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Collector Grade: Technics SL-1200MK2 (Black) Quartz Direct Drive - $1,500 (berkeley)
condition:
like new
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Offered for the discerning collector and audiophile, this is an exceptional Technics SL-1200MK2 in the desirable, less-common Black (Noir) finish.
Widely regarded as the gold standard of direct-drive turntables, finding an MK2 in this cosmetic condition—complete with its matching original factory serial-numbered box and complete packaging inserts—is becoming increasingly rare. This is a true collector's piece
representing the pinnacle of Japanese audio manufacturing.
Collector Highlights & Provenance
Factory Original Packaging: Includes the original vintage retail box with authentic graphics, warning labels, and internal corrugated cardboard protection inserts.
Finish Variant: The sought-after matte black finish, prized by home audiophiles and collectors alike for its understated, sophisticated aesthetic.
Immaculate Preservation: Maintained in collector-grade condition with crisp faceplate lettering, clean strobe markings, and a pristine platter.
Heritage Build: Manufactured by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. in Japan during the golden era of Hi-Fi engineering.
Specifications & Features
Drive: High-torque Quartz Direct Drive system for instant start-up and dead-accurate speed stability.
Speeds: 33 1/3 and 45 RPM electronic switching.
Pitch Control: Precise \pm 8\% pitch slider with center detent and quartz lock.
Tonearm: Universal S-shaped tonearm assembly featuring gimbal suspension and calibrated anti-skate.
Included Accessories
Original matching factory box
Original clear hinged dust cover
Factory rubber platter mat and secondary slipmat
Original power and audio interconnect cables