{"product_id":"technics-turntable-sl-1600","title":"Technics Turntable SL-1600","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSED - IN GOOD CONDITION\u003c\/strong\u003e, Japanese power, needs step down converter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-subtree=\"aimfl\" data-processed=\"true\" style=\"font-family: Google Sans, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(22, 23, 26);\"\u003eThe Technics SL-1600 is a highly regarded, fully automatic direct-drive turntable originally released in Japan in 1976. Prized by vintage audio enthusiasts for being \"built like a tank,\" it combines the reliable high-torque motor technology of the legendary manual Technics SL-1200 with convenient automated playback features.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-subtree=\"aimfl\" data-processed=\"true\" style=\"font-family: Google Sans, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(22, 23, 26);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAccording to the original Technics SL-1600 Owners Manual and technical documentation, the original Mk1 model features the following specifications:\u003cbr\u003e• Drive System: B\/FG Servo Brushless DC Motor (Direct Drive) using an AN630 one-chip IC.\u003cbr\u003e• Speeds: 33-1\/3 and 45 rpm with a pitch control range of ±10% (independent per speed).\u003cbr\u003e• Wow \u0026amp; Flutter: 0.025% WRMS, providing exceptional speed stability.\u003cbr\u003e• Rumble: -73 dB (DIN B), minimizing background mechanical noise.\u003cbr\u003e• Tonearm: Static-balanced universal S-shaped gimbal suspension arm with an effective length of 230mm.\u003cbr\u003e• Chassis: 100% die-cast aluminum base combined with a double-insulated vibration-damping structure.\u003cbr\u003e• Weight: 8.5 kg.\u003cbr\u003eCore Features\u003cbr\u003e• Full Automation: Supports auto-start, auto-return, and auto-stop. It also includes a record size selector switch to ensure the needle drops accurately on 7, 10, or 12-inch vinyl records.\u003cbr\u003e• Memo-Repeat: A specialized function allowing users to set continuous playback to repeat a record from 1 to 6 times, or indefinitely.\u003cbr\u003e• Spring Suspension: Unlike the earlier SL-1300, the SL-1600 utilizes an internal spring-suspended sub-chassis, isolating the platter and tonearm from foot traffic and external vibrations.\u003cbr\u003e• Platter Off-Switch: The speed selector switch includes a built-in \"off\" setting between 33 and 45 rpm, allowing users to cut power to the platter while keeping the unit active—ideal for adjusting cartridge tracking force.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-Note Main Photo is from catalog\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Museum Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50583651188901,"sku":null,"price":650.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0489\/4359\/5685\/files\/Screenshot2026-10-06at6.01.52pm.png?v=1791270127","url":"https:\/\/waxmuseumrecords.com\/products\/technics-turntable-sl-1600","provider":"Wax Museum Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}