Technics SL-J300R

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The Technics SL-J300R is a high-end budget turntable that was announced by Panasonic in January 2016 as part of their revered Technics brand. The J300R is a carbon copy of the premium SL-1000R turntable but with a few minor differences to make it more affordable.The most notable differences between the two models are the use of a newly designed aluminum tonearm on the J300R instead of the carbon fiber one on the SL-1000R, as well as a die-cast aluminum chassis instead of the bigger, heavier magnesium chassis found on the SL-1000R.Other than these cosmetic and material changes, the J300R features a speed-change system that supports both 33 1/3 rpm and 45 rpm. It also employs an advanced motor control constructed around a high-precision quartz oscillator and variable speed drives, which ensures high stability and less wow and flutter distortion.While it might not match the SL-1000R's multicolored lighting and Alcantara finish, the price difference makes a compelling case for the SL-J300R. The J300R delivers surprisingly excellent sound quality at its price point, making it a great choice for audiophiles looking to upgrade their vinyl listening experience but unwilling to spend the premium costs required for the SL-1000R.