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Technics SL-1210Mk5 TurnTable

Manufacturer : Technics
In Stock : 7

List Price:	$517.99
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Features

Precision molded aluminum diecast cabinet and heavy rubber base material
Very high torque for quick start-ups
Highly sensitive low-mass tone-arm
Pitch reset button
Adjustable stop break

Product Description

From its roots, the Technics SL1200 series turntables have been appreciated by professionals and DJ's for precise tracking, accuracy, and easy use. The SL-1210MK5 Pro DJ Direct Drive Turntable is the most recent update and is designed for the needs of today and tomorrow. Variable Range Pitch +-8% Starting Torque 1.3 lb-in (1.5 kg-cm) Build-Up Characteristics 0.7s from standstill to 33-1/3 rpm Braking System Electronic brake Wow and Flutter 0.01% WRMS Rumble -56dB (IEC 98A Unweighted) -78dB (IEC Weighted) Tonearm Type Universal with Effective Length 9-1/16 (230mm) and Arm Height Adjustment Range 0-6mm / Overhang 19/32 (15mm) / Effective Mass 12g (without cartridge); Offset Angle 22-degrees; Tracking Error Angle Within 2-degrees 32' (at the outer groove of 12 record) and Within 0-degrees 32' (at the inner groove of 12 record) Stylus Pressure Adjustment Range 0-4g; Applicable Cartridge Weight Range 3.5g - 13g or 11g - 20.5g (including headshell) / Applicable Cartridge Weight Range (with auxiliary weight) 9.5g - 13g; 17g - 20.5g (including headshell) Power Supply AC120V, 60Hz k Power Consumption 13.5W Unit Dimensions (H x W x D) 625/32'' x 1727/32'' x 1331/32''; Weight 26.5 lbs

Amazon.com

Long recognized by the World's DJs as the best club-use turntable, the famous SL series is without a rival. The turntable uses their original integral roto-platter Direct Drive motor for smooth, non-stop performance and unwavering quartz DD accuracy. This gives DJs the ability to spin records with quick starts, stops, and scratches, for the ultimate mixing experience.

Feature List

Total quartz locked continuous pitch adjustment +/-8% and +/-16%
Precision molded aluminum diecast cabinet and heavy rubber base material absorb unwanted vibrations
Unwavering quartz Direct Drive accuracy: wow and flutter 0,01% WRNMS, rumble -78dB (DIN B)
Very high torque (1.5Kg/cm) for quick start-ups
Highly sensitive low mass tone-arm with gimbal suspension/helicoid tonearm height adjustment
Pitch reset button
Adjustable stop break
Long life LED needle light
Stylus pressure adjuster
Recessed on/off switch
Headshell stand on the cabinet
Detachable lid
Slip mat included

Amazon.com Product Description

If you're serious about spinning vinyl, the Panasonic SL-1210MK5 turntable is for you. With a metallic black-finish and brushed-steel hardware, it looks as good as it sounds. Special features include a nonclick pitch control, pitch reset, and adjustable electronic braking system.

The pitch control is a smooth, quartz-locked, nonclick slider with continuous pitch adjustment, and you can instantly reset the pitch to zero at the touch of a button. You can also adjust the braking speed to make the SL-1210MK5 stop as quickly or slowly as you need, and the high-torque motor makes for quick start-ups (0.07 seconds from stop to full speed). Other features include an LED stylus light that lasts longer than previous models, and a recessed power switch to avoid accidentally turning the turntable on or off.

What's in the Box
Turntable with dust cover, slip mat, user's manual, and warranty information.

Customer Reviews

Average Rating of 5.00 out of 4 reviews

Rating :
no-brainer - Robert K. Kope, Feb 11, 2008

a DJ turntable for hi-fi? yes! powerful, stable, weighty, easy to set up and use.

i always wondered why my belt-drive turntables wouldn't spin with the cleaning brush applied to a record...the price to pay for better isloated/quieter system? cleaning a record on this table is not going to stop the platter and i was pleasantly surprised that the sound quality exceeded my thorens td-160 (which sounded better than my B&O, luxman, AR and entry-level rega).

all of my previous turntables are eclipsed by the 1210, if you're on the fence (looking for a sub-$2K unit) go for it. if you're thinking of a USB 'table... :-P

Rating :
Holy [..] - Michael C. Anderson, Feb 22, 2007

Absolutely blow away. Precise tracking, skate, balance controls. Unwavering drive speed, extremely low rumble and is also a very well isolated unit.

Fantastic for audiophile enthusiasts or archiving to digital. Highly recommended unit. Also beautiul to look at, a bonus.

Oh, apparently you can DJ with this thing too...

Mated with a low noise pre-amp, and audiophile quality needle/cartridge (not included) delivers amazing sound. Literally makes the need for replacing your LP's with new CD's unecessary unless heavy wear present.

Very pleased and the 1210's available in black, 1200's in silver will match most home set-up schemes.

Definetly to be considered a high-end unit.

Rating :
The De Facto Turntable - Jay, Aug 20, 2006

I am a DJ/Beatmaker from Brooklyn N.Y. and have grown up with hip-hop. The 1200's are the de facto standard for DJ's and studio work. There is a reason why they are found in every club and studio on the planet! They have solid build, very stable and realiable....will last a lifetime! I had an older pair that went "missing" during a move and so I had to replace them with these. I brought two and highly recommend them to all turntablist and beatmakers...........keeping it hot in East New York......Supreme.

Rating :
Craftsmanship, Stability, Accuracy - Keeba Johnson, Jul 05, 2006

TECHNICS have overturned the status quo in the turntable market. The craftsmanship of the MK5's are unmatched. I tested both the Numark TTX1's and Technics 1210 MK5's.

The Numarks are great, I really cannot put them down. In fact I may get one of them for my son. However, not just relying on the Technics history or popularity, but on actual hands on testing and comparing to other decks, the Technics just feel so much better.

The stability and strength of these decks when mixing, scratching, blending and beat juggling is simply superior. When rubbing the vinyl on the MK5's you can tell it is a premium product.

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