Pro-ject Debut Evo 2 Hi-Fi Turntable
$999.99
Product Details
The Pro-Ject Debut EVO 2 is a belt-drive turntable available at Vinyl Sound, an authorized Pro-Ject dealer in Toronto, Canada. It updates the Debut Carbon EVO with three platform improvements: a 1.7kg CNC-machined aluminum platter with TPE damping ring (eliminating the magnetic interaction risk of the previous steel platter with MC cartridges), a heavier nickel-plated aluminum tonearm bearing block borrowed from the Debut PRO B, and a TPE-damped counterweight. The included Pick it MM EVO is a new moving magnet cartridge developed in collaboration with Ortofon, optimized for the Debut EVO 2's specific platter and arm combination. Electronic speed change covers 33 and 45rpm; the balanced-capable RCA outputs can be run in balanced mode with an RCA-to-mini-XLR cable and a compatible phono stage. Browse the full Pro-Ject turntable lineup at Vinyl Sound.
Aluminum Platter with TPE Damping and Upgraded Bearing Block
The switch from a steel to an aluminum platter in the Debut EVO 2 eliminates the risk of magnetic interaction between the platter and moving coil cartridges — a known issue with the steel platter on the Debut Carbon EVO, where strong MC magnets could induce eddy currents or tracking instability. The 1.7kg aluminum platter is CNC-machined and precision-balanced with a TPE ring machined into the underside rim, which both damps metal-platter resonance and increases rotational stability via the flywheel effect. The new bearing block — the same design as used on the Debut PRO B — adds mass that pulls unwanted resonance away from the armtube and provides a more stable tonearm pivot. A TPE-damped counterweight further reduces armtube resonance at the stub interface. Adaptive anti-skating adjusts automatically as groove conditions change from outer to inner groove.
Pick it MM EVO Cartridge and Balanced-Capable Output
The Pick it MM EVO is a moving magnet cartridge developed specifically for the Debut EVO 2's sonic signature, voiced in collaboration with Ortofon for immediacy and dynamic impact. With a 7mV output, it is compatible with any standard MM phono stage at 47kΩ. The EVO 2's RCA outputs are wired symmetrically (semi-balanced), meaning the signal can be transmitted in balanced mode via an RCA-to-mini-XLR cable to a compatible phono stage such as the Pro-Ject Phono Box S3 B, DS3 B, or Tube Box DS3 B — providing noise cancellation and improved channel separation without requiring a dedicated balanced output. The table ships with a premium semi-symmetrical RCA phono cable.
Key Features
- 8-coat hand-painted MDF chassis — available in 10 finishes including satin red wine, blue, green, yellow, walnut veneer; gloss black, white, red
- 1.7 kg, 300mm CNC-machined aluminum platter with TPE damping ring — MC-safe
- Stainless steel axle in bronze bushing platter bearing
- Height-adjustable TPE-damped metal feet (3 point, CNC-machined with TPE pods)
- Motor suspension with improved TPE damping
- Internal DC/AC generator — clean sine wave motor drive
- Electronic speed change: 33 / 45 rpm
- 8.6-inch one-piece carbon fiber tonearm — ABEC 7 gimbal bearing
- Nickel-plated aluminum bearing block (Debut PRO B spec)
- TPE-damped counterweight
- Adaptive anti-skating mechanism
- Pick it MM EVO MM cartridge — factory pre-adjusted
- Balanced-capable RCA/ground output (semi-symmetrical wiring)
- Premium semi-symmetrical phono cable with gold-plated RCA connectors
- Dustcover and 7-inch singles adapter included
- Handmade in Europe
Technical Specifications
| Speeds | 33 / 45 rpm (electronic speed change) |
| Drive | Belt drive with electronic speed regulation |
| Wow & flutter | ±0.16% (33rpm); ±0.14% (45rpm) |
| Speed drift | ±0.40% (33rpm); ±0.50% (45rpm) |
| Signal-to-noise | 68 dB |
| Platter | 1.7 kg, 300mm CNC-machined aluminum with TPE damping ring |
| Platter bearing | Stainless steel axle in bronze bushing |
| Tonearm | 8.6", one-piece carbon fiber — ABEC 7 gimbal bearing |
| Effective arm length | 218.5 mm |
| Effective arm mass | 10 g |
| Overhang | 18.5 mm |
| Cartridge | Pick it MM EVO (MM, factory pre-adjusted) |
| Phono output | Balanced-capable RCA/ground (semi-symmetrical) |
| Power supply | 15V DC / 0.8A (included) |
| Power consumption | 4W (0W standby) |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 415 x 113 x 320 mm (16.34" x 4.45" x 12.60") |
| Weight | 6 kg (13.23 lbs) |
| Finishes | Satin: red wine, black, blue, green, white, yellow, walnut veneer; gloss: black, white, red |
| Origin | Handmade in Europe |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the Pro-Ject Debut EVO 2 and Debut Carbon EVO?
The Debut EVO 2 upgrades three key components over the Debut Carbon EVO: the steel platter is replaced with a 1.7kg aluminum platter (eliminating MC cartridge magnetic interaction risk), the tonearm bearing block is heavier and nickel-plated (Debut PRO B spec), and a TPE-damped counterweight is fitted. The Debut EVO 2 does not support 78rpm, while the Debut Carbon EVO does. Both are available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada.
Does the Pro-Ject Debut EVO 2 support 78rpm playback?
No. The Debut EVO 2 supports 33 and 45rpm electronic speed change only. If 78rpm playback is required, the Debut Carbon EVO, Debut PRO B, or Debut PRO S are the appropriate alternatives within the Debut family. Contact Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada for guidance on which model fits your needs.
What should I look for when buying a Pro-Ject turntable on a budget?
The most important factors are platter material and mass, tonearm construction, and whether the motor uses electronic speed regulation. The Debut EVO 2 addresses all three: a 1.7kg aluminum platter with TPE damping, an 8.6-inch carbon fiber tonearm with an upgraded bearing block, and DC/AC generator-regulated motor speed. At its price point it offers engineering typically found at a higher cost. Contact Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada to compare it against the Debut Carbon EVO and T2 range.
Which accessories would enhance listening on the Pro-Ject Debut EVO 2?
The EVO 2 ships with the Pick it MM EVO, semi-symmetrical RCA cable, dustcover, and 7-inch adapter. The most impactful upgrades are: (1) an RCA-to-mini-XLR cable and compatible phono stage to unlock the balanced-capable output; (2) a record cleaning kit to protect the cartridge stylus; and (3) Damp-it isolation pods for the feet if the table is on a floor-standing rack. Contact Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada for a system-matched accessories recommendation.
What phono stage should I pair with the Pro-Ject Debut EVO 2?
The Pick it MM EVO requires a standard MM phono stage (47kΩ). For balanced operation via the RCA-to-mini-XLR connection, a phono stage with mini XLR balanced inputs is needed — the Pro-Ject Phono Box S3 B, DS3 B, or Tube Box DS3 B are compatible options. Browse phono preamplifiers at Vinyl Sound, or contact Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada for a recommendation.
Can I use an MC cartridge with the Pro-Ject Debut EVO 2?
Yes — and the aluminum platter specifically makes the EVO 2 a better MC platform than the steel-platter Debut Carbon EVO. MC cartridges use stronger magnets that can interact with steel platters; the aluminum platter eliminates this risk. The 10g effective arm mass suits low-to-medium compliance MC cartridges. Browse cartridges at Vinyl Sound for compatible options.
Where to buy the Pro-Ject Debut EVO 2 in Toronto, Canada?
The Pro-Ject Debut EVO 2 is available at Vinyl Sound, an authorized Pro-Ject dealer in Toronto, Canada. Contact Vinyl Sound to confirm current stock and available finish options before ordering.
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