Technics Direct Drive Turntable System II - SL-1200GR2 - Technics

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.

• 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

The First Stage of The New Generation of Technics’ Direct Drive Turntables
Since inventing the world’s first direct drive turntable, Technics has continued to work to improve sound quality. It has now developed the ΔΣ-Drive, which suppresses minute vibrations from the motor and improves the electromagnetic conversion accuracy of the cartridge. The first stage of direct drive turntable systems featuring this technology is the SL-1200GR2.

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.

Coreless Direct-Drive Motor Achieving Stable Rotation
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.

Low-Noise Switching Circuit
Use of a high-speed switching power supply ensures a stable supply capacity and less ripple and humming. Applying a switching power supply to a turntable eliminates the need for a large transformer and countermeasures for the ensuing mechanical vibrations. A switching frequency of above 100 kHz limits the impact of noise on the music playback bandwidth.

Current Injection Active Noise Canceling
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.

Two-layered Cabinet Construction
The SL-1200GR2 ensures high rigidity by using a body with a two-layered construction that solidly unifies the BMC and the aluminum die-cast chassis.

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.

High-Quality Terminals
The turntable uses gold-plated phono terminals for detachable cables, while metal shielding construction inside the case reduces the effects of external noise.

What to expect in the box:

• Direct Drive Turntable System II - SL-1200GR2
• Turntable sheet
• Dust cover
• EP record adaptor
• Balance weight
• Auxiliary weight
• Cartridge spacer
• Headshell
• Overhang gauge
• Screw set for cartridge
• PHONO cable
• PHONO earth lead
• AC power supply cord
• Owner's Manual

Product Details:

• 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)
• 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°
• Adjustment Range
• Arm-height: 0 - 6 mm
• Stylus Pressure: 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 headshell) (with auxiliary weight) 10.0 - 16.4 g 18.7 - 25.1 g (including headshell)
• 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: Aluminum diecast, Diameter: 332 mm, Weight: Approx. 2.5 kg (5.51 lb) (Including rubber sheet)

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