{"product_id":"proj-a1","title":"Project AUTOMAT Series A1 Automatic Turntable","description":"\n\u003ch3\u003eProject A1 Turntable\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Beginning Of A New Pro-Ject Story\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eA1 \u003c\/strong\u003eintroduces our completely new Automat Line. Pro-Ject have always had one purpose since our establishment in 1991: bring HiFi Stereo music enjoyment to as many people as possible. Pro-Ject are very happy to expand our product catalog with a fully automatic entry-level turntable and create new opportunities for future vinyl beginners and enthusiasts. The \u003cstrong\u003eA1 \u003c\/strong\u003eis handmade in Germany by a traditional manufacture with a wealth of experience in making automatic turntables. Even the individual components are 98% made and produced in Germany. Paired with Pro-Ject technology and ideas, Pro-Ject set new standards in automatic turntable design. Our new \u003cstrong\u003eA1 \u003c\/strong\u003eis your best companion to comfortably enjoy your favourite vinyl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eA1 \u003c\/strong\u003ehas a fully automatic start\/stop with the automatics being completely disengaged and decoupled during the entire runtime of the record. The fully mechanical automatics are engaged when you press start and the tonearm is automatically moved to the lead in groove of the record. Once playing, the automatics are completely taken out of the equation and do not affect the playback quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eULM Aluminium Tonearm\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eA1 \u003c\/strong\u003efeatures an 8.3 ultra-light-mass aluminium tonearm. Together with the Ortofon OM10, which fits this design principle perfectly, Pro-Ject get extraordinary fast response and detail in terms of transients and micro-dynamics. Tracking force and anti-skating are factory pre-adjusted which make the \u003cstrong\u003eA1 \u003c\/strong\u003eplug \u0026amp; play ready within a few seconds. This makes it perfect for vinyl beginners and experienced listeners alike as the sound quality is carried by all the audiophile features the \u003cstrong\u003eA1 \u003c\/strong\u003ehas on offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrtofon OM10\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA little-known fact is that the OM series of cartridges have their developmental roots and legacy in ultra-light-mass tonearm designs. Pre-fitted and adjusted in our factory, it is the perfect partner for your \u003cstrong\u003eA1\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNew Headshell\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarbon fibre reinforced\u003cbr\u003eThe headshell is made of carbon fibre reinforced polymer which is super stable and rigid, while keeping the weight super low. The composite material results in excellent internal damping of resonances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWood Chassis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeavy and avoids hollow spaces\u003cbr\u003eThe chassis avoids hollow spaces wherever possible, with just enough space to precision fit all the inner workings of the \u003cstrong\u003eA1\u003c\/strong\u003e. As a result, the chassis heavy mass reduces unwanted resonances to a minimum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDamped Platter\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrecision balanced aluminium\u003cbr\u003eThe damping ring on the inside adds weight and reduces resonances. In the last step the platter is turned and precision balanced to receive its fine edges and lowest wow and flutter deviations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eConnect it E\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSemi-balanced RCA cable\u003cbr\u003eTo guarantee a perfect connection to your amp Pro-Ject use a high-quality phono RCA cable. Our Connect it E is a semi-balanced, low-capacitance cable, with superior shielding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePhono Preamp\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt-in switchable preamp\u003cbr\u003eIf you don't have a phono preamplifier in your current HiFi setup you will benefit of the \u003cstrong\u003eA1\u003c\/strong\u003es built-in one. If you want to use another phono preamp, you can easily switch it off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e33\/45 RPM\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReady for singles \u0026amp; LPs\u003cbr\u003eNo need to change the belt position. Easily change speed with the push of only a single button \u0026amp; listen to your favourite LPs as well as singles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAutomat Line\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandmade in Germany\u003cbr\u003eThe A1 is fully handmade in Germany and looks back on decades of experience. 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