Technics SL1210M3D Direct Drive Turntable

Fully maintained Technics SL1210 M3D turntable by GrooveMood in excellent condition, with the original product box and manual included.

General

• Professional direct-drive DJ turntable from the Technics SL-1200/1210 series.
• Introduced around 1997 as an update to the MK2.
• Matte black version of the SL-1200M3D (the 1210 variant).
• Globally popular with DJs and vinyl enthusiasts for its reliability and robust build.

Includes

• Original product box (matching serial numbers)
• Original manual
• Slipmat
• 45 RPM adapter

Drive & motor

• Quartz-locked direct drive system for stable speed.
• Brushless DC motor with high reliability.
• Starting torque: ±1.5 kg/cm.
• Start-up time: approx. 0.7 sec to 33⅓ rpm.

Speeds

• 33⅓ rpm and 45 rpm (switchable).
• Electronic braking system for quick platter stop.

Pitch control

• Pitch fader ±8 %.
• Pitch Reset button: instantly resets speed to exactly 0 %.
• No “0-detent” click point on the pitch fader for more precise mixing.

Platter & construction

• Aluminum die-cast platter (approx. 1.7 kg).
• Platter diameter: 332 mm.
• Heavy metal housing with rubber damping against vibrations.

Tonearm

• S-shaped tonearm with universal headshell connection.
• Anti-skating adjustable: 0 – 3 g.
• Suitable cartridge mass: approx. 3.5 – 13 g.

Performance specifications

• Wow & flutter: approx. 0.025 % WRMS.
• Rumble: up to approx. -78 dB (weighted).

Dimensions & weight

• Dimensions: ±453 × 162 × 353 mm.
• Weight: approx. 12 kg.

Special features

• Retractable target-light for stylus illumination.
• Recessed power switch (less chance of accidental shutdown).
• No dust cover, but includes pre-mounted dust cover hinges.
• Storage slot for an extra headshell near the counterweight.
  
• Chassis in excellent condition, small scuff marks on the front left and front right corners