti-resonant platter to its rich, lively sound, the E1 BT proves you don’t have to spend a fortune to enjoy seriously impressive vinyl playback.