A complete direct drive turntable system, the SL-1500C 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.

The SL-1500C inherits Technic’s 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-1500C also comes equipped with a high-quality Ortofon 2M Red phono cartridge. The SL-1500C 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
    Complete Turntable with a Built-in Phono Equalizer and Cartridge
    Equipped with an Auto Lifter Function That Allows You to Enjoy Playing Records More Comfortably
    Simple Design with Functional Beauty

SPECIFICATIONS

General
 
Power Supply
AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power Consumption
8 W, Approx. 0.2W (Standby)
Dimensions (W x H x D)
453 x 169 x 372 mm (17-27/32 × 6-21/32 × 14-21/32 inch)
Weight
Approx. 9.9 kg (Approx. 21.2 lbs)
Accessories
Turntable, Turntable sheet, Dust cover, EP record adaptor, Balance weight, Auxiliary weight, Head shell, Cartridge(ortofon 2M Red), PHONO cable, PHONO earth lead, AC power supply cord, Owner's Manual
Terminals
 
Audio Output
PHONO (Pin Jack) x 1 EARTH TERMINAL x 1 LINE (Pin Jack) x 1

Tonearm Section
 
Type
Universal Static Balance
Effective Length
230 mm (9-1/16")
Overhang
15 mm (19/32")
Tracking Error Angle
Within 2° 32'　(at the outer groove of 30 cm (12") record), Within 0° 32'　(at the inner groove of 30 cm (12") record)
Applicable Cartridge Weight Range
(without auxiliary weight) 5.6 - 12.0 g 14.3 - 20.7 g (including head shell) (with auxiliary weight) 10.0 - 16.4 g 18.7 - 25.1 g (including head shell)
Head Shell Terminal Lug
1.2 mmφ 4-pin terminal lug

Turntable Section
 
Type
Direct Drive Manual Turntable
Turntable Speeds
33-1/3, 45 and 78 r/min
Starting Torque
0.18 N・m / 1.8 kg・cm (1.56 lbs-in)
Build-up Characteristics
0.7 s. from standstill to 33 1/3 rpm
Wow And Flutter
0.025 % W.R.M.S.
Turntable Platter
Aluminium diecast Diameter : 332 mm (13-5/64 inch) Weight : Approx. 2.0 kg (4.5 lbs) (Including Turntable Sheet)