The new model is based on the SL-1200MK7 turntable released in 2019 and has a gold anodized tonic arm and an engraved serial number on the top panel. Each turntable includes a slip mat with a gold Technics logo and a sticker for the 50th anniversary. Only 12,000 units of the SL-1200M7L will be available worldwide, with decks available in seven colors: black, red, blue, white, green, yellow and beige. The authentic SL-1200 has been a staple of the club since it was adopted by a DJ after the original release of the turntable in 1972 and is one of those rare accessories that blurs the boundaries between hi-fi and musical instruments. The design of the SL-1200M7L includes a high rigidity cabinet and damping insulator to minimize vibration. It also includes start-up / brake speed adjustment function, step control, reverse playback and stylus light with high brightness and long life LED. The SL-1200M7L will be available for pre-order from selected retailers on April 7 for shipping from July, priced at 99 899 / $ 1099 / AU $ 1999. To help celebrate the iconic deck’s birthday, Technics will also be hosting a free live streaming dance event in conjunction with the Boiler Room (opens in a new tab) on April 7 from 9 a.m. (EDT). In seven hours, seven international DJs will appear, each using one of the different colors of the new SL-1200M7L. The line-up of artists will include: DJ Koco (Japan), Mala (UK), Ellen Allien (Germany), Gilles Peterson (UK), Shanti Celeste (Chile), Marcel Dettman (Germany) and DJ CRAZE (USA) ). MORE: Read our review on Technics SL-1500C Tetsuya Itani: The story of the Technique by the man who helped shape it The best turntables you can buy
