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Technics SL-1200M7B: The Special Edition Lamborghini Turntable

Technics, a legendary brand in the world of high-end audio, has partnered with Italian car manufacturer Lamborghini to create an exceptional turntable: the SL-1200M7B. This unprecedented collaboration combines Technics’ expertise in sound with the unique aesthetics and power of Lamborghini cars. The result is a turntable with exceptional performance, featuring a design inspired by Lamborghini’s DNA.

Lamborghini-Inspired Design

The design of the SL-1200M7B is directly inspired by the famous Y-shaped motif characteristic of Lamborghini cars. The turntable is available in three iconic colors of the Italian brand: Arancio Apodis (orange), Verde Shock (green), and Giallo Athon (yellow). These vibrant and bold hues perfectly reflect the sporty spirit and unique aesthetics of Lamborghini supercars.

In addition to its striking look, the SL-1200M7B comes with exclusive accessories that further strengthen the connection with the Lamborghini universe. A picture disc vinyl is included, featuring the design of a tire from the latest Lamborghini Revuelto on its face. As the record plays, the tire image spins on the turntable, creating a stunning visual effect.

The disc contains specially recorded sounds of the powerful V12 engines from six iconic Lamborghini models: the 400GT 2+2, Miura SV, Countach 25th Anniversary, Diablo 6.0 SE, Murciélago LP 640, and the brand new Revuelto. Listeners can immerse themselves in the unique sound of these exceptional supercars.

The SL-1200M7B also comes with a felt mat adorned with the Lamborghini logo and two stickers featuring both brands. These exclusive elements highlight the unique character of this special edition and make it a coveted collector’s item.

Cutting-Edge Technical Specifications

Beyond its exceptional design, the Technics SL-1200M7B stands out for its top-of-the-line technical specifications. It incorporates the advanced features that have made the SL-1200MK7 and SL-1210MK7 models successful, while adding notable improvements.

Coreless Direct Drive Motor

At the heart of the SL-1200M7B is a coreless direct drive motor, ensuring extremely stable platter rotation. The absence of an iron core in the stator eliminates the main cause of cogging, the rotational irregularities sometimes present in traditional direct drive systems.

Moreover, the magnetic force of the rotor magnets has been optimized, and the gap between the coreless stator and rotor magnets has been meticulously adjusted. This results in high torque, equivalent to that of the renowned SL-1200MK5. The rotation is both powerful and perfectly regular, allowing for accurate and faithful sound reproduction from the vinyl grooves.

High-Sensitivity Tonearm

The SL-1200M7B is equipped with a static-balance S-shaped tonearm, which has proven itself among the most demanding DJs. Thanks to high-precision bearings, this tonearm offers increased sensitivity compared to the SL-1200MK6 model. It is capable of accurately tracking the finest grooves, ensuring perfect playback even under intense scratching conditions. Stylus skips are minimized, resulting in optimal sound reproduction in all circumstances.

Torque and Brake Speed Control

The SL-1200M7B benefits from the latest advancements in digital motor control, derived from the development of Technics Blu-ray players. Torque and brake speed can be individually adjusted across 4 levels, allowing precise adaptation to each user’s preferences.

Precise Speed Adjustment

The pitch control function enables fine adjustment of the rotation speed, within a range of ±8% or ±16%. The fully digital control, from slider position detection to motor drive, eliminates unnecessary A/D conversions. This results in remarkable tracking and highly accurate, stable speed adjustment.

Reverse Playback

For the first time on an SL-1200 series turntable, the SL-1200M7B incorporates a reverse playback function. In addition to 33 rpm and 45 rpm speeds, the turntable also supports 78 rpm playback. This function opens up new creative possibilities for mixing and scratching.

Rigid Chassis and Acoustic Isolation

To get the most out of its high-end components, the SL-1200M7B adopts a highly rigid chassis, combined with a high-damping isolator. This design minimizes parasitic vibrations, even in environments subject to strong stresses such as clubs or parties. The bass is precise and powerful, while the treble remains clear and detailed, without distortion.

High-Brightness LED Stylus Illumination

The SL-1200M7B features a redesigned stylus illumination, using a high-brightness, long-life white LED. Activated by a simple press, this lighting provides optimal visibility of the stylus tip, even in low ambient light conditions.

Key Benefits of the Technics SL-1200M7B

• Unique design inspired by Lamborghini aesthetics, with a choice of 3 iconic colors
• Exclusive accessories including a picture disc vinyl with Lamborghini engine sounds
• Coreless direct drive motor for ultra-stable rotation and high torque
• High-sensitivity tonearm for precise groove tracking
• Torque and brake speed adjustment across 4 levels
• Fully digital pitch control for precise and stable speed adjustment
• Unprecedented reverse playback function in the SL-1200 series
• Rigid chassis and isolator for vibration-free sound reproduction
• High-brightness LED stylus illumination for perfect visibility

Technical Specifications

Turntable

• Type: Manual direct-drive turntable
• Speeds: 33 RPM, 45 RPM, 78 RPM (selector)
• Starting torque: 0.18 N·m, 1.8 kg·cm
• Acceleration characteristics: 0.7 seconds from full stop to 33 RPM
• Wow and flutter: 0.025% (RMS)

Platter

• Material: Die-cast aluminum
• Diameter: 332 mm
• Weight: approximately 1.8 kg (with felt mat and sheet)

Tonearm

• Type: Universal static balance
• Effective length: 230 mm
• Overhang: 15 mm
• Tracking error:
  • Less than 2° 32′ (outer groove of a 30 cm record)
  • Less than 0° 32′ (inner groove of a 30 cm record)
• Offset angle: 22°
• Height adjustment range: 0 to 6 mm
• Tracking force adjustment range: 0 to 4 g (direct reading)
• Head shell weight: approximately 7.6 g
• Cartridge weight range:
  • 5.6 to 12 g (without additional weight)
  • 14.3 to 20.7 g (including head shell)
• Connectors: 1.2 mm diameter pins

Connectors

• Audio output: 1 × phono jack, 1 × ground terminal

General Specifications

• Power supply: 110-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
• Power consumption:
  • In operation: 8 W
  • In standby: 0.2 W
• Dimensions: 453 × 169 × 353 mm
• Weight: approximately 9.6 kg

Included Accessories

• Turntable, platter mat, felt mat
• Dust cover
• Adapter for 25 cm records
• Balancing counterweight
• Head shell
• Cartridge mounting screws
• Cables: phono, ground, power
• Vinyl record
• Logo stickers
• User manual