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Benefiting from decades of turntable design experience, the Xtension 9's structure uses a combination of the popular 'mass-loaded' and 'floating turntable' design principles. Most high-end designs tend to employ one of these principles, but the Xtension 9 uses both. It does this by placing the high-mass, anti-resonant main chassis on three powerful magnetic feet, effectively "floating" the turntable above the stand on which it sits.
Operation of the Xtension 9 is made effortlessly simple by the integrated speed control. Providing a clean, regulated power signal to the high-grade motor, the built-in speed control allows for easy switching between 33 and 45 RPM speeds.
The precision-balanced platter used on the Xtension 9 is made from a purpose-chosen metal alloy, which has then been internally lined with a Thermo-Plastic Elastomer (TPE) compound. The top of the platter is finished with recycled vinyl records, which acts as the perfect playback platform for the playing record - without the need for an extra mat. The result is a resonance-free platter, which runs ultra-silently on an inverted ceramic ball-bearing thanks to some added magnetic isolation.
The Xtension 9 is sold with Pro-Ject's popular 9CC Evolution tonearm pre-installed. The 9” tonearm boasts a one-piece conical carbon fibre tube, TPE-damped counterweights and an inverted bearing design that allows for perfect tracking and minimal resonance, even with demanding pick-up cartridges. However, for those looking to tweak their style or sounds, the Pro-Ject Configurator tool allows pick picking and choosing components to your preference.
For added convenience, the Xtension 9 is supplied with a removable dust cover, a heavy record puck for improved record hold and a high-quality 5P-RCA output cable.
This high-end hi-fi turntable comes in an array of beautiful finish options including black, olive and mahogany.
In an age where customisation is increasingly important to people, Pro-Ject is giving you the power of choice, so that each Pro-Ject owner can create an audio system that reflects themselves.
Check out their configurator tool here, which allows you to tailor your musical experience in a level of detail as yet unseen in the industry.
Hi-Fi News Review the Xtension 9 Turntable
"“I was pleased to hear that the Xtension 9 Evolution Super Pack exhibits that certain indefinable sonic ‘rightness’ that generally characterises the upper reaches of the Pro-Ject range for me.""
Beautiful System - Pro-Ject
"The construction is a pleasing combination of immensely solid overall build that is then finished with some lovely and extremely high quality flourishes like the elegant speaker terminals and flawless piano lacquer that complements the equally wonderful job done by Pro-Ject on the Xtension."
Henley Says...
Xtension model turntables take a step into the realm of 'stability through mass' as well as having magnetically decoupled feet. This makes Xtension TTs fairly unique in the High-End HiFi world. It is quite a task setting them up, something that an audiophile will relish, and once done you are rewarded greatly for your hard work. Sitting back and settling into your favourite album while basking in the monument-esc beauty of the turntable itself is an experience I'd recommend to anyone.
If you are interested in the Xtension 9 and would like to know more, or are building a high-end system and would like some advice, reach out to one of our expert team today.
Yes, it is possible for this turntable to be upgraded with a true balanced connection to a supporting Pro-Ject phono stage.*
For turntables with an RCA output, you can purchase one of our RCA > MiniXLR or RCA > XLR cables, depending on the phono stage you are connecting to.
For turntables with a MiniXLR output, you can run a MiniXLR > MiniXLR or MiniXLR > XLR cable, depending on the phono stage you are connecting to.
For turntables with a 5pin TAC output, you can purchase a 5P > MiniXLR or 5P > XLR cable.
For more information on the True Balanced Connection concept click here.
*True Balanced Connections always require a Moving Coil cartridge to be installed.
Sourcing the right counterweight for your tonearm is important, as it allows you to get the optimal match for your cartridge. So exactly which counterweight you need depends on your tonearm model and the cartridge you need to balance.
9CC Evolution:
| Counterweight Model | Block Weight | Cartridge Weights Supported |
|---|---|---|
| 028 | 68g | 5.0 - 7.5g |
| 029 | 96g | 10.0 - 14.0g |
| 043 | 87g | 9.0 - 11.0g |
| 046 | 83g | 7.0 - 10.0g |
Yes! Using Pro-Ject's own Configurator tool (here) you can select from various arms, feet, cartidges, accessories and more - giving you the freedom to craft a deck that suits both your musical preferences as well as aesthetic.
If you have a configuration made and are looking for a quote, please get in touch and we'll link you up with your nearest Pro-Ject dealer.
Pro-Ject Audio Systems are masters of the analogue format. Their extensive range of turntables covers every use-case and budget, and most are sold as complete solutions with a pick-up cartridge readily installed. However, when you get to higher end designs, there is often not a pre-installed cartridge - as the choice of pick-up becomes ever-more personal.
To help in this situation, Henley Audio, as distributors for Pro-Ject Audio Systems, Ortofon, Sumiko and E.A.T, can offer cartridge bundle and installation services that sees your high-end turntable sent ready to set-up and spin with your own choice of cartridge pre-installed.
Details of the cartridges we offer as part of this service can be found at the top of this page within 'promotions', but it covers premium Moving Coil options from various prestigious cartridge manufacturers. For latest info or to discuss your requirements, Contact Us or speak with your local Pro-Ject Reference Partner dealer. If you choose to purchase a bundle cartridge and have your dealer fit it, or fit it yourself, the cartridge will be supplied securely and safely with the turntable, but not with normal retail packaging.
All cartridges installed at Henley Audio will be treated with the utmost care and attention and fitted by a skilled and experienced member of our team. The turntable it's being installed on will also be set-up for a brief test, to confirm compatibility. All Henley Audio installed systems will have a certificate of authenticity enclosed, for added confidence when you get the turntable home. There is a £25.00 +VAT charge to have a Henley Audio engineer install your cartridge, and there may be a minor delay to despatching your turntable as a result.
Cartridges installed onto high-end turntables as part of a "bundle" deal are classified as BULK stock, which means they do not have full retail packaging and accessories. This is one of the ways we're able to offer such great discounts for you.
