Pro-Ject T2 Super Phono | Audiophile Turntable with Preamp
The T2 Super Phono Plug-n-Play Turntable / Preamp Combo Sensibly Enhances Pro-Ject's Critically Acclaimed T1 Series
- Built-in premium MM phono preamp with high-grade circuitry
- Features large stable chassis, Nickel finish counterweight, 9″ one-piece aluminum tonearm, and pre-adjusted Sumiko Rainier cartridge
- 10mm, 3.75 lb zero-resonance tempered glass platter
- Speed control with electronic speed switch, and spring-based anti-skating system
- Available in gloss black, satin white or walnut laminates, handmade in Europe
- Check out the Pro-Ject T2 standard if you're looking for the model with no built-in preamp
T2 Super Phono: A New Contender
The T2 Super Phono turntable/preamp combination sensibly enhances Pro-Ject's critically acclaimed T1 formula. It introduces new audiophile features and raises the performance bar for its price range! With its user-selectable integrated phono preamp, factory installed Sumiko Rainier cartridge, larger chassis, electronic speed control, and spring-based anti-skating feature, the T2 Super Phono is the perfect fit for the audiophile seeking to bring premium build and sound quality to their cherished vinyl collection.
Top-Quality Materials
The elegantly crafted CNC-machined plinth has been expanded in size to enhance stability & tonearm geometry. Available in 3 striking finishes (gloss black, satin white or Walnut laminate), no plastic is used in its construction! Also free of resonant hollow spaces, it effectively prevents unwanted vibration within the chassis. Compared to the T1, the glass platter is thicker & heavier which ensures a zero-resonance design that eliminates the shortcomings associated with plastic or cheap steel alternatives. Purpose-selected turntable feet effectively isolate the T2 from ambient vibrations in the vicinity of your hi-fi system.
Premium Built-In Phono Stage
The T2 Super Phono implements a high-quality dual-stage split-passive MM phono preamp (first seen in Pro-Ject's critically acclaimed T2 W). The larger plinth makes way for more and better circuitry in the junction box. Pro-Ject has designed a circuit that leaves all other built-in MM phono stages in the dust! Supplied with a high-value Sumiko Rainier MM cartridge ($149 value), this is a true hi-fi playback system with no corners cut. Keep in mind that the circuit can be disengaged with the push of a button should you want to upgrade to a low-output MC cartridge.
Speed Control, Motor & Drive
The T2's motor and drive system remain identical to those found in the T1. The motor drives the flat belt which drives the anti-resonant sub-platter. The sub-platter is mounted to an ultra-precise main bearing comprised of a hardened steel axle in brass bushing (machined to a tolerance of 0.001mm!) Where most alternative products use unregulated DC motors with wide speed fluctuations, the T2 uses an electronically-regulated, precision-speed AC motor. Electronic speed change between 33 and 45rpm is accessible with the rocker switch as well! All told, it's a highly-stable & ultra-low-noise drive system.
Tonearm & Anti-Skating
The T2's tonearm has been improved for better cartridge geometry. Still a one-piece aluminum design, its effective length improves to 9". It adds an updated, low-friction bearing to accommodate the increased length and diameter for absolute accuracy. Aside from clean aesthetics, the integrated headshell is a key player in minimizing arm tube resonance (bonded headshells have adverse effects in terms of resonance). The T2 also features user-friendly spring-based anti-skating for fast and accurate setup. Since the Sumiko Rainier is factory-aligned with the tracking force set, simply turn the wheel to your desired value, and you're done with adjustments.
Sumiko Rainier + Semi-Balanced Cable
The T2 Super Phono includes the acclaimed high-value Sumiko Rainier MM phono cartridge which synergizes beautifully with the built-in phono stage. The cartridge is factory-aligned with the tracking force set!
And like the T1, the T2 Super Phono is topped-off with shielded, semi-symmetrical, low-capacitance phono cables purpose-designed by Pro-Ject for use with turntables. An acrylic dust cover is also included with adjustable hinges for your convenience. Everything you need is in the box and can be assembled in minutes.
Specifications
- Weight: 12.1 lbs
- Dimensions: 21.3" x 11.8 x 16.2″
- Speed: 33, 45 (electronic speed change)
- Speed Variance: 0.6% (33rpm), 0.5% (45rpm)
- Wow & Flutter: 0.19% (33rpm), 0.17% (45rpm)
- Drive principle: Belt-driven sub-platter design
- Platter: 10mm thick, 3.75 lb glass platter w/ felt mat
- Main bearing: Stainless steel spindle in bronze bushing
- SN/R: 67dB
- Tonearm: 9″ one-piece aluminum (effective length 9.05" | effective mass: 0.34 oz)
- Overhang: .867"
- Power Supply: 15V / 800mA DC, universal | 4.5W (0W in standby)
- T2 Setup Guide
- Pro-Ject 2 Year Warranty
In the Box
- Pro-Ject T2 Super Phono Turntable
- Factory-aligned Sumiko Rainier MM Phone Cartridge
- Power supply
- Dust cover
- Felt mat
- 45rpm adapter
- Phono RCA/ground cable
