My good friend just got a set of these last week. We both have used every technics model since the mid-nineties. I have to admit these felt like a clone or something, I couldn't tell my buddy that I wouldn't even think about changing from my fully customized M3D's. Oh well, hope that people do get that great feeling of opening their first box and owning a 1200, it was an important part of my life as well.

Getting my mk2’s in 97 was a special moment. I have a set of mk5s now which I’ll never change from. Technics have gone off in a strange direction and the mk7 doesn’t look like a technics, time they rebooted the mk2 without the dip.

Had mine for a year now absolutely no problems Techs will always be king 👑 💯

Happy to hear fully comprehensive review after using them fully, even to go as far as testing the isolation, it's the sort of information proper dj's need to know. Respect.

I currently own a mk2, mk5, and mk7. The mk7 by far has the best pitch control out of all the models I have ever owned. I have the mk7 sitting on a custom table between some Klipsch Cornwall III’s, which I get some high volume with great bass response; I have not had any issues with feedback.

This has been quite an informative review. It's probably helped many people who weren't sure about purchasing these turntables or not. Considering that many DJs (since this is a turntable aimed at DJs) nowadays use DVS, the idea of a digital pitch is not that crazy, after all. For those DJs who play records and love the feeling of an analog pitch, a great option could be, in my opinion, a pair of second hand 1200s, or the new turntable from Audio Technica (AT-LP140XP) which they claim to be fully analogue, however I haven't found much information about its reliability and how it actually performs. The test made putting the MK7 on a Subwoofer suggests that if someone is looking to bring the turntables at gigs, there are better options, however, as Mojaxx said, if you don't plan to bring the decks out, you shouldn't be worrying about it. Personally, if I had to spend 2000 US for a pair of brand new Technics, I would keep them safe at home for my own use. Now this is just a personal consideration, but as I have owned 1200s in the past, my biggest concern is the durability of these new turntables, if compared to the old ones, and it's going to take a long time before anyone can talk about it. I mean, nowadays most the products we use have a lifespan; phones, computers, no matter how well you take care of them, after a few years magically start to malfunction, so you are forced to upgrade, and this is one way big corporations make money. In conclusion, if I had to spend 1000 US (which is still a good amount of money) for a turntable, I would seriously consider adding 400 US more and go for the GR. (I don't care if the turntable is made in Malaysia rather than in Japan, if it were only to reduce the labor costs, but if cheaper materials are used, this will inevitably result in less quality). I do miss the years when you could get a 1200 for 400 US, but times change (not always for the best) and prices change accordingly; meals don't cost the same, clothes don't cost the same and so on; DJ Equipment has always been expensive, and a pair of flagship CDJs is not going to cost much less than a pair of 1200. Peace ;-)

I just pulled the trigger on the SL1200M7L’s in red. I have mk2’s. I’ve had 6 pairs in my time and I’ve never owned new ones. They will never leave the house and honestly if they can’t handle the vibration of a pair of Rokit 5’s then I still don’t care. I cannot wait to unbox these.

I got 3 pairs of the original 1200’s bought 20 years ago brand new. Only 1 pair has been used since. They still feel new and never let me down! 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻

I used a Pioneer PLX1000 and a SL1200 Mk3 for hifi use. Even with Isonoe feet on my 1200, it skips much easier when walking on the floor vs the Pioneer. Not a big deal for home use but I'm impressed with the isolation from the PLX. However, the Technics, even when 20 years older, has much better wow and flutter vs the Pioneer. The SL1200 is still my favourite hifi turntable too.

This its a nice review of the Technics SL-1200MK7. I like how you target everything that a turntable's knowledge to put your opinion's on what you like about it and what you don't like about it. This was a great review and I will look into more on turntables on the market when I 1st get my turntables I just want to make sure what fits my needs and what I enjoy using on even at home or at gig. Keep up the work Mojaxx.

Ah yes I remember getting my 1st set of 1210s. I ordered 1210 mk5s but one of them was a 1200 and I was like wtf.. The salesman was like but its still the same deck, and I was like I have many pairs of Nike air max trainers, but when I wear em I wear the same colour shoe... Lol. Great review as always! 👍

Hey, that Realistic mixer in the background was my first mixer. Dont know if it was there in other videos but I had so much fun with that mixer. All that I could afford when I started out but I rocked some mad mixes tapes with that and 1 turntable with pitch control and a portable CD player.

Nice review. The two points you have concerns about may be addressable. 1 Total Mass: There are two methods for this, one better than the other. First is to place the TT on a massive slab. I use a granite block. This helps a little (very little tbh) with floor-borne vibration. Second is to open op the unit and lay down dynamat on any spare surface. I have not done this with a Mk7 but have done this with Mk2, Mk5, and two Mk5g. It is a lot of work, but hey it works a treat and there is a sense of solidity. 1. Feet / Isolation: This is easily rectified with aftermarket feet. I have used Isonoe Feet (essentially 4 mini trampolines). This is the single best upgrade you can do to a Technics. I have also used Maglev feet purchased on Ebay. Not quite as good but still cheap and effective.

I think I keep hanging on a little longer on my SL 1200's that I bought back in 1987.

That realistic mixer in the blue box was the first mixer I bought in the 90s.

Just got my first set......with the phase controllers....these tables are flawless

The Jeremy Clarkson of DJ gear 😉 Great review. Sold! 🙌🏻

I have a pair, did not have any issue with resonance even for low frequencies. I did set my decks behind my cabinet which usually helps. Still any deck would have this effect. Thats why DJs played in booths or above/behind subs.

I love my 30 year old Technics SL1200 MKII 😍

a $1000? Honestly, that is as much of the review as I needed to hear. I'll happily continue to enjoy my AT-LP1240's

Great, thanks. Now all I need is a Technics SL-1200MK7.

I have a pair of reloop rp 7000 mk2s I thought of selling to get these but now I’ll stay with what I have. But to mention reloop is a great turntable

Wow! While I won’t be buying them because of the price, I am oddly excited... Perhaps because what you mentioned about technics nailing the feel of the pitch and the look of them! So I think (hoping) technics will address the isolation issue! Great review as always and thanks for sharing!!!!

I first experience with 1200s was back in 1991 with a pair of MK2s owned by the oldest brother of my very close friend. I did not know it at the time, but this older brother was DJ Palash who would later collaborated with Saeed and Deepdish here in the US in late 90s and early 2000s. Watching your video and mentioning how memorable it was for you to open your first pair Technics resonated some good nostalgia. I recall walking into their room and seeing the tables and flanked in between was a Numark mixer. It was like heaven when I first put my fingers on the records on those MK2s. Present day today I am now in my late 40s, and I recently picked up a used MK5. I still need a second turntable so I figured why not check a review on a the most modern iteration of a 1200. While the weight of the turntable may be pointless for what I will be using it for, I still have reservations and may just purchase another used MK5. Thank you for the in-depth and blunt review of the MK7s.

Love the silky smooth pitch on these tables.

I bought one just today. Same reason you mentioned. 50 years old. Started 20 years ago with these. Today I‘m 30

1981 SL1200mk2 in silver as God intended. Still going strong

So did you ask technics about the resonance problem? I’d like to see a follow up video on that.

I still am rocking my 1210 m3d turntables. They are still in perfect condition!

I wish they would just stick to the old specs and just maybe use the great the stuff like the plug improvements. In this case they fixed what wasn't really broken in(1210mk) the 1st place.

The tone arm movement on the base is a experimental way to reduce vibration and needle skipping i think... Other wise awesome review Mojaxx!!

MJ, great review! I own the 1210MK2, 1200MK2, 1200MD3, RP7000, and ATLP-1240 and as of late, the 1210MK7. I spent most of my time on the 1210MK2 and the ATLP-1240. The isolation problem is so real and it sucks. When I picked up the MK7 and it was so much lighter, I was like YASSSS, less weight, but that comes with the price of feedback, so i continue to carry my ATLP-1240 or MD3s when playing out. They do make for great studio tables, and i really dig the X2 pitch. To be real, I feel like I wasted my money, as the RP7000 and ATLP-1240 do everything the MK7 does plus better isolation. I will still make mix videos with my MK7s though. PEACE/ONE!

When you picked up a 1200 and you felt how heavy it was you knew it was quality. I hate to think the new ones don’t that feature to them!!!!

A venue I'm at got these new recently. I tried them last night (Serato control vinyl). Compared to my MK2s at home. Scratching felt the same, pitch bending mid mix was excellent. My one problem: that start/stop button didn't seem as sharp on stopping tunes on beat: it slurred more. Dunno if it was just me. But overall enjoyed using them a lot!

The moment you mentioned about the tone arm play @ 5:35 I checked my 1210mk7 and I have the same issue, however once I locked the vertical height adjustment the movement went away!

I was worried about the weight on this. Thanks for the review - I thought the isolation might be a problem!

Great review. I appreciated this and your GR review. Thanks for being honest about the feedback. I also do not take my tables out. So if my M5G's ever take a crap I might grab some of these.

So basically never get rid of my SL-1200MK2’s...right. Wasn’t gonna get rid of them anyways 😂 I unpacked mine brand new in 2005 and they’ve been flawless since day 1. Dragged them to a lot of parties when I was younger (Frankie Bones played on them and tagged each of them with “Bones”!) but they stay packed in my flight cases as my bedroom setup now. Still work as good as the day I unpacked them.

one of the best reviews about the sl1200

got my pair for home use couple weeks back and it was the first time I was unpacking a fresh pair of decks in my life. I owned mk2s who I got second hand before. but this was a really exciting moment, Im pretty sure it wouldnt be the same feeling with pioneers or any other brand. technics is technics. in terms of isolation - i am surprised to hear this sad fact from you. I guess clubs who will consider buying these will need to invest in better isolation of the booth/table. wondering if some of the iso-feet currently on the market would sort this out or other alternative approaches like squash balls etc. the ultimate conclusion is simple here - if you still own a well-working deck, then theres no reason to upgrade really unless you just want to treat yourself with a shiny new piece of gear in your room to rock those records. simple as that.

I think the Japanese have made a very serious mistake by not making this record player with the quality of the models that have been previously made. Isolation from heavy bass is the most important thing to a record player. That was the point when the DJs started using them over 40 years ago. This has rendered the new model virtually useless with vinyl and if you use it with modern DJ software it can cause a lot of trouble even when using serato or traktor because these systems are also very sensitive to resonance. If you add the cheap feel plastic materials to this sound and the assembly quality, we are far from the original MK2. This is a record player bought only by those who don't know the DJ business or just wanted to put a nice room ornament on the table. It's better for everyone to find a nice shape used copy of the old models.

Great review Mojaxx! One SL-1210MK7 bought on release in 2019 Has a dead pitch range between 7~8% It's Not a particular case. Many others have reported this problem and with no answer from Panasonic. I have bought another unit in April 2021 and the Pitch works just fine! No dead zones. In my opinion, I think is just a Firmware issue since the pitch is Digital.

Technics for life!!!

1210 MK2 was the last thing i used. And it was my personal favorite. I was such a Technics Fanboy. BTW i use still the Amplifer in my „Sound-Bunker“ Studio. Work for 34 years now. L G 💭🎼👍

Thank you Mo Jax, I’ve been waiting for your comprehensive review of these. As a mid 40’s DJ, I also remember the excitement of unboxing my first pair of MK2’s. Setting them up, putting the Stanton 500 needles in the head shells, balancing the weight, tossing aside the thick rubber mat and staring at the red light reflecting beautifully off the spinning platter. I still have those 1210 MK2’s in mint condition, I spin vinyl and DVS. In your option is worth the cost upgrading to these newer models?

The price for those decks seems to be OK...I am mostly interested in extended pitch range on those, since only few turntables have it. If resonanse issue is so pronanuced, then perhaps putting some Isonoe feet might fix the problem, but it depends how turntables are set up in the club - definetely they are not sitting on top of subwoofer.

Did you record the results of your feedback test? And would you publish them?

I have a pair of the mk7's and they are dope. Better than my plx's and feel just like my mk2's.

Today I tested a Mark 7 seven with light speakers closeby the table with a record of Billie Eilish with quite a deep base and resonated quite easyly.

Hi, testing the turntable directly over a subwoofer is extremely demanding and I guess that it’s not really conclusive, in real world conditions the MK7 would have been on a proper DJ Booth, probably handling vibrations much better, eventually without any problems. I have a pair of classic Technics 1210 MK2 in my home studio still working perfectly, but I would never put those guys over a subwoofer as well, even being a very reliable turntable as we all know. The MK7 are very interesting. Nonetheless, nice review on the video. Greetings from Lisbon

They have the color silver now That's the one I like the silver color

Thank you Mojaxx for always keeping it real 👊. Love the review! The feedback issue is disappointing. Wonder if putting in some sort of thin rubber or cork liner inside the body might offer a an easy solution. (For anyone might already own them)

I love the DJCity, Mojaxx always making great videos for us!

Great review. Addresses the real questions for any DJ

Nice work Mo! You're spot on about the the "feel" of the 1200. It's hard to beat. I have the M5G decks, which also have a digital pitch and +/- 16% pitch range. I've found the pitch on the M5Gs to be more accurate than the MKII and M3D. I honestly think the digital pitch is just superior. Comparing the MK7 to the M5G, I don't really see any reason to upgrade. Realistically, if Technics added (1) increased pitch range (2) option for more torque and (3) midi capability, I can see a lot of tablists upgrading. Once you add the pitch range, you really need the extra torque. And the pitch range is huge for a LOT of djs, especially anybody who scratches. Now, if Technics added the Controller 1 button/note setup it would be next level (I know I'm dreaming but it would be cool). I'd pay $3,000 in a heartbeat for a 1200 that operates like a Controller 1.

The Feel has got be "Real"!....Technics Turntables are those good old house shoes,that you jus slip on!..no files,drives or screens...jus pick up the needle!👍

What is the most affordable yet dynamic turntable for a bedroom DJ? Currently been rocking Audio-Technica AT-LP120USB's for many years now? They seem perfect for me ( Mix house and Techno), but then again, its all I know.

I own a Technics 1200 mk7 turntable. The Bad: A dead space between the +/- 7 and 8 range. It's lop sided. Meaning the weight on one side of the turntable forces it to be unleveled. The platter wobbles. The power cord that comes with the mk7s are kind of short. I have no problems with the rest of the turntable. It's good for traveling because it doesn't weight much. Despite the wobbling platter, it feels good to perform turntable tricks. And the popup light doesn't blind you in the face, like the Pioneer DJ plx-1000 does...

Not sure was it commented - but the tone arm lock should be "on" to prevent the tone arm of wobling (5:37) - this also happens on the MK2 if lock is off.

Appreciate you honest opinion. I think this maybe a good buy for home use which I have been waiting for.

So Technics nails 'the feel of a 1200' by cheapening a 1200 and then charging a premium for it. Think I'll just stick with an original pair of 1200's.

it would be useful to determine if the feedback is due to the feet, or the case. The original MK2 footers had a resonance at 30hz which is not very good either. Probably the same thing going on here. But testing is required to zero in on it.

“I was pretty gutted” ha. Def about to use that as a scratch sample

2:05 wonder if Stardust - Music Sounds Better With You is on the deck. I use Roulé records to setup my needles, since some of them are one sided.

My go to spot in Cincinnati had a literal marble slab for their DJ to set his turntables on. It wasn't just for show.

Thanks mo it's good to see you back ✌✌✌ HAPPY NEW YR

Nice to see my very first mixer in the background (Numark) 11:10

Here's the deal, if you already own a pair of Technics 1200/1210 Mkx, then it doesn't really make sense to get the Mk7s, JUST. If you are in the market for the best turntable in this price range, then look no further. You wanna purchase them for your club ? Get a pair of isolators, and you will be just fine. Otherwise, in a home studio, as Mojaxx well said, they are quite simply the best choice. I can't even conceive getting anything else than a Technics for vinyl.

Excellent Review @mojaxx !!!

The 78rpm feature is great for bringing my shellacs to the club LOL. In all seriousness: excellent review - I agree with all points. Sadly, the cheaper price is a reflection of - dare I say - cheaper materials than the older MK2s. I would rather buy NOS MK2s (which aren't hard to find) than the MK7 any day of the week. Cheers

Really great insights in your reviews, thank you!

One of your best reviews yet!

Can we get a Mk7 Vs Gr comparison?

Also worth pointng out that the MK7's are made in Malaysia while the older 1200's are all made in Japan.

I have 2 mk7 and the following problem. On some records the needle jumps very quickly when sratching faster. With other records I can ratchet as I want and the needle stays in the groove. Why is that?

Thanks for saving my money! I almost sold one brand new MK5 that I have because I can’t find a matching turntable.

What if you just buy some better isolation feet? Would that solve the problem for a small expense?

such a great and informative review, thanks a lot man!

Their presentation event showed the issue already. They were live streaming it across the world, and when the first DJ started playing, they started howling immediately. They had to put some rubber mats under the turntables during his set to stop the feedback. Was sad to look at.

The MK7 does the job and is a fine turntable. However, it does feel more like a SuperOEM than old school Technics, even if some specs-like wow and flutter-are supposedly better on the MK7. I’m happy with the MK2s I’ve had since forever. If for some reason I wanted and additional pair, I’d probably get the Pioneer 1000 to save a bit of cash.

So today you can buy a pair of Pioneer PLX-1000s for $1,200 or a pair of Technics 1200 MK7s for $2,000. I owned a pair of MK2s back in the 90s "best turntables ever made" - however in my opinion if you really want brand new out of the box turntables "for the price" the PLX-1000 is the smarter choice.

They are never going to send you another turntable. 😁

I still love my M5G'S! I remember buying them brand spanking new!

may i add the reason why your tonearm assembly may be loose surely has to be, its not locked at the lock point on the tonearm ??? ........ please check and if it was... please tell me as i cant see it being that loose........

Nothing beats the 1200 MK2 made in Japan. Bivolt, great

YES Boss. It's the feel. 100% Sad they are lighter, and can't handle the low end as much. But, for home, you maybe right. its where they belong.

I have 2 of the Techincs SL-mk7's, the feedback problem is a real easy FIX, I purchased some rubber solid feet on ebay, got rid of the feedback problem for me, I prefer these MK7's over my PLX 1000's any day, these are real solid decks, for those of you who actually did purchased a pair of MK7's you would already know what I'm talking about. it's kinda odd that I now see a lot of MK2, MK3d, MK5, MK6's on ebay where you can buy 2 pairs of these for about 500 to 800 dollars, some are even in mint condition, but lets face it, old tech is old tech, maybe that's why you can score these oldies but goodie Techincs dirt cheap on ebay.

I got them and they are official

So we are likely around the same age. I came up on the 1200 mk2. Still have a set that are perfect and I cherish. After technics ceasing production when I was under the impression that there would be no more well I felt disappointed. It makes me feel better that while they are not the same thing they are similar enough to allow my son to have his own set some day. If mine do eventually die after over 25 years of use then so be it at least now I have options.

I would loved to have see your vibration test footage (not doubting your results in any way, just curious)

They actually did make the mk7 in silver but there only few made

Can you do an old school review of the Numark ttx1 compared to the current lot of turntables. Mine have held up for years but I'd like to know how they compare

i love my pair but really miss the click when youre at 0 on the pitch

One day, someone at Technics will say to themselves :"didn't we used to make something called 1210s, they seemed popular, how about we give those another go?"

Maybe after the warranty is up you can open them up and try to fill them with something to bring down the resonance? Or some foam? Something to fill them up inside?

Well yesterday, i got mines, MK7’s love the look and i am Excited to Crank em’ up Today!!, The PLX1000’s by pioneer i owns Them Too, The MK7’s are Way Lighter🙄😩🤯Oh yes😂, Go Technics, I got the Silver Color Editions, Them Black joints i wants them Too, But i am Happy with My Silverado’s⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️

To be honest i like the silver old school style NY style more than black hate them i got 2 new black mk 1210 brand new but i don't use it as much cus the black color to me don't like them i still got my original technics mk 2 in silver n they still working as a champ i got them since 89 they were my first great truntable i save all my money to buy them cus they were 500 plus the tax for each at that time. N they still cost the same on 2020 on ebay depend make sure the torn arm is working properly n the active skating is working properly too there are a lots of them on ebay n other website

If he says that the MK7 is worth $1000, that's saying something... Because, I didn't believe so. Especially since the Reloop 8000mk2 is only $700...

Respect from turkey 👊😎

which is better for club mixing??? PLX1000 or TECHNICS MK7?