Pro-Ject Audio Systems Primary E Turntable

Fantastic sounding turntable and perfect for any budding audiophile! I originally started out with an Ion Pro 80 a few weeks ago which was perfect for getting me into the hobby whilst I was slowly building my collection but I felt with my system there was a lot more potential. I am running a Rotel RA01 with a pair of Wharfedale Diamond 12.1 loud speakers and Chord cables with banana plugs. With this combination using the Rotels inbuilt phono stage I get a sound that's dynamic, big and detailed. There's a lack of sound stage depth compared to my Schitt Modi DAC and Roon streaming setup but for an entry level turntable with it's factory fitted cartridge this is more than good enough for anyone to get up and running with vinyl and is providing satisfying results that have me listening over and and over and over and over again! A word of warning however, this record player is very finnicky and requires some extra patience as there's no auto stop or button to change speeds, this has to be done manually with the belt but if you're careful and crave excellent sound quality at a reasonable price look no further! This is a fantastic step in anyone's vinyl journey and I'm very excited to continue to build my collection and making small upgrades to this turntable to get the best sound I can!

I bought this turntable as an upgrade to a cheap USB model that I had bought in order to get back in to vinyl. I paired it with the Project Phono Box MM preamp and Ruark MR1 speakers. The turntable was easy to set up, although fitting the drive belt to the platter was a little fiddly (might be annoying if you wish to switch RPM often). As long as you have used a turntable before the Primary E is very easy to use, and the instructions provide plenty of guidance should you need to adjust the counterweight or tracking force (this should not be required unless you replace the cartridge). The sound was great, with low noise and a full, rich sound with plenty of bass. Ok so there aren't any fancy gadgets, but this means that all the money has been spent on making it sound a good as it can, which for the price is pretty darn good.

Good record player, highly recommend for the uninitiated, with some advice. Do not let the following caveats put you off, see the end of this review! Buy the Phono Box E by Pro-ject. Don't trust that the arm is correctly weighted as advised in the Manual. You should calibrate this when you get it. I think the cartridge is correctly calibrated but check this too. The rubber band which turns the turntable can be tricky to install, but is fine once in place. Mine needed replaced as it broke, but the seller did this promptly. This player is missing a number if features that a lot of much more expensive players have. This means you may find it difficult to tune it for absolutely the best sound. But please, do not let any of the above put you off purchasing, this turntable produces excellent sounding music, and great at the price. This is certainly a good choice for someone who is looking to get into records for the first time and wants that next-level listening experience. Once you know you love it, you can shell out thousands for a model that has all the bells and whistles.

A great turntable and a good price.I had problems with the belt slipping of all the time.I sent this back,richer sounds were very helpful and gave me my money back.

This record deck kicks like a mule on steroids! Ready for action straight out of the box; the Ortofon Om cartridge delivers the high and low frequencies with ease and it brings out the vocals and instruments with great definition. I tested this deck with “Dark Side of the Moon”, “Aladdin Sane” and “Let it Bleed”, and the sound and definition was noticeably better than I was used to, and given the £199 price tag, the Pro-Ject Primary E punches well above its weight. So, in my opinion, if you are getting into vinyl, and have a small or limited budget, this has to be the “go to” choice. 11/10

Considering the rave reviews I’m incredibly let down by this product. While the sound is excellent, the build is awful. The drive belt slips constantly, and the platter keeps getting jammed, which stops the turntable. Unfortunately I’ve been unable to return with Amazon but I cannot recommend this.

I have had vinyly for many years but swithched to CDs years ago. Given the resurgence in yinyl I wanted to get a new deck to add to mys system. I chose this based on a good review in What HiFi? I could have gone for a higher priced model but this seemed to fit my price range and promised a good listening expeience. All I can say is I am not disappointed. The sound is warm and clear and I had forgotten just how good real records sound. The deck is easy to set up, already pre vcalibrated and looks really good. I am very pleased as it is great value for money. By all means spnd an extra £100 on a higher priced deck but I doubt you will get £100 in added value compared to this turntable. I heartily recommend.

This is my second turntable purchased after an Audio Technica LP3 which was returned elsewhere as it had speed issues. In terms of looks and quality, the Primary E beats it hands down despite it not having the automated functions of the LP3. Sound quality is also excellent and I'm sure it will sound even better after some time running in. From that perspective it would be a 5 star review. So why three? Because the Primary E has a major design flaw. It only has three feet- two at the front and one centrally at the rear. This makes the unit unstable and whilst likely done for cost saving, the negative effects far outweigh the benefits. If your record has finished, you have to open the (stiff) lid ridiculously carefully. If you don't and you inadvertently lift the front of the unit slightly due to the stiffness, then your needle will skate across the middle of the record filling the room with the horrific sound that makes your heart drop. Fortunately I've not knocked it over the vinyl yet but I've done it twice already, despite trying to be careful. The band is also easy to knock off when removing a record although that's a well known issue and is more annoying than anything else. All round a good turntable but a real flaw that stops it from being outstanding.

Excellent product

Puntuale e preciso...ottimo imballo...il prodotto funziona perfettamente