Description
Technics SL-1200G : Turntable
The direct-drive turntable invented by Technics is still highly acclaimed by audiophiles and DJs in the form of the SL-1200 Series, and there have been many requests to revive the turntable system. As such, Technics decided to develop a new system for Hi-Fi use. Technics provide an outline of their intent in this development.
Direct-drive is generally considered to be for DJ use, and belt drive is for Hi-Fi use. In the 1970s, when Technics invented direct-drive turntables, their performance and reliability were first recognised by broadcast stations. High acclaim was then received by audiophiles. The high-precision rotation and absence of S/N ratio degradation were particularly attractive to these users. The high torque and reliability of direct-drive were recognised by DJs, and direct-drive turntables became the standard in the club scene.
When developing a direct-drive motor, considerable capital investment is required for large-scale production equipment. In contrast, belt drives can be made with a little cost. Also, compared with direct-drive, belt drive was designed with the latest technology. The view remains that direct-drive is for DJ use and belt drive is for Hi-Fi use. Originally, direct-drive offered superior sound quality. If Technics redesign the direct-drive motor and control circuitry, we will be able to create a turntable that is superior to other systems.
Technics was also a leader in incorporating innovations, such as vibration-damping materials, cabinet construction, and insulators. Having inherited the DNA of Technics, they do not wish to merely make a replica of the SL-1200.
In other words, their intent in this development is to redefine the direct-drive turntable reference.
Specifications : Technics SL-1200G
| TURNTABLE SECTION |
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| TYPE | Direct Drive Manual Turntable |
| TURNTABLE SPEEDS | 33-1/3, 45 and 78 rpm |
| ADJUST RANGE | ±8 %, ±16 % |
| STARTING TORQUE | 3.3 kg-cm |
| BUILD-UP CHARACTERISTICS | 0.7 s. from Standstill to 33-1/3 rpm |
| WOW AND FLUTTER | 0.025 % W.R.M.S. (JIS C5521) |
| RUMBLE | 78 dB (IEC 98A weighted) |
| TURNTABLE PLATTER | Brass and aluminium die-cast combined Diameter: 332mm Weight: Approx. 3.6 kg (including a rubber mat) |
| TONEARM SECTION |
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| TYPE | Universal Static Balance |
| EFFECTIVE LENGTH | 230 mm |
| OVERHANG | 15 mm |
| TRACKING ERROR ANGLE | Within 2° 32′(at the outer groove of 30 cm (12″”) record) Within 0° 32′(at the inner groove of 30 cm (12″”) record) |
| OFFSET ANGLE | 22° |
| ARM-HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT RANGE | 0 – 6 mm |
| STYLUS PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT RANGE | 0 – 4 g (direct reading) |
| HEAD SHELL WEIGHT | Approx. 7.6 g |
| APPLICABLE CARTRIDGE WEIGHT RANGE | (Without the auxiliary weight) 5.6 to 12.0 g 14.3 to 20.7 g (including the head shell) (With small auxiliary weight) 10.0 to 16.4 g 18.7 to 25.1 g (including the head shell) (With large auxiliary weight) 14.3 to 19.8 g 23.0 to 28.5 g (including headshell) |
| CARTRIDGE MOUNTING DIMENSION | JIS 12.7 mm Interval |
| HEAD SHELL TERMINAL LUG | 1.2 mm φ 4-pin Terminal Lug |
| TERMINALS | |
| AUDIO OUTPUT | PHONO (Pin Jack), EARTH TERMINAL |
| GENERAL | |
| POWER SUPPLY | AC 110 – 240 V, 50 / 60 Hz |
| POWER CONSUMPTION | 14 W Approx. 0.2 W (standby) |
| DIMENSIONS (W X H X D) | 453 x 173 x 372 mm |
| WEIGHT | Approx. 18 kg |
