Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO Turntable

Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO Turntable

The Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO is a Hi-Fi turntable engineered for accurate, consistent vinyl playback, combining an 8.6 carbon fiber tonearm, a factory-mounted Ortofon 2M Red cartridge, and precise electronic speed control. Its TPE-damped platter, decoupled motor suspension, and height-adjustable isolation feet work together to reduce vibration and improve speed stability.

Ready-to-play analog performance

The included Ortofon 2M Red cartridge combines superb trackability with accuracy and clarity. It arrives factory mounted and aligned on a low-mass 8.6 one-piece carbon fiber tonearm. A single run of high-quality copper wiring feeds gold-plated, chassis-mounted RCA jacks with a separate ground, and the supplied Connect It E cable is engineered to carry the delicate phono signal.

1. Ortofon 2M Red cartridge, factory mounted and aligned
2. 8.6 carbon fiber tonearm with low-friction precision sapphire bearings
3. Single run of high-purity copper tonearm wire to gold-plated RCA jacks with separate ground
4. Connect It E semi-balanced, low-capacitance phono cable with superior shielding

Quiet, stable rotation and precise speed control

The 12, 1.7kg steel platter is lined with an anti-resonant TPE ring to add rotational mass and damp resonance, reducing wow & flutter and increasing stability over an expertly engineered main bearing and sub-platter. A sophisticated onboard power control circuit generates a precise signal for accurate, consistent speed regardless of power supply fluctuation.

1. Electronic speed selection for 33 & 45rpm, plus 78rpm capability with the included belt
2. Heavy MDF plinth and felt record mat support smooth, reliable playback

Vibration control and easy leveling

A new motor suspension system decouples the motor from the plinth using a steel plate and TPE damping to minimize vibration transfer. TPE-damped, height-adjustable metal feet simplify leveling and help isolate the turntable.

True Balanced-ready phono connectivity

The Debut Carbon EVO is configured for balanced operation. It provides a balanced RCA/ground phono output and can be run balanced with an RCA to mini XLR phono cable into a phono preamp with a mini XLR input (e.g., Phono Box S3 B). It ships with an RCA/ground to RCA/ground phono cable for maximum out-of-the-box compatibility. Balanced add-ons are sold separately.

Refined build and finish options

The heavy, solid MDF plinth receives eight coats of paint and is offered in high-gloss black or white, or a real walnut veneer. A hinged adjustable dust cover is included, and manufacturing takes place in the European Union.

Clear upgrade path

Performance can be elevated with Pro-Ject accessories and parts designed for the Debut platform.

1. Acryl it acrylic platter for additional resonance control
2. Debut Alu Sub-Platter adds mass and higher precision for improved speed stability and more resonance control
3. Easy stylus upgrades for the Sumiko Rainier, including Olympia or Moonstone

78rpm capability and stylus guidance

Two belts are included. Use the flat belt on the top/smaller motor-pulley diameter for 33 & 45rpm. For 78rpm, install the round belt on the larger/bottom pulley with the differently shaped slot.

Note: The factory mounted stylus is not advisable for 78s; an alternate stylus designed for tracking 78rpm grooves is necessary.

Included in the box

1. Debut Carbon EVO turntable
2. Ortofon 2M Red cartridge (mounted & aligned)
3. Hinged adjustable dust cover
4. Drive belts for 33/45rpm and 78rpm
5. Adapter for 7 singles
6. Connect It E phono cable with external ground wire
7. Felt record mat
8. Multi-voltage power supply

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I change speeds on the Debut Carbon EVO?It uses electronic speed selection for 33 & 45rpm via a switch integrated with the power rocker under the front left corner. For 78rpm, install the included round belt on the larger/bottom pulley.
2. What cartridge is included, and can I upgrade it?A factory mounted and aligned Ortofon 2M Red is included. It can be upgraded to another half-inch mount cartridge.
3. How does the turntable minimize vibration and maintain speed accuracy?A TPE-damped 1.7kg steel platter increases rotational mass and damps resonance, while a decoupled motor suspension with a steel plate and TPE reduces vibration transfer. A precise onboard power control circuit ensures accurate, consistent speed regardless of power supply fluctuation.
4. Can I use the Debut Carbon EVO in a True Balanced setup?Yes. It provides a balanced RCA/ground output and can be run balanced with an RCA to mini XLR cable into a compatible balanced phono stage such as Phono Box S3 B. It ships with an RCA/ground to RCA/ground cable for standard unbalanced hookup; balanced accessories are sold separately.
5. Which finishes are available?High-gloss black or white, or real walnut veneer.

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