SL-50C Direct Drive Turntable

Natural Texture Crafted from MDF, a wood-based material with fine layered fibers, offering quiet warmth and subtle presence — bringing harmony to any living space. Access More Records Supports 33⅓, 45, and 78 rpm for access to a wider range of records. Optimized for Instant Vinyl Playback With the included cartridge and built-in phono amplifier precisely matched for optimal performance, simply connect to active speakers or an amplifier and passive speakers — and confidently enjoy vinyl playback immediately. Driven by the Technics Legacy For decades, Technics’ direct drive has delivered accurate, maintenance-free rotation. This mechanism, which directly spins the platter with strong torque, has evolved to offer even greater precision with a coreless motor that eliminates cogging. Engineered for Precision Tonearm While minimizing the tonearm base size, the design inherits the traditional S-shape and ensures high tracking performance via micron-level precision engineering. Cartridge The included 2M Red cartridge features an elliptical stylus that delivers clear sound, precisely matched with the built-in phono EQ for optimal performance.  Platter Rigid rotation and precise torque control are achieved by a 1.26kg die-cast aluminum platter with reinforced ribs and a directly mounted motor magnet. Insulator Excellent vibration resistance and reduced howling are achieved by newly tuned insulators. Its rubber hardness is optimized to shift resonance outside the audible range. Digital Control Digital control elevates rotation accuracy to the highest level through (1)precise speed detection, (2)Per-unit calibration during production, and (3)digitally optimized motor drive signals. Circuit Layout Separate PCBs for power, motor control, and phono EQ are placed away from the tonearm with crossover-free wiring. This minimizes distortion of sound. PHONO Circuit The built-in MM phono equalizer, optimally tuned to the included cartridge, along with the premium components and case, delivers clear sound with minimal noise. Eco-Friendly Packaging The SL-50C utilizes eco-friendly packaging by replacing styrene foam cushioning with cardboard, thereby reducing marine plastic waste. * The image is for illustration purposes only and may differ from the actual product. Eco-Friendly Packaging The SL-50C utilizes eco-friendly packaging by replacing styrene foam cushioning with cardboard, thereby reducing marine plastic waste. * The image is for illustration purposes only and may differ from the actual product.