Technics SL1500CEB Premium Class Turntable

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Experience the rich, warm sound of vinyl with the Technics SL-1500CEB turntable. This premium turntable combines classic design with innovative technology to deliver an exceptional audio experience for both audiophiles and casual listeners. The Technics SL-1500CEB isn't just about reliving the warmth of vinyl; it's about rediscovering the music you love with unmatched precision and clarity.

Specifications

Type: Direct Drive Manual Turntable
Turntable Speeds: 33-1/3, 45 and 78 r/min
Starting Torque: 0.18 N・m / 1.8 kg・cm (1.56 lbs-in)
Build-up Characteristics: 0.7 s. from standstill to 33 1/3 rpm
Wow And Flutter: 0.025 % W.R.M.S.
Turntable Platter: Aluminium diecast
Diameter: 332 mm (13-5/64 inch)
Weight : Approx. 2.0 kg (4.5 lbs) (Including Turntable Sheet)
Tonearm Type: Universal Static Balance
Effective Length: 230 mm
Overhang: 15 mm
Tracking Error Angle: Within 2° (at the outer groove of 30 cm (12”) record). Within 0° 32’ (at the inner groove of 30 cm (12”) record)
Offset Angle: 22°
Arm-height Adjustment Range: 0 – 6 mm
Stylus Pressure Adjustment Range: 0 – 4 g (Direct Reading)
Head Shell Weight: Approx. 7.6 g
Applicable Cartridge Weight Range: (without auxiliary weight) 5.6 – 12.0 g,
14.3 – 20.7 g (including head shell)
(with auxiliary weight)
10.0 – 16.4 g
18.7 – 25.1 g (including head shell)
Head Shell Terminal Lug: 1.2 mmφ 4-pin terminal lug
Audio Output Terminals: PHONO (Pin Jack) x 1, EARTH TERMINAL x 1
LINE (Pin Jack) x 1
Power Supply: AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power Consumption: 8 W
Approx. 0.2W (Standby)
Dimensions: (W x H x D) 453 x 169 x 372 mm
Weight: Approx. 9.9 kg

If you’re after a great sounding but fuss-free record player around a grand, the SL-1500C is a great buy

What HiFi

Coreless Direct Drive Motor

The heart of the SL-1500CEB is its coreless direct drive motor. Unlike belt-driven turntables, this design eliminates belt wear and ensures unwavering speed stability for the most accurate audio reproduction. This translates to a pure listening experience free of unwanted pitch fluctuations.

High rigidity platter

The platter itself is meticulously crafted from a special two-layer compound. This design minimizes vibration and resonance, ensuring optimal playback of even the most delicate recordings.

Gimbal-Suspension Tonearm

The tonearm on the SL-1500CEB utilizes a high-sensitivity gimbal suspension system. This design offers exceptional tracking accuracy, allowing the stylus to precisely follow the record's grooves and extract every detail from your music.

Built-in Phono Equalizer and Cartridge

Many modern receivers lack dedicated phono inputs. The SL-1500CEB eliminates this hurdle by featuring a high-quality phono preamp built directly into the turntable. This allows you to connect the turntable directly to your speakers or amplifier, offering maximum flexibility and ease of use.

The pre-mounted Ortofon 2M Red cartridge is known for its balanced sound and excellent tracking ability. It's a perfect starting point for enjoying your vinyl collection, and the detachable headshell allows for future cartridge upgrades as your audio journey progresses.

Free turntable setup

We carefully set up every turntable and cartridge we sell. So if you're new to turntables or have decades of experience, you know you'll be getting the most enjoyment from your system. You can be safe in the knowledge that you can take your turntable home, plug it straight in and start enjoying good music without any worry of something being setup incorrectly.

We’re impressed by the SL-1500C’s sonic agility; the way it resolves plenty of detail and manages to deliver all that information in a cohesive and musical whole. There are few rivals around the grand mark that do it better.

At the end of my listening session, one thing became clear: This is an awesome turntable. If I were looking for something in this price range, I wouldn’t hesitate to buy the SL-1500C. the tonearm itself is very solid and can accommodate a wide variety of cartridges and headshells. Pacing and dynamics are spot on, tight, focused, laser-sharp, and just overall in that sweet spot. The SL-1500C is no fuss, no hassle, easy to use, easy to set up—a no-brainer recommendation.

with the SL-1500C it seems the company is beginning to find its line and length. This isn’t the most out-and-out accomplished turntable you can buy in purely sonic terms, but it’s not far off - and it’s more robustly made, better specified and has greater cachet than any price-comparable alternative.