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Pro-Ject RM9.1 Turntable
The RM9.1 turntable is Pro-Ject's first step in to true high-end audio. Its fantastic 9cc tonearm is a steal. It uses a one-piece carbon headshell/armtube assembly that's virtually free of unwanted resonance. The turntable also features a massive acrylic platter, a precision-machined inverted bearing with a ceramic thrust-pad, a complex combination of plinth materials, and an sophisticated outboard motor. This package is as quiet as they come in this price range. Cartridge/turntable package discounts are available. See the drop-down menu below.
Pro-Ject RM9.1 Features
Tonearm bearing comprises inverted hardened stainless tips in ABEC7 spec ballraces
Headshell and conical armtube formed from a single carbon fibre workpiece
Armtube allows adjustment of needle azimuth despite fixed headshell
Vertical tracing angle adjustable
Acrylic platter with perimeter belt drive and brass record puck
Inverted main bearing with ceramic thrust-pad
Central metal block optimises centre of gravity
Sorbothane-damped aluminium cones
Drive motor housed in separate base
Pro-Ject 9cc tonearm
Nominal speeds 33 / 45 r.p.m
Record puck
Gold-plated RCA phono sockets
Dust cover available as optional extra
Plinth in dark grey piano-lacquer finish
Pro-Ject spirit level supplied
Pro-Ject RM9.1 Technical Data
Nominal speeds 33 / 45 r.p.m.
Dust cover Pro-Ject Cover it optional
Record weight yes
Motor in separate housing yes
RCA phono sockets yes
Sorbothane-damped aluminium cones yes
Central metal block yes
Granulate filled plinth yes
Tonearm Pro-Ject 9cc
Carbon-fibre headshell and armtube yes
Effective tonearm length 9 " (230mm)
Effective tonearm mass 8,5g
Overhang 18mm
Supplied counterweight cartridge weight 6 - 10g
Optional counterweights cartridge weights 11 - 15g, 8 - 11g, 5 - 8g
Downforce range 10 - 30mN
Speed variance ±0,5 %
Wow and flutter ±0,06 %
Signal to noise -73dB
Platter weight/diameter 3,5kg/300mm
Power supply type Mains-fed outboard power supply 100 - 110V, 60 cycles
Output voltage 16V/500mA AC
Power consumption 2W
Dimensions 440 x 180 x 325mm
Weight 10,5kg + motor unit 2kg
Pro-Ject RM9.1 Brochure
Pro-Ject RM9.1 User Manual
Pro-Ject 9cc Tonearm Details
The Absolute Sound Review of Pro-Ject RM9.1
SoundStage Review of Pro-Ject RM9 (predecessor to RM9.1)
"The Pro-Ject RPM 9 is a no-nonsense, well-made, attractive turntable that provides sound and build quality that are significantly higher than you’d expect for its price. It’s rare for me to so thoroughly enjoy using what is nearly a budget-priced component... In fact, the RPM 9 turntable raises some serious questions about value. The $1000 mark seems to be the dividing line between what are generally considered budget turntables and their more expensive brethren. There’s a sharp quality demarcation at that point, and my experience with the RPM 9 has shown me that you get a lot of extra quality and performance when you pony up the extra money. You might think that you should get more of everything if you’re increasing the price by 50%, but it’s important to consider that we’re talking about $500. I hate to be sound flippant or careless with your money, but when it comes to high-end audio $500 doesn’t buy much. However, in this case, that money buys you the difference between a good turntable and a near-great one... The Pro-Ject RPM 9 is highly recommended and a choice of this reviewer."
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