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SL-1200 MK5

SL-1200 MK5

BrandTechnics
FunctionTurntable
Produced1979 - 2010
CountryJapan
Form FactorTabletop
Signal PathAnalog Hardware
Dimensions453mm (w) x 360mm (d) x 162mm (h)
Weight12.5kg
PowerMains, 110v / 220v
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)
Rumble–56 dB (IEC 98A Unweighted)
Rumble–78 dB (IEC 98A Weighted)
Tonearm: TypeUniversal
Tonearm: Effective Length230mm
Tonearm: Arm Height Adjustment Range0 to 6mm
Tonearm: Overhang15mm
Tonearm: Effective Mass15g (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: Stylus Pressure Adjustment Range0 to 2.5 g
Tonearm: Headshell Weight7.5g
Power Consumption16W
Channels2 Channel
Connections
  • Audio Out · RCA (Phono, Cinch) · 2 Way
Controls
  • Speed · Momentary Push Switch · 33 or 45 rpm
  • Pitch · Slide Pot · +/- 8%
  • Start/Stop · Latching Push Switch
  • On/Off · Rotary Pot with Switch
Displays
  • On / Speed Strobe · Light
  • Centre Pitch Indicator · LED