Technics

SL-1200GR2

Introduced 2023$2,199 MSRP

The Grand Class SL-1200GR2 updates Technics' iconic direct-drive deck with a new Delta Sigma Drive motor-control circuit and multi-stage silent power supply for improved rotational stability. It keeps the classic coreless direct-drive motor, S-shaped aluminium tonearm and aluminium/BMC two-layer chassis.

MSRP

$2,199

Used market · Excellent

$1,900

-14% vs MSRP

as of Sep 1, 2026

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MSRP to used market

From $1,750 at launch to $1,900 today.

Specifications

Power: AC 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz; 11 W on, 0.3 W off
Speeds: 33-1/3, 45 and 78 rpm; pitch adjustment +/-8% and +/-16%
Weight: Approx. 11.5 kg (25.35 lbs)
Outputs: PHONO (RCA pin jack) x1 plus earth terminal
Platter: Aluminium diecast, two-layer with heavy-weight rubber damping; 332mm diameter, approx. 2.5kg including rubber sheet
Tonearm: Static-balance, high-sensitivity S-shaped aluminium tonearm; effective length 230mm, overhang 15mm, offset angle 22 degrees, arm height adjustment 0-6mm, stylus pressure 0-4g, headshell approx. 7.6g
Dimensions: 453 x 173 x 372 mm (W x H x D) / 17-7/8 x 6-13/16 x 14-11/16 in with dust cover down
Drive type: Direct drive; iron-coreless brushless DC motor with Delta Sigma Drive (Delta-Sigma modulated PWM) control
Availability: Announced 7 September 2023; available from December 2023, MSRP $2,199.99
Plinth material: Two-layered bottom chassis of aluminium and BMC (bulk moulding compound)
Starting torque: 2.2 kg-cm; 0.7 s from standstill to 33-1/3 rpm; electronic brake
Wow and flutter: 0.025% W.R.M.S.
Cartridge included: No cartridge included - headshell supplied, cartridge purchased separately