The Pro-Ject 65g Counterweight (000) is an official replacement counterweight for select Pro-Ject turntables. Counterweights sit at the rear of the tonearm and are adjusted to set the correct tracking force for a given cartridge, ensuring the stylus follows the groove with precision without excessive downward pressure. The 65g version is suited to lighter-cartridge combinations on entry-level and mid-range Pro-Ject decks, making it a straightforward way to restore correct tonearm balance when a counterweight is lost or damaged.
Compatibility
The 65g counterweight is compatible with the following Pro-Ject turntables: Essential II, Essential III, Debut S/E3, Debut III (with Ortofon OM 5E or Alpha cartridge), 1 (1.2), 1 Xpression, and RPM 5 (with Alpha cartridge). It is important to confirm your specific model and fitted cartridge before ordering, as different cartridge masses require different counterweight sizes to achieve the correct tracking force.
Fitting
The counterweight threads directly onto the rear stub of the compatible Pro-Ject tonearm. Once fitted, the tonearm is balanced with the arm floating level, and the tracking force is then dialled in by rotating the graduated scale on the front face of the counterweight.