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This is a pre-owned/used turntable available as shown for pickup at our storefront (curbside or in store) in Beltsville, Maryland.Its electronics have been tested and function 100% as they should.Does NOT come with a stylus cartridgeRCA and Power cabled are attached to the turntable.See the provided pix for best idea of overall cosmetic condition. As it is pre-owned, it has acquired surface marks and wear (dings, dents, scratches, scuffs, smudges, etc.) from play/use - all purely cosmetic in nature. There are no issues to note with regard to functionality and playability.This listing has been created for the benefit of our local customers. There may be cosmetic or functional issues that the pictures alone cannot capture — if you are not able to come by and inspect this instrument in person, please be sure to ask any relevant questions you may have regarding its condition, playability, etc. before buying.Please contact us to discuss any other questions you may have about it before clicking the "Add To Cart" button! Atomic Music store hours: 12pm - 6pm, EST, Monday - Saturday & 12pm - 5pm, EST, Sundays.Thanks!!- Atomic Music
At US$569, this lands below the US$629 25th percentile and well under the US$675 median, so it reads as a strong buy rather than just a fair one. For a SL-1200MK2, that’s an especially good zone if the deck is complete and functioning properly.
The appeal here is obvious: the 1200MK2 is a classic workhorse with excellent speed stability, rugged build quality, and a huge parts/service ecosystem, so it remains one of the safest used turntable buys. At this price, the main check is condition-specific rather than model-specific: confirm the tonearm is tight, pitch control is steady, the platter starts cleanly, and the dust cover, headshell, and original feet are present if you care about value.
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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