Pro-Ject
Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO
$599
Released 2020
Best Turntables · head-to-head
Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO vs Sony PS-LX310BT
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Sony PS-LX310BT is cheaper at $199.99. Every spec and price links to its source.
Sony
Sony PS-LX310BT
$199.99Cheaper
Released 2019
Which is better: the Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO or Sony PS-LX310BT?
The Sony PS-LX310BT wins 1 of the 1 specs we compare head to head; the other wins 0. The Sony PS-LX310BT is the cheaper at $199.99. The Sony PS-LX310BT both leads on specs and costs less — the straightforward pick.
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Full spec sheet
✓ marks the stronger figure where "more" — or "less", for price and weight — is unambiguously better.
| Spec | Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO | Sony PS-LX310BT |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $599 | $199.99 |
| Brand | Pro-Ject | Sony |
| Released | 2020 | 2019 |
| Drive type | belt | belt |
| Speeds | 33⅓ / 45 / 78 RPM | 33⅓ / 45 RPM |
| Cartridge included | Sumiko Rainier MM | Audio-Technica AT3600L MM |
| Built in preamp | No | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | Yes |
| USB output | No | Yes |
| Weight (lb) | 12.3 | 7.7 |
| Release | 2020 | 2019 |
Sources — Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO: project-audio.com (verified 2026-06-15). Sony PS-LX310BT: prnewswire.com (verified 2026-06-15).
What's the difference between the Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO and Sony PS-LX310BT?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (6 of 7). Matching specs are omitted.
- Speeds: Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO 33⅓ / 45 / 78 RPM vs Sony PS-LX310BT 33⅓ / 45 RPM
- Cartridge included: Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO Sumiko Rainier MM vs Sony PS-LX310BT Audio-Technica AT3600L MM
- Built in preamp: Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO false vs Sony PS-LX310BT true
- Bluetooth: Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO false vs Sony PS-LX310BT true
- USB output: Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO false vs Sony PS-LX310BT true
- Weight (lb): Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO 12.3 vs Sony PS-LX310BT 7.7
What reviewers say
Sourced tester consensus for each — the "what people who used it think" layer, not just specs.
Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO
Two whitelisted testers reviewed this exact deck: What Hi-Fi (five stars) and TechRadar (Editor's Choice). Both praise a rich, warm yet detailed sound, automatic speed change and attractive finishes; both note it sounds less vigorous than a Rega rival. Neither published lab measurements, and both outlets are Future-owned, limiting independence. (2 sourced reviews.)
Praised: Rich, warm, full-bodied sound that stays detailed and revealing rather than muddy; New automatic speed-change switch removes the old manual belt-swapping chore; Wide choice of attractive finishes, including new satin colourways.
Flagged: Sounds more laid-back and less vigorous/precise than similarly priced Rega rivals; Faces tough competition at its price point; A little play noted in the Carbon tonearm bearings.
Sony PS-LX310BT
No sourced tester review yet.