RPM-3 Carbon vs 2Xperience SB
The 2Xperience SB's wow & flutter is 0.120% against the RPM-3 Carbon's 0.190%, its effective mass 8.5 g against 16 g, and its effective length 230 mm against 254 mm. Both share platter weight (0.3 kg (1 lbs)).
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The Pro-Ject RPM-3 Carbon is a belt-driven turntable designed for audiophiles seeking high-quality vinyl playback. It features a 300mm MDF platter with an integrated vinyl mat and an inverted platter bearing system using a stainless steel axle and ceramic ball, which helps reduce rumble and noise. The turntable supports both 33 and 45 rpm speeds, with manual speed change. It includes a 10-inch S-shaped tonearm made from carbon fiber, aluminum, and resin, which is suitable for both MM and MC cartridges due to its rigidity and damping properties. The tonearm features a magnetic antiskating mechanism and a TPE-damped counterweight. The RPM-3 Carbon is powered by an outboard 15V DC motor, which is driven by an ultra-precision AC generator for enhanced speed stability. The turntable comes with a universal power supply and is compatible with a wide range of phono cartridges, including the Ortofon 2M Silver and Sumiko Amethyst MM cartridges.
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The 2Xperience SB's wow & flutter is 0.120% against the RPM-3 Carbon's 0.190%, its effective mass 8.5 g against 16 g, and its effective length 230 mm against 254 mm. Both share platter weight (0.3 kg (1 lbs)).
The RPM 5 Carbon's wow & flutter is 0.170% against the RPM-3 Carbon's 0.190%, its effective mass 8 g against 16 g, and its effective length 230 mm against 254 mm. Both share platter weight (0.3 kg (1 lbs)).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
The RPM 5.1's wow & flutter is 0.080% against the RPM-3 Carbon's 0.190%, its effective mass 8.5 g against 16 g, and its effective length 230 mm against 254 mm. Both share drive type (Belt).
The Century Turntable's wow & flutter is 0.100% against the RPM-3 Carbon's 0.190%, its effective mass 15.5 g against 16 g, and its effective length 230 mm against 254 mm. Both share platter weight (0.3 kg (1 lbs)).
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