My Technics SL1200 18 months later - last turntable I will ever need

I've lived with my Technics SL 1200 MK2 for 18 months and wanted to report back on my thoughts. In this video, I also answer common questions I get about this turntable. Links below.
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[deepvibez]

18 months later, how about 18 years later over here, YES! It is the BEST 🙌

[pascalhibon]

A huge misconception is that the SL1200 was designed for the DJ marked. Technics initially designed it for the high end hifi market. DJ's picked up on them due to their high torque and fast spin up speed. And that is when the SL1200 concurred the DJ marked for many many years. Anyway, I still have my SL1210 MKII as well. I did buy an SL1200G recently though. It is my way of saying thank you to Panasonic to bring back this iconic turntable. I did sign the letter that was send to Panasonic back in 2010 asking to continue the production. This letter was signed by more than 10000 fans; I was one of them.

[ZRATAN]

The technics is the workhorse of can never go wrong with a vintage technics...😁👍

[ngreat]

Bought a Technics a few months ago to replace my dead Clearaudio Concept and I was so impressed with the simplicity of the setup and adjustments and it sounds great. I absolutely love it.

[gariepyf]

This made me realise it's now close to 20 years that I bought my SL-1210M5G.
I've never done anything on it, it always worked well. No issue and great sound all around. Great Value!

[chrisharris]

I bought a SL1200MK4 from Japan. This model was only available in Japan. This was considered the first audiophile SL1200. It has a Titanium tone arm, removable RCA cables and a 78 speed selector.

[jtrade]

The 1200 is the greatest moment in turntable history. Thank you for the excellent video

[brianstewart]

Good choice. The SL 1200 is a great turntable. I went with the SL1900 for the full automatic option myself. It was built in 1978 and with proper care it works as well today as when it was new.It's hard to go wrong with Technics. Keep on spinnin'.

[mrdjproductions]

I used 2 of the Technics 1200s in the 90s when I did weddings and parties. They are built like tanks. Still have them set up at home. Love them. Mine are silver but the black model looks sharp. Great video Frank.

[ckcreative_dp]

I have been using a SL1200MK7 for about seven months and I absolutely love it. It will be the only home turntable I’ll use. 👍🏻

[newfieshawn]

Hey Frank, I agree with you totally! I've had my 1200MKII for well over 10 years, and I absolutely love it! It is and always will be my main table. It is built like a tank, and sounds fantastic in my personal opinion. I have an Audio Technica AT-150MLX cartridge and stylus on it and it really pulls the frequencies out of the grooves. I can't say enough about SL1200 tables, they sound great and are built to last!

Cheers

[zacharyscott]

I've had mine since 2002 and it's certainly the best turntable I've ever owned.

[fillansommel]

I accumulated 3 1200's and I don't see ever getting another turntable as long as these continue working. They are everything I look for in a turntable.

[quiksr]

Love my SL1200MK-2, Decoded it to 1984 and currently running it with a 2M Blue and some vintage gear ( Sansui 7070 / ADS L810's ).. Sounds great to me and wouldnt trade it for the world!

[oneiva]

Great video Frank! Always nice to see our beloved 1200s gettin some love. You have found your “end game” TT! They are the absolute best decks ever IMO. I’ve had a few over the years (4 MK2s, an M3D, & a MK5) of which, my first one, a MKll that I bought brand new in ‘82/83 is still my favorite. Although it still works great, I kinda semi-retired it so it’ll last another 40 years. For everyday use I’m using a Pioneer PLX1000 until I can one day afford a new 1200G. As for cartridges, I’ve been using the Ortofon 2M Bronze on both the MKll & the PLX and lovin it. Lookin to try a Nagaoka next. Btw, thx to you I’m now a VInyl Storage Solutions loyalist as well.

Lastly, down here in San Francisco, we say “Tech-Neeks”
always have, always will.

Take care and keep on spinnin Frank.

[orion]

I am a proud owner of a silver sl1200 since 1995!! And yes I still use it and it is my favorite no matter what. This thing is solid and sounds really really good. I use an ortofon red but I think i will upgrade it to ortofon blue

[bobby]

Nice turntable Frank. The main thing is that your happy with it. Upgrades can be done, but if you are fine with it, there is no need to change. The trouble with Audiophiles is the snobbery that can raise its head. I love hifi, but am not a snob about it.
Keep on spinning and enjoying your music.

[DuckMcKrush]

When I was stationed in S. Korea '77-'79 my first turntable was an Technics SL1200 in silver. Since lost amongst my many travels and adventures. I'd give anything to have it back.

[rufdymond]

I have my 1210 Mk2 that I bought new 35 years ago…it’s still working perfectly it was purchased as a hi-fi deck.

[QoraxAudio]

I own an SL-1200G.
While the SL-1200MK2 is built like a tank, the SL-1200G is built like tank destroyer - even more solid.
It has RCA plugs on the back, modernized motor, brass platter and a magnesium tonearm.
Highly recommended.