Direct Drive Turntable - SL-100C
Direct Drive Turntable - SL-100C
Direct Drive Turntable - SL-100C
Direct Drive Turntable - SL-100C

Direct Drive Turntable - SL-100C

Sale price $1,099.95
4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
5 Reviews
SKU: SL-100C-K

The Technics SL-100C Turntable provides an unmatched audio experience that allows you to experience smooth, stable playback from your vinyl records in a sleek, minimalistic design.

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Enter the real vinyl culture with the Technics SL-100C Premium Class Turntable System. Using technologies acquired through the development of the SL-1200 Series and the Reference Class flagship SL-1000R, the SL-100C uses the latest coreless direct drive brushless DC motor provides high-level accuracy in rotation and signal for smooth, stable playback. With an interchangeable pre-installed cartridge, auto-lift function and high-quality, elegant design, the SL-100C is true a hallmark of the Technics tradition.

 

  • Coreless direct drive brushless DC motor, achieves stable rotation that is free from cogging
  • Highly sensitive S-shaped aluminum tonearm accurately reads record grooves
  • High-rigidity cabinet and high-damping insulator for thorough shut-out of vibrations, ensuring a smooth vinyl-tracking process
  • Pre-installed Audio-Technica AT-VM95C pickup cartridge for easy setup; interchangeable for upgrades
  • Auto-lift tonearm minimizes needle wear-out and preserves records

 

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    FEATURES

    The Latest Coreless Direct Drive Motor Achieves High-precision Stable Rotation

    The technologies acquired through the development of the SL-1200 Series and the high-end SL-1000R model were lavishly inserted into the motor drive unit, a key part of the turntable. The motor exclusively tunes the single-rotor, coreless direct drive motor adopted by the SL-1200GR in order to read the high rotation accuracy and high-precision signals of the record. Optimal motor control is conducted for the inertial mass of the two-layer structure platter on which the vinyl record is placed with deadening rubber on the entire back surface to eliminate unwanted resonance in the aluminum die-cast platter to eliminate the rotation irregularity called cogging.

    Accurately Reads Signals from the Groove on the Record

    The tonearm is a static-balance universal S-shape tonearm, another Technics tradition. By adopting a high-precision bearing using the same gimbal suspension construction and machined housing as the SL-1200 Series, high initial sensitivity is achieved. The aluminum
    die-cast chassis is rigidly integrated with a special material consisting of ABS-mixed with glass fiber to achieve a two-layer construction. The insulator is comprised of a spring and rubber to provide optimal vibration-damping characteristics.

    Designed for Functional Beauty

    The SL-100C sports a simplistic visual design without unnecessary frills, while retaining the high quality operational feel that is a Technics tradition. Its elegant minimalist appearance will enhance your listening experience.

    4.8
    Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
    Based on 5 reviews
    Total 5 star reviews: 4 Total 4 star reviews: 1 Total 3 star reviews: 0 Total 2 star reviews: 0 Total 1 star reviews: 0
    100%would recommend this product
    Ease of UseRated 4.6 on a scale of 1 to 5
    DurabilityRated 4.6 on a scale of 1 to 5
    Sound QualityRated 5.0 on a scale of 1 to 5
    5 reviews
    • JAMES T.
      Verified Buyer
      I recommend this product
      Rated 5 out of 5 stars
      2 months ago
      GREAT TURNTABLE..EXACTLY WHAT I EXPECTED.

      GREAT TURNTABLE..EXACTLY WHAT I EXPECTED. TECHNICS DOES NOT EVER DISAPPOINT ME!!!!

      Ease of UseRated 5.0 on a scale of 1 to 5
      DurabilityRated 5.0 on a scale of 1 to 5
      Sound QualityRated 5.0 on a scale of 1 to 5
    • Byron K.
      Verified Buyer
      I recommend this product
      Rated 5 out of 5 stars
      1 month ago
      Solid Built and Wonderful Sound

      The SL-100C sounds great right out of the box with the provided cartridge. However, it sounds much better upgraded with VM95 cartridge. I also noticed couple records that previously can't play on Rega P1 (due to skipping) have no problems playing on SL-100C. Overall, I am very happy with this purchase.

      Ease of UseRated 4.0 on a scale of 1 to 5
      DurabilityRated 4.0 on a scale of 1 to 5
      Sound QualityRated 5.0 on a scale of 1 to 5
    • Sandra M.
      Verified Buyer
      I recommend this product
      Rated 5 out of 5 stars
      2 months ago
      Very good product.

      The sound quality is excellent. I was very surprised to hear even on older lp’s and the even older 78’s. Very easy to set up. I’m happy with this purchase.

      Ease of UseRated 5.0 on a scale of 1 to 5
      DurabilityRated 5.0 on a scale of 1 to 5
      Sound QualityRated 5.0 on a scale of 1 to 5
    • Steve J.
      Verified Reviewer
      I recommend this product
      Rated 5 out of 5 stars
      6 months ago
      After a 35 year hiatus, returning to vinyl.

      Received my new Technics SL-100C a little over a month ago. Combined with a Darlington Labs MP-7 phono preamp. Clean, quiet and stable this turntable delivers.

      It has made reproduced music enjoyable to me again. Best audio purchase in years.

      Ease of UseRated 5.0 on a scale of 1 to 5
      DurabilityRated 4.0 on a scale of 1 to 5
      Sound QualityRated 5.0 on a scale of 1 to 5
    • Francisco A.
      Verified Reviewer
      I recommend this product
      Rated 4 out of 5 stars
      1 year ago
      Auto-Lift function erratic. But overall a good quality unit otherwise.

      The AUTO-LIFT feature DOES NOT WORK properly and everyone complains this! Personally this feature was an important reason why I bought this unit and of course the overall quality of the Technics brand in direct drive technology, so I was a little disappointed. I just turned off the feature since it's so erratic in its function. Other than that, I love the unit. After reading reviews I decided to immediately upgrade to the Audio Technica WM95ML, since it's one of the best sounding audiophile styluses for less $200dlls; it's super easy to swap. I love the look of the turntable and the cover. It just looks simple and sturdy. I bought it in July 2022 from Amazon.es (Spain) and it cost me the equivalent to $857dlls with shipping included, which was really 747 euros plus 100 for shipping. I ignore if you can still get that price if you buy from Europe but you may shop around in Amazon UK, Germany, Italy, etc.

      Ease of UseRated 4.0 on a scale of 1 to 5
      DurabilityRated 5.0 on a scale of 1 to 5
      Sound QualityRated 5.0 on a scale of 1 to 5
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