Pro-Ject Audio Systems RPM-3 Carbon Turntable - Piano Black

Prepare for immediate happiness and satisfaction right out of the box!  Pro-Ject's RPM 3 Carbon is pure magic.  It's a true audiophile piece with an affordable price tag, and it even looks ultra modern. 

This is a showroom demo / open box unit with super low hours of use.  There may be a small ding or scuff, but nothing that will keep you from enjoying the great sound the RPM-3 is capable of.  Includes all of the original parts, accessories, box and packing.  The cartridge is the $449 upgraded Sumiko Blue-Point #2.  Its installed and ready to play.  Includes an easy to read and understand guide, as well as a nice little gauge for set-up.   

Check out the reviews on the turntable.  Improved stereo imaging, warm, deep bass and fantastic value for a sub $1000 product.

  

 FEATURES -

• 10" Carbon fiber, S-type, aluminum composite tonearm for improved rigidity and vibration damping.


• A quiet running synchronous motor with a two-step pulley drives the platter's outside edge via a rubber belt.


• The drive motor is isolated on its own platform and completely decoupled from the plinth to eliminate vibration transmission.


• The resonance-optimized platter is made of medium density fiberboard.


• A inverted, chrome-plated stainless-steel axle runs on an inverted bearing with a ceramic ball for ultra smooth operation and low wow and flutter.


• Connection to the phono input of the amplifier can be made with connecting cables of your taste through the gold plated phono sockets and earth screw.


• External 15V AC power supply avoids potential electro-mechanical interference using an ultra-precise AC generator with a DC supply.


• The turntable is supplied with a Sumiko Blue Point #2 upgraded cartridge (a $449 value).


• The head-shell and arm-tube are formed from carbon fiber for ultra precise tracking.


• The horizontal bearings consist of two hardened stainless steel points and ball-races.


• Eccentrically mounted counterweight reduces cantilever forces and dynamic wow when playing warped records.


• Solid arm-base permits accurate height adjustment of arm-tube and VTA (vertical tracking angle).


• The counterweight supplied is suitable for cartridges weighing between 4 - 9g.


• The tonearm offers adjustments for vertical tracking and azimuth for optimized playback performance and cartridge matching.


• The internal wiring consists of silver coated, high-purity copper.


• Chassis finished in gloss black.


• Dust cover available - Not included

TURNTABLE SPECIFICATIONS -

• TONEARM - 10" Carbon Fiber Composite, S-Type


• CARTRIDGE - Sumiko Blue Point #2


• OPERATION - Manual operation with silicone-damped lift


• MAIN BEARING - Inverted ceramic ball


• PLATTER - 12" MDF


• ANTI-SKATE - Magnetic


• SPEEDS - 33-1/3 and 45 rpm speeds with manual speed change


• SPEED DRIFT - ±0.19% at 33 RPM, ±0.08% at 45 RPM


• WOW / FLUTTER - ±0.14% at 33 RPM, ±0.11% at 45 RPM


• SIGNAL / NOISE RATIO - 71 dB


• CONNECTIONS - Detachable RCA audio cable and ground


• POWER SUPPLY - External


• DIMENSIONS - (LxWxH) 13.5" x 14.9" x 4.8"


• WEIGHT - 12.1 lbs. 

IN THE BOX -

• Original Box and packing


• Turntable (tonearm & cartridge installed)


• Platter w/ integrated vinyl mat


• Motor


• AC power supply (attached 6' DC cord)


• 3 AC plug adapters (US/EU/UK)


• Drive belt


• 47" RCA stereo cable (with ground wire)


• 45 RPM adapter


• Counterweight


• Anti-Skate weight


• 3 Protective discs


• Hex-key tool


• Stylus Pressure Gauge


• Two-Point Cartridge Alignment Protractor


• Instructions For Use booklet


• Warranty Information

CONDITION -  Excellent

WARRANTY -  2 years (1 year warranty for the supplied cartridge)

SHIPPING - We ship worldwide with UPS, Fed-Ex and various truck freight lines for items weighing over 100 lbs.  All items are packed and padded with care if the original packaging is deemed insufficient.  We know how exciting it is to anticipate the arrival of new gear and we want your item to arrive in the same condition it left our facility.

DELIVERY - A commercial address or pick-up at the freight terminal are preferred since freight delivery to a residential address may incur an additional lift-gate ($50-$65) and residential fee. ($50-$75).

TAX - 6.5% if picked up in our store or shipped to a FL address. 0% if shipped outside Florida.

 ABOUT US -  Salon One Audio is a small town, hi-end audio store dedicated to a great customer experience.  We've been selling new, pre-owned and demo audio gear since 1986.  We'll treat you right weather its a new purchase, trade-in, upgrade or you just need some expert advice.  We offer excellent trade-in values and package discounts.  We are also authorized distributors for most lines we carry.

Great audio is a journey not just a purchase.  We'll guide you to the best gear within your budget.

CONTACT INFO - 

(407) 953-9596

[email protected]

www.salon1audio.com