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Pro-Ject Debut RecordMaster review

Manual operation. Priced at $769.

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Built-in pre-amp View more details.

Models with a built-in pre-amp can connect to any receiver via line-on, or directly into many speakers. Models without a pre-amp need to go via an external one or into a receivers phono port where available. Some models with a pre-amp give you the option to turn it on or off, depending on your needs. External pre-amps can deliver better sound quality.

Yes
Bluetooth input View more details.

Bluetooth input only. Gives you the option to stream audio from Bluetooth enabled devices such as smartphones, tablets and laptops.

No
Bluetooth output View more details.

Gives you the option to wirelessly connect the turntable to a Bluetooth speaker or receiver.

Not tested
AUX input
No
Tracking force adjustment View more details.

The weight at which the stylus sits on the record. Cartridges manufacturers provide a recommended tracking force and turntables that include a cartridge are usually set accordingly. You may not be able to swap the cartridge if the turntable doesn't have tracking force adjustment.

Yes
Anti-skate bias adjustment View more details.

Counteracts centrifugal force to centre the stylus and stop it from pushing towards the side of the groove. Stereo audio can sound unbalanced or distorted in one speaker, and it may also damage your records, if improperly set. Cartridges manufacturers provide anti-skate suggestions and turntables that include a cartridge are usually set accordingly. You may not be able to swap the cartridge if the turntable doesn't have anti-skate adjustment.

Yes
Tone arm clamp View more details.

This holds the tone arm in position when you're not using the turntable. It's important when you're moving it to another location.

Yes
Damped cueing View more details.

This mechanically slows the lowering of the tonearm so it gently moves onto the record.

Yes
Pitch stabilisation View more details.

This feature allows you to make slight adjustments in the speed.

No
45rpm spindle adapter View more details.

Some 45rpm singles have a very large spindle (hole) that requires an adapter to use on home turntables.

Yes
On/off switch View more details.

While some of the turntables have this feature, others automatically turn on/off as you lift/return the tonearm. A few high-end turntables can only be turned on or off from the main power.

Yes
Stop/start View more details.

Fully automatic models will lift the tone arm when the user selects the on/off switch or button while models that are not fully automatic will simply have the platter stop.

No
Removable hinged lid View more details.

Some enthusiasts believe that a turntable sounds better without a lid.

Yes
78rpm support View more details.

Built-in support to play old, 78rpm shellac records. Note that this requires a special stylus (usually sold separately) as the material is not the same as standard vinyl.

Yes
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