Panasonic adopted the relaunch of the Technics model in 2014 with a high-end transforming of a DJ favourite in 2016. Now to have a good time the fiftieth anniversary of the SL-1200 turntable, Technics has launched a restricted particular version.
The direct-drive SL-1200 made its debut in 1972 and was rapidly a dual-deck membership DJ staple, whereas hip-hop artists started to scratch vinyl in a great way. Variations continued to be produced proper up till 2010, when model proprietor Panasonic cited a decline in world demand for its choice to stop manufacture.
Nonetheless, regardless of being written off as a dying format, gross sales of music on vinyl began to select up once more. And after bringing again the Technics model in luxurious audiophile guise on the IFA 2014 expo, Panasonic revealed an brand-new Grand Class turntable a yr and a bit later. Extra not too long ago, the design returned to its DJ roots with the SL-1200MK7, and it is this mannequin upon which the restricted fiftieth Anniversary Version relies.
Solely 12,000 items will ship globally, with the event marked by the inclusion of a golden-tinted anodized tonearm, particular badging up prime and an celebratory slip mat.
The SL-1200M7L additionally boasts a high-rigidity cupboard and damping insulator to assist protect the system from music-spoiling vibrations – "even throughout harsh working circumstances." Beginning torque and brake pace may be adjusted for extra management, as can pitch, and there is a reverse play operate that can enable dwelling customers to probably uncover hidden messages in songs performed backwards or simply enable DJs extra flexibility. And Technics has included a high-brightness LED stylus mild for precision placement in dimly-lit venues.
The fiftieth Anniversary Version turntable sequence is up for pre-order now obtainable in seven funky colours that "replicate the road tradition that continues to encourage generations of DJs." Solely 12,000 items will likely be produced in whole, and every carries a US$1,099.99 price ticket. Transport anticipated to begin in July.
Supply: Technics
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