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Henley Audio | Pro-Ject Announce a new standard in Entry-level | Welcome to Henley Audio
Pro-Ject's new E1.2 is a £249 fully manual turntable that strips away modern conveniences like Bluetooth and USB to focus on core analogue sound quality, drawing philosophical inspiration from the company's original 1991 turntable that helped spark the vinyl revival. The deck features significant upgrades over its predecessor including a heavier die-cast aluminium platter with damping, an improved sub-platter, and a new low-mass cartridge with neodymium magnet, all mounted on a rigid composite fibre plinth and handmade in Europe. Pro-Ject positions it as an accessible entry point for newcomers to vinyl that pairs with modern integrated amps and active speakers already equipped with phono stages, backed by a 25-year spare parts guarantee.
E1.2 – Pro-Ject Audio Systems
The E1.2 is an entry-level turntable handmade in the Czech Republic that arrives pre-adjusted and ready to play out of the box, featuring a premium MM cartridge, heavy 730g die-cast aluminum platter, and CNC-machined tonearm designed to deliver warm, smooth sound without requiring technical setup. It's available in three variants—standard, with built-in phono preamp, or with Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity—and comes in multiple finishes including wood, black, and white, with optional satin color options for the Bluetooth model. The design prioritizes simplicity and quality components over complexity, emphasizing solid engineering and low background noise at an accessible price point.
OBI3 G2 Turntable with Bluetooth and Phono Preamp | Kanto Audio
The OBI3 G2 features a built-in speed sensor that constantly monitors the motor to ensure absolute timing accuracy.
70s Motown Albums You Need To Know: Overlooked Soul Classics Rediscovered
Motown Records released numerous sophisticated albums throughout the 1970s that have been overshadowed by the label's reputation for singles and by a handful of canonical works like Marvin Gaye's *What's Going On*. Across releases by The Temptations, Valerie Simpson, the Commodores, Eddie Kendricks, Jackson 5, and others, the label produced mature, inventive soul and funk albums that rivaled the artistic ambition of rock's progressive and singer-songwriter movements, yet have largely escaped critical reassessment. The piece surveys these overlooked records track by track, demonstrating that Motown's album legacy extends far beyond its most celebrated titles and deserves serious recovery.
Outgrown Your Starter Record Player? Here’s How to Shop for a Quality Turntable.
Belt-drive turntables are cheaper and isolate the platter from motor vibration but require periodic belt replacement, while direct-drive systems offer consistent speed and superior reliability at higher cost, with DJs favoring them for their precision. Beyond motor type, buyers should consider whether they need a built-in phono preamp (convenient for beginners, but external preamps offer more flexibility), the quality of the phono cartridge (which significantly affects sound and is replaceable), and optional features like Bluetooth connectivity (which digitizes the signal but adds flexibility) and USB digitization capability. Ease-of-use factors like speed adjustment, tonearm tracking force adjustment, cue levers, and auto-return functions vary by model and should match your priorities and listening habits.
The Best Vintage Turntables That You Can (Maybe) Still Buy
Vintage turntables attract buyers primarily for their aesthetic appeal, nostalgic value, and affordability compared to modern equivalents, though they typically require restoration work and won't match the sound quality of contemporary models. The article identifies iconic models from the 1970s and '80s like the Linn Sondek LP12 and Technics SP-10, explaining that sourcing these requires patience and research through secondhand marketplaces, with potential restoration costs that may exceed the original purchase price. Success in buying vintage hi-fi depends on communicating with sellers to understand a turntable's condition and consulting local shops about repair feasibility before committing to a purchase.
How to Build a Hi-Fi Turntable System for Less than $1,000
The piece explains that vinyl's resurgence has made it easy and affordable to build a complete turntable system, breaking down the four essential components (turntable, phono preamp, amplifier, and speakers) and how they work together. It then presents three different budget-friendly system configurations under $1,000, each combining components in different ways: an integrated turntable paired with a wireless powered speaker, a turntable with separate external preamp and powered speakers, and a turntable with an integrated amplifier and passive speakers that allows for future upgrades.
The Complete Guide to All of Pro-Ject’s Excellent Turntables
Pro-Ject, an Austrian company founded in 1991, manufactures turntables ranging from budget-friendly entry-level models ($300–$500) to ultra-premium audiophile systems (over $16,000), all designed around the founder's goal of making high-quality vinyl playback accessible across price points. The company achieves competitive pricing by producing most components in-house across facilities in Austria, Czech Republic, and Slovakia, and integrating its own phono stages, DACs, and amplifiers directly into turntables. The guide walks through Pro-Ject's major product lines—from the E1 and Primary series for beginners, through mid-range options like the T Series and Debut line, to high-end alternatives like the RPM Carbon and X Series, concluding with premium offerings like the Signature series for discerning audiophiles.
Wireless Vinyl: How I Got a Record Player Connected to Our AirPlay Music System [Updated]
The author describes a DIY solution for playing vinyl records wirelessly throughout a home using modern AirPlay-compatible speaker systems, since no manufacturers offer AirPlay-ready turntables. By combining a standard turntable with a built-in preamp, a Bluetooth audio transmitter, a Bluetooth receiver, and Mac software utilities (Line-In and AirFoil), he created a system that routes vinyl audio from a game room turntable to speakers in multiple rooms across the house. While admittedly a workaround, the setup successfully enables the nostalgic experience of playing physical records on demand anywhere in the home.
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Edwards Music!
Edwards Music is a music store, likely specializing in records and audio equipment.