Technics - SL-1210G-K Direct Drive Turntable System

Redefining the reference in direct-drive turntables for the modern age, the SL-1210G features the latest technologies to solve issues such as cogging.  Includes a newly developed coreless direct-drive motor with greatly increased precision by incorporating Blu-ray Disc technology for rotation control.

Created by Technics in pursuit of true analog record sound, rather than nostalgia, the SL-1210G includes the latest technologies  to solve issues involved with direct-drive systems, such as cogging. The SL-1210G includes a newly developed coreless direct-drive motor with greatly increased precision by incorporating Blu-ray Disc technology for rotation control. This cutting-edge direct-drive system will surpass previous direct-drive systems. It is not a reproduction but innovation. We are redefining the reference in direct-drive turntables for the modern age.

• Newly developed coreless direct-drive motor with no iron core eliminates cogging
• Advanced motor control technology for high starting torque and high-speed stability.
• Three-layer turntable construction with deadening rubber to eliminate unnecessary resonance
• The balance of the turntable is adjusted at the factory using specialized high-precision equipment
• High-sensitivity tonearm with lightweight magnesium for a high damping effect

Coreless Direct Drive Motor

Conventional analogue turntables have problems with degradation in sound quality caused by factors such as minute speed vibration during rotation and rotation irregularity called "cogging." In the SL-1210G, the use of a newly developed coreless direct-drive motor with no iron core eliminates cogging. Also, the twin-rotor construction reduces the bearing load while maintaining high torque and also reduces minute vibration during rotation. These factors enable reproduction of the warm, exquisitely detailed sound etched on analogue records.

Three-layered Turntable Platter

The turntable has a three-layered construction with a rigidly combined brass and aluminum die-cast platter. With a deadening rubber covering its entire rear surface to eliminate unnecessary resonance, thereby achieving high rigidity and vibration damping. This delivers smooth rotational stability and inertial mass surpassing the SP-10MK2, the direct-drive turntable standard used by broadcast stations worldwide, as well as having more than twice the inertial mass of the SL-1200MK5.

Four-layered Cabinet Construction

A hairline-processed, 10-mm-thick top panel of immaculate aluminum has been added to the previous three-layered construction of aluminum die-cast, BMC, and heavyweight-class rubber on the SL-1200MK5. This four-layered construction combines high rigidity with a high-quality finish and feel.

High-precision Motor Control Technology

The application of motor control technology developed for Blu-ray devices and switching the drive mode depending on the operational status of the motor achieve a high-starting torque and high-speed stability.

High-level Balance Adjustment

When the weight distribution of the turntable is uneven, excess vibration or noise occurs during rotation, which causes degradation in sound quality. Therefore, the balance of the turntable is adjusted at the factory by using specialized high-precision balance adjustment equipment for each and every item after the turntable is assembled. Turntables that have undergone adjustment are labelled with a sticker reading "BALANCED" to indicate that adjustment has been done.

High-sensitive Tonearm

The tonearm employs lightweight magnesium which has a high damping effect, with cold drawing improving the characteristics of the material and achieving the high-precision required. In addition, high initial-motion sensitivity is attained by employing the traditional Technics gimbal suspension construction with horizontal rotation axis and the vertical rotation axis intersecting at a single central point, as well as high-precision bearings using a cut-processed housing.High-quality TerminalsThe use of brass-milled, gold-plated phono terminals and ground terminals prevent degradation in sound quality while enabling the easy attaching and detaching of cables. Also the use of metal shielding construction inside the case reduces the effects of external noise.

General
Power Supply: AC120 V, 60 Hz
Power Consumption: 14 W Approx. 0.2W (Standby)
Dimensions (W x H x D): 17-27/32 x 6-13/16 x 14-21/32 inch
Weight: Approx. 39.7lbs
Accessories: Turntable, Turntable sheet, Dust cover, EP record adaptor, Balance weight, Auxiliary weight(S), Auxiliary weight(L), Head shell, Overhang gauge, Screw set for cartridge, PHONO cable, PHONO earth lead, AC power supply cord, Screw set for turntable, Owner's Manual

Terminals
Audio Output: PHONO (Pin Jack) x 1, EARTH TERMINAL x 1

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 - 6 mm
Stylus Pressure Adjustment Range: 0 - 4 g (direct reading)
Head Shell Weight: Approx. 7.6 g
Applicable Cartridge Weight Range: (without auxiliary weight) 5.6 - 12.0g 14.3 - 20.7g (including headshell) (with small auxiliary weight) 10.0 - 16.4g 18.7 - 25.1g (including headshell) (with large auxiliary weight) 14.3 - 19.8g 23.0 - 28.5g (including headshell)
Cartridge Mounting Dimension: JIS 12.7 mm Interval
Head Shell Terminal Lug: 1.2 mm 4-pin Terminal Lug

Turntable Section
Type: Direct Drive Manual Turntable
Turntable Speeds: 33 1/3, 45, 78 rpm
Adjust Range: ±8%, ±16%
Starting Torque: 3.3 kg?cm (2.8 lb-in)
Build-up Characteristics: 0.7 s. from standstill to 33 1/3 r/min
Wow And Flutter: 0.025% W.R.M.S. (JIS C5521)
Rumble: 78dB (IEC 98A Weighted)
Turntable Platter: Brass and Aluminum diecast combined, Diameter 332mm (13-5/64"), Weight:About 3.6kg (7 15/16 lb) (Including rubber sheet)