Pro‑Ject T1 EVO – Audiophile Entry‑Level Turntable
The Pro‑Ject T1 EVO brings high-fidelity vinyl playback within reach, with premium materials, refined engineering, and a user-friendly setup. Featuring an integrated electronic speed switch, a zero-resonance glass platter, and a precision-machined one-piece aluminium tonearm, it's ready to play straight out of the box with rich sound and elegant design.
Key Features
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Electronic speed change: Switch between 33⅓ and 45 RPM with a side-mounted toggle—no belt shifting required
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Heavy blasted-glass platter: 8 mm zero-resonance design atop a CNC-machined chassis for superior speed stability
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One-piece aluminium tonearm: 8.6″ integrated headshell with low-friction bearings for accurate tracking
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Pre-fitted Ortofon OM10 cartridge: An elliptical stylus MM cartridge delivers detailed, dynamic playback
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High-quality phono RCA cable: Includes Pro‑Ject’s low-capacitance Connect it Phono E cable for minimal signal loss
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Versatile model range: Available in Standard (phono outputs), Phono (built-in switchable phono stage), and BT (Bluetooth + phono stage)
Quick Specs
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Speed: 33⅓ & 45 RPM (electronic)
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Speed variance: 0.7% at 33⅓ RPM; 0.6% at 45 RPM
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Wow & flutter: 0.25% at 33⅓; 0.23% at 45 RPM
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Platter: 8 mm thick blasted-glass with felt mat
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Tonearm: 8.6″ aluminium, 218.5 mm arm length, 22 mm overhang, 8.0 g effective mass
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SNR: 65 dB
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Tracking force: ~17.5 mN preset (range 0–50 mN)
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Dimensions: 41.5 × 10.0 × 33.5 cm (W × H × D)
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Weight: ~3.8 kg net
What’s in the Box
- Pro‑Ject T1 EVO turntable
- Ortofon OM10 MM cartridge (pre-mounted)
- Sub-platter and glass platter with mat
- Cable and counterweight (pre-installed)
- 45 RPM adapter, dust cover, felt mat
- Low-capacitance RCA cable, power supply
- Setup guide with alignment protractor and stylus gauge
Use Cases / Ideal For
Perfect for beginners and vinyl lovers seeking plug‑and‑play performance and premium sound quality. The BT version adds Bluetooth flexibility for headphone and speaker streaming.
Pros & Cons
✅ Pros:
- Fast setup with pre-mounted cartridge and speed switch
- Premium build for a sub‑€500 turntable
- Choice of built-in phono stage or Bluetooth in higher variants
⚠️ Cons:
- Built-in phono stage is entry‑level (only on Phono/BT models)
- No 78 RPM support
The Pro‑Ject T1 EVO delivers outstanding sound quality and user-friendly design at a great price—whether you choose the Standard, Phono, or BT version, it's a smart choice for vinyl lovers. Available now at Soundium.
