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About the SL1700
The Technics SL-1700 is a semi-automatic record player known for its direct drive system, which provides excellent stability and clarity in sound reproduction. It features a brushless DC motor, offering speeds of 33 1/3 and 45 rpm with a synchronous speed variation of 0.025% WRMS (JIS C5521) and ±0.035% (DIN). The turntable includes an S-tube tonearm with a gimbal suspension system and is equipped with a Technics EPC-270 C-II MM cartridge. It has a power consumption of 7 W and dimensions of 453 x 139 x 366 mm, weighing 8.8 kg. The SL-1700 was manufactured from 1976 to 1978 in Japan and is available in both silver and black models (SL-1710 for black).
Specifications
Turntable
Turntable mechanics and performance
- Speeds
- 33⅓, 45 RPM
- Drive Type
- direct
- Wow & Flutter
- 0.025%
Cartridge
Phono cartridge specifications
- Cartridge Type
- MM
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 453 × 139 × 366 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 8.8 kg (19 lbs)
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