X2 vs RPM 5 Carbon
The RPM 5 Carbon's wow & flutter is 0.170% against the X2's 0.120% and its platter weight 0.3 kg (1 lbs) against 0.907185 kg (2 lbs). Both share effective length (230 mm) and drive type (Belt).
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The Pro-Ject X2 Turntable is engineered to elevate vinyl listening experiences. It features a large, dense MDF plinth to minimize resonance, a 9-inch carbon/aluminum composite tonearm for improved damping and tracking precision, and a heavy 2 kg acrylic platter for smooth rotation. The motor is suspended on TPE for reduced vibration, and the turntable supports speeds of 33, 45, and 78 RPM. It includes a sophisticated DC/AC generator board for stable power and is available with or without the Pick it 2M Silver cartridge.
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The closest alternatives on specs, description and the systems they turn up in, with the specs they share set side by side.
The RPM 5 Carbon's wow & flutter is 0.170% against the X2's 0.120% and its platter weight 0.3 kg (1 lbs) against 0.907185 kg (2 lbs). Both share effective length (230 mm) and drive type (Belt).
The 2Xperience SB's platter weight is 0.3 kg (1 lbs) against the X2's 0.907185 kg (2 lbs). Both share wow & flutter (0.120%), effective length (230 mm), and drive type (Belt).
The MMF-7's wow & flutter is 0.080% against the X2's 0.120%, its platter weight 2.7 kg (6 lbs) against 0.907185 kg (2 lbs), and its effective length 229 mm against 230 mm. Both share drive type (Belt).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
The LP7X's wow & flutter is 0.100% against the X2's 0.120%, its platter weight 1.75 kg (4 lbs) against 0.907185 kg (2 lbs), and its effective length 247 mm against 230 mm. Both share drive type (Belt).
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