Panasonic Technics SL-1210M5G Black Record Turntable - Direct Drive

by Panasonic

Product Details

• Item Weight: 25.8 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 31 pounds
• ASIN: B0000CE6R4
• Item model number: SL-1210M5G
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #55,133 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: February 6, 2007

Product Description

Amazon.com

The SL-1210MK5G 30th anniversary edition follows on from the classic SL-1210MK2 with the new features; blue LEDs, wider pitch adjustment +/-8% and +/-16%, pitch switch button (2 levels), pitch reset button, recessed on/off switch, detachable lid and headshell stand on the cabinet. Slip mat is included.

Feature List

• Total quartz locked continuous pitch adjustment +/-8% and +/-16%
• Precision moulded aluminium diecast cabinet and heavy rubber base material absorb unwanted vibrations
• Unwavering quartz Direct Drive accuracy: wow and flutter 0,01% WRNMS, rumble -78dB (DIN B)
• Very high torque (1.5Kg/cm) for quick start-ups
• S-shaped tonearm reinforced with anti skating mechanism
• Oxygen free coil tonearm cable
• Easy to replace pitch controller
• Pitch reset button
• Adjustable stop break
• Long life blue LED needle light
• Stylus pressure adjuster
• Recessed on/off switch
• Headshell stand on the cabinet
• Detachable lid
• Slip mat included
• Total quartz locked continuous pitch adjustment +/-8% and +/-16%
• Precision molded aluminum diecast cabinet and heavy rubber base material absorb unwanted vibrations
• Unwavering quartz Direct Drive accuracy: wow and flutter 0,01% WRNMS, rumble -78dB (DIN B)
• Very high torque (1.5Kg/cm) for quick start-ups
• S-shaped tonearm reinforced with anti skating mechanism
• Oxgen free coil tonearm cable
• Easy to replace pitch controller
• Pitch reset button
• Adjustable stop break
• Long life blue LED needle light
• Stylus pressure adjuster
• Recessed on/off switch
• Headshell stand on the cabinet
• Detachable lid
• Slip mat included

Product Description

Since its introduction in 2003, many have called the SL-1210M5G the Grand Master of the 1200 line. In addition to the legendary Technics ruggedness and reliability, the SL-1210M5G boasts some killer one-of-a-kind features including an all-digital pitch control with a greater range, a specially constructed tone arm for improved skip resistance, an easy to adjust braking mechanism, and a black, brushed steel finish.

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Bravo Technics !, August 14, 2004

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Armando M. Mesa (Chandler, AZ) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Panasonic Technics SL-1210M5G Black Record Turntable - Direct Drive (Electronics)

Other than the Gold Ltd. Edition Technics turntable, this is the one to make any dj the envy of the block. Expanded pitch adjustable features, braking adjustment settings, and long lasting led illuminator lights and increased anti-skating make this absolutely a spectacular analog machine/ dj instrument. Quality build is superb and built to outlast anything out there in the competitive market... The ONLY minor mistake not used in really completing the whole package is a lack of a key adjust control. Basically, with a key adjust you can speed up or slow down the beats or the music without vocalists sounding like chipmunks, or Barry White speaking in slow motion ! Key adjust just changes the speed of the music and vocals, not the pitch or tune...This is just a small bonus feature that would have been nice to have; Denon and another company name have already done this for their brand of DJ turntables...

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Grand Master amazes, April 9, 2009

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E. Kakos (Texas) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Panasonic Technics SL-1210M5G Black Record Turntable - Direct Drive (Electronics)

The Flagship of the Technics Turntables, the SL1210M5G is the 30th Anniversary edition of the legendary SL1200 line. This fully manual unit has been going strong since the '70's and doesn't show any signs of slowing down. The deck was originally built as a high end home audio component, but has become honored by most club DJ's because of it's rugged build and many DJ enhancements over the years.

I selected this version for my home turntable because of the oxygen free wiring and other tone arm improvements and high quality phono cables. After many inconsistent speed issues with belt drive turntables, I am pleased with the very durable and ultra quiet brushless DC motor that powers the Technics units.

This turntable is ready to go for home enthusiasts or DJ's. It comes complete with a rubber platter mat, a slip mat, a head shell, cartridge alignment tool and a non attached dust cover. If needed, a hinge kit is available from KAB USA. All that's needed is a phono cartridge. There are many to choose from, either hi-fi or DJ.

After a few weeks of revisiting my 40+ years of vinyl, I can agree that this deck deserves the title of Grand Master.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A masterpeice!, March 16, 2008

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ED "zebra01" (USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Panasonic Technics SL-1210M5G Black Record Turntable - Direct Drive (Electronics)

I have owned turntables costing several thousand dollars in the past. They are getting older now and I thought new one in the reasonable price range but high quality. I put in my Shure V15xMR in the arm tracking at 1g. Perfect tracking - super low rumble and no hum at all with or wo grounding. The construction is first class. This is a super bargain - it has been improved over the years. Yes you can spend a lot more - this product delivers in all the important ways. For many it is not expensive enough and has low snob appeal. If a small company were to make this turntable - my guess it would cost around > 1500.00. Panasonic has been making it for over 30 years now! Rarely does a product remain available for such a long time. The reason - this is a masterpeice!