The X8B turntable is a true high-end solution with important technical features adapted from the Xtension 9 and 10.
The TPE cushioned mass loaded platter is high precision and is machined and balanced from a single piece of aluminum, held by a neodymium magnet that decreases and measures the load on the bearing, this leads to a smoothly rotating base for perfect speed stability.
The Ject 9cc EVO carbon arm has been ported to the X8 as well. The main differences with the Xtension 9 and 10 are on the top of the main plate and the magnetic feet. Instead of the vinyl top glued to the plate, we go back to using non-slip mats.
The X8B comes with our felt dart mat. On the Xtension 9 and 10 you can't really play around with using different mats because of the vinyl top. This customization capability returns to the X8 and offers a few more options to tailor the sound to your taste.
The new feet are made of aluminum and allow for adjustable height adjustment. The magnetic suspension has been changed to a TPE damping technology, which is very effective in decoupling the X8 from the surface on which it is placed. This is a great option for a tighter budget as the new feet are quicker and easier to set up than magnetic feet and also require less maintenance.
Of course, we offer a great MC moving coil cartridge, Ortofon Quintet Black, included in the price.
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We recommend using our DS3 B Phono Box preamp or any of the RS/RS2 series, which are fully configured for pure True Balanced analog sound. This leads to higher dynamics, less noise and better signal-to-noise ratio. You'll be able to hear parts of your music that literally weren't there before.
Characteristics:
- New metallic special edition.
- Balanced audio output via 5-pin Mini XLR.
- Includes pre-tuned Ortofon Quintet Black MC type capsule.
- 15kg belt drive platter.
- Pro-Ject 9cc Evolution carbon arm.
- High mass MDF chassis.
- Precision-damped and balanced 5.1kg aluminum platter.
- Inverted bearing with ceramic tip and magnetic support.
- Electronic speed control for 33 and 45 rpm.
- Height-adjustable metal feet with TPE cushioning.
- Includes Mini XLR 5 Pin to RCA interconnection cable.
- Mini XLR 5 Pin to XLR True Balanced cable option available separately.
- External 15V / 0.8A DC power supply included.
- Dimensions with lid closed: 465 x 150 x 350 mm (width x height x depth).
- Dimensions with open box: 465 x 415 x 420 mm (width x height x depth).
- Ride: 15 kg.
- Dust cover included.
- Handmade in Europe.
Ask us if you want to take advantage of the True Balanced properties by connecting this turntable to a dedicated phono preamp with balanced input from Pro-Ject at a special price.
