Pro-Ject X1 (Pro-Ject Pick it S2 MM)

Pro-Ject‘s classic turntable design reimagined!

Real high-end features – True audiophile sound

The X1 is based on the same concept as the P1, but improved in every aspect thanks to modern materials and new production methods. Inside it houses a sophisticated DC/AC generator board which, combined with the convenient speed control board, delivers clean and stable power to the quiet-running motor. For even further improved performance, the motor is decoupled from the main plinth using a new motor suspension system. In the X1, the motor drives a new, heavy, non-resonant Acryl platter via a sub-platter drive system and a premium grade main bearing for liquid smooth rotation.

The X1 is also better than its predecessors, thanks to the super-stiff, perfectly tempered Carbon/Alu sandwich construction tonearm. This new 8.6” tonearm design is incredibly light and stiff, with improved resistance to external interference. Finished as a one-piece, with no resonance-inducing headshell, the X1 can also be set for azimuth and VTA adjustment. The tonearm is then supplied with a TPE-damped counterweight, further reducing cartridge-tonearm resonances.

Supplied with a brand new Pro-Ject Pick it S2 MM cartridge, manufactured by the cartridge experts at Ortofon but voiced by the design team at Pro-Ject, it can be ready to play within a few minutes of unboxing. Also supplied in the box is our Connect-IT E RCA cables, a semi-balanced, low-capacitance cable with superior shielding that’s optimized for turntable use. Lastly, height-adjustable feet in their Alu/ TPE sandwich construction are a very exclusive but necessary feature to level up the turntable and effectively isolate it from the surface it is place on. The X1‘s 8 layers of painting and the hand-polished finish guarantee its luxury appearance.

In the box:

X1 with Pick it S2 MM cartridge
Connect it E RCA Cable
Dust cover
Adapter for 7“ singles
Round drive belt for 78 r.p.m.
Power supply, allen key

Features
Speed control with electronic speed switch for ultimate speed stability
Carefully isolated motor for less vibration and noise
Sub-platter with extremely low 0.001mm bearing tolerances
Stainless steel platter-bearing with soft brass bushing and teflon mirrors for lowest rumble and noise, and a stable, accurate speed transmission
Resonance free, 1.5 kg heavy acryl platter
8,6” carbon/alu sandwich tonearm with best internal damping and TPE damped counterweight
Kardan ultra-low friction 4 pin point precision tonearm bearing
Ortofon Pick it S2 MM cartridge newly developed with Ortofon
Massive and heavy, precision CNC‘d MDF chassis
Luxury 8 layers of painting and hand-polished finish or real-wood, satin-waxed veneer
Super shielded, semi-symmetrical, low-capacitance Pro-Ject phono cables
Height adjustable, aluminium feet for massively reduced risk of acoustical feedback
Handmade in Europe

Technical Specifications
Speed 33, 45, 78 (electronic speed change)
Principle belt drive
Speed variance 33: 0.30% 45: 0.25%
Wow & flutter 33: 0.15% 45: 0.13%
Platter 20mm thick, 1.5 kg heavy acryl
Main bearing stainless steel/brass
Tonearm 8,6” carbon/aluminium sandwich
Effective arm length 218,5 mm
Overhang 18 mm
Effective tonearm mass 10,0g
Tracking force range 0 - 30mN
Included accessories 15volts DC /0,8A power supply, Dust cover, Connect it E Phono cable, feltmat
Power consumption 5,0 watts max /< 0.3 watt standby
Dimensions 415 x 125 x 335 mm (WxHxD)
Weight 7 kg net / 9.5 kg gross weight

Manual: https://www.project-audio.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/X1-Manual.pdf