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SL-1200MK2

SL-1200MK2

BrandTechnics
FunctionTurntable
Produced1979 - 2010
CountryJapan
Form FactorTabletop
Signal PathAnalog Hardware
Dimensions45.3 × 16.2 × 36 cm (W × H × D)
Weight11.6 kg
PowerMains, 110v / 220v selectable
Turntable TypeQuartz direct drive
Drive MethodDirect drive
MotorBrushless DC motor
Turntable PlatterAluminum diecast
Platter Diameter33.2 cm
Platter Mass2kg
Turntable Speeds33 1/3 rpm, 45 rpm
Variable Range Pitch±8 %
Starting Torque1.5 kg·cm
Build-up Characteristics0.7 s. from standstill to 33 1/3 rpm
Braking systemElectronic Brake
Wow and Futter0.01 % WRMS
Wow and Futter0.025 % WRMS (JIS C5521)
Wow and Futter±0.035 % peak (IEC 98A Weighted)
RumbleRumble –56 dB (IEC 98A Unweighted)
Rumble–78 dB (IEC 98A Weighted)
Tonearm: TypeUniversal
Tonearm: Effective Length230 mm
Tonearm: Arm Height Adjustment Range0 to 6 mm
Tonearm: Overhang15 mm
Tonearm: Effective Mass12 g (without cartridge)
Tonearm: Offset Angle22°
Tonearm: FrictionLess than 7 mg (lateral, vertical)
Tonearm: Tracking Error angleWithin 2° 32' (at the outer groove of 30 cm record)
Tonearm: Tracking Error AngleWithin 0° 32' (at the inner groove of 30 cm record)
Tonearm: Stylus Pressure Adjustment Range0 to 2.5 g
Tonearm: Applicable Cartridge Weight Range6 to 10 g, 13.6 – 17.5 g (including headshell)
Tonearm: Applicable Cartridge Weight Range9.5 – 13 g, 17 – 20.5 g (including headshell) With Auxiliary Weight
Tonearm: Applicable Cartridge Weight Range3.5 – 6.5 g, 11 – 14 g (including headshell)
Tonearm: Headshell Weight7.5 g
Power Consumption16W
Connections
  • Audio Out · RCA (Phono, Cinch) · Socket (Female), Cable Mount
Controls
  • Pitch · Slide Switch · +/- 8%
  • Speed · Momentary Push Switch · 33.3RPM, 45RPM
  • Start/Stop · Rotary Switch
Displays
  • On / Speed Strobe · Light
  • Centre Pitch Indicator · LED
NotesThe upper body of the plinth is Silver or Matte Black in colour.