Turntables — Pro-Ject Xtension 9 Evolution

The Xtension 9 Evolution is a flagship belt-drive turntable from Pro-Ject, built with serious chassis mass reflecting the brand's most accomplished current analogue playback engineering. The Xtension 9 Evolution brings Pro-Ject's flagship-tier engineering to a substantial turntable platform.

Key specs that matter

Two speeds are supported - 33 and 45rpm - via belt drive using a DC motor. Signal-to-noise ratio is 73dB. At 465 x 185 x 350mm and 17kg, the Xtension 9 Evolution represents Pro-Ject's most substantial current turntable commitment, reflecting serious internal chassis and platter engineering.

Sound and use context

Expect stable, low-noise rotation reflecting the substantial 17kg chassis mass, consistent with Pro-Ject's broader flagship-tier engineering ambition applied to this considerable turntable platform.

Pairing

Buyers should confirm tonearm and cartridge compatibility directly with Pro-Ject or an authorised dealer to complete this flagship turntable's analogue front end.

Alternatives

Pro-Ject's own X8 B and Signature 10 sit within the same broader flagship-tier catalogue, worth comparing directly to find the right Pro-Ject flagship turntable for a specific system.