![]() ![]() While the dimensions, feel and style are all familiar, the new SL-1200s have a slightly modernised look, along with a new, more powerful motor.įeature-wise, it’s mostly a case of ‘if it ain’t broke.’ but there are some small, welcome upgrades: the RCA and power leads are now detachable, so far-easier to replace, and the pitch fader now has a x2 mode for doubling its range. There are a number of changes between the Mk7 and the original decks, but they’re mostly subtle and in many cases decidedly positive. When Panasonic brought production of a DJ-centric 1200 back in 2019, they had to create a new production process and effectively ‘redevelop’ a new version of the classic design. If you have suggestions for additions, please leave them in the comments and we'll potentially upgrade this post in the near future.Throughout their production run from 1979 up to 2010, the original SL-1200s changed very little in terms of design and materials a 2010 unit was remarkably similar to the original Mk2s coming off the production line in the late ’70s. Instead, this is a list of some of the most beloved vintage turntables that were first released in the 70s and 80s and are still sought after. And if they, how much it's going to cost and how quickly they're going to be able to do it.Ī note: This isn't a definitive or exhaustive list of the best vintage turntables - there's too much subjectivity there and room for debate. It's also worth reaching out to a hi-fi shop near you to see if, once you buy it, they're going to be able to restore it to its once former glory. This is why we recommend talking to the seller extensively so that you know exactly what you're buying. It's common for vintage turntables to have their belt stretched out or their tonearm broken, for example, or even need a new power supply. As previously stated, a lot of these turntables won't be in working order - in fact, a lot are just being sold for parts - and will most likely need to be refurbished in at least some capacity. When shopping for a vintage audio component, third-party sites like Craigslist, eBay and Facebook Marketplace are going to be your best bet. Especially if they're popular among enthusiasts. Remember, these turntables aren't made anymore and they don't often become available. You're going to need finesse, persistence and a bit of luck to find the vintage component you're looking for. Shopping for vintage hi-fi equipment - including vintage turntables - isn't as straightforward as shopping for something modern. There have been quite the advancements in basically everything and most modern turntables play a warmer, more accurate and generally better sound.Ī Guide to Klipsch's Iconic Heritage Speakers How to Shop for Vintage Hi-Fi It's also worth pointing out that a vintage turntable, even if you do restore it to its former glory, most likely won't be able to play records as well as a good modern turntable. And it's going to cost you a lot more to repair the turntable than you originally paid for it. It's going to take time because a lot of these parts aren't that easy to find. So after you buy one, it's most likely going to be a project to get it back up and grooving. Vintage turntables are generally more affordable because they're typically not in working order. Most modern turntables don't have the same texture and charm as their forebears, and you can actually typically get a really good deal on vintage turntables. The main reasons why you'd want a vintage turntable are its aesthetic, its nostalgia and (most likely) its price. ![]() There are definite pros and cons to buying a vintage turntable. The Technics SL-1200 turntable series is one such example. And some, well, they're getting back into hi-fi and vinyl, releasing new audio components as well as reissued and reimagined versions of their classic models. Others have shifted their focus elsewhere, like to headphones or home theater. Today, some of those hi-fi names aren't in business anymore. ![]() It was a time when there was an abundance of turntable manufacturers, too, such as Technics, Luxman, Acoustic Research, Linn, JVC, Denon, Pioneer and Sony (just to name a few). It was a time before cassettes, CDs and the digital audio revolution, when a vinyl record was the easiest and most popular way to listen to an album. If you were to ask a true hi-fi lover or audiophile, they'd likely tell you that the golden age of vinyl was in the '70s and '80s. Audio companies are going back to analog, too, making new-age hi-fi components like amps, preamps, receivers and, of course, turntables.īut they don't make them like they used to, right? At least not with the same charm and nostalgia. Vinyl sales continue to break year-over-year records (and have done so since 2005) its popularity has grown so much that more and more vinyl pressing plants are opening up. We're living in a vinyl renaissance - there's no doubt about that. ![]()
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