{"product_id":"pro-ject-xa-b","title":"Pro-Ject XA B | Audiophile Turntable","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Pro-Ject Audio logo black\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/pro-ject-audio-logo-blk.jpg?v=1694618069\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 65%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePro-Ject Boasts High-End, Lively + Detailed Sonics and an Exquisite Acrylic Plinth with the XA B Turntable\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-adjusted Pick it Pro Balanced MM cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision 3.7 lb Aluminum platter with TPE damping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium 10“ one-piece Aluminum armtube for precise, accurate tracking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcoustically inert transparent acrylic chassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade in Europe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Pro-Ject XA B turntable front low angle dramatic lighting\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/pro-ject-xa-b-highlight.jpg?v=1722872706\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Clear View\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor over 30 years Pro-Ject has designed \u0026amp; built turntables that focus on sound quality over convenience-oriented features, but that hasn't stopped them from experimenting with materials that vary in their resonance properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcrylic has been in their repertoire for decades. Pro-Ject's first ever acrylic turntable was the Pro-Ject 6.9 Perspective, and it was a huge success. 6PerspeX variants have been around for 15+ years too, not to mention a host of 2Xperience variants in acrylic. Needless to say, the limited run of their Perspective Final Edition turntable sold out swiftly as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey take pride in how these turntables take advantage of both the aesthetic \u0026amp; sonic values of acrylic in hi-fi, but using acrylic in manufacturing is not as easy as you might think. True, it's anti-resonant, but the rest of the turntable must also lend itself to the sonic equation. Measurement \u0026amp; critical listening reveal that acrylic can actually over-damp sonics if it's not used thoughtfully. XA B uses an Aluminum tonearm \u0026amp; platter, the Pick it PRO Balanced cartridge \u0026amp; purpose-selected isolation feet to render music in a lively, dynamic \u0026amp; detail-rich manner... an experience that becomes doubly immersive when you decide to take the plunge into the world of balanced phono.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePremium Armtube\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe XA B turntable features a premium 10“ one-piece Aluminum armtube. The single piece tube heightens rigidity while the 10\" length widens the tonearm's arc, reducing tracing error. The low-friction 4-pinpoint cardanic bearing assembly guarantees precise, stable \u0026amp; accurate tracking. They have selected the Aluminum armtube for its sonic merits when paired with the resonant frequency of the acrylic plinth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tonearm also offers audiophiles full control over their adjustment parameters for fine-tuning of VTA \u0026amp; azimuth, encouraging various cartridges and\/or record mats to achieve their desired sonics. VTA \u0026amp; azimuth are crucial adjustments in the scheme of cartridge performance \u0026amp; demand evaluation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Pro-Ject XA B tonearm full length low angle\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/pro-ject-xa-b-tonearm.jpg?v=1722874990\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePick it PRO Balanced\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pro-Ject Pick it PRO Balanced cartridge allows for \"True Balanced\" signal transmission. A revised version of the Pick it PRO re-routes the grounding so that it sends a symmetrical signal. The big advantage of a balanced connection is its ability to remove accrued noise and interference from the transmission line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditionally, Pro-Ject's \"True Balanced\" cable range offers several options for connecting your XA B to the Phono Box S3 B, Phono Box DS3 B or the \u003ca title=\"Pro-Ject Tube Box DS3 B Phono Preamp\" href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/pro-ject-tube-box-ds3-b\"\u003eTube Box DS3 B\u003c\/a\u003e phono stages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Pro-Ject XA B pick it pro balanced cartridge closeup\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/pro-ject-XA-B-cartridge.jpg?v=1722451344\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTPE-Damped Die-Cast Platter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 3.75 lb die-cast Aluminum platter is precision balanced with additional machining after casting. This facilitates perfect platter rotation while playing records. The heavy Aluminum platter also adds a TPE (thermoplastic elastomer) damping ring \u0026amp; corresponding cutout on the underside, muting any resonance created by the metal record platter and contributing to the flywheel effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHigh-Quality RCA Cables\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCables cannot add any information back to a given signal. Rather, they're responsible for allowing as much musical information as possible through to the receiving device. This is why Pro-Ject included the Connect it Phono E 5P \u0026gt; RCA cable. Optimized for phono applications, they have implemented quality metals \u0026amp; careful configuration to ensure lossless signal transmission.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDamped, Height-Adjustable Feet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe XA B stands on (x3) damped \u0026amp; height-adjustable feet for excellent isolation. By using 3 feet they are able to increase stability on uneven surfaces for optimal leveling - a critical setup parameter in terms of maximizing the performance of a tonearm \u0026amp; cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Pro-Ject XA B turntable damped feet closeup\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/pro-ject-XA-B-feet.jpg?v=1722451509\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSophisticated DC\/AC Power Generator\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePro-Ject's turntables use switch-mode power supplies for good reason. They take the unrefined AC power from your wall and convert it to DC. That DC power is then fed to DC\/AC generator within the turntable, which in turn powers the AC motor. The advantage is that a completely new sine wave is created by the generator, fully decoupling your turntable from the dirty AC power coming from your outlet. This amounts to steady power being fed to the motor thereby enhancing speed stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTwo Upgrades in One Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean \u0026amp; stable power is critical for phono setups. The included power supply is a great starting point but you can take it further.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePower Box S3 Phono provides power for the XA B as well as your Pro-Ject phono stage (18V). Its two outputs are specifically engineered to power Pro-Ject turntables and phono preamps simultaneously. The sophisticated DC filtration can have a dramatic impact on overall sound quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to the sonic improvements, Power Box S3 Phono also offers users a cleaner cable solution (only one wall-wart needed for the PSU).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17.64 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18.11\" x 5.12\" x 13.39\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Pro-Ject Official International Warranty Page\" href=\"https:\/\/pro-jectusa.com\/international-warranty\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePro-Ject 2 Year Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurntable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e 33\/45rpm (electronic speed change)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIsolation feet:\u003c\/strong\u003e TPE damped Aluminum, height adjustable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlatter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 300mm die-cast Aluminum platter w\/ TPE damping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlatter bearing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel axle in brass bushing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeed drift 33:\u003c\/strong\u003e ±0.30% | 45: ± 0.20%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWow \u0026amp; flutter 33:\u003c\/strong\u003e ±0.13% | 45: ± 0.12%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTonearm:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10″ one-piece Aluminum armtube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEffective arm length\/mass:\u003c\/strong\u003e 254mm\/10g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower supply:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15V\/0.8A DC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower consumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5W (0.3W standby mode)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCartridge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick it PRO Balanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eXA B turntable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePick it Pro Balanced MM cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecord Puck E\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDustcover + felt mat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect it E 5P-RCA 4' \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ephono cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Pro-Ject","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40953253134411,"sku":"PJ-XA-B-CA","price":1649.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/pro-ject-xa-b-0-thumb.jpg?v=1722872666","url":"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/pro-ject-xa-b","provider":"Bloom Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}