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We are offering one new box of Technics SL-1200GR turntable 
This Turntable is New in the box.
The SL-1200GR2 has replaced this turntable at $2299.00
We have stock of new units also. 
( we have 2 in silver and 1 in black)
Please call me or the store at 626-966-6259.
 

Technics SL-1200GR

Manual Direct Drive Turntable - Silver
 

Coreless Direct-Drive Motor Achieving Stable Rotation
In 1970, Technics commercialized the world's first direct-drive turntable, and the system took the world by storm. Unlike belt-drive and other systems, direct-drive systems rotate the motor at low speed and directly drive the platter, thus providing numerous advantages, such as the almost complete absence of degradation in S/N ratio due to motor vibration and deceleration mechanisms, as well as high reliability over a long period of time because they do not require parts replacement.

In 2016, Technics developed the twin-rotor, surface-facing, coreless direct-drive motor with rotor magnets placed on both sides, thereby eliminating the rotation irregularity of the motor, referred to as "cogging," which was a unique issue for direct-drive systems. This motor was adopted for the SL-1200G, which drew a significant response in the hi-fi market. The SL-1200GR inherits the same design philosophy with the new development of a single-rotor, surface-facing, coreless direct-drive motor, eliminating cogging.

High-precision Motor Control for Ideal Rotation Conditions
The rotation control, which verifies and corrects the precision of the motor, uses the latest motor control technology cultivated in the development of Blu-ray disc devices, just as that used by the SL-1200G. Sine waves stored in R.O.M. are used for the control waveforms at a constant speed, and this achieves smoother and more stable rotation compared with using the simple sine wave generation with an external coil as in the conventional SL-1200MK5. In addition, the electrical circuitry has had tuning performed so that the newly developed motor of the SL-1200GR achieves maximum performance. The starting torque achieves 2.2 kg x cm with only a single rotor. The same startup time of 0.7 s (at 33 1/3 rpm) as the SL-1200G has been achieved.

Pursuing Rigidity and Vibration Damping Characteristics
The platter achieves high rigidity and vibration-damping characteristics by using a two-layer construction with deadening rubber applied to the entire rear surface of the aluminum diecast to eliminate the unnecessary resonance otherwise relayed to the record, thereby producing clear sound.
The shape of the aluminum diecast portion was optimized by simulation to increase the inertial mass and reduce vibration. At 2.5 kg (including the rubber mat), the SL-1200GR platter is 0.8 kg heavier than the previous SL-1200MK5. Also, strengthening ribs have been added to the back surface of the platter to improve rigidity. Increasing the surface area of contact with the deadening rubber achieves damping characteristics more than twice those of the SL-1200MK5.

Tonearm Achieving High Initial-Motion Sensitivity
The tonearm tracks the record's rotation and enables reading with high precision. The tonearm inherited by Technics is the traditionally used static-balance universal S-shaped tonearm, employing an aluminum pipe with excellent light weight and rigidity for the material of the tonearm pipe.
With its gimbal suspension construction, the tonearm bearing section uses a cut-processed housing that employs high-precision bearings, as in the SL-1200G. The high initial-motion sensitivity of 5 mg or less is achieved through manual assembly and adjustment by skilled Japanese artisans. This enables the grooves etched into the records to be accurately traced.

In addition, one type of auxiliary weight comes included, and the cartridge can be swapped with various other cartridges to match the music genre or feeling. (Applicable cartridge weight when using the supplied auxiliary weight: 10 - 16.4 g (not including the headshell provided))

High-quality Terminals for Both Sound and Appearance
The turntable uses gold-plated phono terminals for detachable cables to select various wires. Also, the construction of metal shielding inside the case reduces the effects of external noise.

High-rigidity Body and High-damping Silicon Insulators for Smooth Sound and Isolation from Various Vibrations
The SL-1200GR ensures high rigidity by using a body with a two-layersolidifyingcast chassis. For the insulators that support unified body construction with a two-layered construction, as with the SL-1200G, the SL-1200GR uses unique silicon rubber that ensures high vibration damping characteristics and long-term reliability. Reinforcement with cylindrical tubes using microcell polymers absorbs vibration in the horizontal direction. While inheriting the technology of the SL-1200G, the insulators have had tuning performed specifically for the SL-1200GR.

Also, the installation section of the insulators is equipped with a vertical adjustment mechanism using screws. This eliminates the rattle when the turntable is installed in a rack and prevents unwanted vibration. In addition, the exact horizontal adjustment of the platter and record surface reduces rotation irregularity due to slanting, thereby enabling more stable record playing.
 

Turntable section

Type Direct: Drive Manual Turntable

Turntable Speeds: 33-1/3, 45 and 78 r/min

Starting Torque:2.2 kg-cm

Build-up Characteristics: 0.7 s. from Standstill to 33-1/3 r/min

Wow And Flutter: 0.025 % W.R.M.S.

Turntable Platter:

• Aluminum diecast
• Diameter: 332 mm (13-5/64 inch)
• Weight: Approx. 2.5 kg (5.51 lb) (Including rubber sheet)

Tonearm Section

Type: Universal Static Balance

Effective Length: 230 mm (9-1/16")

Overhang: 15 mm (19/32")

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

 

More Information

UPC	885170305649
Dimensions	453 x 169 x 372 mm 17-27/32 × 6-21/32 × 14-21/32 inch

 

We have special in-store promotions on some cartridges to add to your turntable package. 
We also have a Technics SU-G700 integrated Amplifier for $1695.00 to complement this turntable. 



( Store demo available for $1395.00)