Technics SL1300G

The turntable has a three-layered construction with a rigidly combined brass and aluminium die-cast platter. With a deadening rubber covering its entire rear surface to eliminate unnecessary resonance, thereby achieving high rigidity and vibration damping. This delivers smooth rotational stability and inertial mass surpassing the SP-10MK2, the direct-drive turntable standard used by broadcast stations worldwide, as well as having more than twice the inertial mass of the SL-1200MK5.

Two-layered Cabinet Construction

High-level Balance Adjustment

When the weight distribution of the turntable is uneven, excess vibration or noise occurs during rotation, which causes degradation in sound quality. Therefore, the balance of the turntable is adjusted at the factory by using specialised high-precision balance adjustment equipment for each and every item after the turntable is assembled. Turntables that have undergone adjustment are labelled with a sticker reading “BALANCED” to indicate that adjustment has been done.

Low-Noise Switching Circuit

Use of a high-speed switching power supply ensures a stable supply capacity and less ripple and humming. Applying a switching power supply to a turntable eliminates the need for a large transformer and countermeasures for the ensuing mechanical vibrations. A switching frequency of above 100 kHz limits the impact of noise on the music playback bandwidth.

Current Injection Active Noise Cancelling

This technology combines a noise detection device with an error amplifier. It detects residual noise in the power supply and applies an inverse phase current to remove noise components. It removes low frequency noise more effectively than a regulator to ensure a more ideal power supply.

Tonearm Achieving High Initial-Motion Sensitivity

The tonearm, a crucial component for precise reading, tracks the record’s rotation. Inherited from Technics, it employs a lightweight, rigid aluminium pipe in the traditional static-balance universal Sshape. Featuring a gimbal suspension and high-precision bearing, it achieves high initial-motion sensitivity through manual assembly by skilled Japanese artisans. This meticulous construction ensures accurate tracing of record grooves. Plus, it includes an auxiliary weight, providing flexibility for a variety of pickup cartridges.

Specifications:

Turntable Section

• Drive Method: Direct Drive
• Motor: Brushless DC motor
• Turntable Speeds: 33-1/3, 45 and 78 rpm
• Pitch Adjustment Range : ±8% and ±16%
• Starting Torque: 0.32 N・m (3.3kgf・cm) (2.86 lbf-in)
• Build-up Characteristics: 0.7 s. from standstill to 33- 1/3 rpm
• Braking system: Electronic brake
• Wow and Flutter: 0.025%　W.R.M.S.
• Turntable Platter: Aluminium diecast, Brass and Rubber, Diameter：332mm (13-5/64″)
• Platter Weight：Approx. 3.6kg (7-15/16lbs) (Including a rubber sheet)

Tonearm Section

• Type: Static Balance
• Effective Length: 230mm
• Overhang :15mm
• Tracking Error Angle:

Within 2° 32’　(at the outer groove of 30cm(12″) record)
Within 0° 32’　(at the inner groove of 30cm(12″) record)

• Offset Angle: 22°
• Arm Height Adjustment Range: 0 – 6mm
• Stylus Pressure Adjustment Range: 0 – 4g (Direct Reading)
• Headshell weight: Approx. 7.6g
• Applicable Cartridge Weight Range

(without auxiliary weight)
5.6 – 12.0g
14.3 – 20.7g (including head shell)
(with small auxiliary weight)
10.0 – 16.4g
18.7 – 25.1g (including head shell)
(with big auxiliary weight)
14.3 – 19.8g
23.0 – 28.5g (including head shell)

• Cartridge Mounting Dimension: 12.7 mm (1/2″) interval
• Head Shell Terminal Lug: 1.2mmφ 4-pin terminal lug

Terminals

• Audio Output: PHONO (Pin Jack) x 1, EARTH TERMINAL x 1

General

• Power Supply:  AC220-240 V, 50/60 Hz
• Power Consumption:
  10 W (ON)
  0.3 W (OFF)
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 453 x 173 x 372 mm
• Weight :Approx. 13.0kg
• Operating temperature range: 0℃ to +40℃
• Operating humidity range :35% to 80% RH (no condensation)
• Accessories:

Turntable, Turntable sheet, Dust cover,
EP record adaptor, Balance weight,
Auxiliary weight, Head shell, Overhang gauge,
Screw set for cartridge, PHONO cable,
PHONO earth lead, AC mains lead, Screw set for turntable,
Owner’s Manual