The Master Edition Direct Drive Turntable System – SL-1200GME is a limited-production reference turntable that continues the legendary SL-1200 heritage with cutting-edge engineering and uncompromising build quality. Designed by Technics, this flagship direct drive turntable features a newly developed twin-rotor coreless motor that eliminates cogging and delivers exceptionally stable, ultra-precise platter rotation. Advanced ΔΣ-Drive technology further suppresses motor vibrations, ensuring smoother playback and improved sonic accuracy. A heavyweight three-layer platter—combining brass, aluminum die-cast, and vibration-damping rubber—works with a rigid four-layer cabinet to reduce resonance and maintain rotational stability. The gold-finished magnesium tonearm offers extremely high initial-motion sensitivity thanks to Technics’ precision gimbal suspension and high-precision bearings. High-damping αGEL™ insulators and a multi-stage silent power supply minimize vibration and electrical noise for pure analog playback. Individually balanced during factory assembly, the SL-1200GME delivers reference-grade performance, remarkable dynamics, and exceptional detail, making it a true collector-level audiophile turntable for serious vinyl enthusiasts.
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The Master Edition Direct Drive Turntable System – SL-1200GME is a limited-production reference turntable that continues the legendary SL-1200 heritage with cutting-edge engineering and uncompromising build quality. Designed by Technics, this flagship direct drive turntable features a newly developed twin-rotor coreless motor that eliminates cogging and delivers exceptionally stable, ultra-precise platter rotation. Advanced ΔΣ-Drive technology further suppresses motor vibrations, ensuring smoother playback and improved sonic accuracy. A heavyweight three-layer platter—combining brass, aluminum die-cast, and vibration-damping rubber—works with a rigid four-layer cabinet to reduce resonance and maintain rotational stability. The gold-finished magnesium tonearm offers extremely high initial-motion sensitivity thanks to Technics’ precision gimbal suspension and high-precision bearings. High-damping αGEL™ insulators and a multi-stage silent power supply minimize vibration and electrical noise for pure analog playback. Individually balanced during factory assembly, the SL-1200GME delivers reference-grade performance, remarkable dynamics, and exceptional detail, making it a true collector-level audiophile turntable for serious vinyl enthusiasts.
- New twin-rotor coreless direct drive motor achieving stable rotation
- ΔΣ-Drive suppresses vibrations from the motor for smoother, more accurate rotation
- Anti-vibration structure with a three-layer platter and a four-layer cabinet construction
- High-damping silicon insulators using αGEL™
- Magnesium tonearm achieving high Initialmotion sensitivity
- Low-noise, low-voltage power circuit and a switching power supply
- Drive Method: Direct Drive
- Motor: Brushless DC motor
- Turntable Speeds: 33-1/3, 45 and 78* rpm
* The turntable speed will be 78.26 rpm when set to 78 rpm. - Starting Torque: 0.32 N・m (3.3kgf・cm)
- Build-up Characteristics: 0.7s from standstill to 33- 1/3 rpm
- Braking system: Electronic brake
- Wow and Flutter: 0.025% W.R.M.S.
- Turntable Platter: Brass and aluminium die-cast combined
- Diameter：332mm
- Weight：Approx. 3.6kg (Including a rubber sheet)
- Tonearm Type: Static Balance
- Effective Length: 230mm
- Overhang: 15mm
- Tracking Error Angle: Within 2° 32' (at the outer groove of 30cm(12") record), Within 0° 32' (at the inner groove of 30cm(12") record)
- Offset Angle: 22°
- Arm Height Adjustment Range: 0 - 6mm
- Stylus Pressure Adjustment Range: 0 - 4g (Direct Reading)
- Headshell weight: Approx. 7.6g
- Applicable Cartridge Weight Range(without auxiliary weight): 5.6 - 12.0g, 14.3 - 20.7g (including head shell), (with small auxiliary weight) 10.0 - 16.4g, 18.7 - 25.1g (including head shell), (with big auxiliary weight) 14.3 - 19.8g, 23.0 - 28.5g (including head shell)
- Cartridge Mounting Dimension: 12.7 mm (1/2") interval
- Head Shell Terminal Lug: 1.2mmφ 4-pin terminal lug
- PHONO (Pin Jack) x 1
- EARTH TERMINAL x 1
- Power Supply: AC220-240 V, 50/60 Hz
- Power Consumption: 11W (ON), 0.3 W (OFF)
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 17.83 x 6.81 x 14.64 in
- Weight: Approx.39.68 lbs
- Operating temperature range: 0℃ to +40℃
- Operating humidity range: 35% to 80% RH (no condensation)
- Accessories: Turntable, Turntable sheet, Dust cover,
EP record adaptor, Balance weight,
Auxiliary weight, Head shell, Overhang gauge,
Screw set for cartridge, Cartridge spacer,PHONO cable,
PHONO earth lead, AC power supply cord, Screw set for turntable Owner's Manual
PRODUCT INFORMATION:
Model: SL-1200GME | Barcode: 885170446397
WARNING: California Residents - Proposition 65. This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov