Like the Old Burger King Ad, Pro-Ject Says "Special Orders Don't Upset Us"
in fact the only way to get the Classic Reference turntable is to special order it
Mistelbach, Austria – October 28th, 2024 – Pro-Ject Audio Systems introduces The Classic Reference turntable. Consider it a supremely upgraded Classic EVO or an enhanced version of the VPO (Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra) 175 limited edition turntable, The Classic Reference merges aesthetic appeal with the latest and greatest hi-fi implements by Pro-Ject.
For this latest innovation, the brand used the EVO 9 AS HG tonearm. High-precision ABEC 7 bearings are housed in a massive aluminum gimbal for frictionless, resonance-free operation. An internally-damped S-shaped aluminum armtube makes way for a removable headshell so that cartridge enthusiasts are empowered to swap transducers to their liking. The high-mass aluminum alloy record platter is damped with TPE (Thermoplastic Elastomer), eliminating unwanted resonance. The Clamp it record clamp and Leather it record mat are included in-purchase for additional resonance control.
The tonearm is mounted to a massive aluminum alloy top-plate supported by TPE pods sandwiched between it and the MDF plinth. The record platter rotates on an aluminum sub-platter which is belt-driven by the AC motor. The AC motor is fed steady, clean power by Pro-Ject’s own DC/AC generator which decouples the turntable from the AC mains. Balanced, full-sized XLR outputs are now onboard! This means you have the option of connecting The Classic Reference to any phono stage with corresponding inputs. RCA/ground, of course, remains onboard as well and is ready for use with the supplied Connect it Phono E cable set.
The Classic Reference is available for special order only. Select between silver with a gloss black plinth ($5,999) or brass with an Acacia plinth ($6,999).
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The Classic Reference Features:
- High-end 9″ S-shaped tonearm (EVO 9 AS HG) - Removable headshell for simple cartridge swapping - Balanced XLR & single-ended RCA outputs - Low-friction zircon pin-point cardan bearings - Electronic speed control (33, 45/78rpm) - Fully adjustable azimuth & VTA - TPE-decouple aluminum top over MDF plinth - Precision-balanced TPE-damped aluminum platter - TPE-damped counterweight - Clamp it record clamp included - Leather it turntable mat included - Height adjustable decoupling feet - Handmade in Europe | Technical Specifications: - Speed: 33, 45(78)rpm (electronic speed change) - Drive principle: belt drive - Platter: 300mm aluminum with TPE damping ring - Mains bearing: stainless steel - Wow & flutter: 0.03% (33rpm), ±0.04% (45rpm) - Speed variance: ±0.08% (33rpm), ±0.10% (45rpm) - Signal to noise: 73dB - Tonearm: EVO 9 AS HG - Effective arm length: 230mm - Effective arm mass: 24.2g - Overhang: 18mm - Included accessories: 15V DC / 0.8A power supply, dust cover, Leather it, Clamp it - Dimensions (WxHxD): 462 x 138 x 335mm (closed cover) - Dimensions (standard): 18.19 x 5.43 x 13.19″ |
