SL1200MK2 - 1979
Between 1970 and 79 Technics developed a few more direct drive decjs including the first iteration of the SL1200 however it wasn't until 1979 and the MK2 that the range really came into its own. The staff started seeing DJ's using the original sl1200 as an instrument in clubs and disco's and so they developed the MK2 and took into consideration the needs of the DJ. It was the first of its kind that was made for home hifi but also catered to the pro audio scene. This was the turntable that really started the DJ scene and the basis of some of the most iconic hip hop music of all time
Catering to DJs: SL-1200MK2 and MK3 (1979-1989)
The SL-1200MK2 was a game-changer for DJs as it combined high-fidelity audio quality with features specifically tailored to meet the demands of club DJs and radio stations.
Its direct-drive mechanism, high torque motor, and pitch control capabilities made it ideal for beatmatching and mixing tracks seamlessly.
The MK3 version introduced further enhancements such as Quartz lock for improved rotational accuracy and a slip mat included to cater to DJ preferences
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