The Mike New Technics Bearing

[Mike_New]

No it can't do as the motor design is totally different

[Cobra2]

Hurry up and place your orders...!
I have prepaid, (this is my second), and realize the NEW 1210 is out of reach.

Arne K

[Mike_New]

Mike,

Do you know if your bearing fits the SP-25?

Hi Dave,
I did reply to your question in the negative.
However another guy asked me the same question a few days ago and sent me a pic of the inside of his supposedly SP-25
and it was indentical to a SL1200??? So I am now confused!
Can someone inform me:
Is there a model of SL-25 which has the same PCB and bearing design as the SL1200??

[aniki]

Can someone inform me:
Is there a model of SL-25 which has the same PCB and bearing design as the SL1200??

Mike,
As far as I know the SP25 does indeed use the exact same bearing as the SL1200.
The coil and magnet sections are identical although the pcb itself and platter are obviously different.
What I don't know and can't confirm is if there is physically the same space to permit fitting of your bearing but theoretically there should be.

[Mike_New]

Hi Aniki,
Thanks for the advice, In the pic I received the PCB is identical to the SL1200 and the bearing fitting is the same.
Could the SP25 have been upgraded with a SL1200 PCB????
To help those with SP-25s I am prepared to offer a refund of the price for anyone who wishes to fit one, if it does not work out.

[dmckean]

The PCB is identical to an early model (pre-1986) SL-1200 MK2 from what I can tell looking at pictures. I'm going to pick up a SP-25 at some point when I find one that doesn't cost a lot.

[Mike_New]

Hi Folks,
I now have 8 committed orders for my Bearing and need only 2 more.
I will then commence to make another batch of 25. I am taking a larger gamble than in the past, that they will all
sell in a sensible period of time but I guess it's worth a go.
I have been encouraged by many people who seem to have decided that they have discounted interest in the shiny
new model based on cost and specs. And now want to upgrade a SL1200 as many here have done.
The recent increased interest has come from people across the globe from Norway (3) to New Zealand, Spain and the US.
So now is you chance to take the plunge and secure one of the first 10.
Delivery time will be about 3-4 weeks.

[rchinn]

I can't join in for the pre-order. But I should be able to buy one of 11-25. Immediate spending is going to the ETP platter!

[Mike_New]

Hi Richard,
I would like you to buy an ETP Platter, but to be very honest you should fit the Bearing first.
I am sure everyone here would agree.

[rchinn]

Already said to Dave I would buy the platter. I understand the upgrade and value path but have already committed.