Lenco LBT-188 vs Pro-Ject Primary E

Side-by-side specifications and a plain-English account of the recorded differences. Full profiles: Lenco LBT-188 · Pro-Ject Primary E.

Comparison of Lenco LBT-188 and Pro-Ject Primary E
Specification Lenco
LBT-188
Pro-Ject
Primary E
Price$349
CategoryBudgetBudget
Statuscurrentcurrent
Years2018–present2018–present
Drivebelt drivebelt drive
Speeds33/45 rpm33/45 rpm
Operationmanualmanual
Cartridge suppliedAudio-Technica MMOrtofon OM NN
Phono stageHighlighted difference. YesNo
USB outputHighlighted difference. YesNo
BluetoothHighlighted difference. YesNo
PlatteraluminiumMDF
Tonearmstraight8.6" aluminium
Wow & flutter

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.

Both are belt-drive, so that part of the experience should feel similar on either deck: a motor that's mechanically isolated from the platter by an elastic belt, which is the usual route to a quieter noise floor — the default choice across most of hi-fi.

The Lenco LBT-188 has a built-in phono stage and a USB output for ripping vinyl 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: Lenco LBT-188 and Pro-Ject Primary E are close in the recorded fields, and this specification comparison does not establish an overall winner.

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Amazon marketplace Free shipping on $35+ orders (free on most items with Prime, often same/next day). Search at Amazon ↗
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