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Title: Pro-Ject Debut III turntable
Post by: Reverend on June 05, 2011, 02:16:51 PM
My brother bought this last year and never used it, he's using my old luxman instead.  He asked me to sell this for him.  It is a Pro-ject Debut III turntable.  Ortofon OM5E moving magnet cartridge.  Black in color.  Hinged dust cover included. Not a scratch on it.  I setup the anti-skating weight, aligned the cartridge and played a few records through it, otherwise it is brand new.  He payed $369 on line.  First $200 gets it.

http://www.needledoctor.com/Pro-Ject-Turntables-Debut-III-Basic-Black?sc=2&category=352 (http://www.needledoctor.com/Pro-Ject-Turntables-Debut-III-Basic-Black?sc=2&category=352)

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Title: Re: Pro-Ject Debut III turntable
Post by: SunnyDaze on June 05, 2011, 03:24:18 PM
My friend is looking for a solid TT.

Let me send him a message.
Title: Re: Pro-Ject Debut III turntable
Post by: OconeeOrange on June 05, 2011, 05:44:11 PM
Looks like a good deal.

TTs have taken on a new role these days as people rebel at the digital sound.
TTs used to just play records.
These days they have apparently been transformed into musical instruments.

If you have a decent system, a decent TT can be a good buy, and the value is headed up for resale.
A good TT needs good equipment or it is money wasted. 

I have an old Pioneer with a Shure Cart that sounds incredible - it is not for sale as I need it to play my not so perfect records.

I have a better one for other records.  Top end carts go for 20K.  You might not need that, but don't buy a TT until you consider it into the price.    A good buy might be one the previous owner has already worked that out for you. The cart in a used table means just as much as the table.

I use my two most days.
I also have a lot of Lps.


If any of the above is you or not you, adjust your TT purchase accordingly.

There are bargains to be had on both ends.

Factor this in ---

When you get everything perfect and invite your honey over --

Just when you are in the sack and making your move, it will be time to jump up and turn the record over --   ;D ;D ;D ;D



Title: Re: Pro-Ject Debut III turntable
Post by: MacGeek on June 05, 2011, 09:17:58 PM
Sure used to make a product called a Saftey Raiser.  It attached to the table and when the tonearm started into the run out grove, it hit the raiser, tripping a hydralic piston that lifted the arm/cart off the record.  No need to interrupt your move.  I wish I could find another one, or anything like it.  They were about $15 in the '70's
Title: Re: Pro-Ject Debut III turntable
Post by: Falcon on June 05, 2011, 09:30:23 PM
Nice table at a great price!!   :o
Title: Re: Pro-Ject Debut III turntable
Post by: Anders on June 05, 2011, 09:57:34 PM
I once did an A-B comparison between having sex and listening to a good record on my best stereo.
The stereo was just slightly better than having sex.

Anders
Title: Re: Pro-Ject Debut III turntable
Post by: bmwr75 on June 05, 2011, 10:28:18 PM
That's what Bunni said..........
Title: Re: Pro-Ject Debut III turntable
Post by: Reverend on June 06, 2011, 02:08:27 PM
Philosophy, nostalgia and Anders/Bunnie's sex life taken into account, if no one is interested I'm going to put it on eturd.
Title: Re: Pro-Ject Debut III turntable
Post by: Reverend on June 06, 2011, 03:02:11 PM
PENDING SALE
Title: Re: Pro-Ject Debut III turntable
Post by: wkhanna on June 06, 2011, 10:31:10 PM
That is a GREAT entry level TT!

The price is even Better.

Someone will be V happy.

Hope it stays local.
Title: Re: Pro-Ject Debut III turntable
Post by: Anders on June 06, 2011, 10:41:14 PM
If I remember correctly the Project turntables were imported by Sumiko and they were a very good turntable for a low-ish price.

Anders
Title: Re: Pro-Ject Debut III turntable
Post by: Reverend on June 07, 2011, 09:37:00 AM
Correct Anders as usual.  Sumiko is noted in the paperwork.  I'm actually impressed with the sound from it.  With a nice cart i'm sure it would sing.  It might be entry level but it's a very nice TT.
Title: ****Pro-Ject Debut III turntable****
Post by: Reverend on June 12, 2011, 10:09:33 PM
Back for sale.  New turntable for half the price.  No brain-er.  $200
Title: Re: Pro-Ject Debut III turntable
Post by: SunnyDaze on June 12, 2011, 11:26:19 PM
Yeah Rev, sorry man. I asked him twice after he told me he wants it. No reply. Sorry dude.
Title: Re: Pro-Ject Debut III turntable
Post by: Reverend on June 13, 2011, 07:38:09 AM
Yeah Rev, sorry man. I asked him twice after he told me he wants it. No reply. Sorry dude.

No Worries.
Title: Re: Pro-Ject Debut III turntable
Post by: Reverend on June 13, 2011, 12:10:57 PM
SOLD!
Title: Re: Pro-Ject Debut III turntable
Post by: OCCD on June 13, 2011, 12:28:49 PM
I will take it!
Title: Re: Pro-Ject Debut III turntable
Post by: SunnyDaze on June 13, 2011, 12:58:24 PM
Did Troy end up getting it? He sent me a message today asking when he should call you. I replied "yesterday."
Title: Re: Pro-Ject Debut III turntable
Post by: wkhanna on June 13, 2011, 09:09:17 PM
I have alerted a few friends to this great deal.
It's perfect for anyone looking to get into vinyl.
Title: Re: Pro-Ject Debut III turntable
Post by: Reverend on June 13, 2011, 09:59:04 PM
SOLD!

It's sold.
Title: Re: Pro-Ject Debut III turntable
Post by: Kingman on June 13, 2011, 10:14:59 PM
Who snagged it Deac???? OCCD??????  ???
Title: Re: Pro-Ject Debut III turntable
Post by: Reverend on June 13, 2011, 10:43:03 PM
Guy in NY that bought a receiver off of me last year.