Technics SL-5

Brand: Technics

The Technics SL-5 is a classic turntable model produced by the Japanese technology company Panasonic (formerly known as Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.). Introduced in the mid-1970s, the SL-5 was part of Technics' popular SL-1000 and SL-1200 line of high-end turntables, widely recognized as some of the best audio equipment of their time. The SL-5 featured a heavy machined aluminum platter, a stainless steel tonearm, and a direct drive motor designed for low noise and vibration. It also offered superior tracking and adjustable anti-skating force for optimal performance. The SL-5 is still highly regarded by audiophiles and collectors today for its exceptional sound quality andbuild construction.

• Drive: Direct Drive
• Motor: DC
• Control: Servo
• Automation: Full-Auto
• Changer: No
• Suspension:
• Rumble: -78dB
• Wow and Flutter: 0.025% wrms
• Speeds: 33, 45 rpm
• Platter: 300 mm, 0.83 kg
• Tonearm: Linear Tracking
• Dimensions: 315 x 88 x 315 mm
• Weight: 4.4 kg
• Year: 1981
• Price: $200 (1982)£119 (1983)