Pro-Ject: RPM 1 Carbon Turntable - Gloss Black (RPM1)

LAB POINTS

• entry-level audiophile turntable, newly re-engineered to deliver quality sound
• S-shaped tonearm made from carbon fiber, aluminum and resin for both rigidity and internal dampening
• low resonance chassis holds a newly designed inverted platter bearing with ceramic ball for reduced rumble
• decoupled AC motor with stable DC power supply
• pre-mounted with Sumiko Rainier Cartridge ($179 when purchased separately)
• switchable 33 / 45 rpm, adjustable with easy-to-access belt adjustment

"A radical concept that does not compromise sound quality at an entry-level price."

LAB REVIEW

The visually striking Pro-Ject's RPM 1 Carbon Turntable gets a complete re-design from its RM 1.3 predecessor. Pro-Ject has engineered this turntable to deliver stable, quiet, low-vibration performance resulting in a cleaner sound output. They have achieved this through their signature design features including a decoupled motor (separate from main body to reduce vibrations) that runs on stable DC power and a newly designed carbon tonearm and platter bearing. Lastly, the RPM 1 comes pre-mounted with Sumiko's quality Rainier Cartridge (on its own, retails for $149).

TECH SPECS

• coned feet
• TPE-damped counterweight
• new magnetic antiskating mechanism
• tonearm will work with both MM and MC cartridges
• note: in order to change speed (33/45rpm), you will adjust the belt around the circular motor drive.
• note: does NOT include dustcover
• 15 x 4.33 x 13.8" / 380 x 110 x 350 mm
• 8.4 lbs. / 3.8 kg

COMES WITH

• pre-mounted Sumiko Rainier Cartridge
• removable RCA cable