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Technics SL-1210 MK7 Direct Drive Turntable

Technics SL-1210 MK7 Direct Drive Turntable

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Technics has proudly introduced the brand new SL-1210 Mk7 direct drive DJ turntable, a powerhouse designed specifically for DJs who demand excellence. This latest iteration preserves the iconic design of its predecessors while boasting remarkable reliability and durability. With a state-of-the-art coreless direct drive motor and cutting-edge sound-enhancing technologies, the SL-1210 Mk7 marks Technics' first new standard DJ turntable in nearly a decade.

Since its debut in 1972, the original SL-1210 direct drive turntable has sold over 3.5 million units, captivating both audiophiles and DJs alike. Its user-friendly operation, formidable torque, and exceptional durability have solidified its status as a critical instrument in elevating DJ and electronic dance music culture. Even today, the SL-1210 series remains a top choice among DJs globally.

The SL-1210 Mk7 promises high-quality sound reproduction in line with Technics’ storied philosophy. Featuring a revolutionary coreless motor, this design eliminates the iron core to eradicate cogging—ensuring the platter spins smoothly and evenly. Optimised gaps between the coreless stator and rotor magnets deliver torque levels equivalent to the esteemed SL-1210 Mk5, making it an ideal companion for DJs.

Equipped with a highly sensitive, statically balanced S-shaped tonearm, the Mk7 reads record grooves with precision. This gimbal-suspended tonearm incorporates a machined housing and high-precision bearings for outstanding tracking performance, effectively minimizing stylus jumping—even during intense scratching sessions.

The newly designed platter consists of a two-layer construction featuring deadening rubber on the rear, which dampens unwanted vibrations in the aluminum die-cast platter. This superior vibration isolation safeguards the clarity and fidelity of your sound through every performance.

Technics has also enhanced durability and stability with an aluminum die-cast chassis integrated with special ABS glass fiber, providing a two-layer structure that resists external vibrations. The support of spring and rubber insulators ensures optimal frequency characteristics while effectively countering external disturbances caused by strong sound pressure levels.

Convenience is prioritized with detachable power and phono terminals that prevent accidental disconnections during performances, enabling effortless cable maintenance and personalization with your preferred phono cables. The gold-plated terminals further guarantee minimal sound quality degradation.

The SL-1210 Mk7 is replete with user-friendly features designed for DJs. A microcomputer works in tandem with advanced motor control technology to deliver precise responses across various DJ styles, including scratching and beatmatching. The adjustable controls allow you to customize starting torque and brake speed, ensuring an optimal experience tailored to your performance needs.

Choose from three platter speeds—33-1/3, 45, or 78 RPM—while a large pitch fader enables fine-tuning of the rotation speed at +/-8% or +/-16%. The addition of fully digital pitch control ensures consistent and stable platter rotation, delivering stellar tracking performance. With a simple simultaneous press of the start/stop button and speed selector, you can even reverse platter direction.

Another impressive feature is the newly designed stylus illuminator, equipped with a bright, long-lasting white LED. Redesigned intensity and illumination area improve visibility of the stylus tip, allowing for precise placement even in dimly lit environments.

The SL-1210 Mk7 showcases a sleek matte black finish, exuding professionalism and elegance. Retaining the original SL-1210 series button layout, it maintains an intuitive and easy-to-use interface. Integrated LED lights offer red or blue illumination options, enhancing your aesthetic and stage presence throughout every performance.

  • High-quality sound reproduction true to the Technics philosophy
  • Cordless Direct Drive motor achieving stable rotation and powerful torque
  • Highly sensitive tonearm
  • Two-layer structure platter with improved vibration damping performance
  • High rigidity and high damping insulator for thorough shut-out of all vibrations
  • Detachable power/phono cable terminals prevent cable disconnections
  • Inherits and enhances the operating ease of the SL-1210 series
  • Starting torque/brake speed adjustment function
  • Pitch control function enables accurate and stable pitch adjustment
  • A traditional design ideal for DJ play
  • Reverse play function expands the breadth of DJ play styles
  • Stylus illuminator features a highly bright and long-life LED
  • All black design

General

  • Power Supply: AC120 V, 60 Hz
  • Power Consumption: 8W (Approx. 0.2W (Standby))
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 453 x 169 x 353mm (17-27/32 × 6-21/32 × 13-29/32 inch)
  • Weight: Approx. 9.6kg (Approx. 21.2lbs)

Turntable Section

  • Drive Method: Direct Drive
  • Turntable Speeds: 33 1/3, 45rpm (with switch 78 rpm)
  • Starting Torque: 0.18N・m / 1.8kg・cm (1.56 lbs-in)
  • Build-up Characteristics: 0.7 s. from standstill to 33 1/3 rpm
  • Wow and Flutter: 0.025% W.R.M.S.
  • Turntable Platter: Aluminium die-cast
  • Diameter:332mm (13-5/64")
  • Weight:Approx. 1.8kg (4.0 lbs) (Including slipmat and slip sheet)

Tonearm Section

  • Type: Universal, Static Balance
  • Effective Length: 230mm (9-1/16")
  • Overhang: 15mm (19/32")
  • Tracking Error Angle: 
  • Within 2° 32' (at the outer groove of 30cm(12") record) 
  • Within 0° 32' (at the inner groove of 30cm(12") record)
  • Offset Angle: 22° • Arm Height Adjustment Range: 0 - 6mm
  • Stylus Pressure Adjustment Range: 0 - 4g (Direct Reading)
  • Head Shell Weight: Approx. 7.6g
  • Applicable Cartridge Weight Range: 
  • [without auxiliary weight] 5.6 - 12.0g (14.3 - 20.7g (including headshell))
  • Head Shell Terminal Lug: 1.2mmφ 4-pin terminal lug

Terminals

  • Audio Outputs: PHONO (Pin Jack) x 1, EARTH TERMINAL x 1

Accessories

  • Turntable
  • Slipmat
  • Slip sheet
  • Dust cover
  • EP record adaptor
  • Balance weight
  • Headshell
  • Screw set for cartridge
  • PHONO cable
  • PHONO earth lead
  • AC power supply cord
  • Owner's Manual