Dedicated Phono Cable for Pro-Ject E-Series Turntables
The Pro-Ject Connect it Phono E 5P/RCA is a phono interconnect cable designed specifically for Pro-Ject turntables that terminate the tonearm cable in a 5-pin DIN output rather than a standard RCA pair. Models such as the Debut Carbon EVO and several other E-series decks use this 5-pin DIN connector at the deck, and this cable bridges that output to the standard RCA inputs found on virtually all phono stages and amplifiers with a built-in phono stage.
Construction and Connectors
The cable is built around a 2 x 0.2mm² 99.99% oxygen-free copper conductor with a polyethylene dielectric, a tin-plated copper shield, and a transparent PVC outer jacket. The 5-pin DIN plug is precision-machined to ensure a secure, rattle-free fit in the turntable's output socket, while the RCA connectors are gold-plated brass to provide lasting conductivity and a solid contact at the phono stage end.
Semi-Symmetrical Shielding
Like all cables in the Connect it Phono E family, this cable uses a semi-symmetrical topology: the shield is grounded at one end only, minimising hum loops and interference pickup common in turntable installations. A yellow direction mark on the cable body indicates the correct orientation, with the marked end connecting to the receiving device (phono stage or amplifier input).
A Straightforward Upgrade
For any Pro-Ject E-series turntable owner who needs to replace a worn cable or simply wants a step up from a generic phono lead, the Connect it Phono E 5P/RCA delivers measurably better signal integrity at a sensible price, without requiring any tools or modification to the deck.