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Pro-Ject T2 Turntable With Sumiko Rainier MM Cartridge Satin White
Sets a New Performance Standard in Its Price Range
The T2 turntable upgrades and enhances Pro-Jet\'s criticallyacclaimed T1 \'table. It introduces new audiophile features and sets a newstandard of performance in its price range.
The elegantly crafted CNC-machined plinth has been expandedin size to enhance stability and is available in striking finishes such as HighGloss Black, Satin White, or Walnut. It boasts a construction free of plasticcomponents and meticulous manufacturing that eliminates any hollow spaceswithin, effectively preventing unwanted vibrations within the chassis.
Compared to the T1, the glass platter is heavier andthicker, ensuring a zero-resonance design that effectively eliminates theshortcomings associated with plastic or lightweight steel alternatives.Complementing these improvements, purpose-selected turntable feet effectivelyisolate the T2 from ambient vibrations present in the vicinity of your hi-fisystem.
Advanced Motor and Drive System
The motor and drive system are identical to those found inthe T1. The motor drives a belt system, connected to Pro-Ject\'s newly designedsub-platter exclusive to the T-line. This sub-platter is mounted on anultra-precise 0.001mm main bearing with a hardened steel axle and brassbushing. Where most alternative products may use un-regulated DC motors withwide speed fluctuations, the T2 Super Phono features Pro-Ject\'s proven systemof an electronically regulated, precision-speed AC motor.
The T2 also comes with electronic speed switching between 33and 45 RPM. The result is a low-noise, stable drive system for the turntable.
New Tonearm and Anti-Skating
The T2\'s tonearm has been improved for better cartridgegeometry. Still a one-piece aluminum design, its effective length has beenupgraded to 9\". And it adds an updated low-friction bearing to accommodatethe increased length and diameter for absolute accuracy in use.
Aside from clean aesthetics, the integrated headshell is akey player in minimizing armtube resonance (bonded headshells have adverseeffects in terms of resonance).
The T2 also features user-friendly spring-based anti-skatingfor fast and accurate setup. Since the Sumiko Rainier is factory-aligned withthe tracking force set, simply turn the wheel to your desired value and you\'redone with tonearm adjustments!
Sumiko Rainier MM Phono Cartridge
The T2 includes the acclaimed high-value Sumiko Rainier MMphono cartridge which synergizes beautifully with the sonic characteristics ofthe turntable. The cartridge is factory-aligned with the tracking force set!
Remember that the Rainier can be easily upgraded to theOlympia, Moonstone, or Wellfleet with the simple swap of a stylus.
Semi-Balanced Phono Cable
Like the T1, the T2 is topped-off with shielded,semi-symmetrical, low-capacitance phono cables purpose-designed by Pro-Ject foruse with turntables. Pro-Ject also includes an acrylic dust cover withadjustable hinges for your convenience. Everything you need is in the box andcan be assembled in minutes!
True Balanced Capable
The T2 uses gold-plated RCA outputs that are wiredsymmetrically (aka \'balanced\') in the RCA junction box. Like any other Pro-Jectturntable with RCA phono outputs, it can be run balanced with the appropriatecartridge, cable, and phono preamp.
This means by upgrading to a MC cartridge or Pro-Ject\'s Pickit PRO Balanced (specially designed balanced MM cartridge), plus any Pro-Jectbalanced phono stages as well as a balanced connecting cable, you cancapitalize on the advantages Pro-Ject\'s True Balanced Connection has to offer.Audibly this amounts to less noise, greater dynamics, clearer transients, andan overall more immersive experience.
Product Features
- Factory-aligned Sumiko Rainier MM cartridge ($149 value)
- High-precision 9″ one-piece aluminum tonearm
- Larger chassis for optimal tonearm geometry
- 0.4\"-thick, 1.7kg zero-resonance tempered glass platter
- Spring-based anti-skating (no hanging weight!)
- Nickel-plated counterweight
- Electronic speed regulation and switching (33/45rpm)
- Designed and built with no resonant hollow spaces
- Vibration-absorbing isolation feet
- Semi-symmetrical phono cable gold-plated connectors
- Acrylic dust cover with adjustable hinges
- Available in Gloss Black, Satin White, or Walnut Laminate Finishes
- Handmade in Europe
Product Specs
- Speed: 33/45 RPM (electronic speed change)
- Principle: Belt drive
- Speed variance: 33: 0.6% 45: 0.5%
- Wow and Flutter: 33: 0.19% 45: 0.17%
- Platter: 0.4\" thick. 3.7 lb. heavy glass platter with felt mat
- Main bearing: Stainless steel/brass
- Tonearm: 9\' aluminum
- Effective arm length: 230 mm
- Overhang: 22.0 mm
- Effective tonearm mass: 9.5 g
- Power Supply: 15V / 800 mA DC. universal power supply
- Power consumption: 4.5 W / <2W in network stand-by
- Dimensions: 21.3\" x 11.8\" x 16.2 (WxHxD)
- Weight: 12.1 lb.
