Pro-Ject X1 Turntable

Pro-Ject X1 Turntable with Ortofon 2M Silver Moving Magnet Cartridge

The classic turntable design reimagined. Based on the same concept as the P1, but improved in every aspect thanks to modern materials.

High End Tonearm

The X1 uses an 8.6” carbon/aluminium tonearm. The carbon layer gives the tonearm a high degree of rigidity, while the inner aluminium tube takes over the damping of the tonearm. The ultra-low friction tonearm bearing guarantees precise, stable and accurate tracking. The one-piece design avoids vibrations caused by detachable headshells. The higher mass makes the tonearm an excellent fit for low and moderate compliance MC cartridges. The TPE damped counterweight reduces arm-cartridge resonances by as much as 50%.

The tonearm base offers you real audiophile features. It allows you to adjust both the azimuth and the vertical tracking angle (VTA). The tonearm height can be continuously adjusted by loosening the two grub screws. These settings give you the option of adapting the tonearm to height changes, allowing the use of different turntable mats or other cartridges to always achieve the best sound quality. Setting and experimenting with the VTA and Azimuth is crucial in extracting every last bit of performance out of your cartridge.

Ortofon 2M Silver Moving Magnet Cartridge

The X1 comes with the Ortofon 2M Silver Moving Magnet Cartridge which is an OEM-model that takes most of the characteristics of the 2M Red cartridge. The 2M Silver’s special feature is silver-plated copper coils, the same coil wire material as in the 2M Bronze and 2M Black models with a reduced number of windings. The 2M Silver is an upgrade compared to the 2M Red due to a special rubber suspension and silver-plated copper wire material.

Quiet and Stable Speed

The motor of the X1 by itself, is already very quiet. To get the best performance out of it, Pro-Ject designed a motor suspension which goes hand in hand. It allows the motor to run stable and free from outside influences. Remaining vibrations are damped and eliminated, so they are not transmitted onto the chassis, platter and cartridge.

The X1‘s motor chassis is carefully balanced and suspended on a precision tuned TPE belt - this way the motor chassis is effectively decoupled from the main plinth for optimal performance. It is free floating, horizontally completely level and able to operate at the highest performance levels.

The playback speeds are electronically controlled with a sophisticated DC/AC generator, which guarantees the most accurate and stable music reproduction. Change between speeds easily with just a press of a button. Using the flat belt, you can switch between 33⅓ and 45 RPM. If you mount the supplied round belt, you are able to switch between 45 and 78 RPM. Change the cartridge to a shellac capable one and enjoy your old 78 records.

Perfect Stance and Beautiful Finish

The X1 has all the high-end features of modern turntable designs to maximize the music and listening experience. Due to the high mass, the X1 allows the vinyl reproduction to become more detailed. The X1 stands on height adjustable damped aluminium feet to guarantee the perfect stance.

The X1‘s MDF plinth is covered with 8 layers of paint and polished by hand to produce a beautiful finish. It is available in two different flavours - a premium walnut wood veneer and a luxurious black eight-layer high gloss paint.

Why Choose The Pro-Ject X1 Turntable?

The X1 from Pro‑Ject is one of those turntables that instantly feels like serious business, blending classic vinyl charm with some genuinely cutting-edge engineering. Its carbon/aluminium tonearm is a standout, delivering rock-solid rigidity and beautifully controlled tracking that lets your records breathe with stunning clarity, while the factory-fitted Ortofon 2M Silver cartridge digs deep into the groove with a smooth, confident voice that feels both refined and alive. The whisper-quiet, decoupled motor and precision electronic speed control keep everything locked in and eerily stable, so the music just flows without distraction. Add the weighty, resonance-taming plinth, adjustable audiophile tweaks like VTA and azimuth, and that lush hand-finished exterior, and the X1 becomes more than a turntable - it’s a seriously addictive vinyl machine that makes every listening session feel deliberate, immersive, and just a bit special.