Technics SL-1200 Turntable Gets 55th Anniversary Edition

The Technics SL-1200 turntable is getting a 55th anniversary edition, featuring a gold trim and multiple color options. The original Technics SL-1200 was launched in late 1972 and has since become a staple of hip-hop and DJ culture.

The 55th anniversary edition of the SL-1200 will be fully unveiled in September and is based on the current MK7 model, which costs $1,200 / £849 / AU$1,699. The new edition features a gold tonearm base, gold knobs and buttons, gold rimmed platter, and gold-anodised tonearm.

In addition to the fully-gold color model, the 55th anniversary edition of the SL-1200 will also come in multiple other color options, including blue, black, white, red, green, gray. The SL-1200 MK7 model is a manual turntable with an aluminum platter, stylus-illuminator LED, Universal Static Balance tonearm, pitch adjustment dial, and phono output.

## Why it matters The Technics SL-1200 turntable has a significant following in the music industry, particularly among DJs and hip-hop artists. The 55th anniversary edition is a celebration of the model's enduring popularity and is likely to be sought after by collectors and music enthusiasts.

The addition of the gold trim and multiple color options gives the 55th anniversary edition a unique and stylish look, setting it apart from the standard MK7 model. While the price of the new edition has not been announced, it is expected to be higher than the current MK7 model due to the added features and design elements.

## What happens next The 55th anniversary edition of the SL-1200 will be fully unveiled in September, and it is likely that the price and availability will be announced at that time. Music enthusiasts and collectors will be eagerly awaiting the release of this limited edition model, which is sure to be a highly sought-after item.