Technics SL1200 for serious home listening? TURNTABLE REVIEW
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- Опубліковано 27 лис 2020
- The Technics SL 1200 MK2 is much more than a DJ turntable. In this video, I explain why this is a great record player for home listening.
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They were originally made for home audiophile listening and DJs discovered how durable they were and it became widely popular amongst them.
I thought these were made for radio stations as a commercial table back in 1972
That's correct Paul. It was meant to be a top audiophile record player from Technics. At least that was the case with the original and first version SL-.1200. Afrika Bambaataa then discovered it, used it first in disco clubs and as a 'scratch' machine for their studio recordings, others followed...the rest is history.
And supposedly it was one of the very few that had a strong enough motor to keep the platter spinning while holding the record in place without losing speed. That’s one of the things DJs really loved about it!
Sorry but you´re totally wrong, check the 1972 technics catalog and you´ll find there why the SL-1200 was released, why do you need a professional turntable at home having better for the same price for home use ,this from technics
@@ericperry72 a lot of stations used the SL1000 /SP10
The last turntable you will ever need. Amen! 🙏🤘
i bought a 1200 mk7 earlier in the year, and while i technically don’t need another turntable, it’s fun to explore the possibilities of other decks for their sound and style. in reality, i won’t get one and will just focus on other upgrades to surround the turntable like a new phono preamp, cartridges, speakers, headphones, etc.
The absolute best costs around $ 4000
for cheap not the best Technics 😁
Wrong, sub chassis spring suspension turntables are for serious home listening. I’m no freaking DJ so why I need a technics 1200? I’m very happy with my Acoustic Research turntable I bought new in 1985.
@@emokidsparade8126 the mk7 has not been well received. How are you liking yours? I have a couple MK3 and am considering an MK4 or a GR
Bought mine in 2011, was one of the last produced at the end if the original run. My model is SL1210-MK2, and it still looks and works like new!
I use it with an Ortofon M2 blue cartridge, and it sounds absolutely amazing! And yes, it was built stronger than a tank 😁
We are turntable bros. Though, I use AT VM530EN.
If the SL-1200 isn't an audiophile turntable, somebody might want to let Technics know that; they claim that's what it was built as in the first place. Personally, I'll take their word for it.
Had my MK2 26 years,easily the best piece of electronics I've ever bought.doing a few upgrades has made it sound even sweeter and it was brilliant as standard
Wheels of steel. I bought 2 (sl1200 mk2) of these used 16 years ago, 600 for the pair with roadcases, best audio investment I have ever made.
I always meant to get roadcases for mine and never did - dude, that's a great price you got there.
Has any parts broken down in you during that time?
Note: I inadvertently use the phrase "M K 2" in this video, rather than Mark 2, when referencing the 1200. This is an error my my part.
Frank
It does say Mk 2 right on the top of that model technique so I thought you were totally fine by saying M K 2.
M K 2... Mark two... whatever. Great review!
As I stated before you shouldn't make fun of someone who enjoys playing with vintage audio equipment.
Confession: I used to call Ska music S.K.A music so I’m not one to preach :-)
Purchased a new 1210GR over the summer and have absolutely zero complaints. Worth every penny.
I completely agree with your assessment of the Mk2. After searching for a gently used Mk2 for several years, I bought one last year. It was definitely worth the wait! Congratulations on joining the Technics Sl-1200 owners club!
Same here love 1200mk2 , thought nothing will beat it. Got a pair of mk7 technics, took about year to understand, then it blew my mind.
Never thought something would surpass MK2 in sound but in my humble opinion mk7 does.
It is so much more precise than MK2.
At first didn't like build
Quality using new compounds, really stood out that it wasn't tank like.
Over time it's just gets better, that new brushless motor is a work of beauty. Once your ear adjusts to the new motor as a DJ, you'll start forgetting the MK2, it's a step up.
Don't get me wrong, MK2 will always be special.
i love these and have 2 of them from when I used to use them DJing. Now I use them at home for listening.
Same here! My favorite tables to go to.
I have the Mk2, had it since 96, still going strong. I love it.
Got my pair 34 Years ago! Still play and sound amazing! Only had to replace a faulty pitch slider, otherwise flawless. I use a Shure M97HE with a Jico stylus for listening. Very pleasant and balanced sound.
Same here mine is 35 years old and still runs perfectly....
I tried the same combination and compared it to Thorens with sme 3009 arm and Thorens sounds way better ( more open sound, weider...). As I love my 1210 a lot I am in search of adequate cartridge for it
@@rockinsergio4969 i agree with you having both thorens and technics turntables also two pioneers and a Dual a reloop and a philips but the first 3 is what i´m using, i use a mp-300 from nagaoka or a hana ML wich was given to me and is perfect but the nagaoka works with technics as brands
i have a thorens professional from 1970 working perfect today(52 years) ,also a SL-1000 from technics and as a dj for 35 years i used two SL-1200mkII (sold both looking new for 500€ in 2005)with shure professional needles in the 90´s concorde from ortofon ,but i´m using today in a all technics ASH colour a SL-3310 with a nagaoka MP-300*/ JNP* cartridge and a 74 pioneer turntable that only now i´m going to re-wire it because sometimes the ground wire fails to contact but only happens rarelly but due to it´s age ,new wires, also from my father(92 y.o) i received 15 days ago a complete revox system with the box ,rectangular shape that rotates over the record with a ortofon system installed inside the box, with several new needles still sealed bought by my fatjher and some altec lasing speakers that he restored in mid 90´s ,he never left me use the system till today but whenever he went for holidays i use to put it real loud, mainly i´m using two systems a technics and a pioneer and using the thorens i bought in early 90´s just like the "conesseur" from fine arts by grundig with a amplifier i bought from Philips in 79 F series with tannoy speakers, a resume of what i own of hi-fi components, i colect them, regards
I've got two mk2s and bought them in 1993 new for $750 for the pair. They've been serviced by a sound guy I know well, twice over the years. I used them for djing, which I did professionally for many years, and for listening to this day. I'd guess there is over 10,000 hours on each and they still play perfectly. edit - forgot to mention these were used at many outdoor raves in the early 90s and have seen rain, pollen, beer, soda, plenty of weed, dust, dirt...
All adds to the character of the sound
two bags of grass, seventy-five pellets of mescaline, five sheets of high powered blotter acid, a salt shaker half full of cocaine, and a whole galaxy of multi-colored uppers, downers, screamers, laughers... and also a quart of tequila.... 😂😂😂
@@ceeej1290 pretty much that too 😂😂
😆😆😆@@billscott6819
I love my 1200 MKII. It's been upgraded by KAB Electronics with Cardas Litz RCA cables, a thin Teflon type plastic insert inside the tone arm, a fluid dampening system attached to the tone arm pivot and a Delrin plastic thrust plate for the spindle replacing the metal one. Also it has Sorbothane type feet. The cartridge is a Nagaoka MP 200.
I love it. It was my second turntable when I was 14 and I've been using it since then. No problems at all. Easy to use and super reliable. Mine is the MK3D though.
I've had my silver 1200 now for 6 years (bought used, made 2001) it's still impeccable. Sounds good when hooked up to my technics (1996) stereo system.
Tank is an understatement. Purchased two 1210s in 1999. I spilled two beers on mine, dropped them down a flight of stairs, and pulled them out of a dorm room after the building caught on fire and burned down. They are still spinning like the day I bought them. Keep them clean, use them often and they will last forever. Great video. Cheers.
Such an iconic TT. Sometimes legends don't live up to their hype, but this one does.
I opened mine up (SL-1210 Mk2), after I acquired for a ridiculously low price from a DJ, in order to restore the separate ground lead (removing it and wiring to the ground of the phono leads being a popular DJ mod for convenience) - and looking inside one of these clearly illustrates where the money is spent. To be honest, I'd be amazed if they made much profit on these decks. The alloy casting of the chassis, the added bulk-molding compound, the anti-resonant rubber base, AND the the thick rubber coating on the underside of the platter! All that weight is there for a reason (not just to make it "feel" quality as most of its clones do).
I know replacing the tone-arm is a popular mod, but I personally think it's a thing of functional beauty and works just fine.
don´t need a better one ,they are perfect from factory and you can upgrade with the same arm but built from diferent material so it can deliver a more cleaner sound that ,at least i could never notice the diference having a good cartridge and stylus
I have a pair of 1200 MK 2s for DJing, just at home. And I love them! I have owned mainly Technics, most of my life. Found great deals online for them.
Technics does make some higher end models for pure HiFi use if people are complaining about the the 1200. But the 1200 is my favorite turntable and probably the last table I’ll ever need.
ya finally bought 1 Frank , best turntable in my opinion , had mine since 1989 , not a problem with it
I got my SL1210 mk 2 in 1993 from a small town in Nottinghamshire UK...it’s been host to a range of incredible vinyl from Stevie Wonder & Marvin Gaye to Eric B & Rakim and A Tribe Called Quest, Ennio Morricone to Hans Zimmer....what a incredible audio journey 👍⏰🎧🎬🎤
Hello Frank ! That’s a beautiful machine. I’m slowly approaching a point of seriously thinking about upgrading my hardware. Reviews like this is a good help. Stay safe.
I had a SL1200 MK5 which was amazing and I now have the SL1210GR which is targeted more for the casual listener. It's super duper amazing (to me).
I had the pleasure to use one at a festival, and it's such a wonderful object, absolutely indestructible
Sweet turntable Frank. I've been waiting awhile for your review 😉
Ive have 2 of them. I put on the dj stylus for when i want to spin some records and another stylus for just listening to music. I bought them as a pair over 20 years ago and since i take great care of them they still look and sound brand new.
Just came into a used MK2 that I got through Offerup and I couldn't be happier with my purchase. Right away I could see and feel the quality build construction and while it's a bit scuffed up having belonged to a dj, the sound from this thing is superb!
The intro is amazing 😂
I bought THREE SL1200 MKIIs new in Singapore in 1989, two for DJing, one for home hifi, I still have the home use one and it still works like new
When I got into vintage audio in the early 00s everyone just ragged on the 1200. I actually remember a stereo chat room where a guy called it "Filthy DJ trash" lol. My friend has had one since then as well and it just keeps chugging along. It's got good specs but it's quality is that it's the turntable equivalent to a flathead Ford V8. It will never stop running as intended.
Technics makes a really good turntable. Not only do they sound great, but they are built to last. I have an older SL-D3. I play it pretty much everyday, sometimes for hours at a time, and have had zero problems with it, other than a broken hinge on the dust cover.
Yeah that line suffers from the hinges cracking easily. I have a SL-D1 with the same issue. I had the semi automatic SL-D2 as a teenager and it eventually had the hinge crack. Great turntables though.
@@casperguylkn I have an SL-D2, an SL-D3 and an SL-D202...I really don't think Technics made a bad table...ever! Fortunately, the dust covers are good on all of them!
My original mk2s are still in use down the street from me, they are at least 35 years old now. I've had mk5s since 2004 and they work just like they did on the day I got em.
I own a 1987 Mk2 and it is my final table. I plan to keep it running for the next 30-40 years.
that was the exact question which i was looking for thanks for that amazing video
Glad I could help!
Hello sir,finally i have a sl-1210 mk2,i just wanted to share my hapiness with you,by the way thank you so much for reloop dust cover recommendation
Hi Frank as you can tell by my logo I am a dj and over the years I have owned many of turntables. The SL1200 MKII is one of the finest ever constructed... I own 2 of them cause I was a club/ mobile dj that was brought up on using 45s. Now I'm 42 and got into the collecting phase of life when covid started so I am a Newbie... Right now there are still a few things I need to get for basics and its tough trying to talk my wife into letting me spend $75 on a record cleaner, she does not understand that aspect.... I am currently using a Numark CC-1 Cartridge and Seems like a midgrade stylus... Really enjoy the channel and reviews and info... Keep up the good work...
I love the original MK2s mine are well over 20 years old and all original and look out the box new still. I never intend to even bother with the newer versions like the MK7 or GR models that came out not too long ago.
I have my MK2 still spinning flawlessly after 4 decades of use....I am SO glad you chose the PICKERING cartridge as I still use a STANTON 680 EE (I have two). Workhorse /Battleship/with a delicate touch!
Those are great carts!
Fantastic lovely looking turntable
I really enjoyed your review
My self I have a vintage technics Quartz SL - Q3 from 1979 in matte black.......it's a lovely vintage technics fully automatic with repeat function...
Vinyl records forever.
Greetings from the uk ....George.
your speech and narrative is superb. Pleasant to hear. Will buy a 1210mk5 in box for my room !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Great vid... that “MARK” 2 will be the last turntable you’ll ever need. I love mine. Also love my Pro-Ject but the Technics will be with me until I die.
Man I am loving your channel!! I have two Technics SL1200's from back in the 80's when I was a DJ at the local Cabaret "The Rock Pit" of course I still have all my vinyl as well :)
Thanks Les!
I have the same cartridge and I love it. I might buy the SL-1200 some sunny day.
I have 2 from my days as a dj.. They are still in top nick almost 3 decades later.. Sound wise they are very neutral with your amp speakers and styli making the difference 😉. New to your channel enjoying v much👍
I still have my set of 1200M3D from 2003 and they work awesome. I also just got a set new 1200MK7. They have some nice new features but the older ones still feel tougher. Both sound amazing though.
Got one mail order in 2010, new, I think the last year made in the Classic mk II iteration. Very sturdy, reliable and nice sounding. Wanted one since the early eighties. Full manual isn’t the best if you tend to stick to your couch or nod off, something I like about my sl 1300 from circa 1977.
I’ve literally had my techniques SL 12000Mk 2 for around 20 years.
Got it used at a pawn shop in a trade.
The quality of sound I get with it never ceases to amaze me.
I just put a Goldring 1042 on my 1200 mk 2 and love it.
I've gotten into vinyl recently, and I would love to someday get my hands on one of these! The Technics SL 1200 sounds like it's the king of turntables!
Pre Order the 50th Anniversary model 😉 Ltd Edition and looks sweet. Due to be released early July 2022.
@@jakeagusta I would like one but can't afford it. The SL-220 i rescued from the trash back in 2016 is what I use at the moment.
Get an Audio Technica LP120.A fraction of the price and the same playing quality.The only difference is it wont last aslong as that one but you really dont need it if you just play records at home.
Spot on review! I've had mine for a couple years and have no plans of ever replacing it. I do need to upgrade my cartridge and stylus though. It's funny, we have the same integrated amp, CD player, and Turntable. I'm not sure what speakers you're using, but I've got Bose 301 hooked up to my system.
I have a MK3 and love the damned thing. Never been used for DJ use. Looks immaculate. Sounds WONDERFUL. And the precision of the thing is mesmerizing.
Sir you are correct that the
turntable isn't just for
Deejays.
I had the MK5. Stellar. Then updated to a SL-1210GR... OMG... so happy!
Owned one since 1990 and it’s still going strong - only thing wrong over that time, had to replace the phono leads, but apart from that it’s been rock solid.
Best turntable I've ever owned, upgradable as well. Costly though..
I bought my 1210 MK2 off ebay a bunch of years back. Besides needing a stylus and new dust cover it worked great. Frank I agree with you about the RCA cables. So I found a website that offered replacement parts. I got the Gold plated RCA wires, new dust cover and a new LED light for the stylus light (it was burnt out) all for around $100! My electrician friend redid the wiring and I took it to a free turntable set-up clinic where the technician installed my ortofon 2m Red and calibrated everything. KILLER DECK.. I love it.
I have 3 of these and I love them.
i own 2 1200s i bought in 1986 for mobile djing. still use them at home never had any issues they are tanks
Jico makes super quality replacement stylus.
I just got a silver 1200 mkII 2 weeks ago for $18 and I am LOVING IT XD had to change the RCA cables but it was well worth it
I used to DJ back in the 80s & went through 6 pairs of 1200's [Some were stolen, others I sold] but man were they excellent for DJ'ing at clubs & parties. The speed control made it easier to mix beats together and they left no cue burns when you mix in the other record
I used to have the techniques turntable it was a really great turntable for me and I’ve listened to record players before but not with amplifiers or anything like that. when I listen to the techniques especially with the amplifier that had a CD player cassette player turntable on the radio wow what a revelation for me and my friends gave me his turntable which was a techniques turntable it was a fantastic turntable the sound was really good. it is my second favorite right behind the audio technic a 120 and 14XP. I never want to listen to record players without any amplifiers again because I think amplifiers can make a big difference as far as sound goes. thank you so much Frank for talking about the techniques turntables which is one of my favorites.
I pulled my Technics SL-1200 out of storage last week. It has a Grace "Ruby" phono cartridge and stylus mounted on it. The turntable and cover and cartridge are in excellent condition, and everything sounds great! I bought it in 1979 but overall it has seen light use over the years. I paired in with an Akai-8080, and listened to "TUBES - THE COMPLETION BACKWARD PRINCIPLE LP from 1981.Works great!
I love my "Mark 2" . In London I can call over half a dozen DJ doctors to come to my home, service it or repair it. I've not needed either of these services yet and don't think I will for a while.
I got a great deal back in 1990. Got 2 MK2s, 2 Shure cartridges with styli, "out the door" with tax, $1,000. Use them for mixing; DJing for years and they have never needed servicing. Just recently bought the official oil to use on the spindle well. Switched to Ortofon DJ cartridges years ago. Love them!
Great review. Just got lucky and got one for $350 in mint condition. All I can say is this thing is pure quality. Had other brands of turntables but they don’t compare to the almighty technics.
Nice Pickering! I've got a Stanton 681EEE on my MK2 with an aftermarket replacement D6800EEE stylus on it from KAB USA. It is killer.
Hey there Frank. I couldn't agree more with your review. I purchased a used but fantastic conditioned silver MK2 a good number of years ago. The seller was asking for $380, and I talked him down to $300. He said he used to dj but gave it up and was keeping one for his system, and the other he sold to me. At first I had a hard time believing It was used at all for DJing, as the condition was so damn good and clean. It came with a Stanton cartridge (the model escapes me right now, was some time ago), which he said had about 100 hrs of use on it. I used it for a month or so then ended up purchasing an AT-440ml cartridge, which sounded great out of the box and once broken in was amazing! I currently have an AT-150MLX cartridge installed on it and it performs like a dream. I've had people tell me to dump it and get a good belt driven table like a true audiophile, and I own a number of them, but the SL1200 is my main table for the foreseeable future. It IS built like a tank, 26lbs according to the manual, and if this one should ever crap out (highly doubtful) I will most likely buy a new generation model. I love the sound, build quality and performance of this beast, and I've even been able to convert a few people who had sworn them off in the past. If I had to point out a gripe with the table, it would be the fact that it is completely manual, a must for DJing obviously. And I only say that coming from an intoxicated point of view. If you plan on having a good number of wobbly pops and playing records all night, make sure you have someone on hand to return the tone arm to home base after you fall asleep on the couch before the record is done!😴😲 Cheers!
I got a MK2 refurbished by KAB, they specialize in Technics upgrades. They did all the audiophile upgrades and it sounds fantastic. I did a side by side comparison with some Rega tables, and stuck with the Technics. If you think the MK2 sounds good, check out the new GR and G models.
I've purchased a few upgrades for my 1200 from KAB and was totally happy. One item I got was a fluid damper for the tonearm....
I have a Gemini XL-1800Q IV, which is basically a Technics clone. Bought it nearly 30 years ago, still use it every day. Sounds great with an old school stanton DJ needle.
I currently own a black MK6, which was a limited model exclusive to Japan, and a 1210 M5G. They pair very well with my Technics SU-V9 Integrated Amplifier (TOTL in 1982). One of these days i'll go all out and add a new tonearm and platter to my M5G. But honestly, it sounds so amazing already, so i'm in no hurry.
Yup I've had both of mine since the late 80s
I love your parting words "best and worst case scenarios" 👍🏼 I just bought my SL1200 MK2 and it really is NOT JUST a DJs truntable. 😀Mabuhay!!!
I've had one for about 8 years and I still love it. I use an ortofon 2m red, tube preamp and an acrylic platter but my speakers definitely need an upgrade. The best thing is I got a great deal on it off craigslist. It's the best turntable I've owned. The aftermarket dust cover I had to buy was pricy though.
Hi I brought my 1210 mark2's about 30 years ago and they were second hand then .
Me and 2 other djs used them for 12 to 16 hours a day for about ten years . Nothing ever has gone wrong and the rca cable are still the original ones now.
All I've every had to do on them is renew the pitch controls as when djing you use these so much. The tone arms are still in original tip top condition people who end up braking the arms are just to heavy handed or dont treat there valuables with respect lol.
Superb deck as they say .
These are the industry's standard for all skool djs
I purchased one of these (used of course) just 2 weeks ago for $400 including tax. I came with a very nice condition Sure V15 III cartridge. I am VERY happy with the build quality and condition of this table. I am using my Sumiko Olympia cartridge on it now and this thing simply "rocks"!
I have had my sl-1200 mk3d for almost 10 years, and is currently outfitted with an audio technica at-150mlx. The sound that comes from this machine is amazing. I have no plans on parting with it anytime soon. KAB in the states has a lot of parts and mods also. Great decks, and were built to last.
I have an AT-150MLX on my Sl-1200 MK2. It sounds so damn good for sure! The microline stylus really pulls out a lot of frequencies that some other stylus' do not pick up.
Gotta say this-thank you so much for this review and perspective.
I’ve been using an AT-LP120 since 2013 as my first table and knew it was time to upgrade my setup but couldn’t figure out what direction to go. Nearly pulled the trigger on the fluance when someone recommended a used technics 1200, and for the love of me I could not find any opinions from people that actually used both and compared them before coming across your video!
Just got home with my new-to-me SL-1210MK2 and will look forward to getting it all set up!
I had a defective Audio Technica, so consider trying out one in a local record exchange store instead of buying online where you cannot test out of the box. Practically the only downside of online buying, maybe less likely than a damaged package from the carrier.
I’ve been using an M3D for years that I did a lot of KAB upgrades and mods to, and love it. They’re great turntables and were originally designed for audiophiles, but DJ’s figured out how road worthy and bulletproof they are. I was finally able to compare it to the newer GR model, and while the newer GR model may have it’s advantages, the M3D, MK5, MK2, etc. are still no slouches, especially with the help of KAB upgrades and mods. In the end, the MK2 is an excellent deck as well, and I still use my M3D.
Awesome video. I like this choice. I like vintage gear the best. I have a Technics slqd33 it's an 1980's automatic turntable with a p mount cartridge.
I own an SL-1210 m3d AT-LS450/LT Cart with ATN132 EP stylus equipped and i love every bit of it and i am a proud owner of an SL-1100A AT-VM95SH Cart equipped I would never trade either of them tables for the world i love both of them.
I have a pair as a dj but im also a huge collector of Technics😊
I own a 1500C love it btw I put a grado cart on ,it sounds wonderful
Great episode. Thank you. I remembered back in the days, the connector were RCA plus an extra one (ground ???) - is it still the case?
I have had one since the mid 90's and it still sounds great. I agree 100% that if you want to buy a turntable that is over engineered and you want to last plus sound consistently great, this is the one.
I would love one of these turntables.
I remember seeing these tonnes of times over the years but thought they were for clubbing/Ibiza djs. Didn't think of them as a home audio equipment, but now I've decided I want one.
I love the show, keep it up and I went to your site and bought 2 t-shirts in the black friday sale. Cant wait for them to come to me in England. 🏴
Need to rip out the transformer and the power supply bored ideally replacing with a class D power supply, or even if you take the transformer out and circuit board put it in a metal case like a PC power supply case use a BNC connector for the power to the onboard motor, that will help a lot the transformer is the weakest link. Swap out the fuse for silver wire fuse soldered in.
@@johnsweda2999 Silver wire fuse! Fancy!
But why not gold? Or platinum?
Or black diamond?
@@QoraxAudio actually fuses to have a big influence on On Sound and silver has a 100% electron flow, fuse is a bottleneck
@@johnsweda2999 Nice, 100% electron flow!
Yes, you don't want a fuse as a bottleneck, it needs to conduct as much current as possible! 😁
Never owned a record player before as I grew up in the CD era. I now have a nice vintage setup including a Nakamichi 303.i have the 50th Anniversary Turntable on order. Should compliment my setup nicely. Great review 👍🏻
Great video!
I have two of these babies. I love them!
I have the M3D (began in 1997), but I added hinges to my lid. I buy and sell a lot of different vintage equipment, often picking up a turntable now and then. There hasn't been one so far that has unseated my Technics. One time, I had decided to sell it and listed it on eBay. The bidding got so furious, that I thought, "What the hell am I doing?! It's obvious everyone loves these!". So, I removed the auction. I still had to pay eBay a final valuation fee, to boot. Oh well, I think this one will see me to my grave and get handed to my daughter.
I have one I bought nearly 20 years ago. I have played it nearly every day since and it is as new, still. Built like a tank? Yeah, sums it up pretty nicely. And it sounds great as far as I am concerned.
I have one just like yours (in black) running the Ortofon Blue. Paid a steep $700 for it but it was truly like a new turntable. I’m really not very impressed with any turntables at 3 times that price! Often they have less impressive features! This particular unit had been literally used for a few hours and then boxed back up. The seller even provided a brand new Genuine Technics dust cover. All components were separated and packaged carefully the way it would have come from the factory new! This attention to detail is something I factor into the price! Even with the acknowledged “short comings”, this is the most solidly built deck I have ever owned! I’ll never sell it. My other two turntables are Technics linear tracking models! They all perform flawlessly; however my black 1200 is set up on my best system! This is as “audiophile” as it gets for me!
I recently was looking to purchase a Technics 1200 mk2 but did a lot of research and discovered then purchased the Reloop rp-7000 MKII ($500). I then fit it with a Ortofon Club Concorde MKII cartridge and stylus ($170). I absolutely love this set up. I have it sitting on top of a Andover SpinBase ($300). Compact with tremendously great sound.
I just found a silver one with a numark phat trak cartridge at the flea market for 20 bucks. It was covered in dust but when I plugged it in all the lights came on and the speed is still dead on. A quality product.
Hell of a find!!
I have had it new since 2010.mk2.it sounds great on those 70s and 80s vinyl records..
I love this Turntable I had one in my teen years my dad sold them wholesale and got rid of it. I was lucky to find one in mint condition about 4 years from a woman that had it stored. It's flawless and the sound is great. I am going to upgrade the cartridge soon since I use the Audio Technica AT-95. I did have the AT LP-120 which I bought new but it does not compare to the Technics. Just in looks.
I have this exact turntable and I love it. My only problem is in finding the correct brackets for the dust cover.
Anyways it’s connected to a Reisong A-10 tube amp with Klipsch RP 600M speakers in a very small room.
No complaints at all, and it sounds great, but am thinking about getting new tubes for the amp, and a new needle cartridge.
I could not agree more with this review. I bought a used SL-1200M3D around 2008 for $350 US and used it for DJing while I had a Pro-Ject Debut on my listening stereo at home. When I moved up to a moving coil cartridge years later and found that the mass of the Pro-Ject tonearm was less compatible, I re-purposed the Technics and cleaned it up. Conclusion: The best Hi-Fi decision I've made in a long time! The 1200 is the most solid turntable I've ever used, and I'll be rocking it for years to come. Spin on, Frank!
You can never just have one 1200 turntable. But then I have a small studio setup with two not so good turntable. Great video! Keep spinning that vinyl.
I had one I got new 15 years ago and love it. I just picked up a second one for $350 2 weeks ago! I am going to put on a fancy Hana SL MC Cartridge and see how it sounds.
Awesome. Enjoy!