Back in Black…and Red as Pro-Ject Unleashes the AC/DC Turntable
Pro-Ject is cranking the volume up to 11 with a special-edition AC/DC turntable designed for those who like their vinyl loud and proud.
Few bands have defined rock ‘n’ roll like AC/DC. Their electrifying emblem is one of the most instantly recognisable logos in music history. Since forming in 1973, the Australian legends have sold over 200 million albums worldwide, cementing their place among the greatest of all time.
Pro-Ject says the striking new deck is more than just a tribute; it’s a high-performance machine engineered with precision and packed with rock-inspired details. The MDF plinth provides a solid foundation, while a red LED-lit acrylic subplatter adds a touch of stage-worthy spectacle. Driving the beat is a precision AC motor with a flat silicone belt, ensuring speed stability and smooth rotation so your records can rock as hard as they should.
The real showstopper, however, is the unique 8.6-inch acrylic tonearm, a design inspired by the band’s unmistakable logo. It features spring-based anti-skating and comes pre-fitted with an Ortofon 2M Red MM cartridge. Pro-Ject says this helps make it effortlessly accessible for all, allowing users to enjoy high-quality sound with minimal setup straight out of the box.
Like all Pro-Ject turntables, the AC/DC edition is handmade in Europe with a high attention to detail. Whether you’re spinning Back in Black or Highway to Hell, this deck promises to deliver thunderstruck clarity and a high-voltage listening experience. If you want to rock (and roll your records), this might be the turntable to salute you.
The AC/DC Turntable will be available from March 2025 and is priced at €1,299/£1,149 (incl. VAT). Availabllity for Australia and New Zealand will be in the third quarter of 2025, with pricing as A$2,499/NZ$2,899.
Pricing and availability have not yet been confirmed in other regions.
For more information visit Pro-Ject
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Jason Sexton
Joining StereoNET in 2025 as Deputy Editor, Australia & New Zealand, Jason’s decades of experience comes from a marketing, brand development, and communications background. More recently, a decade in specialist retail has armed him with the knowledge required to deliver the right information to a captive and curious audience.
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