Enjoy straightforward record playing with the SL-1500C Manual Three-Speed Direct-Drive Turntable in black from Technics. Sporting a simple design without unnecessary frills, the SL-1500C retains the superb operating feel and sound quality that is Technics tradition.
The SL-1500C features Technics coreless direct-drive motor for precise and stable playback. It is equipped with a built-in phono EQ, and separate phono and line-level outputs for connecting to a wide variety of audio devices. The static-balance tonearm comes with the Ortofon 2M Red cartridge preinstalled for easy setup. The SL-1500C is a complete turntable system designed for anyone who enjoys quality vinyl playback.
Coreless Direct Drive Motor
Stable rotation is achieved by combining the coreless direct drive motor that reduces minute vibration during rotation, with the motor control technology that switches the drive mode depending on the operational status of the motor. In addition to providing superior performance, the direct drive motor requires no parts replacement or maintenance.
Highly Sensitive Tone Arm
The tonearm is a static-balance universal S-shape tonearm, a Technics tradition. By adopting a high-precision bearing using the same gimbal suspension construction and machined housing as the SL-1200 Series, high initial sensitivity is achieved.
Built-In Phono Equalizer
The SL-1500C features a built-in phono equalizer and bundled cartridge. There is no need to separately prepare either one, making it easy to link with a wide range of audio equipment. The shield structure of the built-in phono equalizer suppresses the effects of external noise and noise from the power supply. It is also equipped with a switch to turn the LINE output off when it is not being used. The turntable has been designed to thoroughly shut-out adverse effects to the PHONO output. The dedicated power supply for the PHONO output terminal is isolated from the power supply for the LINE output terminal, and has been designed to prioritize sound quality by minimizing the wiring of the PHONO signal. The isolated terminals also prevent wiring mistakes. An Ortofon 2M RED cartridge, which is highly acclaimed as an MM cartridge, has been included.
Auto Lifter Function
When the tonearm reaches the end of the record, the Auto Lifter function automatically raises the cartridge. This prevents unnecessary wear on your valuable vinyl records and stylus. By embedding the Auto Lifter function in the base portion of the tonearm, it eliminates impacts to the tonearm. Due to a simple design that doesn’t use motor power, there is no electrical or vibrational impact, and it will not prevent the movement of the tonearm. In response to requests from many users regarding the Auto Lifter function, a design that prioritizes sound quality was adopted. The functions required to playback records were kept to a bare minimum, achieving simple and easy-to-use operability.
UPC: 885170368125