motor (D.D. Motor), introduced in 1970, offering unparalleled accuracy and long-term
reliability. The Coreless Direct Drive Motor in the SL-1200/1210MK7 enhances sound quality.
Noteworthy Updates and Features
Torque/Brake Speed Adjustment: Utilizing digital motor control technology, torque
and brake speed can be individually adjusted in four steps for versatile playing styles.
S-Shaped Tonearm Tradition: The static balance S-shaped tonearm, a Technics
tradition, ensures high tracking performance without stylus skipping, maintaining fidelity.
Stable Operation Design: Insulator feet with internal springs and rubber provide
stable operation, isolating vibration even in loud environments. Adjustable height and
inclination for uneven surfaces.
Pitch Control Evolution: Pitch control, initially for speed adjustment, evolved with the
SL-1200. The MK7 incorporates full digital control, allowing precise and stable adjustment within ±8/16%.
User-Friendly Stylus Light: The SL-1200MK2 introduced the stylus light. The MK7's
white LED offers high brightness and a long life for optimal visibility.
Iconic Strobe Light: Though no longer essential due to quartz control,
the LED strobe is a DJ-favorite, allowing visual speed adjustment
in red or blue on the SL-1200/1210MK7.
Functional Beauty: The SL-1200 Series, developed for pure audio performance,
retains its ultimate functional beauty. Vibration-absorbing features and the gimbal
suspension tonearm ensure high-fidelity sound reproduction. The MK7 unifies the
design in an all-black scheme for enhanced style.
