Pro-Ject Debut Pro B Turntable Review: When Pro-Ject raised the bar with the Debut Carbon EVO, few predicted the seismic leap that would arrive in 2024. Enter the Debut Pro B: a statement of intent, marrying high-mass damping, CNC-milled components and the brand’s first-ever true balanced MM cartridge. In this review, we’ll dive deep into the engineering, sound performance and user experience that make this turntable an audiophile’s dream. Curious? Pre-order yours now and speak with our team at The Audio Tailor to reserve one of the first units available in Australia.

Iconic Design & Premium Build

The Debut Pro B’s visual language is both minimalist and modern. Every aluminium component is precision CNC-milled from a single block, then nickel-coated for scratch resistance and sustainable longevity. The nickel finish eliminates plastics that can degrade over time, ensuring you’ll enjoy pristine performance—and looks—for decades. Sleek metal feet offer height adjustment and damping, isolating the chassis from acoustic feedback.

Pick it PRO Balanced: A Milestone in MM Technology

Pro-Ject’s new Pick it PRO Balanced cartridge is the world’s first true balanced Moving Magnet design. Standard MM cartridges have always limited balanced output—until now. By re-wiring the internal coils and providing a balanced mini XLR phono output, the Debut Pro B unlocks a high common-mode rejection ratio, slashing noise and interference. Pair it with Pro-Ject’s Phono Box DS3 B or S3 B for a fully balanced signal chain that reveals incredible detail and dynamic range.

Hybrid Carbon-Aluminium Tonearm & Bearing Block

The Debut Pro B sports an 8.6" hybrid tonearm with a carbon-aluminium sandwich tube. Carbon fibre yields exceptional rigidity and low mass, while the inner aluminium layer provides controlled damping. Mounted on a new CNC-milled nickel-coated bearing block, tracking errors and resonance artefacts vanish. And with fully adjustable VTA and azimuth, you can investigate every nuance of your cartridge’s performance to extract maximal musicality.

TPE-Damped Platter & Electronic Speed Control

A 300 mm die-cast aluminium platter is weight-balanced and fitted with a thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) damping ring. This combination minimises wow, flutter and resonances, ensuring rock-steady rotation. Electronic speed control toggles seamlessly between 33, 45 and 78 RPM. The motor-driven belt system delivers accuracy of ±0.16 % wow & flutter at 33 RPM and ±0.40 % speed drift, guaranteeing consistent pitch and tempo.

Setup & Fine-Tuning

Out of the box, the Debut Pro B ships with a 15 V DC power supply, 78 RPM belt, felt mat and transparent dust cover. The tonearm base lets you adjust height (VTA) and azimuth via simple grub screws—no special tools required. We recommend using a stylus force gauge and tracking force accessory to dial in the cartridge for optimal channel balance and minimal distortion.

Who Should Listen?

• Vinyl enthusiasts seeking a balanced MM solution without retrofitting MC cartridges.
• Home audio aficionados who appreciate meticulous build quality and low resonance design.
• Professionals and serious hobbyists craving a signal chain free from interference, noise and colouration.

The Audio Tailor Experience

At The Audio Tailor, we understand that every listening space is unique. Our expert team—Gabby, Nathan, Vaughan and David—are ready to guide you through cable choices, phono stage pairings and fine-tuning. Call us on 1300 308 711 or email sales@theaudiotailor.com.au to discuss how the Debut Pro B can elevate your system. For full details and pre-order information, visit our Pro-Ject Debut Pro B Turntable page.

Pros & Cons

• Pros:
  • First true balanced MM cartridge—superior noise rejection.
  • Hybrid carbon-aluminium tonearm for impeccable tracking.
  • CNC-milled parts with nickel finish—durable, sustainable and stylish.
  • Fully adjustable VTA & azimuth—customisable to any cartridge or mat.
  • Electronic speed control with 33/45/78 RPM support—pitch-perfect stability.
  • TPE-damped platter and metal feet minimise resonance.
• Cons:
  • Price point is premium—but performance and future-proof balanced output justify the investment.
  • Pre-order lead time may vary due to global demand.

Final Thoughts: Embrace the Balanced Revolution

The Pro-Ject Debut Pro B Turntable is a milestone product that redefines what an entry-level audiophile deck can achieve. From its pioneering balanced MM cartridge to its rock-solid build and advanced tonearm geometry, it delivers resolution, musicality and low-noise performance previously reserved for far more expensive models. Ready to experience a new era of vinyl playback? Contact our team at The Audio Tailor today and pre-order your Debut Pro B.