Technics SL-1500CS Direct Drive Turntable
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About Technics SL-1500CS Direct Drive Turntable
Technics SL-1500CS Direct Drive Turntable Product Description:
The Technics SL-1500CS is the evolution of the beloved SL-1500C, achieving elevated rotational accuracy through advanced digital control with ΔΣ-Drive. It inherits Technics’ high-end sound quality concept and adds a host of original Technics technologies, such as a coreless direct drive motor and high-sensitivity tonearm. To simplify the playing of analog records, the built-in Phono EQ connects to a wide variety of devices. The SL-1500CS also comes equipped with a high-quality Ortofon 2M Red phono cartridge. The SL-1500CS is a complete turntable system designed for a wide range of users, even outside of strictly dedicated audio enthusiasts.
- The Latest Coreless Direct Drive Motor Achieves High-precision Stable Rotation
- ΔΣ-Drive Achieves High-precision Stable Rotation
- Technics Sound Right out of the Box with a Built-in Phono Equalizer and Cartridge
- A Short Signal Path from Tonearm to Built-In Phono EQ Preserves Signal Integrity
- Equipped with an Auto Lifter Function That Allows You to Enjoy Playing Records More Comfortably
- High-rigidity Body and High-damping Silicon Insulators for Smooth Sound and Isolation from Various Vibrations
Coreless Direct Drive Motor Achieving Stable Rotation
For decades, Technics’ direct drive has delivered accurate, maintenance free rotation. This mechanism, which directly spins the platter with strong torque, has evolved to offer even greater precision with a coreless motor that eliminates cogging.
ΔΣ-Drive (Delta Sigma Drive)
Unlock a realm of audio precision with the ΔΣ-Drive – a state-of-the-art system harnessing Technics’ expertise in PWM signal processing. In addition to reducing harmonics, the drive suppresses vibrations from the motor for smoother, more accurate rotation, ensuring a rich reproduction of the music.
Ready to Play by Built-in Phono Equalizer
The built-in phono equalizer allows immediate playback without an external preamp. A short internal signal path minimizes noise and preserves signal integrity, while the circuit is fully bypassed when an external phono EQ is used.
High-quality Ortofon 2M RED cartridge
Ortofon’s highly acclaimed MM cartridge has been selected for high sound fidelity and more dynamic playback. Bundling this high-quality cartridge with the performance of the SL-1500C will maximize the sound quality of your vinyl records, providing you with audiophile listening pleasure.
Pure Sound by Phono EQ Circuit, Refined via Rigorous Listening
To preserve purity, the phono EQ circuit was refined through repeated listening tests. For high-quality, low-noise sound, shielding, dedicated ± power supplies, and separate grounding reduce interference.
Two-layered Platter with Improved Damping
The platter on which a vinyl record is placed features a two-layer structure: an aluminum die-cast platter reinforced with ribs on the reverse side, and a deadening rubber layer to eliminate unwanted resonance.
Aluminum S-Shaped Tonearm
The tonearm pipe is made of lightweight, high-rigidity aluminum. The bearing section of the gimbal suspension construction tonearm consists of a machined housing and high-precision bearing to provide high initial sensitivity.
High Rigidity Cabinet
The aluminum die-cast chassis is rigidly integrated with a special material consisting of ABS mixed with glass fiber to achieve a two-layer construction. The combination of this special high-rigidity material and a metal chassis raised the rigidity and vibration-damping performance to higher levels, realizing a robust cabinet for beautiful sound reproduction.
High Damping Insulator
The insulator is comprised of a spring and rubber to provide optimal frequency characteristics. This not only assures high sound quality and superb howling resistance, but also effectively shuts out external vibrations under high sound level conditions.
Specifications:
| Power Supply | AC 120V, 60 Hz |
| Power Consumption | 8.0 W (Power ON), Approx. 0.2 W (Power OFF) |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 453 x 169 x 372 mm (17-27/32" × 6-21/32" × 14-21/32") |
| Weight | Approx. 9.9 kg (21.9 lbs) |
| Accessories | Turntable, Turntable sheet, Dust cover, EP record adaptor, Balance weight, Auxiliary weight, Head shell with cartridge, PHONO cable, PHONO earth lead, AC power supply cord x1, Owner's Manual |
| Audio Output | PHONO (Pin Jack) x1, EARTH TERMINAL x1, LINE (Pin Jack) x1 |
| Tonearm Type | Static Balance |
| Effective Length | 230 mm (9-1/16") |
