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Best value turntable for entry level Pro-Ject Essential 2 turntable, Completely intact

AED 1,100

Dhruva

2 items live

Item Details

Age

1-2 years

Condition

Almost no noticeable problems or flaws

Warranty

Does not apply

Usage

Used only a few times

Posted on: 17th June 2026

Description

Selling my Pro-Ject Essential II Digital, owned for 2 years and in excellent condition. Lightly used, kept on a stable shelf, no scratches or functional issues. Pro-Ject is the brand that basically built the budget audiophile turntable market, and the Essential II the best entry level turntable that won’t break the bank.
Specs:
• Belt-drive, manual operation, 33 / 45 RPM (manual speed change)
• 8.6” aluminium tonearm, single-piece construction
• Stock Ortofon OM5e moving magnet cartridge (pre-fitted)
• Heavy MDF platter with silicone drive belt
• Built-in phono stage based on Pro-Ject’s Phono Box design
• Analog RCA line-level output AND 24-bit / 96kHz optical digital output
• Plug-and-play into any amp, AV receiver, soundbar, or DAC, no separate phono preamp needed
• High-gloss finish, sturdy plinth
Why the Digital version matters: the optical out lets you run long cable distances without signal loss and connects directly into modern systems that don’t have a phono input.