The new Pro-Jectin E1.2 impresses with its simplicity

The Pro-Ject story began in 1991 with the idea of bringing a high-quality yet affordable manual turntable to the market. Now, almost 35 years later, the manufacturer is returning to its original philosophy with the E1.2. The player is completely manual, manufactured in Europe, and designed to last for decades – even in terms of spare parts availability, which is guaranteed for 25 years.

Careful selection of high-quality components has been made for the E1.2. The 730 gram aluminum pickup pickup is equipped with a TPE damping ring that reduces engine-induced vibrations and improves the stability of the sound. The sound arm, on the other hand, utilizes aluminum precision bearings and a hardened, carbon-fiber reinforced needle bar that ensures precise needle tracking and smooth movement.

The record player is ready to use straight out of the box – thanks to the Plug & Play solution, no adjustments are required. Switching between 33 and 45 RPM is done with just one press of a button. A high-quality OFC copper cable with gold-plated RCA connectors is included.

The E1.2 utilizes Pro-Jet’s own Pick it MM E soundboard, which has been developed specifically for players at this level. The instrument’s body is made of sturdy composite material with no hollow spaces – this minimizes resonance and supports pure sound reproduction.