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Extremely rare and unique Japan only Technics SL-1200MK4 audiophile turntable in matte black finish with titanium tonearm with OFC wires, removable RCAs and ground wire, 78rpm speed, tint dust cover and 10mm rubber mat.Model: SL-1200MK4-KSerial Number: GE6LE01028 (December 2006)Condition: NOS Unused (Open Box)Made in Japan.It’s a 100V model for the Japanese market (step down transformer 110->100V is provided).About SL-1200MK4The SL-1200 Mark 4 was introduced in 1996. It was an update to the SL-1200MK2. It was available only in Japan. It has a matte-black finish. This model is aimed at the high-end audiophile market rather than DJs. It is the last model made with the detent ("click") in the neutral position (+/- 0%) of the pitch adjustment slider. In addition to the existing 33 rpm and 45 rpm buttons, the MK4 added a 78 rpm button. It is designed to be used with regular, removable RCA cables (along with a removable ground/earth cable) rather than hard-wired RCA cables like all other 1200/1210 models. The tonearm was different from those in the previous models, as it was made from titanium.SpecificationsPitch control ±8%Torque 1.5 kg/cmDirect drive (0.7 sec start-up)Quartz lockWow & flutter 0.025% WRMSRumble -78 dB (DIN B)S-shaped tonearmGold-plated RCA outputs33 / 45 / 78 RPMAdjustable tonearm height 0–6 mmAluminium diecast platterShock-absorbing feet constructionThis listing includes: Technics SL-1200MK4-K turntable in Mint Condition.Technics/Quartz SL-1200 Dust cover with bumpers.Technics SL-1200 Platter.Technics SL-1200MK4 Tonearm counterweight.Technics SL-1200MK4 Technics headshell.Technics SL-1200 45rpm adapter. Technics SL-1200 overhang gauge. Technics SL-1200 rubber mat RGS0010. Operating Manual in Japanese (printout).Nissyo high quality step down transformer made in Japan. Technics SL-1200MK4-K box.*The turntable will be shipped fully insured in secure packaging.
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Technics: Japanese Precision Engineering Since 1965
Technics emerged in 1965 as a premium audio brand established by Matsushita Electric, now known as Panasonic, with headquarters in Osaka, Japan. The brand name derives from the word "technology" and was originally conceived to showcase Matsushita's high-end audio capabilities. The company's founding philosophy centered on rigorous acoustic research and engineering excellence rather than relying solely on subjective listening impressions. This commitment to scientific methodology became the cornerstone of Technics' identity and product development approach.
The brand built its reputation across a comprehensive range of audio equipment, including turntables, amplifiers, loudspeakers, CD players, tape recorders, and digital pianos. Technics achieved international prominence through its revolutionary direct-drive turntables, beginning with the SP-10 professional model in 1969 and the consumer-focused SL-1100 in 1971. The iconic SL-1200 series, introduced in 1972, fundamentally transformed DJ culture and remains highly coveted by both professional DJs and audiophiles. These turntables set new industry standards for precision engineering and reliability.
Technics occupies a distinctive position as a high-end heritage brand with particular strength in the turntable segment. While the company largely withdrew from consumer markets in the early 2000s, the brand has maintained prestige among serious audio enthusiasts and collectors. Today, Technics represents a bridge between vintage audio collecting and contemporary hi-fi, with its products commanding respect for their build quality, sonic performance, and historical significance in audio culture.
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