Way back in 1970 Technics launched the world’s first direct - drive turntable the SP-10. In doing so they created a new era in audio. The new drive system eliminated the vibration and rotation irregularity caused by the more traditional belt - drive system. Even though the SP-10 was designed for consumer use, it was quickly taken on by broadcasting companies around the world.

The success of the SP-10 was followed in 1972 by the SL-1200 series of direct - drive turntables which resulted in establishing a reputation for stable rotation and reliability. As they say “the rest is history”. The SL1200 series was in production for nearly 40 year with about 3.4 million units being sold world wide. It found great favour with DJ’s as well as audiophiles and was subsequently copied by many other manufacturers but never quite catching the following of a real Technics SL1200/1210.

After a period away from the audio market, the Technics brand was relaunched by it’s parent company Panasonic. Along with a range of electronics and loudspeakers Technics have relaunched a series of SL1200 turntables for the 21st Century. The relaunch required the engineers to start from scratch as all the original holdings and manufacturing equipment were beyond repair - the only one to have survived the 40 years of production was the moulding for the acrylic cover with it’s signature dome over the tonearm mounting.

After a very successful Limited Edition run of 1200 - 50th Anniversary SL1200’s - which literally sold out as soon as the news of them was released.

Stock levels of Technics Turntables has been very limited since the relaunch of the brand, so it is best to phone fist before calling at the shop.