Pro-Ject
Project Pick It Pro
Best moving magnet cartridge for vinyl enthusiasts seeking vibrant, detailed sound.
Experience your vinyl collection like never before with the Pro-Ject Pick It PRO, an audiophile MM cartridge that delivers a lively, robust sound and impressive dynamic range. Developed in collaboration with Ortofon, this cartridge boasts exceptional manufacturing quality and a captivating sound profile. It masterfully converts the mechanical energy of vinyl playback into a detailed, vibrant electrical signal, revealing the true color and life of your music. More than just a performer, its visually appealing design complements any turntable, making it a standout addition to your audio setup.
$249.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
681
/ 1640
#681 in Turntable Accessories
Price vs Category Average
-80%
Below average
Cartridge principle
Moving-Magnet (MM)
/ Moving-Magnet (MM)
Who it's for
- Vinyl collectors prioritizing accurate tracking and affordable long-term maintenance
- Audiophiles seeking a more vibrant and punchy listening experience
- Pro-Ject owners wanting a quick, hassle-free installation process
Who should skip it
- Novice users intimidated by complex tonearm and cartridge calibration
- Critical listeners demanding the expansive soundstage of moving coil cartridges
- Budget-conscious buyers preferring widely available, generic stylus replacements
Performance breakdown
Sonic Vibrancy
Delivers a lively, robust sound profile that breathes life into vinyl.
Manufacturing Standards
European-engineered precision developed in collaboration with industry leader Ortofon.
Dynamic Range
Captures subtle musical nuances with impressive depth and clarity.
Tracking Stability
Reliable elliptical stylus geometry ensures consistent groove contact during playback.
Aesthetic Appeal
Striking visual design that elevates the look of any turntable setup.
Installation Ease
Standard half-inch mounting makes setup straightforward for most tonearm configurations.
Key Specs
Cartridge principle
Moving-Magnet (MM)
Output voltage
4 mV at 1 kHz
Channel separation
22 dB at 1 kHz
Tracking ability
70 μm at 315Hz
Frequency response
20 - 20,000 Hz +/- 2dB
Stylus type
Elliptical
Stylus tip radius
r/R 8/18 μm
Recommended tracking force
2.0 g (mN)
Features
- Detailed, lively, and robust sound
- High dynamic range for immersive audio
- Exceptional manufacturing quality
- Charismatic sound profile
- Visually appealing design
- Developed with Ortofon
- Made in Europe
What customers say
The Pro-Ject Pick It Pro cartridge earns high praise for its exceptional sonic clarity and dynamic range, significantly improving detail over standard options. Users consistently report a balanced sound featuring tight bass, articulate mids, and smooth, nonfatiguing highs. A key advantage is its user-friendly setup, often requiring minimal adjustment on Pro-Ject turntables, making installation straightforward. While the initial investment is notable, the consensus is that the superior audio fidelity provides excellent value. For those prioritizing accuracy and vibrant analog reproduction, this high-quality component is viewed as a highly recommended upgrade that truly elevates vinyl listening experiences.
Know before you buy
This cartridge uses a standard 1/2-inch mounting system, making it compatible with the vast majority of modern turntables that allow for cartridge upgrades.
No, this is a Moving-Magnet (MM) cartridge. It is designed to work with any standard MM phono stage found in most integrated amplifiers or external phono preamps.
The recommended tracking force is 2.0 grams. It is important to set your tonearm to this specific weight to ensure optimal sound quality and to prevent unnecessary wear on your records.
The elliptical stylus shape allows the needle to track the grooves of your records more precisely than a basic spherical stylus. This results in better high-frequency detail and reduced distortion, especially toward the inner grooves of a record.
The Pick It PRO was developed in close collaboration with Ortofon, a world-renowned leader in cartridge manufacturing. It is produced in Europe to ensure high build quality and consistent performance.
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