Having gone through many of these similar upgrades on my GR, I found myself questioning whether many were worth it. The stock headshell is superb and one of the lightest available, great for those mid to higher compliance carts. The KAB damper gave me mixed results. I only found it beneficial for carts whose compliance was too high for my arm, mostly vintage ones. For everything else the damper softened the sound too much, especially with my Hana SL and ML. You can spend thousands on upgrades and perhaps you will hear a tiny difference or perhaps, like me, you will have to try and convince yourself it was worth it. In the end, I returned my GR to mostly stock and sold most of the aftermarkets. The only ones I kept were a Herbies mat, damper for my high comp carts, and higher quality interconnects. I would definitely recommend spending money on a better cartridge or better phono stage before going down the rabbit hole of aftermarkets and diminishing returns.

Nicely done on the intro! The sound and video effects were cool, your best yet! Keep up the great work!

Did buy the Washi Teac Mat, fantastic on the Platter of Technics SL 1500c. Better than the Linn-Mat or a Carbon-Mat. Thanks for the good Infos.

That intro was pretty cool. Good video.

Truly enjoyed this video.

Thanks for the recommendations!

Thank you for mentioning our EPS in your video. We would like to point some things out: our EPS is the worldwide only linear PSU with internal current regulation pcb, made by us to exact design as original SMPS pcb mounted on the GAE/G/Gr. All the direct drive decks suffer if current regulation board is located far from the motor, as they need instant power by request, something you cannot achieve with a normal (and cheaper) external circuit. Original SMPS (switching) power supply is clearly audible if you use an external pre-phono (a lot worse if you use a hi-gain step up for MC carts), so we think that the first step in upgrading a near perfect gear as the GAE/G is to eradicate the noise, then you can go to improve the other parts. BTW original tonearm is a piece of art and absolutely stunning in performance, opposite to the cheap RCA cables supplied with the deck. Best, Precision Sound Lab

The only upgrade I've made to my GR is the addition of the Little Fwend tonearm lifter. Lovely little thing. No longer have to rush over at the end of every album.

KAB Electro Acoustics is a nice place to get Technics parts. I have had good service from them. Buying Technics parts directly from Panasonic Encompass parts on line has worked well for me. I like my Funk Firm mat on my sl1200mK5 Great video!

Usefull & interesting as usual!!

Great info ....Have safe and great weekend

Thanx for your time !! Very interesting clip ...Subscribed 😊

Dude, this video is badass! I wish I could afford a technics! I used to be "vinyl city 2" btw!

No Idea why it took me so long to find your channel, but excellent job! I've been drooling over the 1200G for a while now. It's rare to see that level of engineering go into a modern table of that price.

What great timing for this video to be posted. I just upgraded my headshell to the Orsonic AV-101s as recommended on a previous video. But I broke a rule and changed the headshell, leads, and cartridge at the same time! Definite improvement, but what gave the most improvement I won’t know. I still found I had some albums that didn’t sound as good as I know they should be low bass edgy highs. I played with VTA and could get one album to sound better but then the next would require tweaking. I also thought about tone arm vibrations and tried to think of low cost quick solution. I came up with putting 10 small dental rubber bands on the arm in a staggered distance; spaced far apart towards the base and bunched closer as you get to the headshell. The thought here is to break up the nodes of the vibration. Did not make any calculations for this just visually spaced. This is a-bit ugly, But, resulting sound is more important then good looks, to me!This made a significant difference in the sound it brought down the edgy highs and gave me the bass I was expecting. It may have dulled the vocals (still testing it out). Between this test and your video I’m a believer in needing to address vibrations in the turntable and the arm !! Question, before this I was thinking about the isoacoustics for my speaker. I would need the 2 sets of the Gaia II. Vs purchasing an island for the turntable. What would you recommend doing first, speakers or turntable?

Good video. I’m about to fit a Funk FX3 to mine, just waiting for an arm board. I borrowed a 1200G with FX3 first with an AT Art1000 on it, absolutely stunning. I also compared it to an SMEV and it easily beat it for way under half the price. The carbon fibre cross in the tube seems to me a game changer. I had the KAB 1000 on the standard arm and would recommend it. I also installed the Timestep power supply. The pic you showed is the old one, the new one has a switch in the front. I made recordings before and after, it does make a significant difference. I’m using a 5mm Achromat on mine. Big improvement over rubber. While I use the Gaia under my Martin Logan CLX Arts, I think they have too much damping for the turntable. Their platform or a Townshend Seismic Sink or more cheaply and just as effective, the Funk Boings. I have all three in different places in my systems! I made my own silver shielded litz interconnect, better than anything else I have tried from VDH QED or Neotech. I tried AT Art9 but its not a good match for the arm 6.5Hz resonant frequency, sounded very bright even with extreme VTA!

Awesome turntable. My dream. I have only the sl1500c,

Good video as usual. Bought a new SL1200 and quite soon it developed a play in the arm bearings and was kind of unstable in the high adjustment of the arm. So, a greate improvement was to adjust the rattling tonarm bearings and fix the tone arm base, not adjustable any more. after some fiddling with that Sl1200 i later bought a SL1000 with SME arm for 150$ (1993)

Pretty proud w/my 850.00 1981 DUAL 1264. After purchasing 'platter matter..wow & flutter went non-existent. Still works/sounds great w/the ULM Tome Arm.

great video!..nice list of upgrades to consider. About 10 years ago I bought a near-mint (basically "unused") Technics SL2-J6 Direct Drive turntable and it's been fantastic. I've been using the Grado black (eliptical) cartridge. I know there are many better (obviously) but I prefer the "classic" vinyl sound as much as possible. However, I'm thinking a Shibata tip moving coil might be my next upgrade. BTW Thanks for the suggestion on that! I don't get much inner groove distortion (unless it's a heavy metal album I'm playing) but maybe the shibata tip will track better on the "squeezed" grooves. I believe the arm is low mass so one thing I like about the Grado is that it's medium mass suits the lightweight arm well. I guess I could even go high mass next time and that would be okay. Right now I'm at 9g total weight (arm + cartridge). One question I have...the (original) Technics manual that came with the player says the "Resonance Frequency" of the player is 12hz. I believe the ideal frequency is closer to 9-12hz, so I'm already on the higher end of the (suggested) range. What type of upgrades should I be cautious of that would not push the 12hz upward? Thanks again my friend, very nice video.

Brilliant video! I tried an oelback power supply and i have to say it is amazing i could even go as far as saying it is the most important thing along with the cartridge and Wood math. Technics SL 1200 mk 4 is My favourite Model along with the gr g and 1000 ofc its the best.

Hi! Great to see you also still think this is one awesome Japanese masterful engineered machine :) My only mod I've done, is the interconnect cable. I'm even back to the original rubber mat. For most of my none audiophile records I prefer it. But the Teac Washi looks like some I should definitely try. Thanks for sharing the tip. Cheers. /Paul

I have a SL-1200 MK III, with a SME series III tonearm, this also includes the fluid damper, and wires replacement. It uses Isonoe black isolation feet,. Replaced all the lights with LED’s. Added hinges for the dust cover and last one uses a better cartridge a moving coil one from Hana the SL Series. Everything, but the cartridge was sourced from eBay. Total cost including turntable and cartridge was $2,350 USD Next step will be an external power supply, but maybe I will go with a good power cable. Fluid damper came optional first in the SME Series iii, then it was standard. This SL-1200 sounds really good, as good as my Series 20 (Pioneer) with a SME Series III and a Dynavector 20X2, I purchased this turntable back in 1980, but the cartridge I purchased it last year substituting a Dynavector 17D.

The best upgrade I performed on my SL-1200 MK2 was replacing the stock tonearm for a Jelco TK-850S. Night & day difference. Unfortunately Jelco as a company closed and stopped manufacturing due to the pandemic.

i changed the 1200g to my mt 2 mcintosh who had a humming problem,,this technics is awesome

I have a KAB rewired tonearm, using cardas litz cable inside the arm. I feel like this is one of the few places where a cable can make a difference. According to Kevin at KAB, one of the biggest weaknesses of the stock arm, was just the cabling.

I recently picked up a Technics GR head shell with the tiny screw to adjust azimuth, and I’m underwhelmed; too easy to strip, and hard to loosen it up enough to where you can adjust it on the arm without it being floppy, and then trying to tighten it once you have it right changes the setting.

The Funk Carbon component mate on my Dual 1229 is marvelous

I confess I agree with you less than a 3rd of the time but still your channel is so valuable to learn about new things, regarding mats I wanted to bury my head in the sand for buying and Achromat (around £70) to my humble belt driven set up. I actually bought it because I hated the appearance of cork so not believing at all in all the so call benefits and ok, it was not miracle but static wen down and music bass gain a lot of control, it lifted my set up. That is a funkfirm product and they make a version for the Sl1200, did you try that one? Btw thanks for the Washi tip. I do not need it now but I get the reason why it should work.

I'm surprised Technics doesn't make a newer suspended platter/ tone arm design like they had back in the 70s and early 80s. I have a Technics SL1800 mk2 that was based on the 1200 but had a full dampened suspension. You can jump up and down, or knock on the plinth and will never hear any thumps. Its a great design.

Hello from Germany and thank you for your efforts. I got the SL 1210 G in black for my second hand records and for my daughter and her lps as an entry to good analog playback. The washi mat is really good and looks very nice. Pick up is a Ortofon Concorde Club 2 and what can I say - this setup is really good - even in comparison to a legend like the the Sony PSX 9 with original cartridge.

Interesting video, as most of yours usually are. I have a GR and the only thing I really changed, aside from the el-cheapo RCA's, is the mat and the headshell. But I do use the stock headshell for one of my carts. Got the LP Gear Zupreme headshell, it's kinda heavy, but I like it I guess. I changed the mat to an old school 6mm Technics mat, it's heavier and I think it sounds better. The other stuff, I think is ridiculous. The power cable? hell no. The one Technics supplied is super thick and I get no noise. The power supply? No, they redesigned it from the old ones. That company selling them is trying too hard to justify it. The feet? I get almost ZERO feedback or vibration of any kind. The whole point of the 1200 line is that they are soooo resistant to external vibrations. I might change out the arm for fun, as it's really the only "weak link" in the package. I recently Got a Rega RB250 and all the upgrades for it that I was going to put on an older 1200, but now I might just put it on the GR.

Love it that your paying attention to the cabling , it very important, great video👍

Hi, I love sound from vinyl but I haven't and use CD. I'm very impressed with the sound of Japanese CDs UHQCD (Ultimate High Quality CD) + MQA because their sound is very similar to the sound of a vinyl record, very good vinyl record. Greetings from Poland!

Great video, as always! Even though I have an SL1210 mk2, I found this very interesting. I'm also thinking about changing the RCA cables, and eventually the power cord, although first I need to get a soldering iron (and learn how to use it). I'll be watching your video on homemade high quality cables. But I do have a question, does the height of the feet affect the level of isolation? Is it "better" to have to feet, let's say all the way up, or all the way down in order to reduce the impact of vibration? Regards from Spain!

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Top tip. Clean the contacts in the head shell with switch cleaner. It's a simple thing but I am sure you will notice the difference. Your audio chain is only as good as the weekest link.

Generally good advice on the upgrades, some of which I have done ( mat, feet, isolation platform & headshell ) to my own recently bought Technics SL1200gr. However, 2 of the upgrades ( changing the tonearm & using an external power supply) I would only consider if I wanted to use an exotic, low compliance moving coil cartridge ( like a Koetsu or Kiseki )and would prefer to upgrade the turntable to the g version rather than use an external PSU due the fact the gr internal psu is a switch mode type, which produces no noise or vibration. Also cheaper direct drive ( from Hanpin ) are far better than you have indicated. I also use a Reloop rp7000 mk2 ( tweaked similarly to my gr ) which is nearly as capable as the sl1200. Lower end direct drive turntables, nowadays, can perform very well in domestic audio systems. After all they have been designed to operate, reliably, in the very hostile environment of dance clubs. Therefore, they're far more robust, vibration resistant and less fussy to maintain than most belt drives. They can be excellent value for money alternatives to the much lauded belt drive offerings from Pro-ject, Rega, etc.

Nice Video a few items are questionable upgrade from an already almost perfect turntable at $3900. However people like to tweak and improve anything if they can. Hence Automobiles as an example. I am considering this turntable or a VPI Prime. Not sure which would provide the best sound and utility. I am thinking the Technics being it is so well engineered for plug an play.

Thank you for the review of possible upgrades. I like the Funk Firm package they put for Technics SL1200 series (absorbing feet, absorbing rug, houdini cartridge add on). But the weakness of the turntable seems to be the tonearm. The tonearm you recommend for upgrade no longer exists. In fact, it is a struggle to find a tonearm of good quality with a removable headshell. Why is that? There would be a niche market there with significant profits. Technics SL 1200 is by far the most sold turntable. Would you have any tonearm suggestions for 2022-2023?

1200MKII - for "beginner audiophile" - been using several since 1990 - not a beginner, work in professional field , nothing comes close. Use slightly modded models for professional archival service, Vinyl to digital remasters, and my stripped down ones for turntablism and DJ service/ studio work . It's the most versatile and durable turntable out there. Fremer's fancy $25,000 Turntable.. it's pretty and functional but the buyer is paying for the R&D that's why it's so expensive and there are no improvements, especially if you isolate/tweak your 1200 properly. That's another topic as well as proper use of Cartridge / Stylus combos and the basic overhaul of copper cable inside and in headshell / output. Thanks for the video about upgrading the modern 1200 series.

Thanks for this video, I think it's the best so far and I like the intro! I have the GR to which I have added some upgrades, in particular the perfect interface from Stein music. I found that it was even better by keeping the original mat underneath, the sound seems warmer to me. Other upgrade, the Delos from isoacoustics is not bad too!

Thanks for the tips, especially the tone arm assist block for buffering the tone arm, what a great idea and I'd never heard of that material for a turntable mat, will try the Washi mat for sure. Currently I use a cork mat on my old Technics SL1700 turntable and it made a vast difference over felt(the biggest impact being you don't get fibers coming off onto your vinyl records.) I'm thinking of upgrading to the SL1200 GR model(the G model looks amazing but it's $7000 versus $2750 and is there really that much of a difference for that extra $4250?? Fellow Audiophiles, please let me know what it gives you thmat the standard already high quality model doesn't. It's already a step above the SL1210 MK 7(which is more of a DJ specific model and features options which to be honest just looked like they would add more noise than anything else for the audiophile) and 2 steps above the entry level SL1500C model, so I'm leaning towards it. It represents great value without going into the too much money or dare I say it 'rich and shameless' category but hey if it gets the sound improvements that give you joy, then it's worth it right? I'd also argue that unless your going to get a very expensive phono pre-amp, is the SL1200 G really going to be worth it? Please do enlighten me fellow fans, as there has to be some amazing benefits to be had for that extra money. (You can almost purchase three SL1200GR turntables for the cost of the G model.)

I have the GR version and noticed that the rubber mat is about half as thin as the old technics 1200 mats. I went on eBay and bought an original (thicker) technics rubber mat. I actually like their rubber mats. 🤷🏻‍♂️

Once you heard the all new Mcintosh MCD-12000 Tube CD Player with DAC your never want to go back to Vinyl again at any price ! 😇Audio Heaven..as close as Analog as it gets 😉

I just bought SL1200GR and am planning to join ANALOG group, thank you for your suggestion.

I have the same TT in black 1210G.I'm using MNPCTEC height adjustment feet in silver with sorbothane isolation. There one lb a peice. I love the way thet look. Alsoim considering using a Ikea chopping board for a plinth.

I'm using a amethyst rock mated liège at the corner of the tonearm. I like the idea.

IMHO if you buy a turntable (any turntable) then spend a fortune on upgrades or improvements, then you've bought the wrong turntable in the first place.

Hi thanks for another great video, I have an 1210GAE, with the Nagaoka JT-1210 cartridge, and I love it! This cartridge that was specifically tuned by a joint team of engineers from Technics and Nagaoka. Have you had the oportunity to listen to it, what do you think about it?

Have just ordered an open box deal 1210 GR and my intention is to fit my Jelco arm and Kuetso Red cartridge I also have a Colloro mat .

I like the way the 1500C looks but not the other models. Since HS in the late 70’s always have had a great aversion to disco. A 1500C with a funk firm black mat that looks stock and locking interconnects with isonoe feet and I think I have all the turntable I need…and I love it’s build and looks which is a big deal for me. I have it and my system on a 1951 brick and mortar fireplace hearth… no more wood fires but it makes for a robust support. We have a gas fireplace in the main living room that can heat much of the house. Great channel and regards from Bakersfield!

It's the Professor, where's Tokyo ? Great upload.

very good video again. thx. from todays point, would you still spend 4k on this model, or perhaps buy a different turntable? do you have no platter wobble at all?

Great vid. I’d like to add that KAB makes a very nice external PSU for around $250 USD, and as far as feet go, Isonoe also makes some great ones. As for mats, I personally like the Herbies or Funk Firm Achromat, which they make specifically for all the 1200 models. Thanks again for the excellent vid!

Just upgraded my 1200GR to a1200G... Guess it's a good upgrade😃 Also waiting for my KAB TD1000 I initially ordered for my GR which will now be my first upgrade for the G...

What power cable would you recommend? I have the GR and I don't have a large budget to spend on the cable. Would rather save up to get the 1200G. Thanks for you advice. Terry

Thanks! Another great video! I’ll put on my list to change my Technics SL-3350 RCA cables they look very old school. And may get the fiber mat you suggested too. Just put ArmorAll on the old “rubber” one, looks great now! From your past Video: I already got the Nagaoka sleeves, ZERODUST stylus tip cleaner and should get the AudioQuest brush today😀🙏. I found a “great” thing! From Amazon HD Music when you choose your DAC there is an “Exclusive Mode” option. Seems it prevents noise from other apps etc... For a budget method, I will record directly from Amazon HD - Mac 🖥 - Modi - Nakamichi BX-300 without something like Audirvana and see if it is ok. Any thoughts? Also something funny I just got new old stock Mandarin Chinese language CASSETTE TAPES! HA HA! Thanks Again!🙏

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Nothing new here; I had an original SL120 with an SME 3009 series ii detachable head shell complete with the original FD200 fluid damper and an ADC magnesium head shell. I used various cartridges; ADC XLM, Stanton 681EEE, Shure V15. Ortofon M20 FL. This was before moving coil cartridges became popular. This was over 40 years ago, what goes around comes around?

Thank you for this video. I just ordered a new SL1210-GR not the top of the line like yours but is still a very good TT. I am going to do some of the upgrades you mentioned like good RCA output cables, better power cord for sure as a start. However I need to consider cartridges and phono Pre-s do you you have a video on these? Or recommendations. I was considering either a Whest Two.2 or a Sutherland 20/20 per phono stage and a Hana ML cartridge. Thoughts?

Would you know the thread size of the Isoacoustics Gaia 3 feet suitable for the SL1200 GR ?

@Dave M. Well, I do. Because cleaning is an essential part of owning and caring for your records. And if you use the right fluid(s), you’ll get an anti static result as a side effect. A very favourable effect as a matter of fact. True, these machines will set you back some money but like I said, they are essential. Not only for records from the thrift store but also for brand new ones. You can make your own mixture to cut back costs, that’s what I do. Anyway, that’s what my experiences are, suit yourself, it’s not my records or equipment. Bye! Willem.

Great video. FYI - it’s RESonance as opposed to resONance :)

So it’s a great turntable for $4000 as long as you replace the tonearm, head shell, plinth, feet, power supply, mat, and cables. Oh, and add a dampening kit.

Actually, you are wrong on direct drive with the flywheel affect and servo of the 1100A on a test using Brüel & Kjær back in 1975 was vastly superior to the Linn LP-12 in every analog test as mine had a rumble of ..025 and weighted of -78 and unweighted of -59db. We did this at a Linn Dealer that though they would show the world it was wrong. The flywheel affect along with 3 dimensional balancing of the table itself proved in EVERY case from the SL 1350 to the SP10, they were all superior. Physics is left to those who understand it. By the end of the run of the SP-10mkIII it is actually better than the current reference system and had arm combinations that were beyond anything one can get today except perhaps Graham Engineering. The arm that was by far the best other than the SP-10 arms of later models (for god sake they had titanium nitride and boron arms with silver wiring and ruby bearings), were the SME 3009 II and III with no removable head shell and also was wired with silver wire. The tracking of the older cartridges of either MC or MM actually exceeds most every cartridge today. The older Ortofons were capable of tracking at 90-95 and frequency response that was not seen again for 20-30 years. The fools that took the platter off do not understand physics as the motor was absolutely dead on perfect and was used by cutter systems in every master since the early 70s and are still in demand.

Hi, very interesting video. I have the Technics sl1200GR. Which model of feet do you prefer the gaia iii or the funk firm? the wooden plinth with these feet is necessary? Thank you very much and sorry for my bad english. Regards. Pd: what do you think about the Isonoe isolation feet? Thanks again!

Fuse is another area that can be looked into, the older technics have 2 fuses embedded 1A, 250mA, I did not believe until I tried changing them out myself. Yes it does make a difference, I wouldn't say a world of difference but there is a difference. I had good experiences with Bussman GDC out of the few brands that I have tried out... YMMV , Thanks for your video!

Hi, i have a new Technics 1200 GR and i`ve been looking at changing the feet and after watching this video i`m gonna take your advice and get 2 sets of Gaia 3 for both the turntable and the thick plywood base i sit the turntable on. The only other tweak i`m gonna currently make to my 1200 GR is get a clear acrylic dust cover custom made to fit completely over the whole turntable. This obviously won`t influence the sound quality but it will keep my beautiful turntable minty fresh. Eventually i`m gonna upgrade and add a GR or GAE into my setup. Thanks for your great advice and excellent channel , it`s very much appreciated.

Personally I would change the arm as I did on my 12:10 if I wanted a serious upgrade. But I do not have this turntable but I want one whether I will change the arm after listening to it I will see.

Regarding arms ; SME have stopped supplying arms on their own (you can only get them on SME turntables), Another alternative arm choice used to be the Jelco Arms however Jelco closed their business in early May 2020 so choices are really quite limited. Timestep do have a list of options on their website for SL upgrades that may be food for thought. I have the ISONOE feet, Oyaide mat and the PSU upgrade. However I really wanted the tonearm upgrade...still waiting for the right moment. Oh and a good Phono preamp also helps.... (apologies if any of this has already been covered)

I have the TEAC washi with a technics sl1600 . Is it okay to use on top of original mat? My tt does not have vta adjustments

I wish a Continuum Caliburn was $25K! With the stand, it was more like $120k. Interesting that you posted this one day after Technics announced the new SL-1210 GAE.

Hi, great video. I need some advice: I'm about to get a 1200G, I already have a Koetsu Balck, which headshell do you recommend?

Very nice video.. as in one of your shows you said good things about clearaudio concept.. after hearing that, I have clearaudio concept with satisfy tonearm, will you be able to suggest some upgrades.. as I understand from this video power supply and feet will apply same as your technics..thank you !!

Can this aslo work for a tech 12 from the early 90's??? I HAVE two of them and they are in perfect condition

Hello again! What phono pre do you use now? Again, what headphone amplifier do you use? Thx!

I am considering to buy the TEAC mat, but my main concern is the thinness. Can I use it directly over the platter and being able to adjust the VTA or should I use it over another mat (cork, felt, rubber,...)?

Little off topic but...If I was going to replace the GRs footers with gaia 3s...then put the table on a wood isolation platform(plinth)...what should go under the platform? Couple or decouple the platform to rack shelf(spikes/cones) or sorbathane)

I am waiting for you to get and upgrade a Thorens TD 160 ( MK 1)

Where did You get the Counterweight from?. Every picture I have seen of this TT has the Normal one fitted.

Re so nance / resonance good video.

Hi i have a 1200 mk 2 since 1989, just used for listening and serviced twice, and it’s still amazing. Just out of curiosity, are you italian? Best regards from Italy anyway, love your vids. Giova

i watched the video on the go and i might have overheard it but i couldn't find anything in the notes. what kind of headshell are you using? manufacturer, model, etc? regards!

The Caliburn Continuum was $65,000 and the recommended stand that the 160 pound turn table sits on was $25,000.

I’m tempted to pull the trigger on a sl1210 GAE 55th anniversary model. With precision sound labs psu, and many other mods. Trying to sell my mk3d which is tricked out with everything

Question, do technics build the new pioneer PLX-1000 turntable for Pioneer, cause man do it look like the technics turntable

Technics have just released the 1200 GR2 which tackles your first upgrade, they put a power supply from their flagship hi-fi system AND ontop of that it has Noise Cancelling apparently???

How are you getting your VTA set with such a thin mat? I have a Funkfirm mat on my 1200g and I’m all the way down and I’m still not perfectly parallel. Great video!

What’s your opinion on the The GrooveMaster II Tonearm as an upgrade for the SL1200GR. It’s price is about the same as the 1200GR.

Hallo Guido and everybody, i have a question about the Thecnics SL-1200 GAE. As you know there is also the black limited edition for 55 anniversary (GAENA). Do you think is only a marketing strategy or the black one will have more value in the future? I think that the Real iconic is the silver one, and you? I would like to know your opinion as a technics owner and fan. Thank you very much.

Will rounded housed power cables fit the technics? I saw you recommended one in another video, but wasn't sure if that would fit the turntable since they plug is at the bottom. or what would you recommend that's not too expensive. Need at least 3 meters or more..

I put my in top of a pillow... It Works ... The only problem looks TAKY. Also I put news feet under the subwoofer ; You don’t feel it , but I hear the base .

My 1600mk2 has platter suspension & platter rubber coating. Love automatic since have a hand problem

The mat that is advised here doesn't seem to have an indentation (lower part) at the center where the label of the LP resides. So the LP more or less floats in an instable manner above the mat, only making contact with the mat via the label. How can that be a good thing?! I use the Funk Firm Achromat which has such an indentation for the label; I like the relaxation of the sound it provides (Turntable VPI Scoutmaster Signature).

What do you think about the Pioneer PL 630?

I like that slip mat design. I always a slip mat with that design on it.

Sir, you have a nice Technics turntable.

Hi everyone. Great video, thank you. Here in Vietnam we can find a lot of vintage amps/ receivers. I recently tried a very good Sansui 9090 DB connected to a pair of Pioneer HPM 100. Great sound! As all these equipments are from the mid 70’ , I would like to know if all these improvements, particularly for power supply and RCA cables in this case, are really making a difference. I would like to make sure before selling my car 😂. Thank you!

Many years ago I learned that a turntable is actualy a musical instrument and needs to be properly tuned. Each table must be tuned differently over time by adding and taking away different tweaks..