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product_id: 1176291
title: "Q UP - Tonearm Lifter"
brand: "pro-ject"
price: "13076 kr"
currency: ISK
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reviews_count: 8
category: "Pro Ject"
url: https://www.desertcart.is/products/1176291-q-up-tonearm-lifter
store_origin: IS
region: Iceland
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# Adjustable lift force sensitivity Auto-lift precision slider Universal tonearm compatibility Q UP - Tonearm Lifter

**Brand:** pro-ject
**Price:** 13076 kr
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎵 Protect your stylus, elevate your vibe — Q UP does the heavy lifting for you!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Q UP - Tonearm Lifter by pro-ject
- **How much does it cost?** 13076 kr with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.is](https://www.desertcart.is/products/1176291-q-up-tonearm-lifter)

## 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

- • **Universal Compatibility:** Works seamlessly with most bearing tonearms from uni-pivot to gimbal—plug & play simplicity.
- • **Customizable Sensitivity:** Dual sliders let you fine-tune trigger response and lift force for perfect, gentle arm handling.
- • **Effortless Auto-Arm Lift:** Automatically lifts your tonearm at record end—never miss the last track again.
- • **Durable & Discreet Design:** Lightweight plastic build blends with your setup without affecting sound quality or aesthetics.
- • **Quick & Clean Installation:** Set up in under 15 minutes with included lifters—no tools or tech skills required.

## Overview

The Q UP Tonearm Lifter adds automatic tonearm lift functionality to nearly any manual turntable, preventing stylus damage by gently lifting the arm at the end of a record. Compatible with most bearing tonearms (excluding linear tracking), it features adjustable sliders for lift force and trigger sensitivity, includes three lifter sizes for perfect fit, and installs easily in under 15 minutes. Its lightweight plastic design ensures minimal impact on sound, making it an affordable, reliable upgrade for analog enthusiasts seeking convenience and protection.

## Description

Easily-to-Install Q UP Tonearm Lifter Adds Convenient, Automatic Tonearm-Lift Functionality to Almost Any Manual Turntable: Never Worry About Remembering the Last Track on an LP Add automatic tonearm-lift functionality to almost any manual turntable with the Q UP tonearm lifter . Many ‘tables require you to grab the tonearm at the end of a record, but we know this can be an inconvenience. Q UP takes any worries about having to remember the last track on an LP by picking up the tonearm and lifting the needle out of harm's way when a record finishes playing. Since it doesn't interact with the tonearm until the end the playing cycle, Q UP doesn't impact tonal balance or system performance. This trigger-and-lift design is easy to install and compatible with almost every ‘tonearm on the market, independent of shape, thickness, or height. Awesome, and 100% Music Direct Guaranteed. “A boon to the analog lover—and the lazy.” — The Absolute Sound , Editors’ Choice Award Compatible With Almost All Bearing Tonearms Q UP can be used with most bearing tonearm types, from uni-pivot to gimbal. However, Q UP is not compatible with linear tracking arms. If you have a question about your particular setup, please contact Music Direct. Q UP requires a flat space near the tonearm with approximately 0.55" (14mm) of plinth space near the tonearm. The minimum height between the plinth and the bottom of the tonearm when playing a record is 1.42" (36mm). Most tonearms and turntables fit these criteria. NOTE: Pro-Ject Debut Series tonearms can use a Q UP without its base; all that's required is double-sided tape to affix the Q UP to the platform. Three Different-Sized Lifters Included With Q UP Variations in height between the plinth and the bottom of the tonearm are common, so Q UP includes three different-sized lifters: 10mm, 20mm, and 30mm. Easily affixed to

Review: Easy to install, and works brilliantly - The device does exactly as advertised, even better. I have a Rega P5 and the directions from the website where you download the instructions state that Rega Turntables might not work with the included sliding base. The P5 has the 3 point base and there are no issues. I can't speak for the old design for Rega as it had a threaded column under the pivot. But now that Rega has outfitted all new designs with the 3 point base this shouldn't be an issue with newer models. Anyway the sliding base allow adjustments on positioning where the arm is picked up, so this make it much easier to set and adjust. Different records have different lead outs so, this adjustment is necessary after the initial set up. Aside from the sliding base there are 2 other adjustment. The first one sets how trigger reacts to pressure. This will allow adjustment for lighter arms by setting it to a hair trigger reaction. The second adjusts the spring action on the lift. This allows you to lessen the spring for lighter arms and increases the spring pressure for heavier arms. You don't want to throw your arm up too fast. Again easy to install, download the instructions and read. After reading the instructions, following them takes about 15 minutes to install. Just take your time before you locate the lifter. Make sure you are perpendicular the arm and are clear of any obstructions that would prevent appropriate adjustments afterward. You don't have to be perfect, the slider base will allow you be a little sloppy. Regarding more recent reviews stating this is made out of cheap plastic and it isn't worth $5 much less $50. This is all subjective. I have this device on a $1200 Deck with a $600 cartridge. My Rega does not have an Auto-lift and I doubt any complaining to them will ever change their mind to add this feature. It just isn't going to happen. I've added pictures to me, it looks fine. My Deck has a black plinth with a silver tonearm. And I think it matches just fine. Mind you, any device you place on your plinth with affect the sound characteristics of your Turntable. So the lighter the better and the materials used to fabricate this device seem appropriate. If it were heavy it would it would definitely add mass to plinth. Personally I haven't noticed any changes after adding it probably because of the materials. Now, if you are putting this on a $200 deck, I could understand people complaining about the price. But to me, retipping my cartridge costs $400 and I can't use my deck until somebody by hand replaces the cantilever using a microscope. So, this little device delays the inevitable retipping process. If you are using a $200 deck, you have other options like buying a used deck that has either auto-lift or return. If you don't like the looks of this device, there an an alternative made by Espressimo. It's made of brass and is double the cost of the Q Up. I bought my Q UP in March of 2013 and it still works flawlessly in May 2017. If you think this is too cheap looking, buy the brass one. But, Black and Silver is perfectly suited to my eyes as I don't own any audio gear that brass or gold. There is another alternative called the newer Little Fwend that was released in 2015. The Little Fwend is much nicer looking and cost $250. I've seen arguments that somebody should make tonearm lifter with better materials. Well, they are there. Espressimo has been making their lift for over 20 years. The Q Up is newer and much more affordable. If I had a $10K deck, maybe I would be more willing to buy a Little Fwend. For the cost of $50, the Q Up is quite reasonable. There are alternatives and one is twice the price, the other is five times the price. So if you want better materials and aesthetics, it will cost you. Contrary to those that think that somebody could make a cheaper tonearm lift, it isn't happening. The audiophile market usually sells expensive things. While this thing isn't exactly cheap, it is half the price of what was previously available in the Espressimo. And apparently if you use better materials and make it look less utilitarian, rather and making making it less costly as others reviews have asserted, the price jump is 500% that of Q Up. After 4 years of owning mine, it is still rated 5 Stars. I see now Q Up has deal if buy 2 of them at a reduced price. I wish they had that deal when I purchased mine. My other Rega, a P3 has Alphason tonearm lift that has been out of production for many years. The Alphason works with small magnets, one clipped on the tonearm and another on the plinth mounted bracket. The Alphason works, but no where near as well as the Q Up. I periodically have to adjust the Aphason because the clip moved when I released it from the bracket. I have never adjusted the Q Up after I first set it up over 4 years ago. This thing is rock solid. I would definitely have bought the double pack. For now I'll stick with the Alphason, but, TBH, I'll probably get annoyed with it and get a Q Up as I've recently started using the P3 a bit more after having set it in my remodeled office.
Review: Not sure why so many complain, great product! - Honestly after reading so many complaints in the reviews I was expecting a worse product. It took me about 10 minutes to set up and works great every time. I saw many complaints about getting this lifter set up, but after a quick test placement I stuck it on and it was good to go. I saw complaints about the arm lifting with too much force, but the slider on one end of the Q up adjusts this down to almost no spring tension and gently lifts my tone arm. Another slider adjust the trigger mechanism, make sure this is adjusted properly before sticking the Q up to the turntable because the trigger slider will move the location of the trigger slightly. I saw many complaints about how “expensive” this is. If you’ve looked at any other model of tone arm lifter they are 2-3 times the price. Could it cost less? Maybe but it’s a relatively low manufacturing volume item, so cost per item will be more at the manufacturing stage. Yes it’s made of plastic but the Q up I received was well made, all the plastic pieces fit together well and works properly. I wouldn’t call this a cheaply made item. Some have complained about looks, but I think it looks near factory on my Pro-ject Debut Carbon Esprit (white with black accents). Of course this will vary with different turntables and personal preferences. My Q up has been through a few dozen LPs now and has worked flawlessly every time. I couldn’t be happier knowing my stylus is protected if I happen to walk away near the end of a record! Would recommend to anyone needing a tone arm lifter.

## Features

- Add Auto-Arm Lift Functionality to Almost Any Manual Turntable
- Safely lift your tonearm at the end of the record
- Can be used with most bearing tonearm types from uni-pivot to gimbal
- Easy installation
- Provides a slider to adjust "lift force sensitivity"

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B008OAMD26 |
| Additional Features | Built-In Bluetooth Receiver |
| Best Sellers Rank | #172 in Audio & Video Turntables |
| Brand | Pro-Ject |
| Built-In Media | Q Up |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Amplifier, Receiver, Speaker |
| Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth |
| Customer Reviews | 3.8 out of 5 stars 793 Reviews |
| Cycles | DC Motor |
| Enclosure Material | Plastic |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00013964497069 |
| Included Components | Q Up |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 0.51"L x 2.36"W x 1.89"H |
| Item Height | 4.8 centimeters |
| Manufacturer | Q UP |
| Material | Plastic |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 45 RPM |
| Model Name | The Q UP |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Signal Format | Digital |
| Special Feature | Built-In Bluetooth Receiver |
| Style | Modern |
| Style Name | Modern |
| UPC | 013964497069 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Pro-Ject
- **Color:** Black
- **Compatible Devices:** Amplifier, Receiver, Speaker
- **Included Components:** Q Up
- **Material:** Plastic
- **Maximum Rotational Speed:** 45 RPM
- **Model Name:** The Q UP
- **Motor Type:** DC Motor
- **Special Feature:** Built-In Bluetooth Receiver
- **Style:** Modern

## Images

![Q UP - Tonearm Lifter - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61wVSr7nSIL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easy to install, and works brilliantly
*by R***J on May 13, 2013*

The device does exactly as advertised, even better. I have a Rega P5 and the directions from the website where you download the instructions state that Rega Turntables might not work with the included sliding base. The P5 has the 3 point base and there are no issues. I can't speak for the old design for Rega as it had a threaded column under the pivot. But now that Rega has outfitted all new designs with the 3 point base this shouldn't be an issue with newer models. Anyway the sliding base allow adjustments on positioning where the arm is picked up, so this make it much easier to set and adjust. Different records have different lead outs so, this adjustment is necessary after the initial set up. Aside from the sliding base there are 2 other adjustment. The first one sets how trigger reacts to pressure. This will allow adjustment for lighter arms by setting it to a hair trigger reaction. The second adjusts the spring action on the lift. This allows you to lessen the spring for lighter arms and increases the spring pressure for heavier arms. You don't want to throw your arm up too fast. Again easy to install, download the instructions and read. After reading the instructions, following them takes about 15 minutes to install. Just take your time before you locate the lifter. Make sure you are perpendicular the arm and are clear of any obstructions that would prevent appropriate adjustments afterward. You don't have to be perfect, the slider base will allow you be a little sloppy. Regarding more recent reviews stating this is made out of cheap plastic and it isn't worth $5 much less $50. This is all subjective. I have this device on a $1200 Deck with a $600 cartridge. My Rega does not have an Auto-lift and I doubt any complaining to them will ever change their mind to add this feature. It just isn't going to happen. I've added pictures to me, it looks fine. My Deck has a black plinth with a silver tonearm. And I think it matches just fine. Mind you, any device you place on your plinth with affect the sound characteristics of your Turntable. So the lighter the better and the materials used to fabricate this device seem appropriate. If it were heavy it would it would definitely add mass to plinth. Personally I haven't noticed any changes after adding it probably because of the materials. Now, if you are putting this on a $200 deck, I could understand people complaining about the price. But to me, retipping my cartridge costs $400 and I can't use my deck until somebody by hand replaces the cantilever using a microscope. So, this little device delays the inevitable retipping process. If you are using a $200 deck, you have other options like buying a used deck that has either auto-lift or return. If you don't like the looks of this device, there an an alternative made by Espressimo. It's made of brass and is double the cost of the Q Up. I bought my Q UP in March of 2013 and it still works flawlessly in May 2017. If you think this is too cheap looking, buy the brass one. But, Black and Silver is perfectly suited to my eyes as I don't own any audio gear that brass or gold. There is another alternative called the newer Little Fwend that was released in 2015. The Little Fwend is much nicer looking and cost $250. I've seen arguments that somebody should make tonearm lifter with better materials. Well, they are there. Espressimo has been making their lift for over 20 years. The Q Up is newer and much more affordable. If I had a $10K deck, maybe I would be more willing to buy a Little Fwend. For the cost of $50, the Q Up is quite reasonable. There are alternatives and one is twice the price, the other is five times the price. So if you want better materials and aesthetics, it will cost you. Contrary to those that think that somebody could make a cheaper tonearm lift, it isn't happening. The audiophile market usually sells expensive things. While this thing isn't exactly cheap, it is half the price of what was previously available in the Espressimo. And apparently if you use better materials and make it look less utilitarian, rather and making making it less costly as others reviews have asserted, the price jump is 500% that of Q Up. After 4 years of owning mine, it is still rated 5 Stars. I see now Q Up has deal if buy 2 of them at a reduced price. I wish they had that deal when I purchased mine. My other Rega, a P3 has Alphason tonearm lift that has been out of production for many years. The Alphason works with small magnets, one clipped on the tonearm and another on the plinth mounted bracket. The Alphason works, but no where near as well as the Q Up. I periodically have to adjust the Aphason because the clip moved when I released it from the bracket. I have never adjusted the Q Up after I first set it up over 4 years ago. This thing is rock solid. I would definitely have bought the double pack. For now I'll stick with the Alphason, but, TBH, I'll probably get annoyed with it and get a Q Up as I've recently started using the P3 a bit more after having set it in my remodeled office.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Not sure why so many complain, great product!
*by B***N on July 28, 2023*

Honestly after reading so many complaints in the reviews I was expecting a worse product. It took me about 10 minutes to set up and works great every time. I saw many complaints about getting this lifter set up, but after a quick test placement I stuck it on and it was good to go. I saw complaints about the arm lifting with too much force, but the slider on one end of the Q up adjusts this down to almost no spring tension and gently lifts my tone arm. Another slider adjust the trigger mechanism, make sure this is adjusted properly before sticking the Q up to the turntable because the trigger slider will move the location of the trigger slightly. I saw many complaints about how “expensive” this is. If you’ve looked at any other model of tone arm lifter they are 2-3 times the price. Could it cost less? Maybe but it’s a relatively low manufacturing volume item, so cost per item will be more at the manufacturing stage. Yes it’s made of plastic but the Q up I received was well made, all the plastic pieces fit together well and works properly. I wouldn’t call this a cheaply made item. Some have complained about looks, but I think it looks near factory on my Pro-ject Debut Carbon Esprit (white with black accents). Of course this will vary with different turntables and personal preferences. My Q up has been through a few dozen LPs now and has worked flawlessly every time. I couldn’t be happier knowing my stylus is protected if I happen to walk away near the end of a record! Would recommend to anyone needing a tone arm lifter.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ It does the job, but pricey
*by B***D on September 12, 2023*

Most all high end turntables are manual operation meaning you must lower the stylus onto the record by hand. You also have to physically lift it off the record when the record has ended and the stylus is in the run out groove. Not lifting the stylus when the record is over results in clicks and undue wear on the stylus. Any stylus has a limited lifetime before performance decreases and the better ones can be expensive. This small plastic gadget can be positioned and adjusted to automatically lift the tonearm and stylus off the record’s surface when the stylus is in the run out grove. It’s small and relatively easy to position and adjust for the desired activation point and lifting force. And it works as advertised! The main body comes with several extension blocks to best accommodate various platter heights. Included 3M double sided tape pieces allow for easy and secure use of one or more of these blocks. My unit did not come with any instructions or documentation but the website had all you need with easy to understand pictorial instructions. You will need to reset the triggering mechanism before each play but that is quick and easy to do. This is pretty pricey for what you get but believe it or not there are other similar devices at several times the price of this one. This works reliably and helps prolong the life of your expensive stylus. So overall I recommend this, especially for the audiophile with a good turntable.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Q UP - Tonearm Lifter
- Neoteck Digital Turntable Stylus Force Scale Gauge 0.01g/5.00g Blue LCD Backlight for Tonearm Phono Cartridge
- Pro-Ject Brush It, Antistatic Carbon Fiber Record Brush

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