Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO Turntable with Rainier Cartridge in Gloss Black
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| Ships from | Grand Rapids, MI, 49512 |
| Ships to | United States |
| Package dimensions | 22.0" x 16.0" x 6.0" (16.0 lbs) |
| Voltage | Unspecified |
| Shipping carrier | UPS |
| Shipping cost | Free |
| Original accessories | Box, Manual |
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Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO Turntable in Gloss Black
Mint Condition Unit - Austrian Precision Meets Vinyl Perfection
• Brand/Model/Finish: Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO Turntable in stunning gloss black with Sumiko Rainier cartridge
• Condition: Open box, mint condition with no marks, scratches, nicks or dings. Even the dustcover is perfect!
• Retail: $599 for complete package
• Configuration: Belt-drive turntable with carbon fiber tonearm, precision bearing, and premium moving magnet cartridge
• Design: Austrian engineering excellence with elegant aesthetics and performance-focused construction
• What's Included: Professionally repackaged in original manufacturer carton with all inserts, accessories, manuals included
• Warranty: Backed by manufacturer's 2-year warranty coverage
From Vienna Workshop to Vinyl Revolution
Pro-Ject Audio Systems has championed analog excellence since 1991, founded by Heinz Lichtenegger with the revolutionary idea that high-quality turntables should be accessible to all music lovers. Based in Vienna, the company transformed the vinyl landscape by proving exceptional performance didn't require luxury pricing.
The Debut series launched this democratization of vinyl, becoming the world's best-selling turntable line by delivering Austrian engineering precision at unprecedented value. Each generation has refined the formula while maintaining the core philosophy: make vinyl reproduction both excellent and approachable.
The Turntable That Perfected the Performance Formula
The Debut Carbon EVO represents Pro-Ject's ultimate refinement of their legendary Debut concept, incorporating decades of analog expertise into one perfectly balanced package. This isn't just another entry-level turntable—it's a precision instrument that delivers reference-level performance at a price that makes serious vinyl reproduction accessible.
The EVO designation signifies evolutionary improvements throughout, from the upgraded carbon fiber tonearm to the precision bearing system that eliminates the compromises typically found in this price category.
Where Carbon Fiber Engineering Meets Vinyl Mastery
Revolutionary Carbon Fiber Tonearm Technology
• 8.6" Carbon Fiber Arm Tube: Lightweight yet incredibly rigid construction eliminates resonances that blur musical detail
• Precision Gimbal Bearings: Ultra-low friction design ensures effortless tracking with zero play or chatter
• Integrated Headshell: One-piece construction eliminates connection points that can degrade signal purity
• Anti-Skating Adjustment: Sophisticated bias control ensures optimal stylus contact across entire record surface
Precision Drive System Excellence
• TPE-Damped Platter: Heavy platter with thermoplastic elastomer damping reduces vibrations while maintaining speed stability
• Precision Belt Drive: High-quality belt isolates motor vibrations while maintaining consistent rotation speed
• Upgrade-Ready Motor: Designed to accommodate optional speed control upgrades for ultimate precision
• Isolation Feet: Damped feet minimize external vibrations that can affect playback quality
Premium Sumiko Rainier Cartridge
• Moving Magnet Design: High-output cartridge provides excellent tracking and dynamic range
• Elliptical Stylus: Advanced profile extracts maximum information from record grooves
• Optimal Compliance: Perfectly matched to tonearm characteristics for ideal tracking performance
• Replaceable Stylus: User-replaceable design enables easy maintenance and upgrades
How This Turntable Brings Your Records to Life
The Debut Carbon EVO's performance transforms vinyl listening from reproduction into musical experience. The carbon fiber tonearm eliminates the resonances that plague conventional designs, allowing every record to reveal details and spatial information that brings recordings closer to their original master tape sound.
The precision bearing and damped platter create the stable foundation that allows the Sumiko Rainier cartridge to track groove information with remarkable accuracy, revealing the warmth and dimensionality that makes vinyl special while maintaining the clarity that serious listening demands.
"The EVO Redefines What Entry-Level Can Achieve"
What Hi-Fi?: "The Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO delivers performance that challenges turntables costing significantly more. This is Austrian engineering at its most accessible."
Stereophile: "The EVO proves that Pro-Ject's commitment to democratizing high-quality vinyl reproduction remains as strong as ever. This turntable punches well above its price class."
The Numbers Behind the Austrian Precision
• Drive System: Belt drive with precision motor
• Speeds: 33⅓ and 45 RPM manual switching
• Platter: 8.6" TPE-damped steel platter, 3.3 lbs
• Tonearm: 8.6" carbon fiber with precision gimbal bearings
• Effective Length: 8.6" with optimal geometry
• Cartridge: Sumiko Rainier MM with elliptical stylus
• Tracking Force: 1.8-2.2g recommended range
• Anti-Skating: Magnetic bias adjustment
• Dimensions: 16.1" x 4.5" x 12.4" (W x H x D)
• Weight: 11.9 lbs
• Finish: High-gloss black with carbon fiber accents
• Speed Accuracy: ±0.7% factory calibrated
Where This Turntable Shines Brightest
Perfect Applications
• First serious turntable: Ideal introduction to high-quality vinyl reproduction for new enthusiasts
• System upgrades: Significant improvement over basic turntables and all-in-one players
• Apartment setups: Compact size and excellent isolation suit space-constrained environments
• Gift giving: Perfect introduction to serious vinyl reproduction for music lovers
Plays Nicely With...
• Phono Preamps: Sumiko Rainier output works optimally with quality MM phono stages
• Any Amplifier: Standard output level compatible with integrated amps and receivers with phono inputs
• System Building: Excellent foundation for growing analog systems
• Upgrade Path: Accepts cartridge upgrades while accommodating future system improvements
Why Open Box Austrian Engineering Delivers Smart Value
This mint condition open box unit provides exceptional opportunity to experience Pro-Ject's refined turntable engineering with complete confidence. The Debut Carbon EVO's combination of carbon fiber precision and Austrian manufacturing represents outstanding value for serious vinyl reproduction.
The complete package with premium Sumiko cartridge eliminates guesswork while providing the performance foundation for years of vinyl enjoyment.
Everything You Get
• Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO Turntable in mint condition
• Stunning gloss black finish with carbon fiber tonearm
• Factory-mounted Sumiko Rainier MM cartridge, aligned and ready
• Original manufacturer carton with all protective packaging and inserts
• Complete owner's manual and setup documentation
• Dust cover and all installation accessories
• Full 2-year manufacturer's warranty coverage
Experience Austrian Analog Excellence Today
The Debut Carbon EVO represents Pro-Ject's commitment to making exceptional vinyl reproduction accessible to all music lovers. This turntable transforms your record collection into a gateway to the warmth, detail, and spatial information that defines great analog reproduction.
Austrian precision meets vinyl passion in the turntable that proves serious performance doesn't require serious investment. Secure this exceptional open box unit today and discover why the Debut Carbon EVO has earned recognition as the benchmark for accessible high-end turntables.
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