The debut iii recordmaster is projects brand new bestbuy turntable classic. The essential iii features a diamondcut aluminum drive pulley and a resonance. Ive heard of the clever clamp that doesnt depend on heavy weight, but have not seen one in person. You need software to record it with of course, but you can find excellent packages online, often for free. The debut iii is a complete plugnplay record player that includes a project 8. Protective turntable dust covers for all models of project turntables. Vinyl records are no longer just a blast from the past, they continue to inspire artists and music lovers to appreciate their music in a whole new way. The pro ject debut iii is one of the leaders in the entry level audiophile market. The debut iii s audiophile is the first and only turntable that features our new logo on its base as well as on the supplied acrylic dust cover.
That means we can expect a decent level of performance which will be necessary if the debut iii s audiophile is to compete with. If youre looking for a replacement drive belt to suit your pro ject turntable, weve got it. After a few weeks, i installed the shure m97xe, which was probably overkill for that level of. This wonderful collaboration between project audio systems and the longest active band in the world.
A relative newcomer, the company has made its presence felt with an unrivalled stream of four and fivestar turntables over the last 20 years. Welcome to usaudiomart, a classifieds site for used audio and hifi. Check the manual supplied with your amplifier for relevant information. A design that goes all out to produce top sound quality at an affordable pricepoint. Pro ject debut iii phono usb with built in phono stage,upgrades and speed box ii. Pre box s2 digital, amp box s2, essential iii2944x1965px, jpg rpm 10 carbon1618x1080px, jpg. Pro ject s legendary debut iii turntable is now available in a design for the digital age. Standard debut se3 genierpm essential xperience square xperience round perspective rpm 1 drive belt for rpm 9. You may have simply gotten your hands on a power supply that is for the new motor type and therefore may not work with the old one. The bestbuy turntable classic with one piece s shape aluminium tonearm and special cartridge. Is one clamp type a better fit for a budget turntable and if the clever clamp is the way to go, is it quick to remove and reapply since its got to be done every 15. Once again, pro ject has shown itself to be a master when it comes to balancing its packages as this new cartridge gels with the tonearm and deck superbly.
If i were purchasing one, i would have opted for black or white but the red really grew on me. The pro ject debut iii ran for many years as pro ject s most recognised turntable. The latest subseries to be augmented is the debut line. Project debut iii turntable series sign in to comment. Audio trade gmbh project debut iii ortofon om 5e revision 15. You wont find an entry level turntable offering so much for so little cash as the recordmaster. Pro ject designed a new subplatter for the t1 series and mounted it to a very precision main bearing with tolerances down to.
Just dug my pro ject debut iii out of hibernation, when i plug it in and flip the switch the platter shudders ever so slightly but doesnt turn. Project essential iii recordmaster turntable gloss black. Hifi news verdict while the scope of pro ject s debut range is already daunting, the debut iii s audiophile is still a welcome addition to the series. Please use the guide below to make sure you have the correct drive belt for your turntable. Like its competitor the rega p1, the pro ject debut iii comes in a variety of funky colours that will appeal to those who love sleek looking audio equipment. With the debut iii s motor off, there is a hiss sound indicative of a grounding issue, in my opinion which only worsens as the amplifiers volume level is increased. Project debut iii repair steve hoffman music forums. This special edition of the debut iii comes with some. The essential range came into being because the debut series which, as its name suggests was the original start point for the pro ject range crept up in price as more features and higher. Project debut iii s audiophile turntable page 2 hifi news. I read the the debut iii is a lot better than ii because of its better tonearm, i mean the antiskating method string and a weight is almost caveman like and seems to make no difference when its on or off on my debut ii. It comes complete with aluminum tonearm, computer connection, three speeds, and a dc power supply. Project debut iii s audiophile turntable hifi news.
Projects essential iii recordmaster turntable offers a nice stepup from the entrylevel debut iii recordmaster turntable. Project debut iii troubleshooting, repair, and service manuals. It brings you the great features of projects essential iii turntable, including a premounted ortofon om10 phono cartridge, plus a usb output for connecting to your computer, and speed box electronic speed control. The om5e can be conveniently upgraded to an ortofon 10, 20 or 30 for much improved sound. We delete comments that violate our policy, which we encourage you to read. The traditional styling and modern specifications combined to make a hugely popular turntable combination that is still enjoyed by many people around the world. Pro ject use the linn mounting standard which somewhat limits your choices unless. The pro ject essential iii is the latest addition to the roster.
Imho, the carbon is well worth the little extra money over the older debut iii. It is fully manual, no bells and whistles, which is a great way to learn. The debut iii s audiophile confirms the ranges new position in just about midmarket territory project now offers even more competitively priced decks aimed at both new and reinvigorated vinyl enthusiasts. Fitted with an onboard moving magnet phono preamplifier, ad converter, and usb output, this remarkable turntable can digitalize analog signals to record direct to your computer via a usb interface and suitable music recording software. When it comes to the disadvantages or cons of buyingusing the pro ject debut iii fortunately, the list is pretty short. One of the few is that it doesnt play 78 records, only 33 and 45 rpm. Its not the most resolving turntable but you wouldnt expect it to be at this price range. Contrary to the notion that vinyl is for old people, the pro ject debut iii is obviously aimed at the younger market. There are various models in the catalogue, many of which feature targeted accessories. Project debut iii rolling stones limited edition turntable. View and download pro ject audio systems debut carbon recordmaster hires instructions for use manual online. Project turntables are designed in austria and the uk then built at the litovel factory in the czech republic.
The first debut turntable, introduced in the late 1990s, was a revolution for the hifi industry. It might look a bit agricultural but pro ject s latest debut is a nobrainer for the tentative or firsttime buyer. The debut iii is at least two models behind the current one. While similar in looks and features, the debut line has a couple of notable upgrades over the essential line that are designed to reduce noise and distortion, such as a heavier platter, higherquality feet.
The debut iii s audiophile is the first and only turntable that features our new logo on. The project debut carbon is well built, beautifully designed and just sounds awesome. Ive setup several of the debut carbon tables for people and am very impressed with this table for the money. But the price was right and i was promised 120v wallwarts.
Pepper limited edition 2xperience the beatles white album 6 perspex sb debut carbon dc debut carbon esprit sb dc debut carbon recordmaster hires debut recordmaster elemental elemental phono usb essential ii demon by parov. Manual turntable with builtin phono preamp and premium ad conversion and usb output. The debut line is the companys other midrange line of turntables, along with the pro ject s essential line, but its a little nicer. Replacement acrylic platter for project debut and xpression turntables. For the first time after the arrival of compact disc and the assumed demise of vinyl records, an analogue product reemerged in the mass market something all music lovers could afford. This turntable benefits from all the characteristics of the internationally successful debut iii, but now you can record your precious vinyl on your pc or laptop, while listening through your sound system. The bearing is identical to the one used in the pro ject essential iii table with a hardened steel axle and brass bushing. The debut carbon has the carbon tonearm, thus the name. Widely available and offering very good performance at each price level, the brand has gained much recognition over the last ten years and continues to develop new models. As pro ject continues to expand its most popular turntable range, hfc checks out the debut iii s audiophilei recently found myself chatting with a fellow audio scribe about the number of turntables currently available. Replacement drive belt for project turntables project.
In fact, in terms of the toys that are sometimes found in a turntable chassis, the manual, twospeed, beltdriven debut iii s is surprisingly minimal. Debut carbon recordmaster hires turntable pdf manual download. The essential iii is a wholesale revision rather than a mild tweak and pro ject claims it represents a significant jump in performance over its predecessor. I had doubts about purchasing audio equpiment, with the whole voltage difference and etc. Debut iii s audiophile will be available in two high gloss options, black or white. Project debut iii upgrades the easiest way to upgrade the project debut iii is to upgrade the stylus in the ortofon cartridge.
Some, including the debut iii usb, are distributed in the u. The higher numbers for the ortofon styli correspond to better sound and of course, higher expense. Pro ject makes quite an array of turntables in the czech republic, ranging from simple but elegant, nofrills entrylevel models to impressive highend performers. The iconic pro ject debut iii gets a useful update in the form of an onboard usb phono stage. Setting the tracking force the weight of the tonearm on the record was as simple as screwing the counterweight to the value that the manual.