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For sale: a Technics SL-20 turntable, a straightforward vintage record player with classic Technics styling.
This example comes with its dust cover as well as a Dust Bug record-cleaning arm, making it a nice complete setup for everyday vinyl playback or a vintage hi-fi system.
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Cosmetic condition:
The turntable is in used condition.
Normal signs of age and previous use
Light cosmetic wear may be present
Dust cover shows age-related wear
Overall presentable vintage appearance
Please review the photos for the exact cosmetic condition
🎵 Functional status
✔ Fully working✔ Turntable operation tested✔ Tonearm and cueing checked✔ Ready for use
Specs:
Type: Manual turntable
Drive System: Belt drive
Motor: DC motor with frequency-generator servo control
Speeds: 33⅓ and 45 RPM
Pitch Adjustment: ±6%
Wow and Flutter: 0.05% WRMS (JIS) / ±0.08% (DIN)
Rumble: 40 dB (DIN 45539A) / 65 dB (DIN 45539B)
Platter: 300 mm injection-moulded aluminium
Tonearm
Type: Statically balanced tubular tonearm
Effective Length: 220 mm
Overhang: 14 mm
Offset Angle: 22°
Tracking-Force Range: 0–4 g
Cartridge Output
Standard Cartridge: Technics EPS-270
Output Voltage: 3.2 mV
Recommended Load: 47 kΩ
General
Years of Manufacture: 1975–1977
Country of Manufacture: Japan
Available Finishes: Black or silver
Power Consumption: 2 W
Dimensions (LxWxH): 428 × 135 × 348 mmWeight: 7 KgVolts: 110/240v (If it’s 200V or higher, you’ll need an adapter in the USA)
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State of listing: If a listing is listed ''for parts or not working'' returns are not accepted.
When we offer our products with the notice ''Serviced'' or ''Fully serviced'' that means the device is either ''serviced'' with a new belt, and cleaned the pots, Or ''Fully serviced'' recapped, Quiescent current adjusted etc as expected from a full service
Timing is favorable here because this is a vintage belt-drive Technics deck, and the SL-20 sits in the earlier hi-fi era that buyers often favor for simple, serviceable design rather than chasing a later replacement model. At US$199, it lands below the US$321 median and above the US$159 25th percentile, so it reads as a fair-to-good buy, not a steal but clearly not ambitious.
What makes it appealing is the package: Technics tables have a strong reputation for solid build and easy living, and the included AT-10 stylus plus dustcover/Dust-Bug adds real usable value if those pieces are intact. That said, with a belt-drive deck of this age, the real buy/no-buy points are basic function, speed stability, and the condition of the arm, platter, and cover; if those check out, this is a sensible pick for someone wanting a dependable vintage spinner without paying collector money.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
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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