Technics SL-1200GR2 Direct Drive Turntable
1999,00 €
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
In 1970, Technics commercialised the world‘s first direct drive turntable, and the system took the world by storm. Unlike belt drive and other systems, direct drive systems rotate the motor at low speed and directly drive the platter, thus providing numerous advantages, such as the almost complete absence of degradation in S/N ratio due to motor vibration and deceleration mechanisms, as well as high reliability over a long period time because of not requiring parts replacement.
And in 2016, Technics developed the twin-rotor, surface-facing, coreless direct drive motor with rotor magnets placed on both sides, thereby eliminating the rotation irregularity of the motor, referred to as “cogging,” which was a unique issue for direct drive systems. This motor was adopted for the SL-1200G, which once again drew a significant response in the hi-fi market. The SL-1200GR2 inherits the same design philosophy with the new development of a single-rotor, surface-facing, coreless direct drive motor, resulting in the elimination of cogging.
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 Cancelling
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.
| Turntable Section | |
| Type: | Direct Drive |
| Motor: | Brushless DC motor |
| Turntable Speeds: | 33-1/3, 45 and 78 rpm |
| Pitch Adjustment Range: | ±8% and ±16% |
| Starting Torque: | 2.2 kg |
| Build-up Characteristics: | 0.7 s. from standstill to 33- 1/3 rpm |
| Braking system: | Electronic brake |
| Wow and Flutter: | 0.025% W.R.M.S. |
| Turntable Platter: | Aluminum die-cast, Diameter: 332mm, Weight: Approx. 2.5kg (Including rubber sheet) |
Tonearm Section |
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| Type: | Static Balance |
| Effective Length: | 230mm |
| Overhang: | 15mm |
| Tracking Error Angle: | Within 2° 32' (at the outer groove of 30cm(12") record), Within 0° 32' (at the inner groove of 30cm(12") record) |
| Offset Angle: | 22° |
| Arm Height Adjustment Range: | 0 - 6mm |
| Stylus Pressure Adjustment Range: | 0 - 4g (Direct Reading) |
| Head Shell Weight: | Approx. 7.6g |
| Applicable Cartridge Weight Range: | (without auxiliary weight) 5.6 - 12.0g, 3.1 - 9.5g (using cartridge spacer), 14.3 - 20.7g (including head shell) - (with auxiliary weight) 10.0 - 16.4g, 7.5 - 13.9g (using cartridge spacer), 18.7 - 25.1g (including head shell) |
| Cartridge Mounting Dimension: | 12.7 mm (1/2") interval |
| Head Shell Terminal Lug: | 1.2mmφ 4-pin terminal lug |
Terminals |
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| Audio Output: | PHONO (Pin Jack) x 1, EARTH TERMINAL x 1 |
General |
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| Power Supply: | AC220-240 V, 50/60 Hz |
| Power Consumption: | 11 W (ON), 0.3 W (OFF) |
| Dimensions (W x H x D): | 453 x 173 x 372 mm |
| Weight: | Approx. 11.5kg |
| Operating temperature range: | 0° to +40° |
| Weight: | 35% to 80% RH (no condensation) |
| Accessories: | Turntable, Turntable sheet, Dust cover, EP record adaptor, Balance weight, Auxiliary weight, Cartridge spacer Head shell, Overhang gauge, Screw set for cartridge, PHONO cable, PHONO earth lead, AC power supply cord, Owner's Manual |
Technics is a legendary Japanese audio brand with decades of engineering heritage, best known for its direct-drive turntables and precision motor design. Today Technics also delivers refined stereo electronics and sources, combining long-term reliability with a clean, engineering-first approach to sound.
Hi-Fi Market is an authorised Technics dealer in Estonia, supplying genuine products with official manufacturer warranty and local support. We help you choose the right Technics direction for your system goals — from a reference turntable setup to a balanced stereo system built for real rooms and real listening habits.
Visit our showroom near Tallinn (Tabasalu) to explore selected Technics models and discuss practical setup details before you buy — including turntable setup basics and system matching for coherent, controlled sound.
Build a Vinyl + Stereo System with Technics
Technics is often chosen as the foundation of a serious vinyl setup. Start with a direct-drive turntable, then match amplification, speakers and sources for your room size, listening distance and preferred sound character.
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