Project E1.2 Turntable

Pro-Ject E1.2 Turntable

The Pro-Ject E1.2 Turntable is an easy-to-use, audiophile-grade manual record player designed for music lovers who want to enjoy vinyl with genuine Hi-Fi sound quality without a complicated setup. Handmade in Europe, the E1.2 combines a minimalist design with carefully engineered components, including a 730g die-cast aluminium platter, precision aluminium tonearm and factory-fitted Pro-Ject Pick it MM E moving magnet cartridge.

Designed as a plug-and-play turntable, the Pro-Ject E1.2 arrives with the cartridge, tracking force and anti-skating settings pre-adjusted at the factory. This makes it an excellent choice for someone buying their first serious turntable as well as an experienced vinyl listener looking for a simple and well-engineered record player.

The E1.2 plays both 33 and 45 RPM records and features electronic speed change, allowing you to switch speeds conveniently without manually moving the drive belt. Its belt-drive system, damped DC motor, precision main bearing and vibration-reducing construction are designed to provide stable and enjoyable vinyl playback.

For customers looking to buy a Pro-Ject E1.2 Turntable in India, it offers an attractive combination of European manufacturing, straightforward operation and genuine Hi-Fi engineering.

Key Features and Benefits of the Project E1.2 Turntable

• 730g die-cast aluminium platter provides a stable, low-resonance platform for vinyl playback
• Factory-fitted Pro-Ject Pick it MM E moving magnet cartridge
• Conical diamond stylus designed for warm and smooth reproduction
• 8.6-inch aluminium tonearm with precision bearing system
• Factory-adjusted tracking force and anti-skating for easy setup
• Belt-drive design with damped DC motor
• Electronic selection between 33 and 45 RPM speeds
• Precision glass-fibre reinforced ABS sub-platter
• Stainless steel main bearing axle operating in a bronze bushing
• Damping feet help isolate the turntable from external vibration
• Quality phono cable for connection to a suitable phono input or external phono preamplifier
• Acrylic dust cover included
• Handmade in Europe

730g Die-Cast Aluminium Platter

One of the important upgrades in the Pro-Ject E1.2 is its 730g die-cast aluminium main platter.

A turntable platter needs to rotate consistently while providing a stable platform for the record. The E1.2 platter is reworked and precision-balanced during manufacturing to help it spin evenly.

Its relatively high mass and aluminium construction also provide an anti-resonant platform for vinyl playback. This helps reduce unwanted vibration that could otherwise interfere with the cartridge as it tracks the record groove.

Beneath the main platter is a precision glass-fibre reinforced ABS sub-platter, forming part of the carefully engineered drive system.

Pro-Ject Pick it MM E Cartridge

The E1.2 comes ready to play with Pro-Ject’s Pick it MM E moving magnet cartridge already installed and adjusted.

The Pick it MM E uses a miniature neodymium generator magnet and a low-mass design intended to improve tracking accuracy. Its conical diamond stylus provides a warm, smooth presentation with low background noise, making it well suited to everyday vinyl listening and a wide range of musical genres.

The cartridge has an output voltage of 3.8mV and is designed for a standard 47kOhm moving magnet phono input.

As the cartridge is factory fitted and aligned, new users do not have to deal with cartridge installation and alignment before playing their first record.

Precision 8.6-Inch Aluminium Tonearm

A good tonearm needs to allow the cartridge to follow the record groove accurately and consistently. Pro-Ject equips the E1.2 with an 8.6-inch aluminium tonearm with an effective mass of 7g.

Its heavy-mass gimbal design incorporates a precision bearing system engineered for smooth movement and stable tracking.

The oversized counterweight is positioned close to the tonearm’s moving components, helping optimise balance and tracking.

Most importantly for beginners, Pro-Ject’s technicians adjust the tracking force and anti-skating during production. This makes the E1.2 considerably easier to set up than a turntable that requires complete tonearm and cartridge adjustment by the owner.

Belt Drive with Electronic Speed Control

The Pro-Ject E1.2 is a belt-drive turntable with electronic speed control.

It supports the two most commonly used vinyl speeds:

• 33 RPM for standard LP albums
• 45 RPM for compatible singles and records

Electronic speed selection means you can change between 33 and 45 RPM without removing the platter and repositioning the drive belt.

The belt operates beneath the platter, while the damped DC motor and precision drive system are designed to keep motor-related vibration away from the cartridge and record.

Precision Main Bearing

At the centre of the E1.2 is a carefully engineered platter bearing using a stainless steel axle and ball in a bronze bushing.

This construction allows the platter to rotate smoothly while keeping mechanical noise low. Together with the precision sub-platter and balanced aluminium platter, the bearing contributes to stable record playback.

The E1.2 has a specified signal-to-noise ratio of 65dB, with wow and flutter rated at ±0.23% at 33 RPM and ±0.21% at 45 RPM.

Clean, Minimalist European Design

The Pro-Ject E1.2 follows the company’s familiar minimalist approach to turntable design.

Instead of adding unnecessary electronics or complicated controls, the standard E1.2 concentrates on the mechanical elements required for quality vinyl reproduction.

The CNC-machined chassis construction avoids hollow spaces that could contribute unwanted resonances. Special damping feet further help decouple the turntable from the surface on which it is placed and reduce the possibility of acoustic feedback.

An acrylic dust cover is supplied to help protect the platter, tonearm and cartridge when the turntable is not being used.

At just 3.6kg and approximately 420mm wide, the E1.2 can be integrated comfortably into most stereo Hi-Fi systems.

Connectivity and Hi-Fi System Compatibility

The standard Pro-Ject E1.2 is designed for use with a moving magnet phono preamplifier.

If your integrated amplifier, stereo receiver or powered speaker system has a compatible MM PHONO input, the turntable can be connected to that input.

If your amplifier only has standard AUX, LINE or CD inputs, you will need a separate MM phono preamplifier between the E1.2 and your amplifier.

This is important because the standard E1.2 does not include a built-in phono preamplifier. Pro-Ject also produces separate E1.2 Phono and E1.2 BT versions for users requiring additional connectivity features.

Who Should Buy the Pro-Ject E1.2 Turntable?

The Pro-Ject E1.2 is particularly suitable for someone entering serious vinyl playback for the first time and wanting a turntable that is easy to set up without sacrificing proper Hi-Fi engineering.

It is also a good option for an existing vinyl listener looking for a straightforward manual belt-drive turntable without unnecessary digital features.

The factory-adjusted cartridge, tracking force and anti-skating make it especially appealing to users who do not want the complexity of setting up a tonearm and cartridge from scratch.

Pair it with a good integrated amplifier with an MM phono stage, or add a suitable external phono preamplifier, and the E1.2 can form the analogue source of a dedicated stereo music system.

Frequently Asked Questions for the Project E1.2 Turntable

1. Is the Pro-Ject E1.2 a good turntable for beginners?

Yes. The E1.2 is designed as a plug-and-play turntable. Its cartridge, tracking force and anti-skating are adjusted at the factory, reducing the amount of setup required by the owner.

2. Which cartridge comes with the Pro-Ject E1.2?

The E1.2 comes with the Pro-Ject Pick it MM E moving magnet cartridge, fitted with a conical diamond stylus.

3. Does the Pro-Ject E1.2 have a built-in phono preamp?

The standard E1.2 does not have a built-in phono preamplifier. It requires an amplifier with a suitable MM phono input or an external MM phono preamp. The separate E1.2 Phono model includes a switchable phono preamplifier.

4. Can the Pro-Ject E1.2 connect directly to powered speakers?

Only if the powered speakers have a compatible phono input. If they only have a normal line-level input, you will need an external MM phono preamplifier between the turntable and speakers.

5. Does the Pro-Ject E1.2 support 33 and 45 RPM records?

Yes. It supports both 33 and 45 RPM playback with convenient electronic speed selection.

6. Is the Pro-Ject E1.2 fully automatic?

No. The E1.2 is a manual turntable. You manually position the tonearm to begin playback and return it when the record has finished.

7. What type of platter does the E1.2 use?

It uses a 730g die-cast aluminium main platter that is reworked and precision-balanced to provide a stable, anti-resonant platform for records.

8. Does the Pro-Ject E1.2 come with a dust cover?

Yes. An acrylic dust cover is included with the turntable.

9. Where is the Pro-Ject E1.2 manufactured?

The E1.2 is handmade in Europe, with Pro-Ject identifying the turntable as handmade in the Czech Republic.

10. What are the dimensions and weight of the Pro-Ject E1.2?

The E1.2 measures approximately 420 x 112 x 330mm (W x H x D) and weighs 3.6kg net.

Buy Pro-Ject E1.2 Turntable in India

If you are looking for a well-engineered entry into proper vinyl Hi-Fi, the Pro-Ject E1.2 Turntable combines simple operation with quality components and European manufacturing. Its aluminium platter, Pick it MM E cartridge, precision tonearm, electronic speed selection and factory-adjusted setup make it easy to start enjoying your record collection.

Check the latest Pro-Ject E1.2 price in India and order online to add a dedicated audiophile belt-drive turntable to your stereo system.

Technical Specifications of the Project E1.2 Turntable