{"product_id":"pro-ject-x1-b-turntable-with-2m-blue-cartridge","title":"Pro-Ject X1 B Turntable with 2M Blue Cartridge","description":"\u003ch1\u003ePro-Ject X1 B Turntable with 2M Blue Cartridge\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLOW STOCK.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrue Balanced\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe X1 B utilises Pro-Ject's True Balanced connection to deliver music that's defined by incredible clarity and free of noise and distortion. When mounted with a moving coil cartridge and equipped with a 5-pin mini XLR cable, and connected to a Pro-Ject 'True Balanced' phono stage, the X1 B serves up thrillingly pure and precise analogue audio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBalanced audio connections are widely recognised in professional settings, such as recording studios and live concerts, due to their crucial role in providing stable and interference-free signals for heavily amplified signals. Similarly, when connecting your turntable to the phono preamplifier, it is essential to maintain a noiseless connection. One of the significant benefits of balanced connections is their ability to eliminate noise and interference picked up during signal transmission. Moreover, cartridges are naturally balanced signal transducers, making the True Balanced approach particularly advantageous since it utilises the full potential of the cartridge's signal. In contrast, traditional single-ended RCA phono connections discard half of the signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"pro-ject x1 b turntable with pick it pro balanced preifitted melbourne hi fi\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0884\/4842\/files\/ScreenShot2023-08-09at1.33.15pm_600x600.png?v=1691552083\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Chassis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarting with the chassis, Pro-Ject have crafted the X1 from MDF, rather than standard particle boards resulting in a better sounding and feeling turntable. This chassis is then finished with 8 layers of painting and a hand-polished finish, designed to look good and remain looking good, especially when compared to the commonly used foil painting techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Motor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chassis houses a sophisticated DC\/AC generator board which, combined with the convenient speed control board, delivers clean and stable power to the quiet-running motor. For improved performance the motor is decoupled from the main plinth using a new motor suspension system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Sub-platter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the X1, the motor drives a new, heavy, non-resonant Acryl platter via a sub-platter drive system and a premium grade main bearing for liquid smooth rotation. This is the perfect platform on which to place your precious vinyl records, guaranteeing absolute reliability in its performance and sonic character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Tonearm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe X1 is also better than its predecessors thanks to the super-stiff, perfectly tempered Carbon\/Alu sandwich construction tonearm. This new 8.6” tonearm design is incredibly light and stiff, with improved resistance to external interference. Finished as one-piece, with a non-resonance-inducing headshell, the X1 tonearm can also be set for azimuth and VTA adjustment, offering the flexibility that so many people are asking for. The tonearm is then supplied with a TPE-damped counterweight, further reducing cartridge-tonearm resonances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features of Pro-Ject X1B:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue Balanced connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeed control with electronic speed switch, delivering the ultimate speed stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResonance free, 1.5 kg heavy acrylic platter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8.6” carbon\/alu sandwich tonearm with internal damping and TPE damped counterweight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully isolated motor for less vibration and noise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Cartridge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-xl font-medium\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrtofon Hi-Fi 2M Blue Moving Magnet Cartridge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2M Series of cartridges is designed for precise and accurate retrieval of the information in the record groove. Our philosophy is to play the record sound as accurate as possible, with minimal colouration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0884\/4842\/files\/X1-15-600x400.jpg?v=1566357407\" alt=\"pro-ject x1 b turntable with pick it pro balanced preifitted melbourne hi fi2\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eX1 B Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"specs core-specs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e33,45 (electronic speed change)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlatter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.5 kg heavy acrylic platter\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutputs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhono RCA \/ Mini XLR\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTonearm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8.6” carbon\/alu sandwich\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"specs full-specs\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-title\"\u003eFull Technical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrinciple\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBelt drive\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWow \u0026amp; Flutter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e33: 0.15% 45: 0.13%\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEffective arm length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e218.5 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEffective tonearm mass\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10.0g\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e415 x 125 x 335 mm (WxHxD)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeed variance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e33: 0.30% 45: 0.25%\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMain bearing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStainless steel\/brass\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverhang\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e18 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower consumption\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.0 watts max \/\u0026lt; 0.3 watt standby\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7 kg net \/ 9.5 kg gross weight\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pro-Ject","offers":[{"title":"Piano Black \/ 2M Blue","offer_id":67718497927469,"sku":"KIT-CM-X1BBLK-2MBLU-XXX-XXX","price":1599.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Satin Black \/ 2M Blue","offer_id":67718497960237,"sku":"KIT-CM-X1BSBL-2MBLU-XXX-XXX","price":1599.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"White \/ 2M Blue","offer_id":67718497993005,"sku":"KIT-CM-X1BWHT-2MBLU-XXX-XXX","price":1599.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Walnut \/ 2M Blue","offer_id":67718498025773,"sku":"KIT-CM-X1BWAL-2MBLU-XXX-XXX","price":1599.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0884\/4842\/files\/Untitled_-_22_June_2023_at_16.24.16_-_2026-10-27T213736.282.png?v=1793097503","url":"https:\/\/www.melbournehifi.com.au\/products\/pro-ject-x1-b-turntable-with-2m-blue-cartridge","provider":"Melbourne Hi Fi","version":"1.0","type":"link"}