Technics is best known for its direct-drive turntables. In fact, it made the world’s first direct-drive turntable, the SP-10, in the early 1970s, which then paved the way for the SL-1200 a few years ...

Popular audio brand Technics announced a special reissue of its classic SP-10 turntable in the form of the Technics SP-10R, a new product that the company is calling its “most premium analog, ...

I picked up an old turntable at a garage sale. It has scant markings, but is pressboard with faux wood paneling and has "model 0978" on the bottom. Mechanically it seems to be in good condition and I ...

NEWARK, N.J., Feb. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Renowned audio brand Technics has introduced its highly acclaimed SL-1500C turntable in a new, technically enhanced version – the SL-1500CS. Technics ...

I have a Technics SL-2000. I have buzz when its plugged in yet not even turned on. The ground wire is attached properly. Head has been swabbed and cartridge wires checked. Again, it occurs even before ...

Technics released its SL-1500C direct-drive turntable back in 2019, and it has proven extremely popular for its premium build, plug-and-play design (thanks to a built-in phono preamp), and excellent ...

Panasonic's luxury audio gear maker Technics has unveiled a new Premium Class turntable called the SL-100C that the brand is calling an entry level model. It's still expensive, just not as pricey as ...

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