Pro-ject Metallica (Pick It S2C) Turntable

The Pro-Ject Metallica Artist Series Turntable is a special-order, limited-edition belt-drive turntable available at Vinyl Sound, an authorized Pro-Ject dealer in Toronto, Canada. Designed in collaboration with Metallica and handmade in Europe, the turntable features a massive MDF plinth finished with a mirror-polished metal top plate bearing the Metallica logo contour — a collector's aesthetic that extends to a genuine audiophile platform. The 8.6-inch S-shaped aluminum tonearm ships with a pre-installed Pick it S2 C integrated cartridge and SME-style detachable headshell, with full adjustment of tracking force, anti-skating, and VTA. Electronic speed control covers 33, 45, and 78rpm. Browse the full Pro-Ject turntable lineup at Vinyl Sound.

Metallica Artist Series Design

Pro-Ject's design team worked directly with Metallica's creative team to develop the visual identity of this table. The mirror-finished metal top plate is engraved with the Metallica logo contour, giving the plinth a distinctly different character from any standard production turntable. The MDF plinth is built to the same structural specification as Pro-Ject's production turntables: height-adjustable TPE-damped aluminum feet, a metal drive pulley, and a glass platter rather than acrylic — a material that reduces platter resonance and increases rotational mass for improved speed stability. This is both a display piece and a functional record player capable of playing 78rpm shellac records alongside modern vinyl.

8.6-Inch S-Arm, Glass Platter, and Pick it S2 C Cartridge

The 8.6-inch S-shaped aluminum tonearm uses an SME-style headshell fitting, which allows the pre-installed Pick it S2 C cartridge assembly to be swapped without tools or re-alignment: remove the integrated headshell, install a replacement, set tracking force and anti-skating. The tonearm's 7.5g effective mass suits medium-to-high compliance cartridges across the MM and MC categories. The glass platter runs on a precision stainless steel axle in a bronze bushing and is driven by a precision belt from a metal drive pulley connected to an electronically controlled motor. Belt-drive keeps motor vibration physically separated from the platter, and the electronic speed control maintains pitch stability across 33, 45, and 78rpm.

Key Features

• Massive MDF plinth with mirror-finished metal top plate in unique Metallica design
• Height-adjustable aluminum feet with TPE damping
• Heavy glass platter on aluminum sub-platter
• Precision stainless steel axle in bronze bushing platter bearing
• Metal drive pulley with precision belt drive
• Electronic speed control — 33 / 45 / 78 rpm
• 8.6-inch S-shaped aluminum tonearm with SME-style detachable headshell
• Pick it S2 C cartridge pre-installed and factory-aligned
• Fully adjustable VTA, tracking force, and anti-skating
• Semi-symmetrical phono cable with integrated grounding wire and gold-plated RCA connectors
• 78rpm belt, 45rpm adapter, and felt mat included
• Special order — handmade in Europe

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Pro-Ject Metallica Turntable a limited edition or permanently available?

The Pro-Ject Metallica Artist Series Turntable is a special-order product with limited production runs. It is not a standard catalogue item and availability can change without notice. Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada carries it as a special order — contact Vinyl Sound directly to confirm current lead time and availability before purchasing.

Does the Pro-Ject Metallica Turntable come with a cartridge?

Yes. The Metallica turntable ships with the Pick it S2 C cartridge pre-installed and factory-aligned on the SME-style detachable headshell. No additional setup is required to begin playing records out of the box beyond connecting the phono cable to a phono stage and setting tracking force.

Can I swap the cartridge on the Pro-Ject Metallica Turntable?

Yes. The 8.6-inch tonearm uses an SME-style detachable headshell, allowing the entire cartridge-and-headshell assembly to be swapped without tools or re-alignment. Any SME-compatible headshell with a cartridge weighing within the arm's compatible range can be substituted. The tonearm's 7.5g effective mass suits medium-to-high compliance MM and MC cartridges. Browse cartridges at Vinyl Sound for compatible options.

Which accessories would enhance listening on the Pro-Ject Metallica Turntable?

The Metallica turntable ships ready to play with the Pick it S2 C cartridge, felt mat, 45rpm adapter, and 78rpm belt included. The most meaningful additions are: (1) a phono stage matched to the Pick it S2 C's output; (2) a higher-performance replacement cartridge if you outgrow the included one — the SME headshell makes swapping straightforward; and (3) a quality RCA phono cable upgrade. Contact Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada for a system-matched accessories recommendation.

What phono stage should I pair with the Pro-Ject Metallica Turntable?

The included Pick it S2 C cartridge works with any standard phono stage that accepts MM or MC input at the appropriate gain and loading. For a compact, sonically appropriate match, Pro-Ject's own Phono Box range integrates well with this platform. Browse phono preamplifiers at Vinyl Sound, or contact Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada for a recommendation based on your amplifier and system.

Does the Pro-Ject Metallica Turntable play 78rpm records?

Yes. The Metallica turntable supports 33, 45, and 78rpm via electronic speed control, and a 78rpm belt is included in the box. To play 78rpm shellac records properly, you also need a 78rpm stylus — the standard LP stylus included with the Pick it S2 C will damage shellac grooves. Contact Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada for 78rpm stylus options.

Where to buy the Pro-Ject Metallica Turntable in Toronto, Canada?

The Pro-Ject Metallica Artist Series Turntable is available as a special order at Vinyl Sound, an authorized Pro-Ject dealer in Toronto, Canada. Contact Vinyl Sound to confirm current lead time and availability, as production runs are limited.