Pro-Ject Essential III VS
Pioneer PL-30-K
- Brand - Pro-Ject
- Frequency Response, Hz - 20 - 20000
- Weight, Kg/pounds - 5.1/11.1
- Brand - Pioneer
- Frequency Response, Hz - 20 - 20000
- Weight, Kg/pounds - 5.6/12.3
Pros & Cons
Pro-Ject Essential III
VSPros
- This model outputs high-quality sound with the deep bass sound.
- Bluetooth output.
- The built quality is very high – it is heavy enough.
Cons
- The soundstage is quite narrow. It is not automatic.
Pioneer PL-30-K
VSPros
- Automatic operation for convenience
- Built-in phono preamp for easy connection
- Stylus upgrade available for better sound
- Sturdy construction for long-lasting performance
Cons
- Short output cables
- Non-replaceable cartridge
Specifications
| Specification | Pro-Ject Essential III | Pioneer PL-30-K |
|---|---|---|
| Motor | ||
| Speed, Rpm | 33.3, 45 | 33.3, 45 |
| Platter Type | aluminum diecast | aluminum diecast |
| Drive Method | belt | belt |
| Wow & Flutter (wrms), % | 0.2 | 0.1 |
| Torque | >4.5 kgf-cm | |
| Controls | ||
| Pitch Control | ||
| Operation Type | full manual | full automatic |
| Braking System | electronic | electronic |
| Pitch Variation, % | +/-0,7 | |
| Power | ||
| Power Consumption, W | 4,5 | 2 |
| Cartridge | ||
| Type | moving magnet (MM) | moving magnet (MM) |
| Supplied Headshell Weight, G | 5,5 | 10 |
| Appropriate Needle Pressure, G | 3 | 3,5 |
| Features | ||
| Other | has not | has not |
| 45 Rpm Adapter | ||
| Dust Cover | ||
| Sound | ||
| Output Level | 4 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec | 2.5 mV/±3 dB, 1 kHz |
| Gain | ||
| Signal To Noise Ratio, Db | 65 | 60 |
| Frequency Response, Hz | 20 - 20000 | 20 - 20000 |
| Stylus | ||
| Model | Ortofon OM10 | AT3600L |
| Type | moving magnet (MM) | moving magnet (MM) |
| Replaceable | ||
| Connections | ||
| Other | has not | has not |
| Rca | 1 | 1 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight, Kg/pounds | 5.1/11.1 | 5.6/12.3 |
| Size, Cm/inches | 9.5 x 41.5 x 33/4.4 x 16.9 x 13 | 11 x 43.5 x 37.2/4.6 x 17.3 x 14.1 |
