The Technics SL‑1200MK7 is the return of the legendary DJ direct‑drive turntable, reimagined for modern playing styles. The all‑new coreless direct drive motor eliminates cogging—the inherent rotation irregularity that plagued traditional direct‑drive designs—while maintaining the powerful 1.8 kg·cm torque that DJs and audiophiles demand.
Built with advanced digital motor control technology (derived from Technics’ high‑end audio and Blu‑ray development), the MK7 delivers precise torque and brake speed adjustment in four discrete steps, adapting to your exact performance requirements. The highly sensitive static‑balance S‑shaped tonearm features gimbal suspension and high‑precision machine‑cut bearings, ensuring accurate groove tracking and minimal stylus jump—critical for scratching and intense mixing.
The cabinet employs a high‑rigidity aluminum die‑cast chassis integrated with glass‑fibre reinforced ABS in a two‑layer construction, cutting external vibrations even in loud club environments. New conveniences include a high‑brightness white LED stylus illuminator, adjustable red or blue strobe LED, reverse‑play capability, and support for 33⅓, 45, and 78 RPM playback with ±8%/±16% pitch control.
Featuring detachable gold‑plated RCA terminals and earth lead, the MK7 ships with slipmat, dust cover, balance weight, headshell, and all necessary accessories. Whether mixing vinyl in a club or enjoying pure analog listening at home, this deck delivers the precision, feel, and reliability that have made the SL‑1200 series the industry standard
- Motor Type: Coreless direct‑drive brushless DC motor (eliminates cogging)
- Turntable Speeds: 33⅓ / 45 / 78 RPM
- Pitch Control: ±8% and ±16%
- Starting Torque: 0.18 N·m / 1.8 kg·cm; build‑up to 33⅓ RPM in 0.7 seconds
- Wow and Flutter: 0.025% W.R.M.S.
- Motor Control: Digital microcomputer‑based control with torque and brake speed adjustment (4 steps)
- Tonearm: Static‑balanced, S‑shaped aluminum with gimbal suspension; 230 mm effective length; 15 mm overhang
- Tonearm Bearings: High‑precision machine‑cut bearings for superior tracking and minimal stylus jump
- Platter: Aluminum die‑cast with vibration damping; 332 mm diameter; approx. 1.8 kg (with slipmat)
- Headshell: Universal; approx. 7.6 g; compatible cartridge weight range: 5.6–12.0 g (without auxiliary weight)
- Braking: Electronic with adjustable brake speed (4 steps)
- Reverse Play: Yes, engageable via button combination
- Stylus Illuminator: High‑brightness white LED, pop‑up design
- Strobe LED: Switchable red or blue to suit environment/preference
- Terminals: Detachable gold‑plated RCA phono outputs and earth lead for easy cable upgrades
- Power Supply: AC 110–240 V, 50/60 Hz; 8 W operating power, ~0.2 W standby
- Cabinet: High‑rigidity aluminum die‑cast chassis with glass‑fibre reinforced ABS layer for vibration isolation
- Dimensions: 453 × 169 × 353 mm (W × H × D)
- Accessories Included: Turntable, slipmat, slipsheet, dust cover, EP record adaptor, balance weight, universal headshell, cartridge screw set, PHONO cable, earth lead, AC power cord
- Note: Cartridge and stylus sold separately.
