Technics SL-1200 mk2

Released in 1979 as a direct evolution of the original SL-1200, the Technics SL-1200 MK2 didn’t just refine the concept of a direct-drive turntable — it set a new global standard, becoming a true legend in both the Hi-Fi and DJ worlds.

The standout upgrade was the introduction of Quartz Locked speed control, delivering absolute rotational precision and rock-solid stability — ideal for both critical home listening and professional use. Its high-torque direct-drive motor offers instant startup and unwavering pitch accuracy, even after decades of operation.

Built with a die-cast metal chassis and heavy damping rubber base, the MK2 offers superb isolation from vibration and acoustic feedback — making it equally at home in a Hi-Fi setup or a packed DJ booth.

It came in two iconic finishes: the SL-1200 (silver) and SL-1210 (black) — identical in performance, differing only in color.

The ±8% pitch control slider redefined DJ’s, allowing for seamless beatmatching with silky smooth adjustment. Combined with its ultra-stable motor and rugged tonearm, it became a benchmark for back-cueing, scratching, and other demanding techniques.

But the SL-1200 MK2 is more than just functionality — it’s Japanese engineering at its finest. Built to last with mostly metal components, it’s low-maintenance, nearly indestructible, and still holds its value decades later.

Thanks to its quartz-locked variable pitch, DJs could sync tracks with near surgical precision — a technical feature that placed it far ahead of its time and made it a cult favorite.

The Technics SL-1200 MK2 didn’t just define a standard — it created a culture.
An audio icon still spinning strong more than 40 years on.