Product Comparison: Technics SL 1210 II vs Technics SL 1210 Mk5

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Technics SL 1210 II Professional Turntable

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Technics SL 1210 Mk5 TurnTable

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General Specifications

Brand

Technics

Model

SL 1210 II

SL 1210 Mk5

Origin

Japan

About the Product

The precision Diecast Aluminium Cabinet and rubber base ensure total stability and vibration damping and the Quartz Direct Drive Motor means precision and reliability in mixing, proven and sworn by Djs the world over.

Like all Technics gear, the SL-1210MK5 is built to last. It comes with all the features youve come to know and love in earlier Technics models, plus a few extras tailored to the needs of the pro DJ.

Key Specs

Drive Type

Direct Drive

Operation Type

Manual

What customers say about "Key Specs"

Technics SL 1210 Mk5 TurnTable

It is very well designed and constructed. The sound quality is excellent.
It has solid build, very stable and reliable will last a lifetime!
These things will last longer than most humans. They are tanks. They are hands down the best DJ turntable ever made.
The tonearm works perfectly, and everything about this turntable is simply outstanding even the lights when it's on are nice to look at.
The only advantage of a direct-drive turntable is increased torque, for faster starts and stops.

Size & Weight

Height

6.38 in.

6.78 in.

Width

17.83 in.

17.84 in.

Depth

14.17 in.

13.97 in.

Weight

27.6 lbs.

26.4 lbs.

What customers say about "Size & Weight"

Technics SL 1210 Mk5 TurnTable

I did not expect such a small turntable to play so beautifully.
Its size surprised me did not expect it to be so compact.
Perfectly complements my system and looks quite compact.
They are very heavy. It adds to the durability, but it limits portability.
Unfortunately, its weight is the biggest drawback. It is very heavy.

Audio

Record Sizes

Playable Record Speeds

33 ⅓, 45

Stylys/Cartridge

Moving Magnet (MM)

Integrated Preamp

What customers say about "Audio"

Technics SL 1210 Mk5 TurnTable

The sound quality is amazing. I had forgotten how great analog equipment could sound, even when using a DVS like serato or Traktor.
The speed accuracy is phenomenal also. And it sounds amazing.
It is perfect in everything. Precise tracking, skate, balance controls. Unwavering drive speed, extremely low rumble and is also a very well isolated unit.
Mated with a low noise pre-amp, and audiophile quality needle/cartridge delivers amazing sound.
The stability and strength of these decks when mixing, scratching, blending and beat juggling is simply superior.

Features

Control

Pitch slider, Speed button, Start/Stop, On/Off switch

Start/Stop, On/Off switch, Speed button, Reset button, Pitch slider

Functions

Vinyl player

Platter Material

Aluminum die-cast

Dust Cover Included

Yes

Speaker(s) Included

Interfaces

Stereo RCA audio out

Extras

Detachable headshell, Detachable dust cover, Brushless DC motor

Heavy rubber base, Highly sensitive low-mass tonearm, Black metallic finish, Brushless DC motor

Dust Cover Included
Speaker(s) Included

What customers say about "Features"

Technics SL 1210 Mk5 TurnTable

This is the best turntable that I own. Excellant product, I may get another and would recommend it to anyone. It makes my records sound great.
The turntable remembers whether the reset button or the slider was in control of platter speed from the last time of usage.
The turntable is solidly built, fit and finish are top notch, the quality overall is superb.
Fantastic for audiophile enthusiasts or archiving to digital. Highly recommended unit.
Controllers were cheap and exponentially getting worse after each year.

Warranty / Certifications

Manufacturer Warranty

1 year(s)

Certifications