Technics new SL-1200MK7 and SL-1500C*

Does anyone know what the power/voltage ratings are for the European spec version of the 1200mk7 and the 1500C? The reason I am asking is that the European spec 1200G (1200GEG-S) has the capability for 110 - 240VAC 50 or 60Hz. One could potentially order one from a dealer in the UK and have it shipped to the US if the voltage input is compatible.

 

Hello again, small precision. So I bought a new turntable SL 1500 c and return the old for refund. The news does not have the problem of the arm remaining high and can be stopped at any moment of the ascent or descent. So my first Turntable had a problem with the mechanism.... here (the new) is perfect. However, be careful. I noticed that in my second turntable, the platter had a slight oscillation. so I kept the platter of my first platinum and returned to the store my first platinum and second platter. Everything is not perfect ... My advice is to order two (if you have the means) and to return one for refund within 15 days to be sure to have a perfect set. ..
The best is to buy it and test it in store but in my area it's impossible .. no exposure of these models

 

Comparativa Technics SL-1210Mk2 vs SL-1210Mk7

A quite detailed dj-based review. I haven’t read it in detail, but the conclusion seems to alleviate the doubt that the mk7 would be inferior to the gold standard mk2.

 

1500C owners...Is there sound coming out from the outputs if the turntable is switched off (not start/stop but on/off) with the on-board preamp disabled?

 

For me no...

 

I mean with the needle on the record and a manual spin.

 

in phono, yes...

 

Yes what? There is sound in phono out mode with the turntable switched off?

 

Yes, but i noticed that my all turntable are like that (Thorens, Audio Technica, ect). For me, its not a problem...

 

Not saying it's a problem, the opposite would be. I'm trying to determine how "true" is the phono preamp bypass. Some Hanpin turntables like Reloop 7000, Stanton st 150 etc. completely shut off the sound when powered off even in phono mode (preamp bypass), afaik.

 

Hi. Recently picked up 1500C. Have issue with built in phono stage and wanted to know if anyone has similar/suggestions. Getting a whine through speakers using built in phono stage, changes pitch when platter switched on. Tried moving, different cables and mains outlet etc. No such issue when using external phono stage. It has cut out once during playback. Obviously going to take back for exchange - I do like the sound and otherwise would be really pleased with it. Am guessing is some internal fault.

 

Another (good) review of the 1500c

Technics SL-1500C Turntable Review

 

There is a moment a moment of true for every reviewer especially in these reviews/advertises

 

I love how they leave these sentences in the air and don't tell us what would be the sonic shortcomings of this not so well isolated microphonic chassis.

 

'Early in the production run' blues, maybe? Bummer.

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he said: they paied me for this review, please don't blame me!

 

Sure seems to be a lot of QC problems with these tables. I wonder if any people expressed quality concerns about these units not coming from Japan when they were announced...

Seriously though, this sucks for the people going through this.

 

Can anyone recommend a replacement mat for these?

 

Picked up replacement today, all good now (tested in store before taking away).

 

[QUOTE = "Cyclone Ranger, post: 20389466, membro: 75997"] Sidenote ... Mk7 e 1500c hanno il tradizionale smorzatore in gomma tipo SL1200 legato alla parte inferiore del piatto?
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no abs plastic

 

I do not have the rubber shock-absorbing base but have a base of ABS or plastic compound such as Reloop and PLX1000.

The shock-absorbing base has the old models and the grand class series GAE G E GR .. And this leads to a price increase compared to the mk7 ..
Besides this marketing clown, the GR is the 1200 for hifi and dj use ..

 

I do not have the rubber shock-absorbing base but have a base of ABS or plastic compound such as Reloop and PLX1000.

The shock-absorbing base has the old models and the grand class series GAE G E GR .. And this leads to a price increase compared to the mk7 ..
Besides this marketing clown, the GR is the 1200 for hifi and dj use ..

 

Now that reviews are slowly starting to trickle in I'm really perplexed by the autolift feature of the 1500c. The horror story described at 1:30 in this video is crazy. If the deck is doing this sometimes, and others lingering for 30 seconds, the feature is far less useful than the Technics autos of old. No clue if this design was made in some way to minimize interference with the arm (the MK1 models used a fully mechanical return mechanism that operates with or without power) but the behavior seems to be bizarre.

 

Yeah, weird on that auto-lift. He seems to really like the 2M Red with the internal phono, though.

 

It’s disappointing, because that feature is one of the differentiators between it and the mk7 that might help steer someone in its direction. If I spent $200 more mainly to have auto-lift (because the cartridge and built-in phono are more superfluous inclusions IMO), and it did this kind of thing instead of working like it’s supposed to, I’d be mad.