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Brand: Technics

Online Retailer ID: 7276

Located in: Direct Drive DJ Turntables

The World Standard For DJs For Over 10 YearsFor over ten years the SL-1200MK2 has been the number one selling turntable for DJs in the world. A slider controlled quartz-locked continuous pitch adjustment of up to +/-8% makes beat matching a cinch. The heavy duty aluminum diecast base absorbs unwanted vibrations from the dance floor and bass beat.Features: Quartz direct drive accuracy with continuous pitch adjustment up to +/-8% Very high torque motor for quick start-ups (only 0.07 seconds stop to speed) Pop-up work light for low light gigs Built-in anti-skate adjustment Molded aluminum diecast cabinet and heavy rubber base material help absorb unwanted vibrations Unwavering quartz DD accuracy: wow & flutter 0.01%, rumble -78 dB (DINB)Highly sensitive low-mass tonearm with gimbal suspensionIncludes removable dust cover (not shown) and headshell (cartridge sold separetely)

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Avg. Customer Rating:

(based on 7 reviews)

100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Versatile (4), Easy to use (4), Professional functions (3), Powerful (3)

Best Uses:

Recording studio (3), Professional (3)

State of the art

By Your frendly neighborhood Boggieman from Philadelphia, PA on 4/23/2009

Pros:

Consistent, Easy To Use, Excellent Sound, Professional Features, Versatile

Best Uses:

Events, Home Studio, Mobile DJ

Describe Yourself:

Experienced

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I have used these since 1984. You can go to a club and find cd players by Numark, Pioneer or Denon. But 9 out of 10 will have 1200's why..cause they are the BEST!!!

Tech 1200's. Enough said.

By Charli James

from The Big MT on 9/14/2008

Pros:

Durable, Easy Controls, Easy To Set Up, Great Sound

Cons:

Haven't found any

Best Uses:

Audiophiles, Basic Systems, High Volume Duplication, Home Studio, Larger Rooms, Mobile DJ, Smaller Rooms

Describe Yourself:

Audiophile, Musically Inclined, Practical, Try to be professional

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Musicians don't reference this equipment for the heck of it.
1200's are worth going into debt for.
Great sound.
Smooth.

The Only Way To Spin

By The One & Only Shannon Dogg from Benton Harbor, MI on 1/25/2008

Pros:

Consistent, Easy To Use

Best Uses:

Events, Performances

Describe Yourself:

Experienced

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I had my pair of 12's since the late 80's and these are my babies. Using the 12's with final scratch, will take any DJ to the top of chain. I just can't imagine spinning without my 12's, they are old and they still run like a champ.

A Spinning Legend...

By DJ KSG

from Jeffersonville, PA on 5/29/2007

Best Uses:

Limitless

Pros:

Absolute best

Cons:

Can't say anything wrong

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Owned a pair years ago, when it came time to purchase a new set, didn't
hesitate to buy the same kind...

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No future without it...

Tags: Cutting it up...

BEST EVER

By JAM MASTER D

from TEXARKANA TX on 5/2/2007

Best Uses:

Professionals, Recording Studio

Pros:

Powerful, Professional Functions, Versatile

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

BEST TURNTABLE EVER

Built like a Tank

By Joe M.

from San Francisco, CA on 3/9/2007

Best Uses:

Amateurs, Home, Professionals, Recording Studio

Pros:

Clear Sound, Easy To Use, Powerful, Professional Functions, Versatile

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Accurate, High Tourque, and built like a tank. This turntable is a legend in any dj circle and when you get used to the feel it's like using an instrument. Very reliable, and a staple in any serious dj's arsenal even with the advent of the "digital" dj.

The ONE the ONLY SL1200

By Joe M. from San Francisco, CA on 3/8/2007

Best Uses:

Amateurs, Anyone! Even mix CDs, Home, Professionals, Recording Studio

Pros:

Clear Sound, Easy To Use, Powerful, Professional Functions, Versatile

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I love these machines. Around since the 70's, and still going strong. There is a reason folks. It's simple and durable design has helped me survive Spills, Drops, Smoke, Scratching, Mixing, and anything else you can really think of. I mean, if you tried to throw these at a wall they would probably go through they are that well built. The motor is still the most accurate in most honest opinion and the turntable tonearm is so stable. Heck you don't even need to buy CD decks cause you can use Final Scratch with this bad boy. No lie, there is a reason why these are in every club, every pro's system. (Even those dj's who endorse other decks use these!) If you are serious about spinning on 12" do yourself a favor and save to get these.

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