Pro-Ject Debut EVO 2 | Audiophile Turntable

Experience Unparalleled Value and Quality With the Debut EVO 2, Pro-Ject's Much Anticipated Sequel to Their Most Popular Turntable Includes Pick it MM EVO cartridge Improved Tonearm Bearing Block and Counterweight Streamlined 8.6" one-piece carbon-fiber tonearm with sapphire bearings for greater tracking precision and audio reproduction Improved, solid 3.75 lb die-cast Aluminum platter w/ TPE damping Electronic speed switch, 33 and 45 RPM 8-coat hand-painted resonance-resistant MDF chassis Manufactured in the European Union What's New in the EVO 2? Pro-Ject's improved and updated Debut EVO 2 turntable offers incredible value at its price point and represents a premium choice for the listener looking for a basic vinyl table with an accessible price tag. Debut EVO 2 introduces several enhancements over the original Debut Carbon EVO, aiming to refine performance and listening experience for vinyl enthusiasts: Tonearm Bearing and Assembly: The EVO 2 features an improved tonearm bearing block, similar to that of the Debut Pro, designed to minimize friction and enhance tracking accuracy. Platter Upgrade: Replacing the steel platter of the original, the EVO 2 utilizes a die-cast Aluminum platter with a TPE (thermoplastic elastomer) damping ring. This design reduces unwanted resonances and allows for the use of moving coil cartridges without magnetic interference. Cartridge Enhancement: The Debut EVO 2 comes pre-installed with the new Pick It MM EVO moving magnet cartridge, co-designed with Ortofon, optimized for synergy with the tonearm. Chassis and Connectivity: The updated chassis integrates the RCA and power connections into the plinth, offering a sleeker design and easier access compared to the previous model. Premium Tonearm The Debut EVO 2 turntable features an 8.6” carbon fiber armtube with a sturdy aluminum bearing block (like Debut PRO), ensuring precise, stable tracking. Its one-piece armtube and headshell design minimize resonance, optimizing cartridge performance for detailed, immersive sound. Adaptive Anti-Skating Mechanism As the skating force varies between the inner and outer grooves of a vinyl record, Pro-Ject's anti-skating mechanism adjusts accordingly. Carbon Fiber Tonearm Tube Super stiff and light-weight one-piece 8.6" carbon tonearm design. Massive Low-Friction Bearing The CNC-milled Aluminum bearing block facilitates very low friction & high rigidity. TPE-Damped Die-Cast Platter The 3.75 lbs die-cast Aluminum platter is precision-balanced and features a TPE damping ring to minimize resonance and enhance stability. Upgrading from the previous steel design, the Debut EVO 2 supports moving coil cartridges for improved performance. Height-Adjustable Damped Feet The Debut EVO 2 stands on three height-adjustable TPE-damped feet for easy leveling & great isolation. By using 3 feet they are able to increase stability on uneven surfaces while minimizing surface-contact. Pick it MM EVO Phono Cartridge The new Pick it MM EVO cartridge completes the Debut EVO 2 in all respects. It compliments the tonearm sonically & aesthetically. Teaming up with Danish cartridge specialists for development, Pro-Ject implemented split-pole pins known for achieving a flat frequency response typically only achievable with moving coil designs. High-Quality RCA/Ground Cables Pro-Ject includes the Connect it Phono E RCA cable, designed for optimal phono signal transmission with high-quality materials to minimize loss. The Debut EVO 2 features a balanced-capable RCA/ground phono output, compatible with RCA to mini XLR cables for use with balanced phono stages like the Phono Box DS3 B or Tube Box DS3 B. Sophisticated DC/AC Generator Pro-Ject turntables use switch-mode power supplies to convert AC to DC, which is then regenerated into a clean sine wave. This process eliminates power impurities (like dirty AC power), ensuring stable motor performance and improved speed accuracy. Specifications General Weight: 13 lbs Dimensions: 16.3" x 12.6" x 4.5" Pro-Ject 2 Year Warranty Debut EVO 2 User Manual Turntable Speed: 33, 45 Drive: belt drive, electronic speed control Platter: 12" | 3.75 lb steel Platter damping: TPE damping ring + felt mat Main bearing: stainless steel, bronze bushing Wow & flutter: 33: +/-0.16% | 45: +/-0.14% Speed drift: 33: +/-0.40% | 45: +/-0.50% SNR: 68dB Tonearm: Carbon fiber 1-piece tube Effective arm length: 8.6" Effective arm mass: 10.0g Overhang: 0.73" Power: 4W / 0W standby MM-Cartridge Frequency range: 20-20.000Hz Channel separation: 22dB/1kHz Output voltage: 7mV Recommended load impedance: 47kΩ (MM input) Compliance/stylus type: 10µm/mN – elliptical Recommended tracking force: 18mN Weight: 7.2g In the Box Debut EVO 2 Pick it MM EVO cartridge Acrylic dust cover Drive belt for 33 1/3 & 45rpm Drive belt for 78rpm Adapter for 7″ singles Connect-It E phono cable w/ ground Felt record mat 15V DC / 0.8A power supply