Technics Turntables Overview

Back in the days Technics Turntables were used by one of the most pro Dj’s worldwide and even this days are still used because of its quality and features that not even the latest professional turntables can provide you. On this site the best models and features of this turntables will get reviewed by us so you will know what to pick for the best prices online.

Lets have a look at the most popular models of Technics Turntables together with their features:

TECHNICS SL-1200MK2 Turntable - Still the most popular and quality model, one of the must have if you go for this turntables. The most Vibration Resistant Construction made of aluminum body and heavy rubber base providing one of a kind features like Quartz Locked Pitch Adjustment, ultra-low-speed motor and high torque (1.5kg/cm) allowing very quick startups and stops (0.7s), and lets not forget the adjustable tone arm weights feature.

Technics SL-1210M5G Pro Turntable, Black Edition - Our favourite when it comes to design and color, heavy black edition with aluminium details. Very similar features as all Technics SL-1200 models but some got even improved like wider pitch adjustment +/-8% and +/-16%, the blue leds, pitch switch button (2 levels), very useful pitch reset button, detachable lid and head shell stand and much more. This one offers also the very quick start ups thanks to the very high torque (1.5kg/cm).

Technics SL1200MK5 DJ TurnTable – Very similar model to the SL-1200 MK2 Turntable this one comes in silver color and direct drive method (Brushless DC motor). The platter is made of aluminum and turntable comes also with the Stylus pressure adjuster. Other features are the same like other models for example the Precision molded aluminum die-cast cabinet, Heavy rubber base material, Adjustable stop break, Pitch reset button and more.

Audio-Technica AT-PL120 Professional Direct-Drive Turntable - Another cheap solution for a Direct Drive Turntable instead of Technics SL1200 models. This one also have the features like Direct-drive, high-torque motor, +/-10 percent or +/-20 percent pitch adjust together with quartz-controlled pitch lock. The tone arm height adjustment together with adjustable counterweight, anti-skate adjustment and much more. It comes in aluminium and silver color for almost half of the Technics price.

Picking the ideal turntable sometimes can be a pain that is why we hope this reviews helps you out picking the right one for you. Still we suggest you go for the original Technics SL-1200 MK2 model which is still the most popular and best selling one for years online. That is all you need to know about Technics Turntables now is the time you try one out!