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TECHNICS SL-1200MK2

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Turntable Section
TypeQuartz synthesizer direct drive manual turntable
MotorUltra-low-speed brushless DC motor
Turntable platterAluminum diecast, diameter 33.2 cm (13-5/64"), weight 2kg (4.4 lb)
Turntable speeds33-1/3 and 45 rpm
Pitch controlsAll quartz-locked control within ±8% range
Starting torque1.5 kg·cm (1.3 lb·in)
Start-up time0.7 sec (90° rotation)
Braking systemElectronic brake
Rumble-56 dB (IEC 98A unweighted), -78dB (IEC 98A weighted)
Tonearm Section
TypeUniversal S-shaped tubular arm, static-balanced type, with anti-skating force control device, oil-damped cueing device in both directions
Effective length230 mm (9-1/16")
Overhang15 mm (19/32")
Tracking error angleWithin 2°32' at the outer groove of 30 cm (12") record, within 0°32' at the inner groove of 30 cm (12") record
Friction7 mg (lateral, vertical)
Effective mass12 g (without cartridge)
Offset angle22°
Height0-6 mm
Tracking force0-2.5 g
Headshell weight7.5 g
General
Power supplyAC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power consumption14 W
Dimensions45.3x16.2x36 cm (17-27/32"x6-19/64"x14-11/64")
Weight12.5 kg (27.6 lb)
ColorGray

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All information from the US operating instructions manual and dealer brochure.


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First updated May 7, 1995.