Pro-Ject X2 B Balanced Belt Driven Turntable - Walnut

Pro-Ject X2 B Balanced Belt Drive Turntable with Ortofon Quintet Red MC Cartridge - Walnut

The Pro-Ject X2 B is designed for listeners who want to hear exactly what is pressed into their records – no added colour, no unnecessary electronics, just clean analogue performance. Built around Pro-Ject’s True Balanced Connection concept, this high-end belt driven turntable combines precision engineering with practical usability, making it a serious upgrade for any dedicated vinyl system.

At its core, the X2 B pairs a premium moving coil cartridge with balanced output capability, delivering lower noise, greater dynamic range and a more open, controlled presentation.

True Balanced Connection – Cleaner, Quieter Signal

Part of Pro-Ject’s True Balanced range, the X2 B features a mini-XLR output for balanced connection to a compatible phono stage. When partnered with models such as the Pro-Ject Phono Box S3 B or Pro-Ject Phono Box DS3 B, the balanced link helps reduce unwanted interference from household electronics, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth devices.

The result is a purer signal with improved signal-to-noise ratio and greater dynamic contrast. Standard RCA outputs are also included for traditional system setups, offering full flexibility.

Factory-Fitted Ortofon Quintet Red MC Cartridge

Pre-installed and precisely aligned, the Ortofon Quintet Red moving coil cartridge brings refined detail and impressive channel separation. Moving coil designs are valued for their speed, low moving mass and ability to retrieve subtle information from the groove.

Combined with the X2 B’s rigid tonearm and stable drive system, the Quintet Red delivers:

• Deep, well-controlled bass
• Clear, expressive midrange
• Open and extended high frequencies

This is a cartridge that matches the deck’s performance ambitions straight out of the box.

Extended 9” Carbon/Aluminium Tonearm

The one-piece carbon fibre and aluminium tonearm tube is both light and exceptionally stiff. This construction improves tracking accuracy while helping to minimise unwanted resonance and electrical interference.

For enthusiasts who like to fine-tune their setup, the X2 B offers:

• Fully adjustable Azimuth
• Adjustable VTA (Vertical Tracking Angle)
• Anti-skating and tracking force adjustment
• TPE-damped counterweight for additional resonance control

This level of adjustability allows the turntable to grow with your system over time.

Precision Drive System & Electronic Speed Control

The X2 B uses a carefully isolated motor suspension system to reduce vibration transfer into the plinth. The motor drives a heavy acrylic platter via a sub-platter system and precision main bearing, ensuring smooth, consistent rotation.

Electronic speed control provides convenient switching between:

• 33⅓ RPM
• 45 RPM
• 78 RPM (with suitable cartridge)

Speed changes are handled at the push of a button, maintaining stable power delivery without manual belt repositioning.

Resonance-Controlled Construction

Every structural element of the X2 B is engineered to reduce unwanted vibration:

• 50mm precision-machined MDF plinth for rigidity
• 2kg resonance-free acrylic platter
• Three height-adjustable, damped aluminium feet
• Decoupled motor system with TPE belt isolation

Together, these features help maintain pitch stability and preserve low-level detail, even at higher listening volumes.

Designed for Balanced Systems

The Pro-Ject X2 B is a perfect partner for Pro-Ject balanced phono cables and balanced phono stages, forming a studio-grade signal path from cartridge to amplifier. By reducing electrical noise at source, it allows your amplifier and speakers to work with a cleaner, more accurate signal.

Luxury Finishes to Suit Your Space

Available in a selection of premium finishes, including real walnut veneer, high gloss black and hand-polished satin black or white, the X2 B looks as refined as it sounds. A clear dust cover is included for everyday protection.

Why Choose the Pro-Ject X2 B?

• True Balanced mini-XLR output for reduced distortion
• Supplied with Ortofon Quintet Red MC cartridge
• Extended carbon/aluminium tonearm with full adjustability
• Acrylic platter and isolated motor for stable playback
• Electronic speed control (33/45/78 RPM)
• Solid MDF plinth with vibration-damping feet

The Pro-Ject X2 B Balanced Belt Driven Turntable is built for listeners who value precision engineering and musical honesty. With balanced connectivity and a high-end moving coil cartridge included, it offers a clear step into more revealing, lifelike vinyl playback.

• Pro-Ject X2 B Turntable Specs Sheet
• Pro-Ject X2 B Turntable Setup Guide
• Pro-Ject X2 B Turntable Manual

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