Description:
Product Description
The Pro-Ject PRIMARY E PHONO BLK is a plug & play audiophile turntable designed for vinyl enthusiasts who want professional quality without technical complexity. This matte black version includes an integrated phono stage, allowing for direct connection to amplifiers or audio systems without the need for additional equipment. With a belt-driven synchronous motor, a high-quality Ortofon OM cartridge, CNC-machined composite fiber construction, and a minimalist design handmade in Europe, the PRIMARY E PHONO BLK provides audiophile-quality vinyl playback at an accessible price.
Belt-Driven Synchronous Motor
Exceptional Speed Precision
The synchronous motor provides precise 33 and 45 rpm speeds with minimal variance (0.80% at 33 rpm and 0.70% at 45 rpm). Speed accuracy is critical for quality vinyl playback, ensuring the music sounds exactly as it was recorded.
Silicone Belt Drive
The optimally dampened silicone belt isolates motor vibrations from the platter. Vibration isolation is essential for minimizing noise and providing clean playback.
Stainless Steel Main Bearing
The stainless steel main bearing provides smooth and precise platter rotation. A quality bearing ensures the platter spins without excessive friction.
Minimal Wow and Flutter
The wow and flutter of 0.29% at 33 rpm and 0.27% at 45 rpm is exceptional for a turntable at this level. Low wow and flutter means speed remains stable during playback.
High-Quality Ortofon OM Cartridge
Pre-installed Ortofon OM Cartridge
The Ortofon OM cartridge is a professional-quality cartridge that provides clear and detailed playback. The cartridge comes pre-installed and pre-adjusted, ready for use.
Spherical Stylus
The spherical stylus provides consistent tracking in vinyl grooves. The spherical stylus is durable and provides consistent groove contact.
Pre-adjusted Tracking Force
The tracking force is pre-adjusted to 18 mN (0-25 mN range), optimizing the balance between quality playback and record wear. The correct tracking force is essential for quality playback without damaging records.
Precise Aluminum Tonearm
Highly Precise and Lightweight Aluminum
The tonearm is made of highly precise and lightweight aluminum. Aluminum provides rigidity without excessive weight, allowing the cartridge to track grooves with precision.
218.5 mm Effective Length
The 218.5 mm effective arm length provides optimal geometry for groove tracking. The correct length minimizes tracking distortion.
8.0 g Effective Mass
The 8.0 g effective arm mass is lightweight, allowing the cartridge to track grooves with minimal pressure. The lightweight mass reduces record wear.
Dual Tonearm Bearing
The dual tonearm bearing provides smooth and precise arm movement. A quality bearing ensures the arm moves without friction.
Optimal 22.0 mm Overhang
The 22.0 mm overhang provides optimal tracking geometry. The correct overhang minimizes tracking distortion at different points on the record.
Integrated Phono Stage (BLK Version)
Integrated Phono Stage
The PRIMARY E PHONO BLK includes an integrated phono stage, allowing for direct connection to amplifiers or audio systems. The integrated phono stage eliminates the need for additional equipment.
Switchable Phono/Line RCA Outputs
The RCA outputs are switchable between Phono and Line, allowing for flexibility in system setup. The user can select the appropriate output based on their amplifier.
Gold-Plated Contacts
The gold-plated contacts provide a high-quality connection and corrosion resistance. Gold plating ensures clean signal transmission.
Audiophile-Quality Construction
CNC-machined Composite Fiber Chassis
The chassis is made of a special composite fiber processed with CNC. The composite fiber provides rigidity without resonance, isolating components from external vibrations.
No Plastic in Main Structure
The PRIMARY E PHONO BLK does not use plastic in the main structure, utilizing superior quality materials instead. The absence of plastic reduces resonance and provides more robust construction.
Stainless Steel Bronze Bushing
The stainless steel bronze bushing provides durability and precision. Quality material ensures the bushing withstands wear from prolonged use.
Vibration-Absorbing Feet
Special feet absorb vibration, isolating the turntable from external vibrations. Vibration isolation is critical for quality playback.
Elegant Cover with Adjustable Hinges
The elegant dust cover features adjustable hinges, allowing for flexible positioning. The cover protects the turntable from dust when not in use.
Minimalist and Elegant Design
Matte Black Finish
The PRIMARY E PHONO BLK features a matte black finish that matches any decor. The matte finish reduces reflections and provides a professional look.
Compact Dimensions
With dimensions of 420 x 112 x 330 mm (width x height x depth), the PRIMARY E PHONO BLK is compact and fits into any space. The compact size does not sacrifice functionality.
Lightweight 4.0 kg Weight
The weight of 4.0 kg is light, allowing for easy transport and placement. The light weight does not affect stability thanks to the vibration-absorbing feet.
Handmade in Europe
The PRIMARY E PHONO BLK is handmade in Europe, ensuring quality control and attention to detail. Manual manufacturing guarantees that each unit meets high quality standards.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | Pro-Ject PRIMARY E PHONO BLK |
| Type | Plug & play audiophile turntable |
| Speeds | 33, 45 rpm (manual change) |
| Principle | Belt drive |
| Motor | Synchronous |
| Speed variance 33 rpm | 0.80% |
| Speed variance 45 rpm | 0.70% |
| Wow and Flutter 33 rpm | 0.29% |
| Wow and Flutter 45 rpm | 0.27% |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 70 dB |
| Main bearing | Stainless steel |
| Tonearm | Highly precise and lightweight aluminum |
| Effective arm length | 218.5 mm |
| Overhang | 22.0 mm |
| Effective arm mass | 8.0 g |
| Tracking force range | 0 - 25 mN (18 mN pre-adjusted) |
| Cartridge | Ortofon OM (pre-installed) |
| Stylus | Spherical |
| Chassis | Special CNC composite fiber |
| Bushing | Stainless steel bronze |
| Contacts | Gold-plated |
| Belt | Optimally dampened silicone |
| Feet | Vibration-absorbing |
| Cover | Elegant with adjustable hinges |
| Outputs | Switchable Phono/Line RCA |
| Phono Stage | Integrated (BLK version) |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 420 x 112 x 330 mm |
| Weight | 4.0 kg |
| Power consumption | 4.5 Watt maximum |
| Finish | Matte black |
| Manufacturing | Handmade in Europe |
| Included | Turntable, Ortofon OM cartridge, dust cover |
Ideal for
Beginning vinyl enthusiasts looking for audiophile quality without technical complexity, intermediate users who want a quality turntable at an accessible price, audiophiles who value quality construction and European manufacturing, vinyl collectors who appreciate precise record playback, home audio systems requiring a quality audio source, casual vinyl listening in bedrooms or offices, users who want an integrated phono stage without additional equipment, anyone looking to enter the world of vinyl with professional-quality equipment.