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Pro-Ject Debut EVO 2 Turntable

Pro-Ject Debut EVO 2 Turntable

Audio T Verdict

The Debut has been one of Pro-Ject's defining turntables for decades, and the EVO 2 shows how far the basic idea has evolved. It remains simple enough to be your first serious record player, but underneath that familiar rectangular plinth is a surprisingly sophisticated collection of parts: a one-piece carbon tonearm, CNC-machined aluminium bearing block, TPE-damped counterweight, suspended AC motor and a substantial 1.7kg anti-magnetic aluminium platter.

The supplied Pick it MM EVO is also much more than a cartridge included simply to get you started. Developed with Ortofon, it uses an elliptical stylus and split-pole technology, produces a healthy 7mV output and is properly matched to the lightweight carbon arm. Plug the turntable into a good MM phono stage and it is ready to perform straight out of the box.

What we particularly like is that Pro-Ject hasn't engineered the EVO 2 into a dead end. The cartridge can be changed, the phono cable is detachable, the platter is anti-magnetic for future MC use and the RCA output can form part of a Pro-Ject True Balanced setup when the appropriate cartridge, cable and balanced phono stage are added. It is an accessible turntable with a genuinely useful upgrade path.

Pro-Ject Debut EVO 2 Turntable

The Debut EVO 2 is the latest evolution of Pro-Ject's long-running Debut turntable concept, combining straightforward belt-drive operation with components and engineering normally associated with considerably more expensive record players.

It is hand-made in Europe and supplied with Pro-Ject's Pick it MM EVO Moving Magnet cartridge already mounted, making it a complete turntable package while retaining the adjustability and upgradeability expected from a proper separates Hi-Fi source.

  • Belt-drive turntable with electronic speed control
  • Electronic 33 and 45 RPM speed change
  • 8.6-inch one-piece carbon-fibre tonearm
  • CNC-machined aluminium tonearm bearing block
  • Low-friction precision tonearm bearings
  • Adaptive anti-skating system
  • Azimuth adjustment
  • TPE-damped counterweight
  • Pre-fitted Pick it MM EVO cartridge
  • 7mV cartridge output
  • Elliptical stylus
  • Replaceable stylus
  • 300mm die-cast aluminium platter
  • 1.7kg platter weight
  • Internal TPE platter damping ring
  • Anti-magnetic platter suitable for future MC cartridge use
  • High-precision stainless-steel main-bearing axle
  • Bronze main-bearing bushing
  • Suspended AC motor
  • DC/AC motor power generator
  • Removable Connect it Phono E RCA cable
  • Gold-plated RCA output sockets
  • Potential Pro-Ject True Balanced upgrade path
  • Three height-adjustable aluminium feet
  • TPE foot damping
  • MDF plinth
  • Acrylic dust cover included
  • Felt record mat included
  • 7-inch single adaptor included
  • Available in high-gloss, satin and real-wood finishes

The Next Generation of the Debut

The Debut EVO 2 keeps the clean, minimalist form that has made the Debut range so recognisable, but Pro-Ject has re-engineered several of the areas that have the greatest influence on record playback.

The major developments include:

  • A new Pick it MM EVO cartridge
  • A heavier TPE-damped aluminium platter
  • A new precision aluminium tonearm bearing assembly
  • A TPE-damped counterweight
  • Further-developed motor suspension
  • Integrated rear RCA and power connections
  • Height-adjustable damped metal feet

The result remains easy to understand and use, but provides a much more serious mechanical platform than its relatively simple appearance might suggest.

8.6-Inch One-Piece Carbon Tonearm

The Debut EVO 2 uses an 8.6-inch one-piece carbon-fibre tonearm.

The arm tube and headshell form one continuous structure rather than using a detachable headshell joint.

Carbon fibre combines high rigidity with low mass, allowing Pro-Ject to create an arm that resists unwanted flexing without adding unnecessary moving weight around the cartridge.

Why Tonearm Rigidity Matters

The stylus is tracing microscopic movements in the record groove. Ideally, those movements should occur between the stylus and record rather than being accompanied by flexing or resonance elsewhere in the tonearm structure.

A stiff one-piece arm provides a stable mechanical reference for the cartridge as it tracks the groove.

Precision Aluminium Tonearm Bearing Block

The carbon arm is mounted into a substantial CNC-machined aluminium bearing block.

This replaces the lightweight approach often found on more basic turntables with a rigid, precisely machined assembly designed to keep the arm bearings accurately located.

Pro-Ject uses low-friction bearings so the cartridge can follow the groove with as little unwanted resistance from the arm assembly as possible.

Adaptive Anti-Skating

As a pivoted tonearm plays a record, the geometry of the stylus and groove creates an inward skating force.

Anti-skating applies a compensating force to help maintain more even pressure against the two groove walls.

The Debut EVO 2 uses Pro-Ject's adaptive anti-skating arrangement, which takes account of the fact that skating force does not remain identical from the outer grooves to the inner grooves of a record.

Anti-Skating Is Adjustable

The supplied hanging anti-skating weight is positioned according to the tracking force used by the cartridge.

With the supplied Pick it MM EVO operating at its recommended 1.8g tracking force, Pro-Ject specifies the second anti-skating groove.

TPE-Damped Counterweight

The rear counterweight incorporates a ring of TPE, or thermoplastic elastomer.

Its purpose is to damp resonance within the tonearm/cartridge system rather than leaving the counterweight as an entirely rigid, undamped mass at the rear of the arm.

The supplied counterweight is suitable for cartridges weighing approximately 6 to 8.5g.

Adjustable Tracking Force

The Debut EVO 2 is not restricted to one permanently fixed cartridge.

Tracking force is adjusted using the calibrated counterweight, allowing the tonearm to be set correctly for the supplied cartridge or a suitable replacement.

Pro-Ject specifies 1.8g / 18mN for the included Pick it MM EVO.

Tracking Force Should Match the Cartridge

If you change cartridge, do not simply leave the counterweight at the Pick it MM EVO setting. Balance the arm and set the tracking force and anti-skating according to the replacement cartridge manufacturer's specification.

Azimuth Adjustment

The EVO 2 also allows azimuth adjustment.

Azimuth describes the rotational alignment of the cartridge and stylus when viewed from the front. The stylus should sit vertically in the groove so that it traces the left and right groove walls correctly.

A small screw at the tonearm bearing end allows the arm tube to be rotated slightly if correction is required.

Leave Fine Tonearm Adjustments to Someone Confident With Turntable Setup

Azimuth and cartridge alignment can have a significant effect on tracking and record wear. If you change cartridge or are unsure about the setup, your local Audio T store can correctly align and configure the turntable for you.

Pick it MM EVO Cartridge Included

The EVO 2 is supplied with Pro-Ject's Pick it MM EVO Moving Magnet cartridge, manufactured by Ortofon and voiced by Pro-Ject.

It is a substantial step beyond an anonymous starter cartridge and has been developed specifically to complement the mass and mechanical behaviour of the EVO 2 tonearm.

7mV Output

The Pick it MM EVO produces a relatively healthy 7mV output.

That makes it straightforward to partner with conventional Moving Magnet phono stages and helps provide a useful signal level before the significant gain required by the phono preamplifier.

Elliptical Stylus

The cartridge uses an elliptical stylus with an 8 x 18µm tip specification.

An elliptical profile is shaped differently in the horizontal and vertical planes, allowing the stylus to follow groove modulation more precisely than a basic spherical tip.

Replaceable Stylus

The stylus assembly is replaceable.

That means ordinary stylus wear does not require replacement of the complete cartridge body.

Pro-Ject supplies the appropriate replacement as the Stylus MM EVO.

Split-Pole Technology

The cartridge incorporates split-pole technology developed by Ortofon.

Pro-Ject uses this to achieve a flatter frequency response than would traditionally be expected from many conventional Moving Magnet designs.

Pick it MM EVO Technical Data

  • Principle: Moving Magnet
  • Output: 7mV
  • Frequency response: 20Hz - 20kHz, +3/-1dB
  • Channel separation: 22dB at 1kHz
  • Trackability: 70µm at 315Hz
  • Stylus: Elliptical
  • Stylus radius: 8 x 18µm
  • Tracking-force range: 1.6 - 2.0g
  • Recommended tracking force: 1.8g
  • Tracking angle: 20 degrees
  • Recommended load resistance: 47kOhm
  • Recommended load capacitance: 150 - 300pF
  • Cartridge weight: 7.2g

Which Phono Stage Do I Need?

The supplied cartridge requires a Moving Magnet phono input.

Pro-Ject gives the following setup as a useful starting point for the EVO 2 and Pick it MM EVO combination:

  • Input impedance: 47kOhm
  • Input capacitance: approximately 150pF
  • Gain: approximately 40dB

The cartridge itself is specified for a recommended load capacitance between 150 and 300pF.

Don't Have Adjustable Phono Settings?

That is not necessarily a problem. Most conventional MM phono inputs use broadly suitable loading. If your phono stage provides adjustable capacitance and gain, however, the manufacturer's figures give you a useful starting point for optimisation.

No Built-In Phono Stage

The Debut EVO 2 is a traditional turntable and does not contain an internal phono preamplifier.

It therefore needs either:

  • An amplifier with a suitable MM phono input
  • A separate MM phono stage connected to a normal line input

Do Not Connect the Turntable Straight to an Ordinary AUX or CD Input

The cartridge produces a phono-level signal which is much lower than a conventional line-level source and also requires RIAA equalisation. If your amplifier does not contain a phono stage, add a suitable external one between the turntable and amplifier.

1.7kg Aluminium Platter

One of the EVO 2's major upgrades is its substantial 1.7kg die-cast aluminium platter.

After casting, the platter is reworked and precision balanced before assembly.

Its relatively high rotating mass contributes to rotational stability and gives the record a solid mechanical platform.

TPE Platter Damping

A ring of thermoplastic elastomer is fitted to the underside of the platter.

Rather than allowing the aluminium structure to ring freely, the TPE is intended to absorb unwanted resonant energy.

This combination gives the EVO 2 the useful mass of a metal platter while deliberately addressing the resonance behaviour associated with an undamped metal structure.

Anti-Magnetic Platter

The aluminium platter is also anti-magnetic.

This is particularly useful if you later change from the supplied Moving Magnet cartridge to a Moving Coil design, as there is no ferrous steel platter beneath the cartridge creating an unwanted magnetic interaction.

300mm Platter

The platter measures 300mm in diameter, providing a full-size platform for an LP.

A felt mat is supplied for normal record playback.

Label Recess

The platter includes a recess around the record-label area.

This is particularly useful when using Pro-Ject's optional Record Puck E because the record can be pressed more evenly against the platter surface rather than being supported primarily by a raised centre label.

High-Precision Main Bearing

The platter rotates on a stainless-steel axle inside a bronze bushing.

The main bearing establishes the rotational axis of the platter, making its precision and long-term stability fundamental to turntable performance.

Precision Belt Drive

The motor drives the sub-platter through a belt rather than being mechanically connected directly to the record platter.

The belt provides useful mechanical isolation between the rotating motor and the platter assembly, reducing the direct transmission of motor vibration towards the stylus.

Suspended AC Motor

The EVO 2 uses a high-quality AC motor mounted in a dedicated suspension system.

Its mechanical isolation reduces the amount of motor vibration reaching the MDF plinth, main bearing, tonearm and cartridge.

DC/AC Power Generator

Although the turntable receives DC from its external power supply, Pro-Ject uses an internal DC/AC power generator to create the motor's operating waveform.

This means the motor is not simply dependent on the frequency and quality of the incoming household mains supply.

The electronic generator produces a controlled sine wave for the AC motor, helping maintain more stable platter speed.

Electronic 33 and 45 RPM Speed Control

Normal speed changing is entirely electronic.

A discreet three-position rocker switch beneath the plinth provides:

  • 33? RPM
  • Off
  • 45 RPM

There is no need to remove the platter and manually move the belt between motor-pulley steps each time you change between an LP and a 45.

What About 78 RPM?

Pro-Ject's current dedicated Debut EVO 2 product specification and user manual specify electronic 33 and 45 RPM operation. Audio T therefore lists 33 and 45 RPM as the manufacturer-supported standard speeds for the current model rather than promising an additional speed configuration that is not included in the current dedicated specification.

Wow and Flutter

Pro-Ject publishes the following wow-and-flutter figures:

  • 33 RPM: ±0.16%
  • 45 RPM: ±0.14%

Wow and flutter describe short-term variations in rotational speed that can alter musical pitch.

Speed Drift

Published speed-drift figures are:

  • 33 RPM: ±0.40%
  • 45 RPM: ±0.50%

These describe longer-term deviation from the nominal replay speed rather than the faster variations measured as wow and flutter.

68dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio

The turntable itself is specified at a 68dB signal-to-noise ratio.

Mechanical noise control is addressed throughout the EVO 2 through the motor suspension, belt drive, TPE platter damping, damped counterweight and decoupled adjustable feet.

Three Height-Adjustable Damped Feet

The plinth sits on three metal feet rather than four.

A three-point support cannot rock between opposing corners in the same way as four feet on a slightly uneven surface.

Each foot is height adjustable, allowing the turntable to be levelled accurately.

TPE Foot Decoupling

Each foot incorporates a TPE damping element between its aluminium sections.

This provides an additional layer of mechanical isolation between the turntable and the furniture or equipment platform supporting it.

Make Sure the Turntable Is Level

Use the adjustable feet and a suitable spirit level before finalising tracking force and cartridge setup. A turntable that is significantly out of level changes the forces acting on the tonearm as it moves across the record.

MDF Plinth

The main plinth is made from MDF, chosen for its relatively well-controlled resonance behaviour compared with hollow or lightweight plastic construction.

Pro-Ject machines the rear connection box and power socket into the plinth itself, reducing the number of protruding external assemblies and unnecessary hollow spaces.

Detachable RCA Phono Cable

Unlike a turntable with a permanently attached signal cable, the EVO 2 provides gold-plated RCA output sockets.

This is useful for three reasons:

  • A damaged cable can be replaced without rewiring the tonearm
  • Cable length can be changed to suit the installation
  • A different phono cable can be used as part of a future system upgrade

Connect it Phono E RCA Included

Pro-Ject includes its Connect it Phono E RCA cable.

It uses copper conductors and a semi-symmetrical shielding arrangement designed specifically for the low-level signals produced by a phono cartridge.

The cable's yellow-marked end should be connected to the receiving device, such as the phono stage or amplifier.

Upgradeable to Pro-Ject True Balanced

The detachable RCA output also gives the EVO 2 a future route into Pro-Ject's True Balanced phono ecosystem.

Moving-coil cartridges are naturally balanced signal generators, but the supplied Pick it MM EVO is a conventional Moving Magnet design and is not the cartridge to use for a True Balanced configuration.

To take that upgrade route, Pro-Ject specifies fitting either:

  • A suitable Moving Coil cartridge
  • Pro-Ject's Pick it PRO Balanced cartridge

You then use an appropriate Pro-Ject True Balanced phono cable and compatible balanced phono preamplifier.

The Supplied Pick it MM EVO Is Not a True Balanced Cartridge

The turntable is upgradeable for Pro-Ject True Balanced operation, but that requires an appropriate replacement cartridge plus the correct cable and balanced phono stage. Simply changing the RCA cable while retaining the standard Pick it MM EVO does not create a True Balanced phono connection.

A Turntable Designed to Grow With Your System

The EVO 2 provides several useful upgrade routes without making any of them compulsory.

Depending on your system and priorities, future options include:

  • Replacement MM cartridge
  • Moving Coil cartridge
  • Pick it PRO Balanced cartridge
  • Upgraded phono stage
  • Pro-Ject True Balanced phono connection
  • Alternative detachable phono cable
  • Debut aluminium sub-platter
  • Record Puck E
  • Alternative record mats
  • Pro-Ject Power Box power-supply options where compatible

Half-Inch Cartridge Mounting

The one-piece headshell accepts conventional cartridges using the standard half-inch mounting pattern.

A two-point cartridge alignment protractor is supplied to assist with correctly positioning a replacement cartridge.

Cartridge weight, compliance and phono-stage compatibility should still be checked before changing from the supplied Pick it MM EVO.

10g Effective Tonearm Mass

Pro-Ject's current live product specification gives the EVO 2 tonearm an effective mass of 10.0g.

This places it in a useful range for many modern Moving Magnet and suitable Moving Coil cartridges, although cartridge compliance should always be considered as part of the matching process.

218.5mm Effective Length

The tonearm has an effective length of 218.5mm with an 18.5mm overhang.

These dimensions determine the intended cartridge geometry and should be respected when fitting and aligning a replacement cartridge.

No Built-In Bluetooth or USB

The Debut EVO 2 is deliberately an analogue turntable.

It does not contain:

  • Bluetooth
  • USB recording
  • USB audio output
  • Network streaming
  • Built-in digital conversion

The signal from the cartridge remains analogue throughout the turntable itself.

No Automatic Start or Tonearm Return

The EVO 2 is a manual Hi-Fi turntable.

You place the record on the platter, select the correct speed, cue the tonearm onto the record and return it to its rest at the end of playback.

There is no automatic arm lift, return or record-changing mechanism.

Acrylic Dust Cover Included

A hinged clear acrylic dust cover is supplied as standard.

This protects the platter, tonearm and cartridge when the turntable is not in use.

Turntable Dimensions

The Debut EVO 2 measures:

  • Width: 415mm
  • Height: 113mm
  • Depth: 320mm

Make sure the supporting furniture leaves enough additional space at the rear for the RCA cable, grounding lead and power connection.

6kg Net Weight

The complete turntable weighs approximately 6kg.

A rigid and level support is strongly recommended, particularly if the turntable shares a room with loudspeakers capable of producing substantial low-frequency energy.

4W Power Consumption

Operating consumption is specified at 4W, with Pro-Ject publishing 0W standby consumption for the current model.

The supplied universal power supply provides 15V DC at 0.8A.

Ten Current Finish Options

Pro-Ject's current webshop lists a particularly broad choice of finishes:

  • High-Gloss Black
  • High-Gloss Red
  • High-Gloss White
  • Satin Black
  • Satin Blue
  • Satin Green
  • Satin Red
  • Satin White
  • Satin Yellow
  • Walnut real-wood veneer

The current Pro-Ject product page also presents the newer red satin finish as Satin Wine Red.

What Comes in the Box?

  • Debut EVO 2 turntable
  • Pre-fitted Pick it MM EVO cartridge
  • 1.7kg aluminium platter
  • Felt record mat
  • Dust cover
  • Counterweight
  • Anti-skating weight
  • Connect it Phono E RCA cable
  • Two-point cartridge alignment protractor
  • 1.5mm Allen key for azimuth adjustment
  • 7-inch single adaptor
  • 15V DC / 0.8A universal power supply

Who Is the Debut EVO 2 For?

The Debut EVO 2 makes particular sense if you:

  • Want your first serious manual turntable
  • Already have a good amplifier and speakers
  • Want a cartridge fitted and ready to set up
  • Want electronic 33/45 speed changing
  • Value a carbon-fibre tonearm
  • Want a substantial damped metal platter
  • Want to change or upgrade the cartridge later
  • May move to a Moving Coil cartridge in future
  • Want the possibility of Pro-Ject True Balanced phono operation later
  • Prefer a turntable without a built-in phono stage or digital electronics
  • Want a wide choice of finishes

Key Features

  • Pro-Ject Debut EVO 2
  • Manual belt-drive turntable
  • Electronic 33/45 RPM speed control
  • Suspended AC motor
  • DC/AC motor power generator
  • Precision belt drive
  • 300mm aluminium platter
  • 1.7kg platter weight
  • TPE platter damping ring
  • Anti-magnetic platter
  • Stainless-steel main-bearing axle
  • Bronze bearing bushing
  • 8.6-inch carbon tonearm
  • One-piece tonearm and headshell
  • 10g effective tonearm mass
  • 218.5mm effective length
  • 18.5mm overhang
  • CNC aluminium tonearm bearing block
  • Low-friction tonearm bearings
  • Adaptive anti-skating
  • Azimuth adjustment
  • TPE-damped counterweight
  • Pick it MM EVO cartridge
  • 7mV cartridge output
  • Elliptical stylus
  • Replaceable stylus
  • 1.8g recommended tracking force
  • 47kOhm recommended MM load
  • 150 - 300pF recommended cartridge capacitance
  • Gold-plated RCA sockets
  • Detachable phono cable
  • Connect it Phono E RCA included
  • Potential True Balanced upgrade route
  • Three height-adjustable metal feet
  • TPE-damped feet
  • MDF plinth
  • Acrylic dust cover
  • Felt mat
  • 6kg net weight
  • Handmade in Europe

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Pro-Ject Debut EVO 2 current?

Yes. It remains an active model in Pro-Ject's current Debut Line.

Does it come with a cartridge?

Yes. The Pick it MM EVO Moving Magnet cartridge is supplied pre-mounted.

Who makes the Pick it MM EVO?

It is manufactured by Ortofon and voiced in collaboration with Pro-Ject.

What type of cartridge is it?

Moving Magnet.

What is the cartridge output?

7mV.

What stylus does it use?

An elliptical stylus with an 8 x 18µm tip specification.

Can I replace just the stylus?

Yes. Pro-Ject offers the Stylus MM EVO replacement.

What tracking force should I use?

1.8g is the manufacturer's recommendation for the supplied Pick it MM EVO.

What is the cartridge's tracking-force range?

1.6 to 2.0g.

What phono loading does Pro-Ject recommend?

The cartridge is designed for a 47kOhm MM input with 150 to 300pF capacitance. Pro-Ject recommends approximately 150pF and 40dB gain as a starting point for the supplied EVO 2 configuration.

Does the Debut EVO 2 have a built-in phono stage?

No. A suitable MM phono input or separate phono preamplifier is required.

Can I connect it directly to an AUX input?

Not unless a separate phono stage is placed between the turntable and that line-level input.

Does it have Bluetooth?

No.

Does it have USB?

No.

Is it automatic?

No. It is a fully manual Hi-Fi turntable.

Does the arm return automatically at the end of a record?

No.

What is the tonearm made from?

Carbon fibre.

How long is the tonearm?

Its effective length is 218.5mm, approximately 8.6 inches.

What is the current published effective tonearm mass?

Pro-Ject's current dedicated product specification gives 10.0g.

Can I adjust tracking force?

Yes.

Can I adjust anti-skating?

Yes. A hanging anti-skating weight and three-position stub are used.

Which anti-skating position is used with the supplied cartridge?

Pro-Ject specifies the second groove with the Pick it MM EVO set to its recommended 1.8g tracking force.

Can I adjust azimuth?

Yes. A small screw at the tonearm bearing end allows azimuth correction.

Can I change the cartridge?

Yes. The fixed headshell accepts suitable half-inch-mount cartridges. Cartridge weight, compliance and phono-stage requirements should be checked first.

Can I use a Moving Coil cartridge?

Yes, provided the cartridge is mechanically suitable for the tonearm and you use an appropriate MC phono stage. The anti-magnetic aluminium platter is specifically suitable for future MC use.

Can it be upgraded to Pro-Ject True Balanced?

Yes, with an appropriate MC cartridge or Pick it PRO Balanced, the correct True Balanced cable and a compatible balanced phono stage.

Does the supplied Pick it MM EVO work in True Balanced mode?

No. Pro-Ject specifies a suitable MC cartridge or Pick it PRO Balanced for that configuration.

Can I change the phono cable?

Yes. The turntable has gold-plated RCA output sockets rather than a permanently attached phono lead.

Which cable is supplied?

Pro-Ject Connect it Phono E RCA.

What speeds does the current Debut EVO 2 support?

Pro-Ject's current dedicated product page and user manual specify electronic 33 and 45 RPM operation.

How do I change between 33 and 45 RPM?

Using the electronic rocker switch underneath the plinth. There is no need to move the drive belt manually.

How heavy is the platter?

Approximately 1.7kg.

What is the platter made from?

Die-cast aluminium with an internal TPE damping ring.

Is the platter magnetic?

No. Pro-Ject specifically describes it as anti-magnetic.

Why does that matter?

It prevents the main platter from creating an unwanted magnetic interaction with a Moving Coil cartridge if the turntable is upgraded later.

What is the main bearing made from?

A high-precision stainless-steel axle runs in a bronze bushing.

What type of motor does it use?

A suspended AC motor driven by Pro-Ject's DC/AC power-generation system.

Can the turntable be levelled?

Yes. All three feet are height adjustable.

Are the feet damped?

Yes. They incorporate TPE decoupling between aluminium sections.

Is a dust cover included?

Yes. A hinged acrylic dust cover is supplied.

Is a record mat included?

Yes. A felt mat is supplied.

Is a 7-inch adaptor included?

Yes.

What is the signal-to-noise ratio?

68dB.

What are the wow-and-flutter figures?

±0.16% at 33 RPM and ±0.14% at 45 RPM.

What are the published speed-drift figures?

±0.40% at 33 RPM and ±0.50% at 45 RPM.

How large is the Debut EVO 2?

415mm wide, 113mm high and 320mm deep.

How much does it weigh?

6kg net.

How much power does it use?

4W in operation, with Pro-Ject specifying 0W standby consumption.

What power supply is included?

A universal 15V DC / 0.8A supply.

Where is it made?

Pro-Ject specifies that the Debut EVO 2 is handmade in Europe.

Which finishes are available?

The current range includes High-Gloss Black, High-Gloss Red, High-Gloss White, Satin Black, Satin Blue, Satin Green, Satin Red, Satin White, Satin Yellow and Walnut real-wood veneer.

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Why Buy the Pro-Ject Debut EVO 2 From Audio T?

A turntable is one of the few Hi-Fi components where physical setup is inseparable from performance. Tracking force, anti-skating, cartridge alignment, turntable level, phono-stage loading and the surface supporting the deck can all have a genuine effect on what reaches your speakers.

Audio T can demonstrate the Debut EVO 2, make sure the supplied Pick it MM EVO is correctly set up and help you choose an appropriate phono stage. If you upgrade the cartridge later, we can also check compatibility, fit and align the replacement and configure the phono stage to suit it.

  • In-store demonstrations
  • Turntable setup
  • Tracking-force adjustment
  • Anti-skating setup
  • Cartridge alignment
  • Azimuth checks
  • Turntable levelling
  • MM phono-stage matching
  • Phono capacitance and gain guidance
  • Replacement cartridge advice
  • Moving Coil upgrade guidance
  • True Balanced upgrade advice
  • Phono cable selection
  • Turntable support and isolation advice
  • Record care and stylus maintenance guidance
  • Ongoing after-sales support

Contact your local Audio T store to arrange a demonstration or discuss the best phono-stage and cartridge options for the Pro-Ject Debut EVO 2.

General

  • Product: Pro-Ject Debut EVO 2
  • Product type: Manual Turntable
  • Drive principle: Belt drive with electronic speed control
  • Speeds: 33? / 45 RPM
  • Speed change: Electronic
  • Motor: Suspended AC motor
  • Motor control: DC/AC power generator
  • Plinth: MDF
  • Phono preamplifier: Not built in
  • Bluetooth: No
  • USB: No
  • Operation: Manual
  • Made in: Europe

Speed Performance

  • Wow and flutter at 33 RPM: ±0.16%
  • Wow and flutter at 45 RPM: ±0.14%
  • Speed drift at 33 RPM: ±0.40%
  • Speed drift at 45 RPM: ±0.50%
  • Signal-to-noise ratio: 68dB

Platter

  • Diameter: 300mm
  • Material: Die-cast aluminium
  • Weight: Approximately 1.7kg
  • Damping: Internal TPE damping ring
  • Magnetic behaviour: Anti-magnetic
  • Record-label recess: Yes
  • Mat: Felt mat supplied

Main Bearing

  • Axle: High-precision stainless steel
  • Bushing: Bronze

Tonearm

  • Type: One-piece carbon-fibre tonearm and headshell
  • Length: 8.6 inches
  • Effective length: 218.5mm
  • Effective mass: 10.0g, current dedicated product specification
  • Overhang: 18.5mm
  • Bearing block: CNC-machined aluminium
  • Bearings: Low-friction precision bearings
  • Anti-skating: Adjustable adaptive hanging-weight system
  • Azimuth adjustment: Yes
  • Tracking-force adjustment: Yes
  • Counterweight damping: TPE
  • Supplied counterweight cartridge range: Approximately 6 - 8.5g
  • Cartridge mounting: Standard half-inch mounting

Supplied Cartridge

  • Model: Pro-Ject Pick it MM EVO
  • Manufacturer: Manufactured by Ortofon, voiced in collaboration with Pro-Ject
  • Principle: Moving Magnet
  • Output voltage: 7mV
  • Frequency response: 20Hz - 20kHz, +3/-1dB
  • Channel separation: 22dB at 1kHz
  • Trackability: 70µm at 315Hz, lateral
  • Stylus: Elliptical
  • Stylus tip radius: 8 x 18µm
  • Tracking-force range: 1.6 - 2.0g
  • Recommended tracking force: 1.8g / 18mN
  • Tracking angle: 20 degrees
  • Recommended load resistance: 47kOhm
  • Recommended load capacitance: 150 - 300pF
  • Cartridge weight: 7.2g
  • Stylus replaceable: Yes
  • Replacement stylus: Stylus MM EVO

Recommended Phono Setup

  • Phono type: Moving Magnet
  • Recommended input impedance: 47kOhm
  • Recommended starting capacitance for supplied setup: Approximately 150pF
  • Cartridge capacitance range: 150 - 300pF
  • Recommended starting gain: Approximately 40dB

Anti-Skating Setup With Pick it MM EVO

  • Tracking force: 18mN / 1.8g
  • Recommended anti-skating position: Second groove on anti-skating stub

Audio Connections

  • Output: Stereo RCA phono
  • RCA sockets: Gold plated
  • Earth connection: Yes
  • Signal cable: Detachable
  • Supplied cable: Pro-Ject Connect it Phono E RCA
  • Cable construction: Semi-symmetrical
  • True Balanced upgrade potential: Yes, with suitable cartridge, cable and balanced phono stage

True Balanced Requirements

  • Supplied Pick it MM EVO: Conventional MM operation
  • Suitable future cartridge: Compatible Moving Coil cartridge or Pick it PRO Balanced
  • Additional requirement: Appropriate Pro-Ject True Balanced cable
  • Phono stage requirement: Compatible balanced phono preamplifier

Feet and Isolation

  • Number of feet: 3
  • Construction: Aluminium with TPE damping
  • Height adjustable: Yes
  • Purpose: Levelling, stability and mechanical decoupling

Power

  • Power supply: 15V DC / 0.8A universal supply
  • Power consumption: 4W
  • Standby consumption: 0W

Dimensions and Weight

  • Width: 415mm
  • Height: 113mm
  • Depth: 320mm
  • Net weight: 6kg

Current Finish Options

  • High-Gloss Black
  • High-Gloss Red
  • High-Gloss White
  • Satin Black
  • Satin Blue
  • Satin Green
  • Satin Red
  • Satin White
  • Satin Yellow
  • Walnut real-wood veneer

Included Accessories

  • Pre-fitted Pick it MM EVO cartridge
  • Connect it Phono E RCA cable
  • Felt record mat
  • Acrylic dust cover
  • Counterweight
  • Anti-skating weight
  • Two-point cartridge alignment protractor
  • 1.5mm Allen key for azimuth adjustment
  • 7-inch single adaptor
  • 15V DC / 0.8A universal power supply