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Designed to replace the award-winning RPM 5.1, the RPM 5 Carbon takes a technological, audible and cosmetic leap forward compared to the high standard set by its predecessor.
The stylish plinth and decoupled-motor design has been chosen due to the proven performance benefits discovered with the range-topping RPM 9 Carbon and RPM 10 Carbon. The low-resonance MDF plinth is finished with a premium quality gloss and topped with carbon fibre for added rigidity. The chassis contains a new inverted platter bearing with ceramic ball for minimal rumble. The whole plinth sits on top of three adjustable spiked feet to further keep resonance away from the record surface.
The thick acrylic platter, designed specifically for the RPM 5 Carbon, is acoustically inert to ensure the purest playback of any vinyl record. The platter is driven by a fully-detached 9V AC motor, which offers a smooth and consistent rotation thanks to the ultra-precision, DC-driven AC generator built into the motor housing.
The RPM 5 Carbon is supplied with the outstanding 9CC Evolution tonearm pre-installed. The 9CC Evolution boasts a 9” one-piece carbon fibre tube and inverted bearing design that allows for perfect tracking, even with demanding pick-up cartridges and less-than-perfect records. The heavyweight assembly and TPE-damped counterweights ensure unwanted resonances are swiftly drawn away from the signal wires. The tonearm's ability is so well recognised, that it’s found on other successful turntable designs, including the award-winning Pro-Ject Xtension 9 SuperPack. The tonearm is terminated to a junction box, and a quality set of RCA interconnect cables are supplied in the box.
Henley Audio also offer a special cartridge bundle service so you can get a matching Pro-Ject or Ortofon Moving Coil cartridge for up-to 30% off (read our FAQ).
As with the whole RPM series, the RPM 5 Carbon utilises all its carefully selected elements to deliver a product that looks and sounds great. The sound performance is recognisably “Pro-Ject”, with toe-tapping rhythms and engaging detail throughout.
The RPM 5 Carbon is available in three high-gloss paint finishes – black, red or white - and is also supplied with a screw-on record clamp, for further improved performance.
The tonearm is one of the most important parts of a turntable and therefore not only influences, but also shapes the sound in a specific way.
The all-new EVO and EVO premium tonearm ranges are the result of Pro-Ject's work from the last years, and they are proud to also offer new finishes and many additional improvements.
To learn more about the EVO and EVO premium tonearm ranges, head here.
Pro-Ject RPM 5 Carbon Review
"Backing the optimism and good vibes of those soulful vocals were instrumental elements that the RPM 5 Carbon revealed in a balanced and musically satisfying way."
Henley Says...
RPM turntables are true lifestyle statement pieces, with the Hi-Fi credentials to back them up! The type of turntable you'll commonly see featured on TV shows and movies, these minimalist, striking decks are hard to overlook and are sure to become a worthy talking point of any home gathering.
The Pro-Ject RPM 3 Carbon and RPM 5 Carbon turntables combine cutting-edge engineering with sleek design, offering exceptional performance at their price points. Both models feature carbon fibre tonearms for improved rigidity and anti-resonance, as well as upgraded platters that enhance playback stability. The RPM 3 Carbon improves upon the RPM 1 Carbon design with a new decoupled motor system and a high-gloss MDF platter topped with melted vinyl for minimal resonance.
The RPM 5 Carbon takes things further with a low-resonance MDF plinth, inverted platter bearing, and a fully decoupled motor, ensuring ultra-smooth rotation. These turntables provide impressive sound quality, effortlessly bringing out the detail and dynamics of your vinyl collection.
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.
Pro-Ject Audio Systems introduced the RPM Line of hi-fi turntables for two main reasons. First, the obvious cosmetic difference allows for a range of turntables that are not constrained by the traditional rectangular form-factor. Second, the reduced plinth allows for a different type of sound performance.
In a turntable, its mass helps contribute to its ability to dissipate unwanted resonances. In the RPM Line they still use mass where necessary; but they then take away all the unnecessary parts of a plinth. The result of this reduction in mass (relative to what a traditional rectangular turntable with the same components would be), is a livelier sound performance. In the place of mass, the current RPM Line also employs decoupled motors on every model, which further eliminates the build-up of unwanted resonances.
The introduction of the RPM Line is just another example of how Pro-Ject Audio Systems are able to deliver a turntable option for every type of vinyl enthusiast.
For more help and advice visit our Tech Support section.
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 |
