LAB POINTS
- mid tier / entry level audiophile turntable, a step up from Pro-Ject T1 w/ improved build feature set
- includes pre-mounted Sumiko Rainier cartridge ($179 when purchased separately), can be easily upgraded with any Oyster series stylus
- electronic speed change button switches between 33/45 RPM
- heavy glass platter solid machined plinth (base) designed with no resonant hollow spaces to minimize unwanted vibration
- improved one-piece aluminum tonearm w/ integrated headshell spring-based anti-skating mechanism (no hanging weight)
- vibration-absorbing isolation feet
- handmade in Europe
- includes dustcover w/ adjustable hinges felt platter mat
"The T2 sensibly enhances the critically acclaimed formula, introducing many new sound-enhancing features. The T2 also introduces improvements plinth and platter mass (making it more resistant to vibrations), and an upgraded tonearm with new integrated anti-skating, longer arm length, and new dampened counterweight." - TTL
COMPARISON T1 vs. T2
- T2 has larger / heavier plinth (overall weight 12.1 lbs vs. 8.4 lbs)
- T2 has longer tonearm for improved tracking (9" vs. 8.6")
- T2 has a better cartridge
- T2 has thicker / heavier glass platter
- T2 W T2 Super Phono models have better phono preamp (Phono Box S2 vs. Phono Box MM)
- T2 has adjustable anti-skate control (T1 has fixed anti-skate)
TECH SPECS
- belt drive turntable, manual operation
- speed: 33/45rpm (electronic speed change)
- speed variance 33: 0,6% 45: 0,5%
- wow & flutter 33: 0,19% 45: 0,17%
- signal to noise: 67dB
- platter: heavy 10mm thick, 1,7kg heavy glass platter w/ felt mat
- main bearing: stainless steel/brass
- tonearm: 9"aluminum / effective arm length:230 mm
- dimensions: 18.25(L) x 13.25(D) x 5.25"(H)
- weight: 12.13 lbs / 5.5 kg
COMES WITH
- pre-mountedSumiko Rainier cartridge
- felt platter mat
- dustcover
- 45 adaptor
- power supply
- phono RCA cable
