Pro-Ject EssentialII with Phono USB

Pro-Ject Essential II with Phono USB Turntable

The Pro-Ject Essential II with Phono USB is a premium belt-drive turntable designed for vinyl enthusiasts seeking class-leading sound quality and seamless vinyl recording capabilities. It features a low-vibration synchronous motor, built-in phono preamplifier, and USB output for easy connection to hi-fi systems and computers.

Key Features

• Belt drive with silicone belt for smooth operation
• Low vibration synchronous motor with DC power supply for silent running
• Main platter bearing made from stainless steel spindle running in bronze bushing with Teflon bottom for low friction
• 8.6” aluminium tonearm with sapphire bearings for precise tracking
• Pre-mounted Ortofon OM5e cartridge
• Built-in MM phono stage with gold-plated RCA interconnect cable
• Simultaneous line-level RCA output to amplifier and USB output to PC/Mac
• Special turntable feet for effective decoupling and vibration reduction
• Available in Black, Red, and White colour options

Specifications

• Drive: Belt drive with silicone belt
• Motor: Low vibration synchronous motor with DC power supply
• Platter: MDF low-resonance platter
• Platter Bearing: Stainless steel spindle, bronze bushing with Teflon bottom
• Tonearm: 8.6” aluminium, straight design with sapphire bearings
• Cartridge: Ortofon OM5e, pre-mounted
• Outputs: Line-level RCA and USB (simultaneous)
• Chassis: Lightweight, stiff particle board
• Feet: Special decoupling feet for vibration isolation

What's in the Box

• Pro-Ject Essential II with Phono USB turntable
• Pre-mounted Ortofon OM5e cartridge
• Gold-plated RCA interconnect cable
• Power supply with DC motor control
• User manual

The Essential II Phono USB is perfect for vinyl starters who want an easy "plug & play" solution with high-quality sound and the ability to record vinyl directly to PC or Mac using free, open-source software like Audacity®. Its quiet synchronous motor and effective vibration decoupling ensure optimal playback performance.