Pro-Ject Xtension 9 Evolution – superlative vinyl performance in standard rack size

The Xtension 9 Evolution is a compact, top-shelf reference turntable, hand-built in Europe.

It brings together Pro-Ject's best construction tricks in a cabinet that fits in standard hi-fi racks. The heavy, resonance-dead construction, 9" carbon tonearm and electronic 33/45 speed provide a calm, dynamic and extremely quiet playback foundation.

Highlights

• Heavy sandwich platter: 5.4 kg/Ø300 mm aluminum with TPE damping and vinyl top layer for optimal contact.
• Magnetically supported main bearing: inverted ceramic ball bearing reduces friction, noise and resonances to an absolute minimum.
• EVO 9” CC tonearm: one-piece carbon arm with gimbal/ABEC-7 bearings and TPE-damped counterweight.
• Magnetic feet: powerful neodymium feet make the player “float” and effectively disengage from the surface.
• Electronic Speed ​​& Precision Motor Control: DC-powered AC generator for stable speed; 33/45 rpm at the touch of a button.
• Quiet, resonance-free base: CNC-milled MDF without cavities – partially filled with steel pellets for central gravity point and extra mass.

Technology and sound

The core of the Xtension 9 Evolution is the magnet-supported bearing construction: the heavy platter rests on an inverted ceramic ball, while magnets relieve the bearing. The result is extremely low mechanical noise and silky-smooth rotation.

The sandwich platter combines aluminum, TPE damping and a top layer of “melted vinyl” – the most natural contact surface for your LP. Together with the included Record Puck, the record is securely clamped and unwanted micro-vibrations are tamed.

The EVO 9" CC carbon tonearm provides low mass, high stiffness and precise tracking control via gimbal/ABEC-7 bearings, while the motor is controlled by a DC-powered AC generator that locks speed electronically - easily switch between 33/45 rpm on the front.

Design, use and finish

The chassis is CNC-milled MDF without cavities and partially filled with steel balls, which both increases the mass (16 kg total) and creates a central center of gravity that absorbs plinth and bearing noise.

The magnetic suspension feet are implemented layer-by-layer with neodymium magnets, TPE damping and o-rings, so that the player is effectively decoupled from the rack.

Technical specifications

• Speeds: 33/45 rpm (electronic switching)
• Drive : belt drive; plate 5.4 kg / Ø300 mm
• Deviations : speed ±0.09% • wow & flutter ±0.1% • S/N 73 dB
• Tonearm : 9" one-piece carbon • effective length 230 mm • overhang 18 mm • effective mass 8.5 g
• Stylus pressure : 0–25 mN • Pickup weight: 4–14 g
• Power : external PSU 220–240 V/50 Hz → 15 V/1600 mA DC • consumption 4 W (max) / <1 W standby
• Dimensions/weight : 465 × 185 × 350 mm (lid closed) • 16 kg
• Included : Record Puck, Connect it E 5P→RCA, dust cover, power supply

A pickup is NOT included with this turntable, but you can find the ideal pickup for you in our large selection .