Are Technics good turntables?

Technics is best-known for the SL-1200 turntable, an industry standard used by DJs for decades. The SL-1500C might not be designed as a DJ deck but it’s certainly a return to form.

Why are Technics 1200 so expensive?

There is some stock from the original production run still available (deadstock). However, they are highly in demand and hard to come by, therefore, they are very expensive from the distributor.

What is the industry standard turntable?

Technics’ SL1200 and SL1210 range has long been the industry standard for DJ turntables, so Panasonic relaunching the turntable series in 2015 and the ensuing release of the state-of-art MK7 edition in 2019 were cause for celebration in the dance music community.

Are high-end turntables worth it?

If you are a vinyl aficionado and you have the money to invest, a high-end turntable is definitely your best choice. It will give a quieter, cleaner and more precise sound. In short, it will make your record collection sound its absolute best.

What is the difference between Technics 1200 and 1210?

(Incidentally, the only difference between the 1200 and 1210 is the colour – the former is silver, the latter gunmetal grey.) There’s something about its direct-drive operation that allows the Techy to grip the music and not get bogged down.

Is Audio Technica same as Technics?

Very familiar look. When you look at the Audio Technica turntables you would be forgiven for having to do a double take. Yes they do look eerily similar to the infamous Technics SL1200 turntables and there is a reason for this. Much of the Audio Technica turntables are put together in the same factories as the 1210’s.

Which Technics turntables are made in Japan?

🇯🇵 Technics SL-1210 Turntables – Made in Japan since 1972. Hardly changed in design until they were sadly discontinued in 2010. The industry standard for vinyl DJ’s worldwide and built to last a lifetime…