Technics sl-1200 **mk4** !!!

[WOStantonCS100]

This is the first time I have ever seen one of these up for grabs!! :stalks: Mega cool factor. As a hoarder, I am sorely tempted... but, I just don't need another 1200; can't justify it any way I turn it especially with the KAB 78 rpm mod available. But, very freakin' cool... I wonder how the main PCB compares to a plain jane MK2?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/TECHNICS-SL-1200-MK4-D-D-Japan-Black-rare-3-speed-audiophile-version-GE7IA01250-/110834135504?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item19ce3ab1d0

[MartinT]

Oooh, built-in 78rpm. Not that I have a use for it :rolleyes:

[Wakefield Turntables]

It looks like they have improved the RCA termination with the tonearm. I must admit the tonearm cabling and RCA looks a better setup than soldering a couple of Cu leads onto the PCB of the tonearm of the MK2 1210. :lol:

[bogle111]

This is the first time I have ever seen one of these up for grabs!! :stalks: Mega cool factor. As a hoarder, I am sorely tempted... but, I just don't need another 1200; can't justify it any way I turn it especially with the KAB 78 rpm mod available. But, very freakin' cool... I wonder how the main PCB compares to a plain jane MK2?

As a hoarder also, I can sympathise and offer sound reasoning.

I would like to hear it against a "normal" 1200. If it doesn't sound any different, then it can be classified as a "rare beast" and worth having for that alone, esp. with the 78RPM facility and different looks. For me, the 100v is a no no, let alone the shipping.

Just trying to help a fellow hoarder.;)

[SCUMM]

For me, the 100v is a no no


Assuming the internal circuitry is similar to an MK2/MK5 wouldn't an external PSU rectify the voltage difference (say if located in the U.S.). I am currently looking at this table but not quite sure of the price if may reach.

[twelvebears]

Assuming the internal circuitry is similar to an MK2/MK5 wouldn't an external PSU rectify the voltage difference (say if located in the U.S.). I am currently looking at this table but not quite sure of the price if may reach.

Yes completely. And given that the stock built-in PSU should definitely be removed (or at least disconnected) and replaced with an off-board unit for best performance, buying a non-UK voltage one really shouldn't be a problem apart from not being able to use it until you have an alternative.

The hum the PSU generates is really quite noticeable with sensitive MC cartridges.

[WOStantonCS100]

As a hoarder also, I can sympathise and offer sound reasoning.

I would like to hear it against a "normal" 1200. If it doesn't sound any different, then it can be classified as a "rare beast" and worth having for that alone, esp. with the 78RPM facility and different looks. For me, the 100v is a no no, let alone the shipping.

Just trying to help a fellow hoarder.;)

Thank you for that. :lol:

Nope, I decided to pass.

I told myself I wasn't going to buy anymore 1200's this year and I'm sticking to that. I've got 3 1200MK2's and 2 1200M3D's. Taken down to there essentials (excluding mods), they all sound exactly the same (to me). I'm stopping the madness. :)

If I didn't have so many Techies, though, I'd be jumpin' all over that. :D:lol:

[SCUMM]

Well the auction has less that 6 hours to go and the price is climbing past $600 and presumably higher still. The question is (besides 78 rpm) will the other features matter if the owners intention is to upgrade the arm and PSU somewhere in the future?

[Mike_New]

Tell you what Biff, you need one of my bearings for each one and I will give 10% off 4 platters. how about that for a deal.!!

[WOStantonCS100]

Tell you what Biff, you need one of my bearings for each one and I will give 10% off 4 platters. how about that for a deal.!!

:doh: I just realized I can't get your platter until I get an ext PSU. For some reason I was thinking the "new" platter was different than the standard aluminum platter. I think I was confusing it with the Funk platter.

All of my Technics need a MN bearing, including the SL-1500MK2!

[Mike_New]

Actually Biff, my platters we work with the internal power supply providing you don't have the dual voltage option with the black selector plug which is way above the common height of the PCB.

[WOStantonCS100]

Actually Biff, my platters we work with the internal power supply providing you don't have the dual voltage option with the black selector plug which is way above the common height of the PCB.

None of my 1200's are dual voltage. What about the cap at the bottom left? It seems like I keep reading that folks said they had to remove it?? I also see pics of the black plastic ring on the top of the coils removed. Is that necessary?

[prestonchipfryer]

The removal of the cap depends on which cap type is fitted. Mine, as seen in pic. 1 had to come out. But I think as seen in pic.2 may be left in situ.

Pic. 1:

http://i766.photobucket.com/albums/xx309/prestonchipfryer/pcb1.jpg


Pic. 2:

http://i766.photobucket.com/albums/xx309/prestonchipfryer/pcb.jpg


Cap is a bottom left.

John

[WOStantonCS100]

Thanks, John.

What about the dust cover for the coils? Left on or removed?

[Mike_New]

None of my 1200's are dual voltage. What about the cap at the bottom left? It seems like I keep reading that folks said they had to remove it?? I also see pics of the black plastic ring on the top of the coils removed. Is that necessary?

Biff, as I have just posted on the other thread, use a 6" rule (or short straight edge) to determing if any components are above the surface of the metal ring which surounds the coil assembly as shown in the images above.

[MartinT]

What about the dust cover for the coils? Left on or removed?

Deffo remove it, Biff, and the larger dust cover too. It sounds a lot better without them.

[JazzBones]

Deffo remove it, Biff, and the larger dust cover too. It sounds a lot better without them.

I'm with Martin on this one, although I keep the dust cover handy to drop onto the deck (no screws) with a cloth over the deck to stop dust and possible damage to the PCB when my MN platter is removed for what ever reason.

Ron