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Technics SL1000mk2 Turntable Technics SP-10 MKII Turntable, SH-10B3 Plinth, SH-10E Power Supply (SL-1000 MK2) Item is negotiable. Other arm boards available. The deck has been serviced by Liquidaudio. The armboard is for an original technics arm. Check my other listings for SL1000 parts. Condition: Very Good Payment Method: PayPal, EFT, Cash on pick up Region/State: (WA) Western Australia/Australia By tcliffo1 0 Comments Secure Ad AUD $3,500 Date: August 3, 20241 yr
Very_good condition is a positive sign, but at A$3,500 this is well above the recent comparable market: the median is A$406, the 75th percentile is A$1,009, and this asking price lands far beyond even the top of that spread. On those numbers, it reads as ambitious to very expensive rather than a normal used buy.
That said, the deck itself is a serious, well-regarded Technics heavyweight with cult appeal for stability, build quality, and serious playback potential when properly set up. If it’s complete, unmolested, and includes the right arm/plinth/accessories, the value is in the engineering and the rarity more than in everyday used-market pricing; but at this level I’d want exceptionally strong photos, full functionality, and proof of originality before considering it.
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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