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Pro-Ject E1 Phono Turntable with Ruark MR1 MkII Desktop Speakers
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Pro-Ject E1 Phono Turntable with Ruark MR1 MkII Desktop Speakers

£539.00    
£449.17 Exc. VAT |  |
  
  

         

Pro-Ject E1 Phono Turntable with Ruark MR1 MkII Desktop Speakers

Pro-Ject E1 Turntable

Electronically controlled playback speeds (33 and 45 RPM) 

Sub-platter drive system for ultimate convenience and a clean visual appearance 

E-Line

The E1 is an easy to use record player that stands out in any environment thanks to its striking good looks and excellent sound. With its choice of three finish options and three output versions, it’s an ideal entry point into vinyl playback that suits you regardless of your existing audio equipment.

The E1 is based around a stylish main plinth, directly inspired by other Pro-Ject designs. It is a CNC-machined composite fibre platform, which contains no hollow spaces, and boasts excellent anti-resonance properties. Mounted inside the plinth is a precision belt drive system with a damped DC motor, attached to a sub-platter. The sub-platter drives the new ABS Polymer main platter, which is strengthened with purpose-designed ridges in order to create an ideal, anti-resonant platform for your vinyl. Automatic speed change is conveniently handled by the 3 position power switch on the side of the plinth.

The tonearm on the E1 is a new 8.6” model featuring a one-piece aluminium tube, a two-point bearing assembly and a new fixed headshell. The result is a true hi-fi quality tonearm with low moving mass and good electrical isolation; perfect for accurate musical playback. The tonearm is then finished with an Ortofon OM 5E cartridge with elliptical diamond stylus for great sound. The tonearm is also  factory-set for downforce and anti-skate settings, so there’s no need for any complicated set-up; you can get playing straight out of the box!

The E1 is a product made for music lovers, by music lovers. In an age where the market is awash with turntables, Pro-Ject Audio Systems are seeking to remain true to their audiophile roots, while listening to what customers want. The E1 is therefore effortlessly simple to set-up and produces a highly engaging, accessible sound that really makes your records sing. But it’s also made with no corners cut.

Finish Options and Output Versions

The standard E1 is finished with turntable-ready phono cables fixed to the turntable underneath the tonearm. It has a standard phono-level output, for connecting to a phono stage.

The E1 Phono features a built-in switchable Moving Magnet phono stage, so you can connect directly to a LINE level input or still make use of an external phono stage.

The E1 BT features a switchable Moving Magnet phono stage with Bluetooth version 5.0 wireless transmission so you can output at Line level, Phono or wirelessly via Bluetooth.

E1

Captive RCA lead

Electronic Speed Control

Captive mains lead

Connect to phono stage

E1 Phono

Built-in phono stage

Detachable RCA leads

Electronic Speed Control

Phono or Line level output

E1 BT

Built-in phono stage

Wireless audio

Phono or Line level output

Electronic Speed Control

Still made in Europe, and featuring only the best materials available for the price, E1 comes ready to go with cables, pre-installed anti-resonance feet, a removable dust cover and all the accessories you need to set-up.

All E1 versions are available in three high-quality finish options; Gloss Black, Matte Walnut or White.

Key Features:

Hi-Fi quality manual turntable system 

Electronically controlled playback speeds (33 and 45 RPM) 

8.6” tonearm with aluminium tube and purpose-designed headshell 

Pre-adjusted Ortofon OM 5E cartridge with elliptical stylus profile 

Sub-platter drive system for ultimate convenience and a clean visual appearance 

Anti-resonant main platter made from strengthened ABS Polymer 

DC drive motor with damped mounting for added isolation

Wood main plinth mounted on anti-vibration feet 

E1 Phono features built-in switchable Moving Magnet (MM) phono stage 

E1 BT features built-in switchable MM phono stage and Bluetooth wireless transmission 

Gold-plated RCA connectors (BT and Phono versions only)

Turntable-ready RCA cable included

Dust cover included 

Handmade in Europe

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Ruark Audio MR1 Mk2 Bluetooth Speaker System

As independent reviews have shown, our award winning MR1 Bluetooth speakers provide remarkable sound in multiple applications. Improved for 2017, MR1 Mk2 retains all the attributes of the original, but with a fresh new look and updates to sound and connectivity, they are now better than ever!

Featuring a high-quality aptX Bluetooth receiver, digital and analogue inputs allied to a Class A-B amplifier and our own custom designed crossover and drive units, MR1 Mk2 are true multi-purpose high fidelity speakers. Perfect as computer speakers, ideal to use with a turntable and a fantastic way to improve the sound of your TV, MR1 Mk2 has been designed to fill your life and home with quality sound without dominating it. Perfect for design conscious customers...

THE MR1S ARE TRUE HI-FI SPEAKERS DEVELOPED TO FIT YOUR LIFE AND HOME...

With the addition of our rechargeable battery pack ‘BackPack II’, they can even be enjoyed outside on a fine day or wherever mains power is not directly available. BackPack II is also compatible with our R1 Deluxe Bluetooth radio.

FEATURES

  • LINEAR PERFECTION

Like our other products, MR1 Mk2 features a Class A-B linear amplifier with a quality switch mode power supply. Linear amplifiers are used in the world’s best audio equipment and in our opinion offer superior performance when compared to new style digital amplifiers which sound artificial in comparison. This is just one reason why MR1 sounds so good.

  • A POWERFUL PERFORMANCE

Our tweeter and bass units for MR1 have been designed specifically to ensure optimum performance from its compact dimensions, with both featuring powerful neodymium magnet systems. This type of magnet allows greater magnetic concentration, for better driver control, in a lightweight and fully shielded system.

  • BE IN CONTROL

MR1 Mk2 features a control system which like our other products is easy to use, allowing the source and volume to be quickly changed as required. In addition, source, volume and functions can also be operated from the comfort of your chair with the supplied compact remote control.

  • AUTO-STANDBY

With auto-standby built in, MR1 will enter sleep mode after a short period of time if no signal is detected. This feature is particularly useful when using MR1 with your TV as they will automatically reactivate and sleep as required when the TV is turned on and off.

  • QUALITY SOUND EVERYWHERE

MR1 Mk2 is capable of providing great sound all around your home. Ideal to use with a turntable or TV, but add our optional power pack (BackPack) and you can also enjoy them outdoors on a summers day. In addition,  the master unit automatically switches to mono operation when the left stereo speaker is disconnected. As a single unit this makes MR1 extra portable and perfect for taking on holiday.

  • GET CONNECTED

On the control unit are both an analogue and digital inputs allowing auxiliary devices to be easily connected.  In particular, the digital optical input is ideal for connecting streaming devices such as Google Chromecast and it also provides the perfect connection point for most flat screen TV’s. MR1 also features a subwoofer output allowing an active subwoofer to be connected to provide extra dynamics and awesome movie sound.

  • BLUETOOTH AT ITS BEST

Bluetooth’s ease of use has made it the foremost method for wireless audio streaming, working with virtually all devices and leading music applications such as Spotify, Apple Music and BBC iPlayer. MR1 Mk2 with its high quality aptX Bluetooth receiver allows you to enjoy this technology at its very best with CD quality sound.

  • A MINI MARVEL

MR1 is a high fidelity speaker miniaturised and like larger high fidelity systems, its internal crossover plays a vital role in making it sound so good! Many compact speakers use a basic single component crossover for cost and ease of assemble, but for MR1 we’ve designed a multi component network using quality audio grade components throughout.

  • BEAUTIFUL AND ENDURING

MR1 Mk3 features an attractive fixed inset grille clad in a unique British milled fabric from Camira. This timeless and resilient material, was one of just a few that met our requirement for both its attractive contemporary look and excellent acoustic properties.

REVIEWS & AWARDS

We are delighted to announce that the new MR1s have been awarded the full five stars in the latest issue of What Hi-Fi magazine. They commented, "The Mk2s sound lush and smooth while also being articulate. They convey the mood of songs faithfully, too – an impressive feat for wireless speakers." 

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