Cambridge Audio Alva TT v2 vs Pro-Ject X2 B

Side-by-side specifications and a plain-English account of the recorded differences. Full profiles: Cambridge Audio Alva TT v2 · Pro-Ject X2 B.

Practical differences

Highlighted cells show a lower reference price, support for more listed speeds, or the presence of a convenience feature. They are not an overall score.

The Cambridge Audio Alva TT v2 undercuts the Pro-Ject X2 B by £100 — £1,399 against £1,499.

The mechanics differ too: the Cambridge Audio Alva TT v2 is direct-drive, the Pro-Ject X2 B is belt-drive. The Cambridge Audio Alva TT v2 gets instant start-up, rock-steady speed under load, and enough torque to nudge or backspin the record — the reason DJs and scratch decks are built this way.

The Cambridge Audio Alva TT v2 has a built-in phono stage and Bluetooth streaming. Skip the phono stage and you'll need one built into your amp, or a separate box, to play through normal speakers.

Bottom line: £100 separates these reference prices. That difference is factual; this specification comparison does not assign an overall winner.

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