The three positions – left 33 rpm, center off, and right 45 rpm – are not marked, however, so you’ll need to exercise muscle memory when you turn on the player. The Pro-Ject manages gear changes in an innovative way: with a three-way rocker placed under the base. The finger lift (the protruding bit at the end of the tone arm) is a bit too flat and wide, making it harder to grip than other models. While the carbon fiber tonearm looks sleek, the fact that it’s one piece can make it a bit more difficult to use. Note that all of my listening tests below were from the US version UK and Australian versions will sound different. In the United States, the EVO is pre-assembled with the Sumiko Rainier phono cartridge (little brother of the Olympia), while in the UK and Australia it is equipped with the Ortofon 2M Red. Doing the same on Fluance’s acrylic platter didn’t sound at all. Hitting with a knuckle on the platter still made it resonate, even with the felt briefs, and especially around the middle. The turntable has been moistened with TPE (thermoplastic elastomer) lining the edge, which contributes to the impressive weight of the turntable. The turntable features a suspension system borrowed from the high-end X1, supporting a heavy 3.7-pound aluminum platter. Additionally, Pro-Ject offers nine different finish options including Forest Green and Canary Yellow. It features a one-piece carbon fiber tonearm, adjustable feet, and electronic gear selection (no need to remove the platter anymore, more on that soon). The Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO offers features suitable for audiophiles.
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The new EVO version ($ 500, £ 449 and AU $ 879) is a worthy update and one of the best ways to spend on a record player. The original Debut Carbon has received accolades since its appearance over ten years ago. The EVO combines excellent playback quality with a selection of extras that you won’t even see on some more expensive players like the Rega Planar 3. Both models outperform the cheaper models with solid build quality and advanced features, but in the end I preferred the Pro-Ject over Fluance – it sounded more musical and seemed more enjoyable to use. I compared the EVO to another turntable in this price range, the Fluance RT85.
Sounds less exciting than the Fluance RT85.
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