Pro-Ject The Classic EVO Turntable w/Sumiko Amethyst - NEW

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Please see our unboxing and review video for full details:

This Classic EVO is new and complete and will ship in its original box for safe transport. 

This 'table was also fitted and calibrated with a brand new Sumiko Amethyst MM (Moving-Coil) cartridge.

We are an official Sumiko/Pro-Ject dealer and can upgrade to any current cartridge you like. Or you can also send in your own for our 12-step calibration and installation for an additional fee.

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More from Pro-Ject:
Designed to take the performance of the award-winning Classic Series to a new level, Pro-Ject’s ‘The Classic EVO’ adds advanced technology from our best turntables to an iconic, vintage-inspired design.

The two-piece plinth may bring back memories of turntables of yore, but make no mistake – under the hood it’s a thoroughly modern machine. Where suspended turntables of years past used fussy springs to reduce vibration,

The Classic EVO uses TPE bushings (thermoplastic elastomer) to isolate the motor and tonearm. The tonearm also got the royal treatment. The Classic EVO features a 9″ arm with the bearings used in our 9, 10 and 12cc Evolution tonearms for smooth, precise tracking of your records.

The platter (internally damped) and sub-platter are made from CNC-machined aluminum to provide more rotational mass resulting in impeccable vibration resistance and enhanced speed stability.

Features:
• Diamond cut precision alu sub-platter
• Improved sandwich subchassis
• Belt drive with electronic speed control 33/45 rpm
• Height adjustable decoupling feet
• Precision balanced TPE-damped aluminium-platter
• Metal/MDF sandwich chassis floating on TPE suspension
• 9” carbon/aluminium tonearm with MM & MC capability
• Inverted EVO bearing design
• Ring type arm bearing, massive and open to release resonance
• Fully adjustable azimuth and VTA
• TPE damped counterweight
• Classic wooden chassis in 2 satin finishes (walnut, eucalyptus)
• Dustcover included
• Handmade in Europe

Specifications
Nominal speeds:
33, 45, and 78 r.p.m.

Speed variance:
33: ± 0.13%
45: ± 0.12%

Wow and flutter:
33: ± 0.11%
45: ± 0.10%

Signal to noise:
71 dB

Effective tonearm mass:
13.5g

Effective tonearm length:
9” (230mm)

Overhang:
18mm

Power consumption:
5W / >0.5W standby mode

Outboard power supply:
15V / 0.8A DC

Dimensions:
13.82" x 18.19" x 5.16"

Weight:
23.15 lbs.

The SkyFi Testing Process for Turntables:

First we try to identify any mechanical issues, particularly in the tonearm bearings.  We check for freedom of movement or any resistance on both the horizontal and vertical range.  There is a quick test for this which involves placing the table on its front edge and allowing the arm to swing freely like a pendulum.  We then make any adjustments necessary to achieve minimal resistance and sometimes adjust the bearing pressure.  On gimbal tonearms we inspect the cone tip with a magnifier.  

We then asses the platter speed by using one of several methods, the most accuse is a playing a test tone on a test record and measuring the frequency out put with a frequency counter or oscilloscope.  We also utilize test equipment to measure the wow and flutter to ensure its within spec.  We do this for all speeds available for that particular model.  Adjustments are then made to achieve proper speed which will vary depending on table drive design.  Some require an adjustment of an internal or external potentiometer, some will require a pulley or motor adjustment.  We also inspect the platter bearing to ensure its properly lubricated keeping in mind that some don't require lubrication at all.

We then inspect the power supply and address any issues with overworked capacitors particularly on Linn and later Thorens machines which tend to need attention.  

On fully mechanical vintage tables like the Thorens TD124 and Garrard 301/401 we will go thought the entire mechanism, replace any worn parts and lubricate all components necessary to ensure smooth operation, speed change and low mechanical noise. 

When fitting a new cartridge we will go through our detailed calibration process which can involve as many as 12 steps depending on the arm design.  We perform this work on our custom turntable calibration rig which was developed in-house.  

Some of these steps include:

Pivot to spindle adjustment

Tracing force

Anti-skate

Tonearm height

Lifter height

VTA

Azimuth

Stylus Distance and Overhang

We then do a critical listening test using our test records and our test system to ensure proper sonics.