{"title":"#TTLGuide - X1 \/ X2 \/ X-Series All Models*","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"pro-ject-x2-b-turntable","title":"Pro-Ject: X2 B Balanced Turntable","description":"\u003ch4\u003e📌 LAB POINTS\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehigh-end audiophile turntable with oversized body for increased mass, extended 9\" tonearm and Ortofon moving coil cartridge \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"B\" balanced model adds mini XLR balanced output (note: to achieve True Balanced Audio a balanced phono stage is required)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eincreased mass for superior vibration dampening: features oversized body and acrylic platter, turntable weighs 22.2 lbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eextended 9\" carbon fiber for better tracking \/ aluminum composite tonearm with several performance upgrades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eincludes pre-mounted \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.mom\/products\/ortofon-quintet-red-moving-coil-mc-cartridge\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOrtofon Quintet Red MC Cartridge\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.mom\/products\/sumiko-rainier-cartridge\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e ($399 when purchased separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehigh-performance feet provide isolation, each foot can be leveled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehand-built construction, wood MDF body with multi-layer gloss or real-wood veneer finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eincludes dustcover and Connect-It E RCA cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003enote: a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.mom\/phonopreamp\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ephono pre-amp\u003c\/a\u003e is required for this turntable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-quote\"\u003e\"Pro-Ject's X Series is the next evolution of the Debut series. The series consolidates the price range above the Debut Series with features found on Pro-Ject super high-end turntables (increased mass, high-end tonearm, isolation feet, quality cartridge) while maintaining the convenience of electronic speed control and a pre-mounted cartridge. The X2 B represents the top end of the series with additional upgrades in mass, tonearm length, cartridge, and mini XLR output with the ability to achieve true balanced sound.\" - TTL\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🔎 X2 UPGRADES FROM THE X1\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emore mass with similar footprint via larger body + thicker platter: 22 vs. X1's 15.4 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elonger tonearm for better tracking (9\" vs. 8.6\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehigher-end Ortofon moving coil cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"related-reading\"\u003e↘ Read Our Lab Guide: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.mom\/blogs\/guides\/project-x-series-x1-x2-review\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePro-Ject X Series Review + Comparison\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\"\u003ch4\u003e🔑 KEY FEATURES\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emotor type: belt-drive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoperation type: fully manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ephono preamp: n\/a\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003espeeds: 33 RPM, 45 RPM, 78 RPM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etonearm shape: straight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecounterweight setting: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eanti-skate setting: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVTA \/ height adjustment: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edetachable headshell: n\/a\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebody material: MDF wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eplatter material: acrylic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003cli\u003eoutputs: RCA phono, mini XLR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eremovable RCA: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust cover: yes, hinged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edimensions: 18.1\" (w) x 5.9\" (h) x 13.4\" (d) \/ 460 x 150 x 340mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eweight: 22 lb \/ 10 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e📦 COMES WITH\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epre-mounted cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e45 adaptor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRCA cable w\/ ground wire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eABOUT TRUE BALANCED AUDIO\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue Balanced Audio refers to a superior audio signal that results in higher sound quality with nearly zero background noise, check out our in-depth guide \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.mom\/blogs\/guides\/pro-ject-true-balanced-audio-guide\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue Balanced gear can be utilized as both balanced (with the proper components and signal path) or non-balanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue Balanced Audio requires a moving coil cartridge (MC) or the Pro-Ject Pick it Pro Balanced MM Cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue Balanced Audio requires a balanced audio cable (5-Pin DIN, mini XLR \/ XLR, or RCA \u0026gt; Mini XLR) connected from the turntable to the preamp\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue Balanced Audio requires a preamp that accepts balanced cables; you can output either XLR (recommended) or RCA from the preamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eshop all \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.mom\/collections\/pro-ject-true-balanced-audio\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePro-Ject True Balanced\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Pro-Ject","offers":[{"title":"Gloss Black","offer_id":40683111481434,"sku":"tr-1048-black","price":1999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White","offer_id":40683111546970,"sku":"tr-1050-white","price":1999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"TTLEV - Walnut","offer_id":40683111514202,"sku":"tr-1049-walnut","price":1999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Satin Black","offer_id":42500526047322,"sku":"tr-1151-satinblack","price":1999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/files\/project-x2b-black.jpg?v=1768326242"},{"product_id":"pro-ject-x1-b-turntable","title":"Pro-Ject: X1 B Turntable","description":"\u003ch4\u003e📌LAB POINTS\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehigh-end audiophile turntable with the convenience of electronic speed control + pre-mounted cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor future upgradeability: \"B\" model adds mini XLR balanced output (\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003enote\u003c\/span\u003e: to achieve true balanced connection, upgrade to MC cartridge + balanced phono stage required)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eincreased mass for superior vibration dampening: features oversized body and acrylic platter, turntable weighs 15.4 lbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8.6\" carbon fiber \/ aluminum composite tonearm with several performance upgrades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eincludes pre-mounted \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.mom\/products\/pro-ject-pick-it-pro-balanced-cartridge\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePick It Pro Balanced MM Cartridge\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.mom\/products\/sumiko-rainier-cartridge\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e ($299 value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehigh-performance feet provide isolation, each foot can be leveled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehand-built construction, wood MDF body with multi-layer gloss or real-wood veneer finish\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eincludes dustcover and Connect-It E RCA cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003enote: a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.mom\/phonopreamp\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ephono pre-amp\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis required for this turntable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-quote\"\u003e\"Pro-Ject's X Series is the next evolution of the Debut series. The series consolidates the price range above the Debut Series with features found on Pro-Ject super high-end turntables (increased mass, high-end tonearm, isolation feet, quality cartridge) while maintaining the convenience of electronic speed control and a pre-mounted cartridge. The next generation of the X-line is the 'B' series, providing a mini XLR output with the ability to achieve true balanced sound.\" - TTL\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🔎WHY YOU SHOULD CONSIDER THE X1 OVER DEBUT CARBON\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emore mass with similar footprint via larger body + thicker platter: 15.4 vs. the Debut's 10.9 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esubstantially better tonearm: features upgrades in arm, gimbal, bearing, counterweight, and adjustability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eacrylic platter upgrade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebetter performing cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"related-reading\"\u003e↘ Read Our Lab Guide: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.mom\/blogs\/guides\/project-x-series-x1-x2-review\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePro-Ject X Series Review + Comparison\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🔑 KEY FEATURES\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emotor type: belt-drive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoperation type: fully manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ephono preamp: n\/a\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003espeeds: 33 RPM, 45 RPM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etonearm shape: straight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecounterweight setting: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eanti-skate setting: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVTA \/ height adjustment: n\/a\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edetachable headshell: n\/a\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebody material: MDF wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eplatter material: acrylic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003cli\u003eoutputs: RCA phono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eremovable RCA: n\/a\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust cover: yes, hinged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edimensions: 16.3\" (w) x 5.3\" (h) x 13.2\" (d) \/ 415 x 135 x 335mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eweight: 15.4 lb \/ 7 kg \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e📦 COMES WITH\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epre-mounted cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e45 adaptor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eABOUT TRUE BALANCED AUDIO\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue Balanced Audio refers to a superior audio signal that results in higher sound quality with nearly zero background noise, check out our in-depth guide \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.mom\/blogs\/guides\/pro-ject-true-balanced-audio-guide\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue Balanced gear can be utilized as both balanced (with the proper components and signal path) or non-balanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue Balanced Audio requires a moving coil cartridge (MC) or the Pro-Ject Pick it Pro Balanced MM Cartridge (comes installed on this model)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue Balanced Audio requires a balanced audio cable (5-Pin DIN, mini XLR \/ XLR, or RCA \u0026gt; Mini XLR) connected from the turntable to the preamp\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue Balanced Audio requires a preamp that accepts balanced cables; you can output either XLR (recommended) or RCA from the preamp to speakers \/ amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eshop all \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.mom\/collections\/pro-ject-true-balanced-audio\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePro-Ject True Balanced\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Pro-Ject","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":40683111579738,"sku":"tr-1051-black","price":1399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"White","offer_id":40683111645274,"sku":"tr-1053-white","price":1399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Walnut","offer_id":40683111612506,"sku":"tr-1052-walnut","price":1399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/files\/pro-ject-x1-b-turntable-pickitpro-black.jpg?v=1762285168"},{"product_id":"pro-ject-xa-b-balanced-acrylic-turntable","title":"Pro-Ject: XA B Balanced Acrylic Turntable","description":"\u003ch4\u003e📌 LAB POINTS\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehigh-end X Series model with anti-resonant acrylic plinth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebalanced output ready with 5-pin DIN output + special balanced MM cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eextended 10\" one-piece aluminum tonearm w\/ adjustable azimuth + VTA\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epre-mounted \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.mom\/products\/pro-ject-pick-it-pro-balanced-cartridge\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePro-Ject Pick it PRO Balanced MM cartridge\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eheavy die-cast aluminum platter w\/ TPE damping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eupgraded TPE-damped height-adjustable metal feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect it Phono E 5P \u0026gt; RCA\/ground cable included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecord Puck E included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust cover included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehandmade in Europe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003enote:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e a phono preamp is required for this turntable; to take advantage of the true balanced output, a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.mom\/products\/pro-ject-connect-it-phono-e-5-pin-mini-xlr-1-23m-4-ft-balanced-cable-for-xa-b-turntable\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebalanced cable\u003c\/a\u003e (sold separately) \u0026amp; \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.mom\/products\/pro-ject-phono-box-s3-b-balanced-phono-preamp\" target=\"_blank\"\u003epreamp\u003c\/a\u003e are required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-quote\"\u003e\"The XA B continues Pro-Ject's tradition of acrylic base turntables. Acrylic has both aesthetic + sonic virtues, including anti-resonance. However, through Pro-Ject's experience with the material, the company has learned to balance the characteristic (avoiding over-dampening) as seen with the inclusion of complementary aluminum components. The \"B\" in XA B refers to the turntable's balanced output which is achieved through the inclusion of the first ever balanced MM cartridge, the Pro-Ject Pick It Pro MM.\" - TTL\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🔑 KEY FEATURES\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emotor type: belt-drive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoperation type: fully manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ephono preamp: n\/a\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003espeeds: 33 RPM, 45 RPM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etonearm shape: straight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecounterweight setting: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eanti-skate setting: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVTA \/ height adjustment: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edetachable headshell: n\/a\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebody material: acrylic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eplatter material: aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoutputs: RCA phono, mini XLR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eremovable RCA: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust cover: yes, hinged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edimensions: 18.1\" (w) x 5.1\" (h) x 13.4\" (d) \/ 460 x 130 x 340mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eweight: 17.64 lb \/ 8 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e📦 COMES WITH\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epre-mounted cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efelt record mat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003erecord weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRCA cable w\/ ground wire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eABOUT TRUE BALANCED AUDIO\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue Balanced Audio refers to a superior audio signal that results in higher sound quality with nearly zero background noise, check out our in-depth guide \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.mom\/blogs\/guides\/pro-ject-true-balanced-audio-guide\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue Balanced gear can be utilized as both balanced (with the proper components and signal path) or non-balanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue Balanced Audio requires a moving coil cartridge (MC) or the Pro-Ject Pick it Pro Balanced MM Cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue Balanced Audio requires a balanced audio cable (5-Pin DIN, mini XLR \/ XLR, or RCA \u0026gt; Mini XLR) connected from the turntable to the preamp\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue Balanced Audio requires a preamp that accepts balanced cables; you can output either XLR (recommended) or RCA from the preamp to speakers \/ amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eshop all \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.mom\/collections\/pro-ject-true-balanced-audio\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePro-Ject True Balanced\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Pro-Ject","offers":[{"title":"Turntable","offer_id":41361030119514,"sku":"tr-1083","price":1699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/files\/project-xa-b-man.jpg?v=1762285869"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.mom\/collections\/guides-x1-x2-x-series-all-models.oembed","provider":"turntablelab.mom","version":"1.0","type":"link"}