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Project 1 XPRESSION CARBON UKX (Blue)
Turntable
Out of stock
£599
"Clearly one of the class leaders. Nothing else at this price digs up as much detail or delivers it with such precision." 'What Hi-Fi? Sound and Vision magazine.' 5-star review. Tested at £575.
A continuous development of the original
Back in the early 1990s, the first turntable produced by Pro-Ject was the Pro-Ject 1. Since then it has undergone continuous improvements to motor, chassis, platter and tone-arm to get to today's incarnation; the 1 Xpression Carbon UKX. The deck may be greatly enhanced in every area but it still holds true to the essentials that made the original such a hit.
Isolated motor unit
The 1 Xpression Carbon uses a combination of a new AC motor with a DC power supply. The DC supply is changed to AC via an AC generator underneath the turntable, giving a clean and stable power supply for superb speed consistency. As with the original 1, the motor is isolated from the plinth via two, Ortofon-designed, rubber grommets, so resonance doesn't transfer from the motor to the chassis.
Acrylic platter for precise sound
Swapping the platter of the standard model for a hugely improved acrylic one makes a big difference. The improvement in sound quality is marked with improved timing, cohesion of sound and superior detail, mainly because the platter material closely matches that of a vinyl record.
Carbon fibre tone-arm
The tone-arm is on the 1 Xpression is impressively engineered. The oversized outer ring is open to avoid resonance, yet rigid to provide a stable platform for the arm. A carbon-fibre tone-arm tube, being stiffer than steel, is especially rigid and has reduced resonance, all of which helps convey the music more accurately. Overall, music sounds tighter, punchier and more detailed.
Factory-fitted Ortofon 2M Silver cartridge
The final flourish to this turntable is the inclusion of an Ortofon 2M Silver cartridge. Based on the 2M Red but with silver spools for optimum signal generation, it's a fantastic bonus to have this bundled in with the turntable. With its tipped elliptical shaped stylus, it provides a balanced and distortion-free sound that's also kind to your records in terms of its low wear rate.
Available in special Midnight Blue finish, the 1 Xpression Carbon UKX both looks and sounds unique.
A continuous development of the original
Back in the early 1990s, the first turntable produced by Pro-Ject was the Pro-Ject 1. Since then it has undergone continuous improvements to motor, chassis, platter and tone-arm to get to today's incarnation; the 1 Xpression Carbon UKX. The deck may be greatly enhanced in every area but it still holds true to the essentials that made the original such a hit.
Isolated motor unit
The 1 Xpression Carbon uses a combination of a new AC motor with a DC power supply. The DC supply is changed to AC via an AC generator underneath the turntable, giving a clean and stable power supply for superb speed consistency. As with the original 1, the motor is isolated from the plinth via two, Ortofon-designed, rubber grommets, so resonance doesn't transfer from the motor to the chassis.
Acrylic platter for precise sound
Swapping the platter of the standard model for a hugely improved acrylic one makes a big difference. The improvement in sound quality is marked with improved timing, cohesion of sound and superior detail, mainly because the platter material closely matches that of a vinyl record.
Carbon fibre tone-arm
The tone-arm is on the 1 Xpression is impressively engineered. The oversized outer ring is open to avoid resonance, yet rigid to provide a stable platform for the arm. A carbon-fibre tone-arm tube, being stiffer than steel, is especially rigid and has reduced resonance, all of which helps convey the music more accurately. Overall, music sounds tighter, punchier and more detailed.
Factory-fitted Ortofon 2M Silver cartridge
The final flourish to this turntable is the inclusion of an Ortofon 2M Silver cartridge. Based on the 2M Red but with silver spools for optimum signal generation, it's a fantastic bonus to have this bundled in with the turntable. With its tipped elliptical shaped stylus, it provides a balanced and distortion-free sound that's also kind to your records in terms of its low wear rate.
Available in special Midnight Blue finish, the 1 Xpression Carbon UKX both looks and sounds unique.
6 Year Guarantee included
Our VIP club is completely FREE for ALL customers and comprises a fantastic set of privileges. Sign up instantly in-store or online
What you get
Full parts and labour cover
If your unit goes wrong we'll fix it . No quibbles and no fuss . (Excludes projector bulbs)
Like for like machine replacement if unit is unrepairable
If, for any reason, we are unable to repair your unit, we'll replace it . Naturally, models do change, so while we can't guarantee that it will be the same model, we do guarantee that it will have equivalent specifications
Full parts and labour cover
If your unit goes wrong we'll fix it . No quibbles and no fuss . (Excludes projector bulbs)
Like for like machine replacement if unit is unrepairable
If, for any reason, we are unable to repair your unit, we'll replace it . Naturally, models do change, so while we can't guarantee that it will be the same model, we do guarantee that it will have equivalent specifications
Buy now, pay later available
on purchases over £500
We offer 6 month interest free options. Call or ask in-store for details
For purchases over £500, pay a 10% deposit now and the balance in 6 months. Pay the balance in full before the end of the 6 months and there is no interest to pay whatsoever, just a one-off settlement fee of £29. Find out more
Disabled assistance
Richer Sounds are happy to offer FREE delivery* on the vast majority of our products to blind, partially sighted and disabled customers. (*see our delivery page for T&Cs.)
Please place orders online, then contact webaftersales@richersounds.com who will advise on how to arrange the refund of your delivery charge.
A continuous development of the original
Back in the early 1990s, the first turntable produced by Pro-Ject was the Pro-Ject 1. Since then it has undergone continuous improvements to motor, chassis, platter and tone-arm to get to today's incarnation; the 1 Xpression Carbon UKX. The deck may be greatly enhanced in every area but it still holds true to the essentials that made the original such a hit.
Isolated motor unit
The 1 Xpression Carbon uses a combination of a new AC motor with a DC power supply. The DC supply is changed to AC via an AC generator underneath the turntable, giving a clean and stable power supply for superb speed consistency. As with the original 1, the motor is isolated from the plinth via two, Ortofon-designed, rubber grommets, so resonance doesn't transfer from the motor to the chassis.
Acrylic platter for precise sound
Swapping the platter of the standard model for a hugely improved acrylic one makes a big difference. The improvement in sound quality is marked with improved timing, cohesion of sound and superior detail, mainly because the platter material closely matches that of a vinyl record.
Carbon fibre tone-arm
The tone-arm is on the 1 Xpression is impressively engineered. The oversized outer ring is open to avoid resonance, yet rigid to provide a stable platform for the arm. A carbon-fibre tone-arm tube, being stiffer than steel, is especially rigid and has reduced resonance, all of which helps convey the music more accurately. Overall, music sounds tighter, punchier and more detailed.
Factory-fitted Ortofon 2M Silver cartridge
The final flourish to this turntable is the inclusion of an Ortofon 2M Silver cartridge. Based on the 2M Red but with silver spools for optimum signal generation, it's a fantastic bonus to have this bundled in with the turntable. With its tipped elliptical shaped stylus, it provides a balanced and distortion-free sound that's also kind to your records in terms of its low wear rate.
Available in special Midnight Blue finish, the 1 Xpression Carbon UKX both looks and sounds unique.
Auto/Manual
manual
Belt Drive/Direct Drive
belt_drive
Carbon Fibre Tonearm
Yes
Cartridge Included?
Yes - MM
Dimensions WxDxH (mm)
415 x 335 x 130
Power Consumption- Normal Use
4
Replacement Stylus Code
Silver 2M
Speeds
33 / 45
USB Output
No
Weight (KG)
5.5
Brand
Project
Colour
Blue
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Andy S from
Revelation
Was impressed with the What HiFi review and actually stepped down a price bracket - so glad I did. The detail I now get on my old vinyl records is like hearing them for the first time, and it does full justice to new vinyl. Truly extraordinary. Hard to find fault with this turntable.
Date published: 2017-10-02
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Eduardo from
Certainly looks the part and a huge climb up from my 80's system!
Was dispatched incredibly quickly by Richer Sounds with a competitor stating they were out of stock! Kept in touch throughout the delivering process. Very impressive.Delighted with the turntable and is as good as stated by What Hi-Fi and Sound and Vision Magazine. Worth every penny
Date published: 2015-08-28
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Smacsor from
Great deck but poorly set up by factory
Make no mistake these are great decks but can be let down by poor quality control at the factory. I originally bought a Debut Carbon which had awful mains hum due to poor arm earthing. Also the azimuth was poorly adjusted by the factory so I had to redo that myself. I couldn't live with the hum so exchanged it for the Xpression 1 Carbon. No hum but this time the arm height was badly set so again I ended up setting it up myself. Also the stylus guard was missing so I have had to write to Henley Designs to request one. So a recommendation from me with a warning that you should be prepared to tweak it yourself to get the best out of it as the factory setup is poor. Once it's right the sound quality is stunning for the price.
Date published: 2015-07-15
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Peter1 from
Great sound
I was assisted by Ian with my purchase who was friendly, helpful and knowledgeable.
I am very pleased with this deck and it was delivered as promised only a couple of days after I ordered it.
I would recommend the deck for performance and value and would also recommend Richer Sounds as it is a much better experience shopping with them rather than someone like Amazon which is so impersonal.
Date published: 2015-03-14
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Davemac from
you must hear this turntable
I bought this turntable recently to add to my hi fi system which is an Arcam A19 amp, Arcam CD17 and Monitor Audio BX5. This is an amazing turntable that must be heard.I just love the detail and clarity that I am getting. I have listened to the entire Little Feat album "Sailin' Shoes on vinyl and truly I am more than happy with the result. This is a great music maker, I have made a good choice buying this and I know I will relish the listening sessions in the coming years from this fantastic turntable.
Date published: 2015-01-14
£599
Project 1 XPRESSION CARBON UKX (Blue) is rated
out of
5 by
5.
6 Year Guarantee included
Our VIP club is completely FREE for ALL customers and comprises a fantastic set of privileges. Sign up instantly in-store or online
What you get
Full parts and labour cover
If your unit goes wrong we'll fix it . No quibbles and no fuss . (Excludes projector bulbs)
Like for like machine replacement if unit is unrepairable
If, for any reason, we are unable to repair your unit, we'll replace it . Naturally, models do change, so while we can't guarantee that it will be the same model, we do guarantee that it will have equivalent specifications
Full parts and labour cover
If your unit goes wrong we'll fix it . No quibbles and no fuss . (Excludes projector bulbs)
Like for like machine replacement if unit is unrepairable
If, for any reason, we are unable to repair your unit, we'll replace it . Naturally, models do change, so while we can't guarantee that it will be the same model, we do guarantee that it will have equivalent specifications
Buy now, pay later available
on purchases over £500
We offer 6 month interest free options. Call or ask in-store for details
For purchases over £500, pay a 10% deposit now and the balance in 6 months. Pay the balance in full before the end of the 6 months and there is no interest to pay whatsoever, just a one-off settlement fee of £29. Find out more
Disabled assistance
Richer Sounds are happy to offer FREE delivery* on the vast majority of our products to blind, partially sighted and disabled customers. (*see our delivery page for T&Cs.)
Please place orders online, then contact webaftersales@richersounds.com who will advise on how to arrange the refund of your delivery charge.