TechAudioAll-new Technics SL-1210 direct-drive motor makes it my dream turntableThe Technics SL-1200G2 and SL-1210G2 update the classic turntable with an all-new direct-drive motor systemWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
TechAudioAll-new Technics SL-1210 direct-drive motor makes it my dream turntableThe Technics SL-1200G2 and SL-1210G2 update the classic turntable with an all-new direct-drive motor systemWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
The Technics SL-1200G2 and SL-1210G2 update the classic turntable with an all-new direct-drive motor system
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(Image credit: Technics)
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Nestled on a dedicated desk in my office are two Technics SL-1210 turntables (an Mk2 and Mk3, oddly enough). I love them, and they’ve been going strong for 20 years. But times progress, as does technology, and now Technics has really ramped things up with the announcement of the SL-1210GR2 model and an all-new direct-drive motor system.
Interestingly enough, Panasonic, which owns Technics, pulled the plug on its SL-1210 and SL-1200 series back in 2010, only to rekindle the series in 2016 after a hiatus. Since then we’ve seen plenty of new models, such as the Mk7, while the altogether more audiophile-focused GR model is the one being upgraded with a 2023 second-generation version.
(Image credit: Technics)
(Image credit: Technics)
From my perspective, having been spinning tunes on vinyl and digital vinyl systems for nearly 25 years, having a direct-drive motor is imperative for a strong, torquey platter rotation that’s accurate. Admittedly over the years my older-generation SL1210 models do fluctuate a little, so Technics' new technology will no doubt add absolute precision to delivery and timing.
In terms of visuals, the SL-1200GR2 (silver) and SL-1210GR2 (black) is otherwise a very familiar, classic tale. However, “new colour matching of all parts and elements” creates a more unified look for a turntable that’ll look as good in a living room or on a dedicated AV desk, as it would in a club for a DJ set.
So, yes, the Technics SL-1210GR2 sounds like the turntable of my dreams. But those dreams may have to stay on hold for a while, as with a price of £1799.99 per unit, I’m unlikely to have the spare £3,600 knocking about to buy all-new replacements when the product goes on sale this October…
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