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About the SL-1200M3D
The Technics SL-1200M3D is a DJ-focused direct-drive turntable known for its robust brushless DC motor and precise quartz lock speed control, ensuring consistent and reliable playback. It features a pitch control slider with a unique pitch reset button that allows quick return to zero pitch, enhancing performance flexibility. The turntable has a sunken power switch to prevent accidental shutdown during intense DJing. It includes a gimbal tonearm with adjustable anti-skate and tracking force, and comes with accessories such as a slipmat, dust cover, RCA cables, and a 45 rpm adapter. The platter is made of aluminum diecast with a diameter of 332 mm and weighs 1.7 kg, providing stable rotation. The unit weighs 12 kg and measures approximately 453 x 162 x 353 mm. It supports 33-1/3 and 45 rpm speeds, with a wow and flutter rating of 0.01%. The SL-1200M3D is praised for its durability, precise pitch control, and suitability for both live DJ performances and studio use, maintaining the legacy of the Technics SL-1200 series.
Specifications
Turntable
Turntable mechanics and performance
- Speeds
- 33⅓, 45 RPM
- Drive Type
- direct
- Platter Material
- aluminum
- Platter Weight
- 1.7 kg
- Wow & Flutter
- 0.010%
- Built-in Phono Stage
- No
Tonearm
Tonearm specifications
- Effective Length
- 230 mm
- Effective Mass
- 12 g
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 453 × 162 × 353 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 12 kg (26 lbs)
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