Pro-Ject - Debut Carbon DC (Black)

My journey back into the world of vinyl started a couple of months ago when my wife got me the Pro-Ject Primary E as a birthday present - without hesitation I went up into the loft I went and found the vinyl collection. However, unfortunately I was a little underwhelmed by its performance. Perhaps, in part, down to my high expectations of the rich and immersive sound I anticipated - the OM Cartridge that came with it just wasn't rich enough (no fault of the turntable at all as it is, after all, the entry of entry levels).After a short amount of time spent researching suggested upgrades to the cartridge it became clear that the cost to hit the quality of sound I wanted would be relative to a switch to the Debut Carbon - which I did and ... WOW!From the second I put the first vinyl on the beautifully designed turntable I was rewarded with that indescribable warmth and rich sound you want. The step up to the OM Red is worth the extra £150 in itself - and, of course, the turntable feels that more sturdy and well-made by comparison to the Primary E (obvious I know but worth pointing out). As has been said the other reviews - the bass is rich and the midtones are so so SO clear. Totally worth the (bit) extra compared to the Primary E for what is, unquestionably, a far superior turntable.

After deciding to upgrade the home stereo followed a few weeks of research and deliberating. Budget decided on narrowed it down to three, mostly decided on what others had written in reviews, also what hifi. Thing that eventually clinched it was the Ortofon 2M stylus.Right , we have Analogue sound transferred to digital, surely that defeats the object of vynl. Pre amp to think about. Same process led me to the Fosi Audio MM valve pre amp. Finally through the Denon RCDM41dab to a pair of Wharfedale diamond 9.1. Not having listened to vynl for over twenty years, dug out from the garage first to hand was Queen, Night at the Opera, quick clean and on it went. Took a step back and waited, Big smile.... that's nice, turned up a bit, bit more. Think I've made the right choice. Not that I've tried the others , adjust the counter weight bringing fully to life . Initial setup was painless even for me . Well made , decent platter ,heavy & well balanced with also a slip mat included, if this price range is this quality what on earth are the top end ranges like.Carbon fibre arm is virtually weightless & looks fantastic, motor is silent as in no audible hum , time will tell on that one. Looks are stylish & look well with the others. Project did a really good job with this not only for price but build quality. More than pleased with my purchase, definitely recommend.

As others have said - great turntable and excellent value.I'm posting this review for anyone changing to a lighter cartridge than the Ortofon 2M, in my case a Denon DL110.Firstly, which I expected, you need to change the standard steel platter for the Acrylic IT as the cartridge is attractedto the steel.Secondly, which I didn't expect, the arm balances out at 0gm but if you dial on 2gm tracking weight, the arm actually only adds 1gm!This is because the screw thread at the back of the arm only goes a certain distance towards the bearing assembly then just turns withoutgetting closer. I realised this after tracking issues and distortion on records, so I bought a stylus guage and discovered the above (showed 0.97gm).This can be solved by including a weight on the headshell (Denon do) but I've turned the counterweight round (it screws on further) and simply setting tracking force with the stylus guage. (A lighter counterweight is available but is £19.) Now no distortion issues and great sound quality, definitely better than 2M. Hope this helps.

Using this for my main system sonab amp and Proac speakers Roksan cd player and some expensive cables. Russ Andrews kimber cables. Absolutely loving this project turntable sound is very good considering it's price. Putting it up against a 1000 pound cd player it out performs it in sheer musicality. even though I know more can be had with up grades to platter and M2 blue can say I am very happy with my purchase. If you are looking for a well built basic turntable with no whistles and bells but sounds very natural and musical then I would highly recommendProject Debut carbon., budget turntable in a decent system and it dosent look or sound like that at all.Looking forward to upgrading and getting even more out of it. L

Recently rediscovering vinyl. After many months of research and much deliberation, I finally decided upon this well reviewed & highly regarded Turntable.So pleased with this well considered purchase.Relatively easy to assemble (about 15 minutes). Excellent sound reproduction. Robust build quality and lovely to look at.Don't hesitate to purchase this Outstanding turntable.