Pro-Ject Xtension Ortofon RS-309D

Pro-Ject Xtension 12 Ortofon RS-309D

High-end turntable

• Magnetic Field Feet
• Inverted platter bearing, magnetically assisted
• Plate bearings with ceramic running surfaces
• Tonearm Ortofon RS-309D (12 inch)
• Headshell with SME bayonet
• 33/45 rpm (electronic)
• 78 rpm (manual)
• Dust cover included

A new classic

A classic analogue concept from the 80's with modern technology from Pro-Ject. We are well aware of the visual similarities with turntables from the first great analog era. All of our experience from more than 20 years of turntable construction flowed into the development of the Xtension, whereby the focus was not on limiting the effort for cost reasons. In addition to the tried-and-tested technology of our high-end models, further ideas for optimal record playback were implemented for the Xtension.

For example, numerous measures were taken with the players from the Pro-Ject Xtension line to mechanically dampen the devices even more. The chassis is filled with metal granulate. The bearing axle of the platter bearing is mounted on a solid metal block. The turntable, which weighs almost six kilograms, is stabilized with a ring made of TPE*. Magnetic fields in the feet of the device ensure effective mechanical decoupling of the entire player from interference. An inverted, magnetically supported plate bearing with ceramic running surfaces ensures rumble values close to the measurement limit. Two repelling neodymium magnets significantly reduce the weight of the platter on the bearing. The smooth running of the bearing is thus significantly improved. A record puck improves the contact between the record and the turntable.

The Xtension Ortofon RS-309D comes factory-equipped with a 12-inch Ortofon tonearm, the Ortofon RS-309D. Its length of 12 inches further reduces the toe angle error - compared to a tonearm with a length of 9 or 10 inches. Scanning distortions are thus further minimized. Ortofon tonearms like the RMG 309 or the SKG 212 have written hi-fi history. They are regarded as milestones in audio technology and are coveted and sought-after collector's items today. Pro-Ject Xtension with Ortofon RS-309D tonearm – the legend of tomorrow!

The factory did not install a pickup. Music lovers who have several stereo pickups or an additional mono pickup, which are played alternately, appreciate the detachable headshell with a bayonet according to the SME standard. Mounted on different headshells, changing the cartridge is a matter of seconds. As an alternative to the included headshell, Ortofon SPU sound boxes can also be installed.

The different variants of the Pro-Ject Xtension Evolution differ in their equipment and in the size of the chassis. The Pro-Ject Xtension 9 Evolution and Pro-Ject Xtension 10 Evolution models are also available as a SuperPack. SuperPacks differ from standard devices in that they have a factory-installed pickup. The number in the model designation indicates the length of the built-in tonearm. Evolution tonearms from Pro-Ject Audio in lengths of 9, 10 and 12 inches are used.

drive

• Chassis in piano finish black
• Electronic speed selection between 33 and 45 rpm, manual setting option of 78 rpm.
• Fine adjustment (pitch control)
• The chassis made of compressed wood fibers and filled with metal granulate stands on four magnetic field feet
• The resonance-optimized platter is a sandwich construction made of a TPE-damped, polished aluminum platter, a surface-ground surface made of vinyl and a record puck
• The inverted, magnetically supported platter bearing consists of a standing stainless steel axle with a ceramic ball on which a bushing with a ceramic bearing floor rotates
• Integrated motor control (sine generator)
• External power supply to protect against mechanical and electromagnetic interference
• A transparent, hinged Plexiglas dust cover is included

Tonearm Ortofon RS-309D

• 12" J-shape tonearm with SME standard headshell mount
• Counterweight for pickup including headshell from 18 to 40g weight included
• The azimuth and vertical scanning angle (VTA) can be adjusted
• A 5-pin tonearm standard socket makes it possible to connect individual phono cables
• A Connect it / 5P-CC (unbalanced cable) or a Connect it / 5P-XLR-CC (balanced cable) tonearm cable with a length of 123 cm is included

connection

• Phono input on the amplifier or on the external phono preamplifier

Technical specifications

• Dimensions W x H x D: 550 x 250 x 450mm, 550 x 550 x 560mm (hood open)
• Weight: 25kg

*TPE: Thermoplastic elastomer with high vibration dampening, similar to Sorbothane ®