Technics SL-1200G Grand Class

About the Technics SL-1200G Grand Class

A top-notch turntable from Technics

Technics has been making high-performance direct-drive turntables since the early 1970s. The SL-1200G/SL-1210G Grand Class offers the same classic looks, rock-steady performance, and exquisite attention to detail that cemented their reputation in the audio industry. (The silver version is named the SL-1200G, and the black SL-1210G. The two are otherwise identical.)

Product highlights:

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• universal headshell compatible for use with your choice of phono cartridge
  • no factory-installed cartridge included
• coreless direct-drive motor offers high torque and rotational stability
• lightweight, static balance S-shaped magnesium tonearm reads grooves with extreme accuracy
• precision tonearm bearings in cut-processed housing
• stylus target light for easier cueing in low light
• four-layered die-cast aluminum, BMC (reinforced polymer), and rubber plinth with 10mm aluminum top plate
• factory-balanced for ideal weight distribution
• adjustable slider for variable pitch control (±8%)
• fully manual operation
• high-precision motor controller increases rotational stability
• speeds: 33-1/3, 45 and 78 rpm
• wow and flutter: 0.025%
• brass-milled, gold-plated stereo RCA phono output with ground terminal
• adjustable vibration-damping feet

• Dimensions and warranty:

  • 17-7/8"W x 6-7/8"H x 14-5/8"D (with dust cover down)
  • weight: 39.7 lbs.
  • warranty: 3 years
  • MFR # SL-1200G-S
  • Item # 133GS1200S

• What's in the box:

  Technics SL-1200G Grand Class owner's manual

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  • Turntable
  • Tone-arm (pre-installed)
  • Headshell
  • Balance weight
  • Large auxiliary weight
  • Small auxiliary weight
  • Mat
  • Dust cover
  • 63" AC power cord
  • 58" Stereo RCA cable
  • 58" Ground wire
  • Overhang gauge
  • 3 Screws
  • 5 Washers
  • Owner's Manual
  • "Read Before Use" sheet
  • Sticker labels

  More details on the Technics SL-1200G Grand Class

  Features & specs

  Features
  Color	Silver
  Operation	Manual
  Automatic Functions	N/A
  Speeds	33-1/3, 45, 78
  Speed Control	Electronic
  Drive Type	Direct
  Pitch Control	Yes
  Phono Preamp	No
  Phono/Line Switch	No
  Adjustable Vertical Tracking Angle	Yes
  Adjustable Azimuth	Yes
  Bluetooth Built-In	No
  Wi-Fi Streaming	No
  45 RPM Adapter	Yes
  Dust Cover	Yes
  Materials and Construction
  Plinth	Aluminum/BMC/Rubber
  Platter	Brass/Aluminum/Rubber
  Tone Arm Shape	J-shaped
  Tone Arm Material	Magnesium
  Tone Arm Lift	Finger, Lever
  Cartridge Info
  Included Cartridge	None
  Cartridge Type	N/A
  Removable Headshell	Straight
  Tracking Weight	0-4 g
  Frequency Response	Not given
  Output Voltage	0
  Load Impedance	0
  Load Capacitance	0
  Connections
  RCA Audio Output	Yes
  3.5mm Audio Output	No
  5-pin Mini XLR Audio Output	No
  Ground Wire Terminal	Yes
  USB-A Port	No
  USB-B Port	No
  Audio Cable	Detachable
  Power Cable	Detachable AC Cable (3-pole)
  Audio Specs
  Signal to Noise Ratio	---
  Wow and Flutter	0.025
  Dimensions and Warranty
  Width (Inches)	17.875
  Height (Inches)	6.875
  Depth (Inches)	14.625
  Weight	39.7 lbs.
  Turntable Parts Warranty	3 Years
  Turntable Labor Warranty	3 Years
  Cartridge Parts Warranty	N/A
  Cartridge Labor Warranty	N/A

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  Features

  Coreless Direct-Drive Motor: The SL-1200G-S turntable includes a newly developed coreless direct-drive motor by Technics for increased precision. This newly developed coreless direct-drive motor features no iron core, resulting in the elimination of cogging which plagued past inferior direct-drive motor designs. The Technics coreless direct-drive motor system offers exceptionally high performance with an audiophile-grade signal-to-noise ratio, rotational accuracy and powerful torque. The coreless direct-drive motor requires no replacement of parts and delivers long-term, reliable, impressive sound.

  High-Precision Motor Control: The incorporation of motor control technology developed for Blu-ray devices and switching the drive mode depending on the operational status of the motor, allows the Technics SL-1200G-S turntable to achieve a high-starting torque and high-speed stability.

  High-Sensitive Magnesium Tonearm: The tonearm is made of lightweight magnesium with excellent sound damping characteristics. What's more, it has adopted the traditional Technics gimbal suspension construction at the bearing section. This tonearm offers high initial-motion sensitivity and accurate groove tracking performance.

  Speed & Pitch Controls: The Technics SL-1200G-S direct drive turntable supports playback speeds of 33-1/3, 45, and 78 RPM records (cartridge/stylus not included and sold separately - see Accessories Tab). It also offers variable pitch control of +/-8% and +/-16%. In addition, you can adjust the turntable's startup and brake speed. You can manually adjust the startup speed faster or slower, or select Auto mode (recommended). The brake speed can manually be adjusted slower or faster.

  3-Layer Turntable Platter: The platter is constructed with three layers of different materials (aluminum diecast, brass and deadening rubber) for high rigidity and superb vibration damping characteristics. Every platter manufactured for the SL-1200G-S is adjusted precisely for a rotational balance

  4-Layer Chassis Construction: The SL-1210-G-K ensures high rigidity by using a chassis with a 4-layer construction which adds a 10mm-thick aluminum top-panel to its aluminum die-cast body with BMC (reinforced polymer) and heavyweight-class rubber. This four-layered construction combines high rigidity with a high-quality finish and feel. The 4-layer constructed chassis sits on 4 special silicon rubber feet that further ensure high vibration damping characteristic.

  Brass-Milled, Gold-Plated RCA Outputs: The Technics SL-1200G-S direct drive turntable uses brass-milled, gold-plated phono terminals for detachable cables, so a wide variety of cables can be selected. Also, the use of metal shielding construction inside the case reduces the effects of external noise. The turntable must be connected to a Phono MM input on the back of your integrated amplifier or AV receiver. If your amplifier or receiver does not have a suitable Phono MM input, a separate phono preamplifier (sold separately - see Accessories Tab) is required to connect the turntable to your amp or receiver.