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Very rare and unique 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.Serial Number: GE2KD001100 (produced in November 2002).Condition: Near Mint. It has been thoroughly inspected and verified for its operation.Our tests show that MK4 the new generation SL-1200G in terms of sound quality producing a more analytical sound due its special titanium tonearm and OFC wires. It's a solid choice for an audiophile turntable at an affordable rate.SL-1200MK4-K is a Japanese only model (voltage 100V). A quality compact step down transformer 110->100V is provided for use in the US. About MK4 : The SL-1200 Mark 4 was introduced in 1996 and 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 hi-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 having 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. This listing includes: · Technics SL-1200MK4-K turntable in near Mint Condition.· Original Technics/Quartz SL-1200 tinted Dust cover with hinges· Platter.· Tonearm counterweight and auxiliary weight.· Technics headshell.· Technics 45rpm adapter. · Technics 10mm rubber mat (RGS0010). · Original operating Manual in Japanese.· Emotiva RCA cables and ground wire (detachable).· High quality step down transformer. The turntable will be shipped with insurance in secure packaging.
The asking price is ambitious but not outlandish: at US$1,599, it sits above the US$1,036 median and below the US$2,131 75th percentile, so it’s premium pricing rather than a bargain. Given the like_new condition and the rarity angle, it’s still within a defensible range if the cosmetic state, performance, and originality are genuinely strong.
This is a sought-after deck for good reasons: the MK4 is prized for its quartz-locked reliability, solid build, and the upgraded tonearm/wiring package gives it real enthusiast appeal. The removable RCAs add practical upside for serviceability and future cable swaps, which buyers value. If the arm bearings are tight, the pitch is stable, and the original parts are intact, this is the kind of clean, well-kept Technics that can justify paying up.
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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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