Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO Turntable & Ruark Audio MR1 MK3 Bookshelf Speaker Bundle, Black
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Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO Turntable & Ruark Audio MR1 MK3 Bookshelf Speaker Bundle, Black Overview
The Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO Turntable & Ruark Audio MR1 MK3 Bookshelf Speaker Bundle is ideal for anyone looking to enjoy their records with refined clarity and modern versatility. The Debut Carbon EVO offers smooth, precise playback thanks to its carbon-fibre tonearm and heavy steel platter, ensuring every groove of your vinyl is reproduced with warmth and accuracy. Its design focuses on quiet operation and stable rotation, giving you a truly immersive analogue experience.
Paired with Ruark’s MR1 MK3 speakers, this bundle balances heritage audio quality with contemporary convenience. The MR1’s powerful drivers and Class A-B amplification deliver impressive stereo imaging and natural detail, whether you’re spinning records or streaming over Bluetooth. Together, they create a compact yet premium hi-fi system that celebrates music in all its forms, offering a perfect blend of performance, craftsmanship, and simplicity.
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"powerful, robust-sounding speakers that are a great fit for small spaces, and work particularly well with turntables."
"For those in the market for a deck costing less than half a grand, the Pro-Ject Debut Carbon Evo is a must-listen."
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"This is the best turntable available for less than £500 I’ve yet to test and the result is that the Debut Carbon Evo has to be seen as a Best Buy."
Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO
Stable Speeds for Every Record
The Debut Carbon EVO makes changing playback speed simple and seamless. A built-in electronic speed switch sits neatly beneath the plinth, keeping the top surface minimal while letting you move between 33 and 45 RPM with ease. If you’re playing 78 RPM shellac records, an additional round belt is included—just add a compatible 78 cartridge. Whether you’re revisiting old favourites or spinning new releases, the EVO adapts to your collection without fuss, helping you enjoy smooth, stable rotation and accurate pitch across every type of vinyl you own.
Sound and Style That Fits Your Space
The EVO’s MDF plinth is available in nine finishes, from hand-painted gloss colours to real wood veneers, letting you choose a style that suits your setup. Each chassis is supported by three height-adjustable metal feet with integrated TPE damping. This three-point layout improves stability and helps isolate the turntable from the surface below, reducing unwanted vibrations. Whether placed on a shelf, rack, or tabletop, the Carbon EVO remains steady—even on slightly uneven surfaces. The result is clearer playback and a visually refined piece of kit that feels right at home.
Premium Parts, High-Fidelity Playback
At the core of the EVO’s performance is an 8.6-inch one-piece carbon fibre tonearm, chosen for its rigidity and low resonance. Sapphire bearings keep movement smooth, while high-purity copper wiring and a shielded termination box protect signal integrity. It arrives pre-fitted with an Ortofon 2M Red cartridge, known for its warm, dynamic sound and precise tracking. Together with a semi-balanced Connect-it E RCA cable and gold-plated outputs, the EVO delivers clear, confident audio straight out of the box—designed to bring you closer to the music with every listen.
Ruark MR1 MK3
Versatile Connectivity for Everyday Use
The MR1 MK3 is a great choice for everyday listening, offering the flexibility to suit a wide range of setups. Whether wireless or wired, you get high-resolution playback—Bluetooth 5.1 with aptX HD delivers detailed sound with low latency, while USB-C supports 24-bit/96kHz audio from laptops and tablets. The combined 3.5mm/optical input handles TVs, CD players and more, supporting digital signals up to 24-bit/192kHz. A built-in MM phono stage connects directly to your turntable, with variable gain for consistent volume.
Sound Tuning and Component Quality
Inside the MR1 MK3 are Ruark’s custom 20mm silk dome tweeters and NS+ 85mm mid-bass drivers with treated fibre cones, designed to deliver natural sound. A carefully tuned crossover ensures smooth integration across frequencies, helping vocals and instruments sound clear and lifelike. The cabinet is also ported, enhancing low-end performance, pointing downwards to make placement in tight spaces more forgiving. And if you want even more low-end impact, the rear subwoofer output lets you easily connect the tonally matched Ruark RS1.
Compact Size, Designed for the Desktop
Built with small spaces in mind, the MR1 MK3 delivers impressive full-range sound from a compact footprint. Its two-litre cabinet is carefully tuned for nearfield listening, providing clarity, balance and depth even at lower volumes. This makes it a strong choice for desks, shelves, or any smaller listening environment. Amplification comes from a 2 x 25W Class D design adapted from Ruark’s R410, delivering clean, dynamic output that suits close-up use. The result is an immersive experience that’s tailored for personal listening and compact hi-fi setups.
Package Includes
- Pro-Ject Debut Carbon Evo Turntable, Satin Black
- Ruark Audio MR1 MK3 Bluetooth Speaker System, Charcoal
Pro-Ject Debut Carbon Specifications
| Replacement Stylus | Ortofon 2M Red Stylus |
|---|---|
| Pre-Fitted Cartridge | Ortofon 2M Red |
| Nominal Speeds | 33 / 45 / 78 RPM (Electronic, except 78 RPM) |
| Drive Principle | Belt Drive |
| Platter | 300mm Steel Platter with TPE Damping (incl. Felt Mat) |
| Main Bearing | Stainless Steel with Bronze Bushing |
| Wow & Flutter | 33 = 0.17 / 45 = 0.15 |
| Speed Drift | 33 = 0.50 / 45 = 0.60 |
| Signal to Noise | -68dB |
| Tonearm | 8.6" Carbon Fibre |
| Effective Arm Length | 218.5mm |
| Effective Arm Mass | 6.0g |
| Overhang | 18.5mm |
| Power Supply | 15V DC / 0.8A Detachable Power Supply |
| Power Consumption | 4W Max. |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 415 x 113 x 320mm (Lid Closed) |
| Weight | 6.0kg net |
Ruark MR1 MK3 Specifications
Audio
| Typical in-room frequency range | 50Hz – 22kHz |
|---|---|
| Crossover frequency | 2.5kHz |
| Drivers | Custom 20mm silk dome tweeter85mm treated natural fibre cone bass/mid unit |
| Amplifier | 2 × 25W nominal Class D amplification |
| Design | 2-way bass reflex tuned cabinet |
| Internal cabinet volume | 2.0 litres |
| DAC | 104dB 24-bit/192kHz |
Connectivity
| Wireless connections | Bluetooth V5.1, aptX HD, SBC, AAC, BLE, A2DP |
|---|---|
| Physical connections | MM phono input stereo RCA (max 7mV)3.5mm combined stereo jack / optical input (TOSLINK 24-bit/192kHz PCM)USB-C audio in 24-bit/96kHz UAC 1.0Full-frequency subwoofer output mono RCA (max 2.0Vrms) |
Features
| Auto power | Snooze mode 20 min auto-standby and wake-up |
|---|---|
| Adjustable input levels | Aux, phono, optical |
General
| Finishes | Rich walnut veneer or charcoal lacquer with dark slate woven fabric grille |
|---|---|
| Power consumption | 0.5W standby, 7W typical |
| Product dimensions (H x W x D) | 202 x 135 x 165mm (including RotoDial) |
| Product weight | 2.2kg each |
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