Technics SL-1210GME Grand Class Master Edition Direct Drive Turntable
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Meet the Master GME.
Black Grand Class Master Edition Direct Drive Turntable from Technics
The SL-1210G Master Edition is born from a decade of Technics’ expertise, featuring a special gold design that defines the pinnacle of SL-1210 series excellence.
This, the final version of the beloved SL-1210G series, has been transformed into a Master Edition, incorporating a decade of Technics’ expertise.
This limited version represents the pinnacle of the SL-1200 series, featuring a special gold design and available worldwide in silver (1,200 units) and black (1,210 units)—each a standout in the SL-1200 legacy.
Master Edition Design
Gold Logo & Serial Number Plate
Features a gold-painted embossed logo and a serial number plate indicating this limited edition model.
Gold Tonearm
Equipped with a magnesium tonearm finished in gold paint.
Silver or Black?
Available in your choice of Silver model, being the SL-1200GME, or the black model, which is SL-1210GME
State-of-the-art Drive Technology Onboard
Coreless Direct Drive Motor Achieving Stable Rotation
The SL-1200GME/1210GME features a coreless direct-drive motor that eliminates cogging for smooth rotation. Its twin-rotor construction maintains high torque while reducing bearing load and minute vibrations. The coil mounting base uses the same reinforcement pattern as the Reference Class SL-1000R/SP-10R for enhanced rigidity.
Upgraded ΔΣ-Drive (Delta Sigma Drive)
Unlock a realm of audio precision with the ΔΣ-Drive – a state-of-the-art system that harnesses Technics’ expertise in PWM signal processing. The SL-1200GME/1210GME increases the PWM carrier frequency from about 2 kHz to more than 20 kHz, which lowers audible noise and further reduces micro-vibrations.
Vibration Resistance Design
Three-layered Turntable Platter
The turntable has a three-layered construction with a rigidly combined brass and aluminium die-cast platter. The device features a deadening rubber covering its entire rear surface, which eliminates unnecessary resonance and achieves high rigidity and vibration damping. The new turntable design delivers smooth rotational stability and inertial mass surpassing the SP-10MK2, the direct-drive turntable standard used by broadcast stations worldwide, as well as having more than twice the inertial mass of the SL-1200MK5.
High-level Balance Adjustment
When the weight distribution of the turntable is uneven, excess vibration or noise occurs during rotation, which causes degradation in sound quality. Therefore, the balance of the turntable is adjusted at the factory using specialised, high-precision balance adjustment equipment for each and every item after the turntable is assembled. Turntables that have undergone adjustment are labelled with a sticker that reads "BALANCED" to indicate that the adjustment has been done.
Four-layered Cabinet Construction
A hairline-processed, 10-mm-thick top panel of immaculate aluminium has been added to the previous three-layered construction of aluminium die-cast, BMC, and heavyweight-class rubber on the SL-1200MK5. This four-layered construction combines high rigidity with a high-quality finish and feel.
Insulator
A newly developed zinc insulator uses αGEL™ gelatinous material, which provides excellent shock absorption, high vibration damping, and minimises feedback.
Tonearm
The tonearm uses lightweight magnesium with cold drawing for high precision. High initial-motion sensitivity is achieved through Technics’ gimbal suspension construction and high-precision bearings.
Circuit Board Layout (Signal flow: 1 > 2 > 3)
Low-Noise Switching Circuit
A high-speed switching power supply over 100kHz ensures stable output, low ripple, and reduced vibration.
Current injection Active Noise Cancelling
Combined noise detection and error amp technology cancels residual noise using inverse current, outperforming regulators.
Upgraded ΔΣ-Drive (Delta Sigma Drive)
ΔΣ-Drive boosts PWM from 2kHz to 20kHz+, cutting noise and micro-vibrations for precise audio playback.
Pursuing the Ideal Circuit Layout
To improve board rigidity and layout, a four-layer PCB separates power and ground lines for motor, digital, and LED circuits.
Multi-Stage Silent Power Supply
The SL-1210GME features the Multi-Stage Silent Power Supply, integrating a low-noise switching circuit and a noise-cancelling circuit.
Eco-friendly Cushioning/Packaging Materials
The SL-1210GME adopts eco-friendly packaging materials to help curtail marine plastics and other environmental problems. The cushioning has been changed from styrene foam to corrugated cardboard, reducing the amount of plastic used by around 70% compared to existing product packaging. Technics has also taken steps to improve convenience by combining accessories into one box while maintaining the strength of the cushioning to protect against the product’s heavy weight.
Product Features
- A new twin-rotor coreless direct-drive motor achieving stable rotation
- ΔΣ-Drive suppresses vibrations from the motor for smoother, more accurate rotation
- Anti-vibration structure with a three-layer platter and a four-layer cabinet construction
- High-damping silicon insulators using αGEL™
- Magnesium tonearm achieving high Initial motion sensitivity
- A low-noise, low-voltage power circuit and a switching power supply
Technical Specifications
Drive Method
Direct Drive
Motor
Brushless DC motor
Turntable Speeds
33-1/3, 45 and 78* rpm
* The turntable speed will be 78.26 rpm when set to 78 rpm.
Starting Torque
0.32 N・m (3.3 kgf・cm) Build-up Characteristics
0.7s from standstill to 33-1/3 rpm
Braking system
Electronic brake
Wow and Flutter
0.025% W.R.M.S.
Turntable Platter
Brass and aluminium die-cast combined
Diameter: 332 mm
Weight: Approx. 3.6kg (Including a rubber sheet)
Tonearm Section
Type
Static Balance
Effective Length
230mm
Overhang
15mm
Tracking Error Angle
Within 2° 32' (at the outer groove of a 30 cm (12") record)
Within 0° 32' (at the inner groove of a 30 cm (12") record)
Offset Angle
22°
Arm Height Adjustment Range
0 - 6mm
Stylus Pressure Adjustment Range
0 - 4g (Direct Reading)
Headshell weight
Approx. 7.6g
Applicable Cartridge Weight Range
(without auxiliary weight)
5.6 - 12.0g
14.3 - 20.7g (including headshell)
(with small auxiliary weight)
10.0 - 16.4g
18.7 - 25.1g (including headshell)
(with big auxiliary weight)
14.3 - 19.8g
23.0 - 28.5g (including headshell)
Cartridge Mounting Dimension
12.7 mm (1/2") interval
Head Shell Terminal Lug
1.2mmφ 4-pin terminal lug
Terminals
Audio Output
PHONO (Pin Jack) x 1
EARTH TERMINAL x 1
General
Power Supply
AC220-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption
11W (ON)
0.3 W (OFF)
Dimensions (W x H x D)
453 x 173 x 372 mm
Weight
Approx. 18.0kg
Operating temperature range
0℃ to +40℃
Operating humidity range
35% to 80% RH (no condensation)
Whats in the box?
- SL-1210GME Turntable
- Turntable sheet
- Dust cover
- EP record adaptor
- Balance weight
- Auxiliary weight
- Head shell
- Overhang gauge
- Screw set for cartridge
- Cartridge spacer
- PHONO cable
- PHONO earth lead
- AC power supply cord
- Screw set for turntable
- Owner's Manual
*This information has been obtained from the manufacturer's website. We advise that features and specifications may change without notice.
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