Pro-Ject Debut PRO B | Balanced Audiophile Turntable

Debut PRO B, Pro-Ject’s 30 year Anniversary turntable, Blends Precision with Style

• Pre-adjusted Pick it PRO Balanced MM cartridge
• Mini XLR balanced phono output
• One piece carbon/aluminum tonearm and precision aluminum platter
• Handmade in Europe
• 8-coat hand-painted satin black MDF chassis
• 30 year Anniversary turntable

Enhanced + Balanced

Pro-Ject’s Debut PRO B enhances the design of the Debut PRO turntable with a balanced mini XLR output and balanced MM phono cartridge (the first of its kind!) For balanced operation, you only need a mini XLR cable to connect the turntable to a Phono Box S3 B, Phono Box DS3 B, or Tube Box DS3 B balanced phono preamp.

Hybrid Armtube

The Debut PRO B features a one-piece armtube precision-machined from Aluminum and wrapped in Carbon Fiber. The Carbon layer increases rigidity while the inner Aluminum tube lends additional mass and damping.

This super-stiff, uniquely-damped tonearm construction ensures meticulously accurate tracking of the record groove.

Pick it PRO Balanced

The Pro-Ject Pick it PRO Balanced cartridge allows for “True Balanced” signal transmission. A revised version of the Pick it PRO, it re-routes the grounding so that it sends a symmetrical signal. The big advantage of a balanced connection is its ability to remove accrued noise and interference from the transmission line.

Additionally, Project’s “True Balanced” cable range offers several options for connecting your Debut PRO B to their Phono Box S3 B, Phono Box DS3 B or Tube Box DS3 B phono stages.

Adjustable VTA & Azimuth

Debut PRO B’s tonearm allows for adjustment of both azimuth and vertical tracking angle (VTA). The tonearm height can be continuously adjusted by loosening the two grub screws at the rear of the collar (and re-tightening them when desired height is reached!).

This flexibility gives you the option of adapting the tonearm height should you want to explore various record mats and/or phono cartridges.

Nickel-Plated Aluminum Parts

The nickel finish of the aluminum components results in harder, less resonant surfaces that look great. This process enables us to produce very high-quality and sustainable components. Pro-Ject avoids plastics and similarly “cheap” materials as much as possible.

The precision-CNC-machined components are aesthetically matched, and culminate in Debut PRO B’s simple, modern and elegant visual appeal.

Electronic Speed Change & Regulation

Platter speed is controlled electronically with the utmost precision and stability. Easily change between 33 and 45rpm with the toggle switch. With the supplied round belt for 78rpm, you can also enjoy shellac discs.

To prevent motor vibration from reaching the cartridge, Debut PRO B uses the latest motor suspension responsible for excellent decoupling of the motor from the plinth.

TPE-Damped Die-Cast Platter

The die-cast aluminum platter is precision balanced with additional machining after casting. This facilitates perfect platter rotation while playing records.

The heavy aluminum platter also adds TPE a (thermoplastic elastomer) damping ring and corresponding cutout on the underside, muting any resonance created by the metal record platter and contributing to the flywheel effect.

High-Quality RCA/Ground Cables

Cables cannot add any information back to a given signal, rather, they’re responsible for allowing as much musical information as possible through to the receiving device. This is why Pro-Ject includes their Connect it Phono E RCA cable. Optimized for phono applications, they’ve implemented quality metals and careful configuration to ensure lossless signal transmission.

Sophisticated DC/AC Power Generator

Pro-Ject’s turntables use switch-mode power supplies for good reason. They take the unrefined AC power from your wall and convert it to DC. That DC power is then fed to DC/AC generator within the turntable, which in turn powers the AC motor.

The advantage is that a completely new sine wave is created by the generator, fully decoupling your turntable from the dirty AC power coming from your outlet. This amounts to steady power being fed to the motor thereby enhancing speed stability.

Two Upgrades in One Box

Clean & stable power is critical for phono setups. The included power supply is a great starting point but you can take it further.

Power Box S3 Phono provides power for the Debut PRO B (15V) as well as your Pro-Ject phono stage (18V). Its two outputs are specifically engineered to power Pro-Ject turntables and phono preamps simultaneously. The sophisticated DC filtration can have a dramatic impact on overall sound quality.

In addition to the sonic improvements, Power Box S3 Phono also offers users a cleaner cable solution (only one wall-wart needed for the PSU).

Specifications

General

• Weight: 13.23 lbs
• Dimensions: 16.34″ × 4.45″ x 12.6″ (sans cover)
• Debut PRO B User Manual
• Pro-Ject 2 Year Warranty

Turntable

• Speed: 33, 45/(78) (electronic speed change)
• Drive principle: belt-drive w/ electronic speed control
• Platter: 300mm, die-cast aluminum platter with TPE damping and felt mat
• Platter bearing: high-precision stainless steel axle in bronze bushing
• Wow & flutter: 33: +/-0.16% | 45: +/-0.14%
• Speed drift: 33: +/-0.40% | 45: +/-0.50%
• Signal to noise: 68dB
• Tonearm: 8.6” one-piece carbon/aluminum tonearm
• Effective arm length/mass: 218.5mm / 10g
• Overhang: 18.5mm
• Output: XLR / Phono out

Cartridge

• Style: True Balanced moving magnet
• Frequency response: 20-20000 Hz +/-2dB
• Channel separation: 22dB/1kHz
• Output voltage: 4mV
• Recommended load impedance: 47kΩ (MM input)
• Stylus type: Elliptical
• Recommended tracking force: 2.0 g mN
• Weight: 7.2g

In the Box

• 15V DC / 0.8A power supply
• Dustcover
• 78rpm round belt
• 7″ single adapter