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Holding the esteemed status of having invented the direct-drive turntable, Technics has remained at the forefront of sonic innovation for decades. The SL-1210GR2 turntable is certain to forward this legacy. Boasting a revamped motor-drive circuit, the SL-1210GR2’s foundation begins with the cutting-edge Delta Sigma Drive, taking the company’s groundbreaking coreless direct-drive motor system to unprecedented heights of aural precision. DJs and turntablists at Sweetwater immediately noticed the boost in playback made possible via Technics’ new low-noise power supply technology, derived from their renowned Grand Class amplifiers. Unlike its predecessor, the SL-1210GR2 includes a 3mm die-cast aluminum cartridge spacer to expand cartridge compatibility and playback opportunities to suit any listener’s or DJ’s needs!





Delta Sigma Drive: cutting-edge motor-drive technology





Technics developed the Delta Sigma Drive to expand the sonic terrain and refine the playback experience of their coreless direct-drive motors. This motor-drive system deploys its world-class mastery over PWM signal processing to not only hamper intrusive high harmonics, but completely eliminate motor vibration while masterfully cutting transmission to the stylus tip, keeping your records safe and sounding their absolute best. Moreover, the motor-drive circuit can substantially improve the reliability of the motor, rotation stability, and precision in tracking. This increased control means getting more mileage from its variable playback modes: 33-1/3, 45, and 78 rpm. Plus, flexible range adjustments make sonic exploration, beat juggling, mixing, and more a breeze, beginning with ±8%. However, you can seamlessly toggle to double the range at ±16%.





Sonic control with exacting precision and silence





If you’re a serious turntablist, then you understand how the right motor makes all the difference in managing noise and vibration. The SL-1210GR2’sR2’s high-speed switching power supply eschews the need for larger transformers, eliminating the subsequent concerns for mechanical vibrations that would come with them. Plus, by using a switching frequency above 100kHz, any impact on playback bandwidth is substantially limited. Moreover, the SL-1210GR2 utilizes an active noise-cancellation system by combining a noise detection device with an error amplifier. This eloquent solution introduces an inverse phase current alongside any noise detected with the power supply, thereby canceling out said noise, resulting in clean, unimpeded playbaIt’sIt’s even more efficient than a standard regulator, ensuring power is more evenly and reliably managed throughout the system.





All the important finishing touches





Stellar sound wouldn't mean a thing if the SL-1210GR2 didn't enforce it from start to finish. Technics literally started from the ground up. The feet feature silicon insulators that prevent vibration transfer to and from the surface on which your SL-1210GR2 sits. These are reinforced with cylindrical tubes that use microcell polymers for added damping. The body itself makes use of a dual-layer design, with BMC and die-cast aluminum to further reduce internal vibration transfer. Finally, with gold-plated phono terminals and heavy shielding, the SL-1210GR2 delivers simply phenomenal analog audio quality.





Engineered for aural excellence





You’ll find the SL-1210GR2 can meet virtually any sonic scholar’s needs. The 2.5kg aluminum/die-cast platter is astonishingly quiet. It features a 2-layer construction, with rear ribbing for added rigidity. Additionally, a deadening rubber lining on the rear surface further eliminates vibrations and delivers extremely clear sound. The S-shaped tonearm is equally sophisticated, featuring an aluminum pipe for ultra-lightweight rigidity. A cut-processed housing with high-precision bearings comprises the gimbal suspension, with finely tuned manual assembly and expert adjustment resulting in a sensitivity of five milligrams or less, allowing the grooves of each record to be tracked with uncompromising accuracy.





Technics SL-1210GR2 Direct-drive Turntable System II Features:


Advanced DJ turntable with audiophile-quality sonics and unrivaled performance


Coreless direct-drive motor features symmetrical magnets for zero cogging noise


Delta Sigma Drive system utilizes cutting-edge improvements to the coreless motor system to eliminate vibrations while increasing rotation and motor reliability


3mm die-cast aluminum cartridge space ensures comprehensive compatibility options


Noiseless switching power supply derived from Grand Class amps deploy an advanced noise removal circuit for unfettered, hi-fi playback


Precision motor control offers starting torque at 2.2kg/cm and startup time of .7s (at 33-1/3 rpm)


2.5kg aluminum, die-cast platter features a 2-layer construction with rear ribbing for rigidity


Rubber platter backing further absorbs vibrations for extra-quiet operation


S-shaped tonearm with aluminum pipe and advanced gimbal suspension offers 5mg or less sensitivity


Silicon insulators in the feet and dual-layer body design absorb coupling vibration


Gold-plated phono terminals and heavy shielding provide exceptional analog sound


Newly Expanded PolyStyrene-free packaging replaces EPS with craftily designed cardboard to reduce the environmental impact of packaging while retaining storage and security