VSystem

The best companion for your favorite vinyls

The Pro-Ject product catalog is expanded with the fully automatic AUTOMAT A1 turntable, with which the pleasure of Hi-Fi stereo music can reach even more people - beginners and enthusiasts. Handmade in Germany, it combines the latest technology and Pro-Ject's ideas for new standards in the design of automatic turntables. Even the individual components are 98% made in Germany.

Pro-Ject AUTOMAT A1 - Introducing

The A1 has a fully automatic start/stop with the automatics being completely disengaged and decoupled during the entire runtime of the record. The fully mechanical automatics are engaged when you press start and the tonearm is automatically moved to the lead in groove of the record. Once playing, the automatics are completely taken out of the equation and do not affect the playback quality.

ULM Aluminium Tonearm

The A1 features an 8.3” ultra-light-mass aluminium tonearm. Together with the Ortofon OM10, which fits this design principle perfectly, we get extraordinary fast response and detail in terms of transients and microdynamics. Tracking force and anti-skating are factory pre-adjusted which make the A1 plug & play ready within a few seconds. This makes it perfect for vinyl beginners and experienced listeners alike as the sound quality is carried by all the audiophile features the A1 has on offer.

Ortofon OM 10 - Detailed Response & Microdynamics

A little-known fact is that the OM series of cartridges have their developmental roots and legacy in ultra-light-mass tonearm designs. Pre-fitted and adjusted in our factory, it is the perfect partner for your A1.

New Headshell - Carbon fibre reinforced

The headshell is made of carbon fibre reinforced polymer which is super stable and rigid, while keeping the weight super low. The composite material results in excellent internal damping of resonances.

Wood Chassis - Heavy and avoids hollow spaces

The chassis avoids hollow spaces wherever possible, with just enough space to precision fit all the inner workings of the A1. As a result, the chassis’ heavy mass reduces unwanted resonances to a minimum.

Damped Platter - Precision balanced aluminium

The damping ring on the inside adds weight and reduces resonances. In the last step the platter is turned and precision balanced to receive its fine edges and lowest wow and flutter deviations.

Semi-balanced RCA cable

To guarantee a perfect connection to your amp you will find a high-quality phono RCA cable in the box. Our Connect it E is a semi-balanced, low-capacitance cable, with superior shielding.

Built-in switchable preamp

If you don't have a phono preamplifier in your current HiFi setup you will benefit of the A1s built-in one. If you want to use another phono preamp, you can easliy switch it off.

33/45 RPM - Ready for singles & LPs

No need to change the belt position. Easily change speed with the push of only a single button & listen to your favourite LPs aswell as singles.

Automat Line - Handmade in Germany

The A1 is fully handmade in Germany and looks back on decades of experience. Paired with Pro-Ject technology, it sets new standards in automatic turntable design.

Features

• Precise mechanics with automated start and stop
• Pre-adjusted Ortofon OM 10 cartridge
• Built in, switchable phono preamp
• 8,3” black-aluminium ultra-light-mass tonearm
• Damped aluminium platter for decreased wow & flutter
• Special carbon fibre reinforced anti-magnetic headshell
• Resonance damped wooden chassis
• New feet with silicon damping
• Electronically controlled playback speeds
• Premium semi-symmetrical Connect it E phono cable
• Gold plated RCA cable connectors
• Dust cover included
• Handmade in Germany

What's in the box?

• AUTOMAT A1 with Ortofon OM 10 cartridge
• Directly soldered Connect it E Phono Cable
• Felt mat
• Dust cover
• Adapter for 7“ singles
• Power supply
• Allen key, stylus pressure gauge

Technical information

• Speed: 33, 45 (electronic speed change)
• Drive principle: belt drive, fully automatic
• Platter: damped aluminium platter
• Wow & flutter: 33: +/-0,27%; 45: +/-0,25%
• Speed drift: 33: +/-0,75%; 45: +/-0,65%
• Signal to noise: 65dB
• Tonearm: ultra-light-mass 8,3” aluminium tonearm
• Effective arm length: 211mm
• Overhang: 19,5mm
• Power consumption: 1,5W
• Dimensions: 430 x 130 x 365 mm (W x H x D)
• Weight: 5,6 kg net