# Automatic Turntable Players 'Pro-Ject' Debuted the 'Automat A1' Smart Record Player By Colin Smith | Published 2022-02-09 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automat-a1 References: [newatlas](https://newatlas.com/home-entertainment/pro-ject-automat-a1-fully-automatic-turntable/) & [project-audio](https://www.project-audio.com/en/product/a1/) 'Pro-Ject,' the Austrian audio system manufacturer, has released the 'Automat A1,' an automatic turntable for playing records. This is an [entry-level turntable](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sl40cbt) perfect for audiophiles looking to get into [playing vinyl records](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audiotechnica-atlpa2). This device was created to circumvent the issues of incorrect calibration, which can damage a vinyl record. The Automat A1 uses an automated tonearm drive mechanism that lowers the arm until it reaches the grooves of the record. The arm then automatically disengages, allowing for a ready-to-play record. The RPM speeds can be set on the Automat A1, though it only offers 33 and 45 RPM by default. The device also boasts various other convenience features fit for a [plug-and-play experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victrola-soundstage), such as an anti-skating cartridge and an anti-magnetic headshell. The A1 is the first in Pro-Ject's 'Automat' line, which will continue to be improved upon in the future. Image Credit: Pro-Ject ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Multimedia](https://www.trendhunter.com/multimedia) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Automatic Turntables:** The rise of automatic turntables is disrupting the vinyl record industry by providing a more user-friendly experience for audiophiles looking to get back into playing vinyl records. - **Smart Audio Devices:** The development of smart audio devices such as the Automat A1 is opening up opportunities for audio system manufacturers to create innovative products that cater to the needs of audiophiles. - **Entry-level Turntables:** The introduction of entry-level turntables such as the Automat A1 is disrupting the high-end turntable market by providing budget-friendly options for those looking to get into playing vinyl records. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Audio System Manufacturing:** The demand for user-friendly audio systems such as the Automat A1 is disrupting the audio system manufacturing industry by creating opportunities for companies to create innovative products that cater to the needs of audiophiles. - **Consumer Electronics:** The rise of automatic turntables is disrupting the consumer electronics industry by providing a more accessible option for music enthusiasts looking to get back into playing vinyl records. - **Retail:** The introduction of entry-level turntables such as the Automat A1 is disrupting the retail industry by creating opportunities for retailers to cater to a broader range of customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Industrial Aesthetic Record Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/project-automat-a2.md) - [Pre-Adjusted Entry-Level Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/project-e1-turntable.md) - [Ultra-Modern Record Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-record-players.md) - [Stark Minimalist Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/project-debut-pro.md) - [Extra-Smooth Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/x8-turntable.md) - [Premium Customization Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/project-pro-s-turntable.md) - [Speaker-Integrated Vinyl Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/high-fidelity-belt-drive-turntable.md) - [High-Fidelity Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reference-10-turntable.md) - [Dynamic Multi-Use Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/korg.md)