Technics SL-1200GR-2 Direct Drive Turntable - DEMO

Description

Fusing Technics’ traditional analog and digital technologies, the SL-1200GR2 is the new standard in direct drive turntable systems. With a revolutionary new drive control method for smooth, accurate rotational stability and a new power supply for an exceptionally low noise floor the new generation turntable outperforms the usual standards of its class, for rich, robust sounds and true high-fidelity listening.

• Coreless direct drive motor achieving stable rotation
• Low-noise, low-voltage power circuit and a switching power supply
• ΔΣ-Drive suppresses vibrations from the motor for smoother, more accurate rotation
• Tonearm achieving high initial-motion sensitivity
• Two-layer platter with high rigidity and vibration damping
• High-rigidity body and high-damping silicon insulators for smooth sound and isolation from various vibrations

New Motor-Drive System, ΔΣ-Drive(Delta Sigma Drive) -

The ΔΣ-Drive is a new system that applies Technics’ expertise in PWM signal processing. In addition to reducing high harmonics, the new drive suppresses vibrations from the motor for smoother, more accurate rotation, ensuring a rich reproduction of the music.

Pursuing Rigidity and VibrationDamping Characteristics -

The platter achieves high rigidity and vibration damping characteristics by using a two-layer construction with deadening rubber applied to the entire rear surface of the aluminum die-cast to eliminate the unnecessary resonance that is otherwise relayed to the record, thereby producing clear sound.

To increase the inertial mass and reduce vibration, the shape of the aluminum die-cast portion was optimized by simulation. At 2.5 kg (including the rubber mat), the SL-1200GR2 platter is 0.8 kg heavier than that of the previous SL-1200MK5. Also, the back surface of the platter has strengthening ribs added to improve rigidity. Increasing the surface area of contact with the deadening rubber achieves damping characteristics that are more than twice those of the SL-1200MK5.

Multi-Stage Silent Power Supply - Current Injection Active NoiseCancelling -

This technology combines a noise detection device with an error amplifier. It detects residual noise in the power supply and applies an inverse phase current to remove noise components. It removes low frequency noise more effectively than a regulator to ensure a more ideal power supply.

High-dampening Silicone Insulators -

For the insulators supporting the body, the SL-1200GR2 uses special silicon rubber that ensures high vibration damping characteristics and long-term reliability.

SPECIFICATIONS:

General -
 
Power Supply: AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power Consumption: 11 W, Approx. 0.3 W (Standby)
Dimensions (W x H x D): 453 x 173 x 372 mm (17-27/32 × 6-13/16 × 14-21/32 inch)
Weight: Approx. 11.5 kg (Approx. 25.35lbs)
Accessories: Turntable, Turntable sheet, Dust cover, EP record adaptor, Balance weight, Auxiliary weight, Cartridge spacer Head shell, Overhang gauge, Screw set for cartridge, PHONO cable, PHONO earth lead, AC power supply cord, Owner's Manual
Operating Humidity Range: 35% to 80% RH (no condensation)

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

Tonearm Section -
Type:Static Balance
Effective Length: 230 mm (9-1/16")
Overhang: 15 mm (19/32")
Tracking Error Angle:Within 2° 32' (at the outer groove of 30 cm record), Within 0° 32' (at the inner groove of 30 cm 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 - 12.0 g 14.3 - 20.7 g (including head shell) (with auxiliary weight) 10.0 - 16.4 g 18.7 - 25.1 g (including head shell)
Cartridge Mounting Dimension: JIS 12.7 mm (1/2") interval
Head Shell Terminal Lug: 1.2 mmφ 4-pin terminal lug

Turntable Section -
Type: Direct Drive Turntable
Turntable Speeds: 33-1/3, 45 and 78 r/min
Adjust Range: ±8 %, ±16 %
Starting Torque: 2.2 kg-cm
Build-up Characteristics: 0.7 s. from Standstill to 33-1/3 r/min
Wow And Flutter: 0.025 % W.R.M.S.
Braking System: Electronic brake
Turntable Platter: Aluminium diecast, Diameter : 332 mm, Weight : Approx. 2.5 kg (5.51 lb) (Including rubber sheet)