Technics SL-DL1

Brand: Technics

The Technics SL-DL1 is a discontinued turntable model manufactured by Panasonic (formerly known as Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.) in the early 2000s. It is part of the direct-drive turntable series of Technics, which is known for its high-quality audio equipment. The SL-DL1 featured a direct drive motor with a motor control mechanism, a variable pitch control system, and a high-torque, low-noise tonearm. Some of its characteristics included a speed indicator, an AC adapter input, and a tonearm lift mechanism. It is considered a high-end turntable model that delivered exceptional sound quality and was popular among audiophiles and vinyl enthusiasts during its time.

• 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: 312 mm, 1.4 kg
• Tonearm: Linear Tracking
• Dimensions: 430 x 88 x 350 mm
• Weight: 7.1 kg
• Year: 1981
• Price: $360 (1982)£180 (1983)