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A built-in phono pre-amp and electronic speed change make the Pro-Ject E1 Phono a flexible deck for getting into vinyl – or returning to it.
The ideal introduction to vinyl
Whether you’re new to vinyl or dusting down your old LPs, the Pro-Ject E1 Phono offers the perfect balance of sound quality and practical features. Built to Pro-Ject’s high standards, the E1 Phono is solidly made, with a CNC-machined composite fibre plinth, aluminium tonearm and Ortofon cartridge. Unlike other budget decks that offer a fixed speed or awkward belt change, the E1 Phono has electronic speed control, making it easy to switch between 33rpm albums and 45rpm singles.
Built-in phonostage for flexible connectivity
The E1 Phono model features a built-in phono pre-amp. This means you can wire the deck up to any hi-fi system or speaker with an ‘AUX’ input (RCA cable supplied but your system may require an RCA to 3.5mm cable). Alternatively, the E1 Phono can still be wired into an amp’s phono input, just like the standard E1.
Made for great sound
With a vast amount of experience and design expertise, few can beat Pro-Ject for turntable knowhow. Take a look at the design and build of this turntable and you can see that experience shine through. The CNC-machined plinth has no hollow spaces and provides excellent vibration resistance. Combined with the isolation feet and anti-resonance platter, this gives the E1 Phono a well-damped, low distortion sound. The high quality, isolated DC motor gives smooth and stable pitch for lifelike sound.
Newly designed, aluminium tonearm
With an arm-tube made from a single piece of aluminium and fixed headshell, the tonearm is both light and rigid. The more rigid a tonearm, the more precisely it tracks, meaning you get to hear every nuance of detail from your records. For ease of use, all the tonearm settings are factory-set, meaning this Project deck is ready to play, straight from the box.
Complete package – with Ortofon OM5E cartridge supplied
Part of the standard package includes a pre-fitted Ortofon OM5E cartridge. Highly regarded, this quality budget cartridge gives a smooth, detailed sound that’s at home with all types of music. As part of the Optimum Match (OM) range, the stylus is upgradable to 10, 20, 30 and 40 models, giving plenty of scope for future upgrading.
Electronic speed change
Another feature that makes the E1 Phono a great starter deck is the electronic speed control. Many decks in this class either have no speed control or a fiddly twin pulley system that means you manually have to move the belt from one pulley to another. With the E1 Phono, you get a simple switch that adjusts between 33 and 45 speeds at the click of a button. If you have a decent collection of singles and regularly switch speeds, electronic speed control makes all the difference to your user experience.
Choice of finishes
The simple, elegant styling gives the E1 Phono a timeless appeal. Available in black, white or walnut finishes, there’s a colour to suit your style. All models come with a removable dust lid.
Get into the groove, whatever your matching system, with the Pro-Ject E1 Phono turntable.
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The ideal introduction to vinyl
Whether you’re new to vinyl or dusting down your old LPs, the Pro-Ject E1 Phono offers the perfect balance of sound quality and practical features. Built to Pro-Ject’s high standards, the E1 Phono is solidly made, with a CNC-machined composite fibre plinth, aluminium tonearm and Ortofon cartridge. Unlike other budget decks that offer a fixed speed or awkward belt change, the E1 Phono has electronic speed control, making it easy to switch between 33rpm albums and 45rpm singles.
Built-in phonostage for flexible connectivity
The E1 Phono model features a built-in phono pre-amp. This means you can wire the deck up to any hi-fi system or speaker with an ‘AUX’ input (RCA cable supplied but your system may require an RCA to 3.5mm cable). Alternatively, the E1 Phono can still be wired into an amp’s phono input, just like the standard E1.
Made for great sound
With a vast amount of experience and design expertise, few can beat Pro-Ject for turntable knowhow. Take a look at the design and build of this turntable and you can see that experience shine through. The CNC-machined plinth has no hollow spaces and provides excellent vibration resistance. Combined with the isolation feet and anti-resonance platter, this gives the E1 Phono a well-damped, low distortion sound. The high quality, isolated DC motor gives smooth and stable pitch for lifelike sound.
Newly designed, aluminium tonearm
With an arm-tube made from a single piece of aluminium and fixed headshell, the tonearm is both light and rigid. The more rigid a tonearm, the more precisely it tracks, meaning you get to hear every nuance of detail from your records. For ease of use, all the tonearm settings are factory-set, meaning this Project deck is ready to play, straight from the box.
Complete package – with Ortofon OM5E cartridge supplied
Part of the standard package includes a pre-fitted Ortofon OM5E cartridge. Highly regarded, this quality budget cartridge gives a smooth, detailed sound that’s at home with all types of music. As part of the Optimum Match (OM) range, the stylus is upgradable to 10, 20, 30 and 40 models, giving plenty of scope for future upgrading.
Electronic speed change
Another feature that makes the E1 Phono a great starter deck is the electronic speed control. Many decks in this class either have no speed control or a fiddly twin pulley system that means you manually have to move the belt from one pulley to another. With the E1 Phono, you get a simple switch that adjusts between 33 and 45 speeds at the click of a button. If you have a decent collection of singles and regularly switch speeds, electronic speed control makes all the difference to your user experience.
Choice of finishes
The simple, elegant styling gives the E1 Phono a timeless appeal. Available in black, white or walnut finishes, there’s a colour to suit your style. All models come with a removable dust lid.
Get into the groove, whatever your matching system, with the Pro-Ject E1 Phono turntable.
