Technics SL-1500CS Direct Drive Turntable - Metallic Grey

Superior precision. In Metallic Grey

ΔΣ-Drive (Delta Sigma Drive) - Rotation precision is taken to an even higher level with ΔΣ-Drive, a digital control technology developed for our Grand Class, which eliminates even the smallest disturbances in the motor signal.

SL-1500CS Turntable, ΔΣ (Delta Sigma Drive)

New colour: Metallic Grey - Technics introduces Metallic Grey for the first time, a colour inspired by the advanced ΔΣ-Drive technology and designed to express a modern and forward-thinking identity.

Technics sound ready to listen to - So you can enjoy Technics sound straight away, the acclaimed built-in phono equalizer and Ortofon 2M Red cartridge are included as standard.

Precise Rotation with Analog and Digital Control

Coreless Direct-Drive Motor for Stable Rotation - For decades, Technics' direct-drive system has ensured precise, maintenance-free rotation. This mechanism, which directly rotates the platter with robust torque, has evolved to deliver even greater precision with an iron-coreless motor that eliminates cogging.

ΔΣ-Drive (Delta Sigma Drive) - Discover a higher level of audio precision with ΔΣ-Drive, a cutting-edge system that leverages Technics' expertise in PWM signal processing. In addition to reducing harmonic frequencies, the drive system eliminates motor vibrations for smoother, more precise rotation, ensuring unparalleled music reproduction.

Unmistakable Technics signature sound

Ready to play with the built-in phono equalizer - The built-in phono equalizer allows immediate playback without an external preamplifier. A short internal signal path minimizes noise and preserves signal integrity, while the circuitry is completely bypassed when using an external phono equalizer.

High-quality Ortofon 2M RED cartridge - Ortofon's acclaimed MM cartridge has been selected to ensure high sound fidelity and more dynamic reproduction. The combination of this high-quality cartridge with the performance of the SL-1500C will maximize the sound quality of your vinyl records, giving you a pleasant listening experience.

Pure sound thanks to the phono equalizer circuit, perfected through rigorous listening

To preserve purity, the phono equalizer circuit has been refined through repeated listening tests. For high-quality, low-noise sound, shielding, dedicated ± power supplies, and separate grounding reduce interference.

Precision Engineering

2-Layer Platter with Improved Damping - The platter on which the vinyl is placed has a two-layer structure: a die-cast aluminum platter reinforced with ribs on the back side and a rubber layer to eliminate unwanted resonances.

Aluminum S-Shaped Tonearm - The tonearm tube is made of lightweight, high-rigidity aluminum. The gimbaled tonearm bearing section consists of a machined housing and a high-precision bearing to ensure high sensitivity to initial movement.

High-Rigidity Cabinet - The die-cast aluminum chassis is rigidly integrated with a special composite material composed of resin and glass fiber to achieve a two-layer structure. The combination of this special high-rigidity material and a metal chassis has brought rigidity and vibration damping performance to new levels, creating a robust cabinet for beautiful sound reproduction.

High-Damping Insulation - The insulation is composed of a spring and rubber to ensure optimal frequency characteristics. This not only ensures high sound quality and excellent, noise-free reproduction, but also effectively excludes external vibrations under high sound levels.

Automatic Tonearm - When the tonearm reaches the end of the record, the Auto Lifter function automatically lifts the cartridge. This prevents unnecessary wear and tear on the precious vinyl and stylus.

By incorporating the Auto Lifter function into the tonearm base, direct impacts to the tonearm are eliminated. Thanks to a simple design that does not use motor power, the functions required for record playback have been reduced to a minimum, achieving simple operation.

Cushioning Materials and Cardboard Packaging

Cushioning materials and cardboard packaging have been adopted for the SL-1500CS turntable. Corrugated cardboard has been used for the padding instead of styrene foam, reducing the amount of plastic used by over 70% compared to the SL-1200 turntable.

SPECIFICATIONS

Turntable Section

Drive Method Direct Drive

Motor Brushless DC Motor

Turntable Speeds 33-1/3, 45 and 78* rpm

*Turntable speed will be 78.26 rpm when set to 78 rpm.

Starting Torque 0.18 Nm (1.8 kgf・cm)

Starting Characteristics 0.7 seconds from standstill to 33 - 1/3 rpm

Brake System Brake electronic

Oscillation and vibration 0.025% WRMS

Turntable platter

Die-cast aluminum

Diameter: 332 mm

Weight: Approx. 2.0 kg (including turntable mat)

Tonearm section

Type Static balance

Effective length 230 mm

Overhang 15 mm

Tracking error angle Within 2° 32' (at the outer groove of a 30 cm record) / Within 0° 32' (at the inner groove of a 30 cm record)

Offset angle 22°

Tonearm height adjustment range 0 - 6mm

Stylus pressure adjustment range 0 - 4g (direct reading)

Headshell weight Approx. 7.6g

Applicable headshell 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)

Headshell holder size Range 12.7mm (1/2")

Headshell connection terminal 4-pin terminal lug φ1.2mn

Terminals

Output Audio PHONO (Pin Jack) x 1 / EARTH TERMINAL x 1 / LINE (Pin Jack) x 1

General Features

Power Requirement AC 110-240 V, 50/60 Hz

Power Consumption For U.K. 8.0 W (ON) Approx. 0.2 W (OFF)

For Other Areas 8.0 W (ON) Approx. 0.2 W (OFF)

Dimensions (W x H x D) 453 x 169 x 372 mm

Weight Approx. 9.9 kg

Operating Temperature Range 0 ℃ to +40 ℃

Operating Humidity Range RH 35% to 80% (non-condensing)

Accessories:

Turntable, Platter Mat, Dust Cover, EP Record Adapter, Counterweight, Auxiliary Weight, Headshell with Headshell, PHONO Cable, PHONO Earth Lead, AC Power Cord (for UK) x1, AC Power Cord (for Continental Europe) x1, Owner's Manual

Dimensions & Weight

Height 169mm

Width 453mm

Depth 372mm

Weight 9.9kg