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product_id: 178883068
title: "The Beatles SGT. Pepper Essential III, Special Edition Turntable with 8.6” Aluminium tonearm and pre-Mounted Ortofon OM10 Cartridge"
brand: "pro-ject"
price: "R21945"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 10
category: "Pro Ject"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/178883068-the-beatles-sgt-pepper-essential-iii-special-edition-turntable-8
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
---

# High precision DC speed control 8.6” precision aluminum tonearm Acryl-it E acrylic platter upgrade The Beatles SGT. Pepper Essential III, Special Edition Turntable with 8.6” Aluminium tonearm and pre-Mounted Ortofon OM10 Cartridge

**Brand:** pro-ject
**Price:** R21945
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎸 Spin the classics in style — where vintage vibes meet modern precision!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** The Beatles SGT. Pepper Essential III, Special Edition Turntable with 8.6” Aluminium tonearm and pre-Mounted Ortofon OM10 Cartridge by pro-ject
- **How much does it cost?** R21945 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/178883068-the-beatles-sgt-pepper-essential-iii-special-edition-turntable-8)

## Best For

- pro-ject enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted pro-ject brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Plug & Play Ready:** Pre-mounted Ortofon OM10 cartridge and semi-balanced cable for instant audiophile setup
- • **Seamless Speed Control:** Effortlessly switch between 33 & 45 RPM with high-precision DC motor
- • **Acrylic Platter Upgrade:** Enhanced vibration damping for richer, deeper audio fidelity
- • **Iconic Beatles Limited Edition:** Own a piece of music history with exclusive Sgt. Pepper design
- • **Precision 8.6” Aluminum Tonearm:** Experience crystal-clear sound with expertly engineered tracking

## Overview

The Pro-Ject The Beatles SGT. Pepper Essential III is a special edition turntable featuring a precision 8.6” aluminum tonearm and a premium pre-mounted Ortofon OM10 cartridge. It includes an upgraded Acryl-it E acrylic platter for superior sound quality and a high-precision DC motor with adjustable speed control (33/45 RPM). Designed for audiophiles and Beatles fans alike, this limited edition model offers plug-and-play convenience with a semi-balanced audio cable and RCA connectivity, all housed in a stylish retro design with a hinged acrylic dust cover.

## Description

desertcart.com: Pro-Ject The Beatles SGT. Pepper Essential III, Special Edition Turntable with 8.6” Aluminium tonearm and pre-Mounted Ortofon OM10 Cartridge : Electronics

Review: Rock solid performance. - This is the first high quality turntable I've had and re-visiting older LP's (mostly classical) has revealed that surface noise and scratches are minimized along with absolutely quiet play. No more of the fiddling around with touchy grounding wires like the old Technics I had. The first record I tried out was the DG recording of Mahler's Ninth with the Chicago Symphony conducted by Giulini. The Ortofon cartridge reproduced great bass and string sound. The Pro-ject deserves a 5-star rating, but be careful removing a record from the platter; lift it carefully by the very top of the record or the belt can easily slip off. Easy enough to get used to. R.E.
Review: Nice entry level Turntable - I purchased this Pro-ject Beatles Edition Essential III turntable because the price was so reasonable. I had looked at some other Pro-ject turntables and the Rega RP1 and Planer 2. One drawback to the Rega and many of the modestly priced Pro-ject turntables is that you need to remove the platter to adjust the turntable speed from 33RPM to 45RPM and vise versa. It had the acrylic platter upgrade out of the box which is a $149 adder if purchased separately and raises the performance of this substantially over the Essential III with the standard MDF platter or any of the Pro-ject turntables with metal platters. I have had many Turntables over the years from the likes of VPI, Clearaudio, Rega, Music Hall, Marantz and Technics. I still have my Marantz TT 15 S1 made by Clearaudio for reference. This Pro-ject gives you 85-90% of the performance of the Marantz with the same caliber of electronics. W

## Features

- limited edition pro-ject essential iii turntable with factory mounted ortofon om10 cartridge
- "precision 8.6"" aluminum tonearm"
- includes acryl-it e acrylic platter
- high precision dc speed contol
- includes attached 1.23m semi-balanced audio cable
- Power source type: Corded Electric
- Connector type: RCA
- Connectivity technology: RCA

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0725PRH7N |
| Additional Features | Adjustable Speed, Dust Cover |
| Best Sellers Rank | #704,523 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #3,472 in Audio & Video Turntables |
| Brand | Pro-Ject |
| Built-In Media | 15 V DC Universal Power Supply, 7" 45 RPM Adaptor, Connect It E Audio Cable, Hinged Acrylic Dist Cover, Ortofon OM10 Phono Cartridge |
| Color | Multi |
| Compatible Devices | Speaker |
| Connectivity Technology | RCA |
| Customer Reviews | 4.0 out of 5 stars 37 Reviews |
| Cycles | DC Motor |
| Enclosure Material | MDF, Plastic |
| Included Components | 15 V DC Universal Power Supply, 7" 45 RPM Adaptor, Connect It E Audio Cable, Hinged Acrylic Dist Cover, Ortofon OM10 Phono Cartridge Included Components 15 V DC Universal Power Supply, 7" 45 RPM Adaptor, Connect It E Audio Cable, Hinged Acrylic Dist Cover, Ortofon OM10 Phono Cartridge See more |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 16.54"L x 12.99"W x 4.41"H |
| Item Type Name | Turntable |
| Item Weight | 5 kg |
| Manufacturer | Pro-Ject Audio Systems |
| Material | MDF, Plastic |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 45 rpm |
| Mfr Part Number | Essential III Sgt Pepper |
| Model Name | Essential III |
| Model Number | Essential III Sgt. Pepper |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Power Consumption | 4.5 watts |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Signal Format | Analog |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 65 db |
| Special Feature | Adjustable Speed, Dust Cover |
| Style Name | Retro |
| UPC | 844682007977 |
| Voltage | 15 volts |
| Warranty Description | 2 year manufacturer |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Pro-Ject
- **Color:** Multi
- **Compatible Devices:** Speaker
- **Item Weight:** 5 kg
- **Material:** MDF, Plastic
- **Maximum Rotational Speed:** 45 rpm
- **Model Name:** Essential III
- **Special Feature:** Adjustable Speed, Dust Cover
- **Style:** Retro

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rock solid performance.
*by R***E on September 9, 2018*

This is the first high quality turntable I've had and re-visiting older LP's (mostly classical) has revealed that surface noise and scratches are minimized along with absolutely quiet play. No more of the fiddling around with touchy grounding wires like the old Technics I had. The first record I tried out was the DG recording of Mahler's Ninth with the Chicago Symphony conducted by Giulini. The Ortofon cartridge reproduced great bass and string sound. The Pro-ject deserves a 5-star rating, but be careful removing a record from the platter; lift it carefully by the very top of the record or the belt can easily slip off. Easy enough to get used to. R.E.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice entry level Turntable
*by T***6 on November 10, 2023*

I purchased this Pro-ject Beatles Edition Essential III turntable because the price was so reasonable. I had looked at some other Pro-ject turntables and the Rega RP1 and Planer 2. One drawback to the Rega and many of the modestly priced Pro-ject turntables is that you need to remove the platter to adjust the turntable speed from 33RPM to 45RPM and vise versa. It had the acrylic platter upgrade out of the box which is a $149 adder if purchased separately and raises the performance of this substantially over the Essential III with the standard MDF platter or any of the Pro-ject turntables with metal platters. I have had many Turntables over the years from the likes of VPI, Clearaudio, Rega, Music Hall, Marantz and Technics. I still have my Marantz TT 15 S1 made by Clearaudio for reference. This Pro-ject gives you 85-90% of the performance of the Marantz with the same caliber of electronics. W

### ⭐ Lack of Quality Control and Customer Service
*by C***N on August 23, 2024*

I bought this for my daughter as a wedding day sentimental gift, a tradition for the father. I set it up a few weeks ago, and was quick to notice the tone arm was missing the lever needed to lift the tone arm. I figured Pro-Ject based on recommendations would provide excellent customer service. I have not heard back from them. Very disappointed in knowing this since this isn't the first Pro-Ject turntable I have bought. It will be the last.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Pro-Ject Essential III Beatles Turntable - Sergeant Pepper, Special Edition Beatles Record Player, 8.6″ Aluminium Tonearm & Pre-Mounted Ortofon OM10 Cartridge, Vinyl Player, Beatles Memorabilia - Blue
- Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band 2017 Stereo Mix

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*Product available on Desertcart South Africa*
*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-08-29*