Pro-Ject Essential III George Harrison, Special Edition Turntable-Complete Features/User Instruction
- June 4, 2024
- Pro-Ject
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Pro-Ject Essential III George Harrison, Special Edition Turntable
Specifications
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Product Dimensions
12.99 x 16.54 x 4.41 inches -
Item Weight
11 pounds -
Connectivity Technology
RCA -
Material
Engineered Wood -
Motor Type
DC Motor -
Power Consumption
4.5 Watts -
Signal Format
Analog -
Voltage
15 -
Brand
Pro-Ject
Introduction
Your Essential III turntable has been handcrafted and rigorously tested by skilled technicians to give you years of enjoyable, trouble-free service. One of the most influential musicians in modern history, George Harrison, is featured on this unique Pro-Ject Audio Systems and Universal Music Group collaboration! Essential III, an evolution of a milestone, serves as the turntable. A top-notch MDF frame, an acrylic platter, an Ortofon OM10 cartridge, a precision diamond-cut aluminum pulley, and a totally reworked motor control are just a few of the high-end, audiophile components it includes. Like George Harrison’s music, it has a dynamic yet soothing tone that is both musical and intricate, making them the ideal partners in crime.
Important
Your turntable was shipped partially disassembled in order to avoid damage to
sensitive parts. Please check immediately to make sure that neither the
packaging nor the device was damaged in transit. If you are missing parts or
if the unit is damaged, please do not operate and contact your dealer.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Controls, features and connections
- PLATTER & FELT MAT
- DRIVE PULLEY
- DRIVE BELT
- TONEARM COUNTERWEIGHT (4a) DOWNFORCE SCALE
- TONEARM LIFT LEVER
- TONEARM REST (66) REMOVABLE TRANSPORT LOCK
- TONEARM TUBE
- HEADSHELL WITH FINGER LIFT AND PRE-MOUNTED ORTOFON OM10
- ANTI-SKATING WEIGHT WITH WIRE
- ANTI-SKATING WEIGHT SUPPORT HOOP
- ANTI-SKATING STUB WITH AN ADJUSTMENT SCALE
- LID
- LID HINGES
- HINGE FASTENERS
- POWER SUPPLY SOCKET
Accessories
- ANTI-SKATING WEIGHT
- HOOK TOOL FOR SPEED CHANGE
- SINGLE ADAPTOR
- ALLEN KEY 1,5mm
- COUNTERWEIGHT no. 00
- TWO-POINT CARTRIDGE ALIGNMENT PROTRACTOR
- UNIVERSAL POWER SUPPLY
- CONNECTION CABLE (CONNECT IT E RCA)
- INSTRUCTION FOR USE
SETUP
Platter and drive belt installation
Please remove the brown paper insert which holds the platter in the transport
position. Put the felt mat on the top of the platter. Install the drive belt
as shown in the following illustration.
Cartridge installation, stylus exchange
If you purchased this turntable in a package that included the cartridge,
this has already been done for you. Install the cartridge into the aluminum
headshell, using the appropriate hardware included with your cartridge. All
cartridges with half-inch mounting holes can be fitted.
Switching on and off
Pressing the ON/OFF switch alternately starts or stops the motor.
Changing replay speed
To play 45 r.p.m., put the drive belt over the larger diameter part of the
motor pulley. To revert to 33 r.p.m. repeat the proceedings using the smaller
step on the pulley.
Connection to the amplifier
The record player has a captive tonearm signal lead for connection to the
amplifier. Use the Phono input on your amplifier. Make sure that the phono
input offers correct matching and amplification for the type of cartridge
used. Line inputs (such as CD, Tuner, Tape, or Video) are not suitable. Take
care to connect the left and right channels correctly. The right channel is
usually marked red, the
left channel black or white. Check the manual supplied with your amplifier for
relevant information. The earthing wire of the tonearm lead should be
connected to the earth terminal on your amplifier (if provided).
If your amplifier does not have an input suitable for phono cartridges you will require a separate phono amplifier stage for MM or MC cartridges which is then connected between the record player and a free line level input of the amplifier.
Service
Should you encounter a problem that you are not able to alleviate or identify
despite the above information, please contact your dealer for further advice.
Only when the problem cannot be resolved
there should the unit be sent to the responsible distributor in your country.
Guarantee repairs will only be affected if the unit is returned correctly
packaged. For this reason, we recommend keeping the original packaging.
Never return a record player without making sure that is it safely disassembled and correctly packaged in the original packaging according to the diagrams on the last page of this user guide. Please remove these parts and pack them separately: lid, counterweight, anti-skating weight, and belt. Fit the cartridge protection cap and the transport lock for the tonearm tube, prior to carefully packaging the record player.
Warranty
The manufacturer accepts no responsibility for damage caused by not
adhering to these instructions for use and/or by transportation without the
original packaging. Modification or change to any part of the product by
unauthorized persons, release the manufacturer from any liability over and
above the lawful rights of the customer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does it come with a dust cover?
Yes, it comes with a dust cover. It’s a great turntable.
Is there a Bluetooth version with an acrylic platter and carbon tonearm?
No, there is not a model that offers a Bluetooth Audio output with that feature set. You can always add a Phono preamp with a built-in Bluetooth transmitter if you’d like to add Bluetooth Capability and Acrylic platters are available as an upgrade for most Pro-Ject turntables
How does it compare to the project debut esprit sb?
Sorry, I have no idea. This is my first Pro-Ject turntable. I mainly purchased it because of the George Harrison aspect but I had read great reviews about the Pro-Ject turntables so I had no doubts about purchasing this model. I’ve been very pleased with the turntable. Sorry I couldn’t provide you with a comparison review.
Can you use Bluetooth speakers?
No, this model does not offer a Bluetooth Audio output. You can always add a Phono preamp with a built-in Bluetooth transmitter if you’d like to add Bluetooth Capability
Is it any different than the Sgt pepper version of the project essential iii? there’s a $100 difference.
No difference other than artwork.
I’ve had the direct drive tt Staton t92 USB and it has done very well for me over the years, how well does this belt drive compare overall?
Honestly, I have no idea as this is my very first turntable and I have never heard the audio from a Staton. I did dabble with two older Technic direct drive turntables but did not own them . What I can tell you is that it is an amazing-sounding piece of equipment. The first album I played was the first pressing of George Harrison’s All Things Must Pass and the sheer dynamic range made it sound like I was using some of the older Dynaudio speakers with a Krell separate system ( I worked at a hi-fi shop named The Sound Factor in Encino, CA in the early 2000s). And all I was using was a Rotel integrated amp and B&W 603s.
Does this turntable come with a built-in phono preamp?
No, you’ll need a stereo receiver with a phono input or better an external phono preamp like our Phono Box S2.
I’m setting up this stylus (Ortofon om10) its recommended weight is 1.5 from what i read on the official page, should my scale read 1.5 or 1.50
Not sure what type of scale you’re using but when I weigh mine on my digital it reads 1.50
Hi, do you know if this turntable has a built-in pre-amp?
No it doesn’t. I purchased a Pro-Ject Tube Pre-Amp with this turntable and together it’s a very warm, full sound.
is this a full fledge Essential 3? Why is the price so low?
Yes, it’s the real McCoy alright! Price is low because a lot of people would feel that the artwork is too wild.
Does this turntable accept Bluetooth speakers?
This turntable has no Bluetooth sender built in. To connect it to a Bluetooth speaker use a Phono stage with Bluetooth, f.e. our Phono Box E BT.
Does this come with a hard plastic dustcover?
Yes
Is this just 33/45 or will it do 78’s also?
It’s just for 33/45 rpm records. Not made for 78 rpm. Overall, a great turntable.