Technics SL-1200mk5

Like all Technics gear, the 1200MK5 is built to last. It comes with all the features you’ve come to know and love in earlier Technics models, plus a few extras tailored to the needs of the pro DJ.

Easy To Adjust Breaking Speed
It’s simple to set the breaking speed to suit your liking with the SL-1210MK5. After removing the slip mat, all it takes is a few twists of a screwdriver to go from a slow winding down to an instant halt, or anywhere in between.

Non "Click" Pitch Control
Smooth sliding, quartz locked, non "click" continuous pitch adjustment +/-8% and +/-16%

Recessed Power Switch
Recessed Power switch to avoid accidental turn off.

Pitch Reset
Instantly reset pitch to zero at the touch of a button.

New LED Stylus Light
New LED stylus light lasts longer than earlier models.

Specifications
Type: Quartz direct-drive (manual turntables)
Drive Method: Direct-Drive
Motor: Brushless DC motor
Turntable Platter: Aluminum diecast
Diameter: 13 5/64" (33.2cm)
Mass: 3.74 lbs (1.7 kg)
Turntable Speeds: 33-1/3 rpm, 45 rpm
Variable Range Pitch: ±8%
Starting Torque: 1.3 lb-in (1.5 kg-cm)
Build-Up Characteristics: 0.7s from standstill to 33-1/3 rpm
Braking System: Electronic brake
Wow and Flutter: 0.01% WRMS / 0.025% WRMS (JIS C5521) / ±0.035% peak (IEC 98A Weighted}
Rumble: -56dB (IEC 98A Unweighted) / -78dB (IEC Weighted)
Effective Length: 9-1/16" (230mm)
Arm Height Adjustment Range: 0-6mm
Overhang 19/32" (15mm)
Effective Mass: 12g (without cartridge)
Offset Angle: 22°
Friction: Less than 7mg (lateral, vertical)
Tracking Error Angle: Within 2° 32' (at the outer groove of 12" record) / Within 0° 32' (at the inner groove of 12" record)
Stylus Pressure Adjustment Range: 0-4g
Applicable Cartridge Weight Range: 3.5g - 13g / 11g - 20.5g (including headshell)
Applicable Cartridge Weight Range (with auxiliary weight): 9.5g - 13g / 17g - 20.5g (including headshell)
Applicable Cartridge Weight Range (with shell weight): 3.5g - 6.5g / 11g - 14g (including head shell)
Headshell Weight: 7.5g
Power Supply: AC120V, 60Hz
Dimensions: 17-27/32" x 6-25/32" x 13-31/32"
Weight: 26.5lb (12 kg)