Technics SL-1210MK5 Turntable

Pros: A solid buy - cannot go wrong...
Cons: None for the moment...

I bought the SL 1200 because this table has such a following on the internet; its considered a classic, still made some 30 years later and was originally an audiophile table. I wanted a relatively good turntable and found so much positive information on ...

Pros: Technics feel better, stable and powerful
Cons: I wish they had (2) Stop/Start buttons.

Technics have overturned the status quo in the turntable market. The craftsmanship of the MK5's are unmatched. I tested both the Numark TTX1's and Technics 1210 MK5's.

The Numarks are great, I really cannot put them down. In fact I may get one of them for my son. However, not just relying on the Technics history or popularity, but on actual hands on testing and comparing to other decks, the Technics just feel so much better.

The stability and strength of these decks when mixing, scratching, blending and beat juggling is superior. When rubbing the vinyl on the MK5's you can tell it is a premium product.