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Pro-Ject Debuts The Classic Reference Turntable

The new turntable uses a EVO 9 AS HG tonearm that is mounted to an aluminum alloy top-plate supported by TPE pods sandwiched between it and the MDF plinth.

Pro-Ject Audio Systems has introduced The Classic Reference turntable, which the company considers “a supremely upgraded Classic EVO or an enhanced version of the VPO 175 limited edition turntable.”

Pro-Ject Audio Systems The Classic Reference turntable

For this latest new turntable, the brand used the EVO 9 AS HG tonearm. High-precision ABEC 7 bearings are housed in a aluminum gimbal for frictionless, resonance-free operation. An internally damped S-shaped aluminum armtube makes way for a removable headshell so that cartridge enthusiasts are empowered to swap transducers to their liking. The high-mass aluminum alloy record platter is damped with TPE (Thermoplastic Elastomer), eliminating unwanted resonance. The Clamp it record clamp and Leather it record mat are included in-purchase for additional resonance control.

The tonearm is mounted to a massive aluminum alloy top-plate supported by TPE pods sandwiched between it and the MDF plinth. The record platter rotates on an aluminum sub-platter that is belt-driven by the AC motor. The AC motor is fed steady, clean power by Pro-Ject’s own DC/AC generator, which decouples the turntable from the AC mains. Balanced, full-sized XLR outputs are now onboard, which means users have the option of connecting The Classic Reference to any phono stage with corresponding inputs. RCA/ground, of course, remains onboard as well and is ready for use with the supplied Connect it Phono E cable set.

Pro-Ject Audio Systems The Classic Reference turntable - rear

The Classic Reference is available for special order only. Select between silver with a gloss black plinth ($5999) or brass with an Acacia plinth ($6999).

For more information, visit https://pro-jectusa.com/product/the-classic-reference-audiophile-turntable/.

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