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Key Features
The Technics SL-1500CS is a direct drive turntable system designed for precise, stable vinyl playback with minimal maintenance. Building on the legacy of the SL-1500C, it introduces advanced Delta Sigma-Drive digital motor control to reduce rotational irregularities and suppress motor vibration. A coreless direct drive motor ensures consistent speed accuracy, while the two-layer aluminium platter with integrated damping helps minimise unwanted resonance for cleaner sound reproduction.
Designed for ease of use without compromising performance, the SL-1500CS features a built-in phono stage and comes supplied with a pre-installed Ortofon 2M Red cartridge for plug-and-play operation. The aluminium S-shaped tonearm uses a high-precision gimbal bearing for accurate tracking, while the auto-lift function raises the tonearm at the end of a record to reduce stylus wear. A high-rigidity chassis with vibration-damping construction further enhances playback stability, making it suitable for both Hi-Fi systems and dedicated vinyl setups.
Product Ref: 369416
| Product Type | Turntable |
|---|---|
| Drive Method | Direct Drive |
| Motor Type | Brushless DC Motor (Coreless) |
| Speed Options | 33, 45, 78 rpm |
| Starting Torque | 0.18 N·m |
| Start-Up Time | 0.7 Seconds (To 33rpm) |
| Braking System | Electronic Brake |
| Wow & Flutter | 0.025% WRMS |
| Platter Material | Aluminium Die-Cast With Damping Layer |
| Platter Diameter | 332 mm |
| Platter Weight | Approx. 2.0 kg (Including Mat) |
| Tonearm Type | Static Balance, S-Shaped Tonearm |
| Effective Length | 230 mm |
| Overhang | 15 mm |
| Offset Angle | 22° |
| Tracking Error Angle | Outer Groove: Within 2°32′Inner Groove: Within 0°32′ |
| Height Adjustment Range | 0 – 6 mm |
| Tracking Force Adjustment | 0 – 4 g |
| Headshell Weight | Approx. 7.6 g |
| Cartridge Compatibility | 5.6 – 12.0 g (Without Auxiliary Weight)10.0 – 16.4 g (With Auxiliary Weight) |
| Mounting Standard | ½ Inch Mount |
| Cartridge Model | Ortofon 2M Red |
| Cartridge Type | Moving Magnet (MM) |
| Audio Outputs | PHONO (RCA) ×1LINE (RCA) ×1Ground Terminal |
| Built-In Phono Stage | Yes (Bypassable) |
| Power Supply | AC 110 – 240 V, 50/60 Hz |
| Power Consumption | 8.0 W (On)0.2 W (Standby) |
| Operating Temperature Range | 0°C – +40°C |
| Operating Humidity Range | 35% – 80% RH (No Condensation) |
| Construction Features | Coreless Direct Drive Motor (Cogging-Free)Delta-Sigma-Drive (Delta Sigma Drive) Motor ControlBuilt-In Phono EqualiserAuto Tonearm Lifter2-Layer Vibration-Damped PlatterHigh-Rigidity Chassis (Aluminium + Reinforced ABS)High-Damping Insulators |
| Included Accessories | Headshell With Cartridge (Ortofon 2M Red)Dust CoverTurntable MatEP AdapterBalance WeightAuxiliary WeightPHONO CableEarth LeadAC Mains Cables (UK & EU)User Manual |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | 453 × 169 × 372 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 9.9 kg |
| Product Code | |
| EAN |