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TECHNICS SL-1500CSE-H Direct Drive Turntable

The Technics SL-1500CSE-H combines the legendary coreless direct-drive motor of the SL-1200 series with a factory-installed Ortofon 2M Red cartridge and built-in phono stage, delivering audiophile performance with true plug-and-play simplicity. Rock-solid speed stability, exceptional build quality and classic Technics engineering make it a refined choice for both serious listeners and vinyl newcomers.

$2,499.00
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Warranty Period : 1 year

Warranty Period : 1 year

Direct Drive Turntable System SL-1500CSE-H

An evolution of the Technics SL-1500C, featuring advanced ΔΣ-Drive digital control for improved rotational precision, now available in modern metallic grey.

Precision refined. In metallic grey.

New Colour: Metallic Grey

Technics introduces Metallic Grey for the first time, a colour inspired by the advanced ΔΣ Drive technology and designed to express a modern, forward-looking identity.

ΔΣ-Drive (Delta Sigma Drive)

Pushing rotational accuracy to an even higher level with ΔΣ-Drive, a digital control technology developed for our Grand Class, even subtle noise in the motor-drive signal is eliminated.

Technics Sound right out of the box

Letting you enjoy Technics sound right out of the box, the highly acclaimed built-in phono EQ and the Ortofon 2M Red are included as standard.

Precise Rotation via Analog & Digital Control

Coreless Direct Drive Motor Achieving Stable Rotation

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.

ΔΣ-Drive (Delta Sigma Drive)

Unlock a realm of audio precision with the ΔΣ-Drive – a state-of-the-art system harnessing Technics’ expertise in PWM signal processing. In addition to reducing harmonics, the drive suppresses vibrations from the motor for smoother, more accurate rotation, ensuring a rich reproduction of the music.

Technics Sound right out of the box

Ready to Play by Built-in Phono Equaliser

The built-in phono equaliser allows immediate playback without an external preamp. A short internal signal path minimises noise and preserves signal integrity, while the circuit is fully bypassed when an external phono EQ is used.

High quality Ortofon 2M RED cartridge

Ortofon’s highly acclaimed MM cartridge has been selected for high sound fidelity and more dynamic playback. Bundling this high-quality cartridge with the performance of the SL-1500C will maximise the sound quality of your vinyl records, providing you with audiophile listening pleasure.

Pure Sound by Phono EQ Circuit, Refined via Rigorous Listening

To preserve purity, the phono EQ circuit was refined through repeated listening tests. For high-quality, low-noise sound, shielding, dedicated ± power supplies, and separate grounding reduce interference.

Engineered Precision

2-layered Platter with Improved Damping

The platter on which a vinyl record is placed features a two-layer structure: an aluminium die-cast platter reinforced with ribs on the reverse side, and a deadening rubber layer to eliminate unwanted resonance.

Aluminium S-Shaped Tonearm

The tonearm pipe is made of lightweight, high-rigidity aluminium. The bearing section of the gimbal suspension construction tonearm consists of a machined housing and high-precision bearing to provide high initial-motion sensitivity.

High Rigidity Cabinet

The aluminium die-cast chassis is rigidly integrated with a special material consisting of ABS mixed with glass fibre to achieve a two-layer construction. The combination of this special high-rigidity material and a metal chassis raised the rigidity and vibration-damping performance to higher levels, realising a robust cabinet for beautiful sound reproduction.

High-Damping Insulator

The insulator is comprised of a spring and rubber to provide optimal frequency characteristics. This not only assures high sound quality and superb howling resistance, but also effectively shuts out external vibrations under high sound level conditions.

Automatic Tonearm

When the tonearm reaches the end of the record, the Auto Lifter function automatically raises the cartridge. This prevents unnecessary wear on your valuable vinyl records and stylus.

By embedding the Auto Lifter function in the base portion of the tonearm, it eliminates direct impacts to the tonearm. Due to a simple design that doesn’t use motor power, the functions required to playback records were kept to a bare minimum, achieving simple and easy-to-use operability.

Cardboard Cushioning and Packaging Materials

The SL-1500CSE-H adopts cardboard cushioning and packaging materials to help curtail marine plastics and other environmental problems. The cushioning has been changed from styrene foam to corrugated cardboard, reducing the amount of plastic used by around 70% compared to existing product packaging. We have also taken steps to improve convenience by combining accessories into one box while maintaining the strength of the cushioning to protect against the product’s heavy weight.

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Features
  • The Latest Coreless Direct Drive Motor Achieves High-precision Stable Rotation

  • ΔΣ-Drive Achieves High-precision Stable Rotation

  • Technics Sound Right out of the Box with a Built-in Phono Equaliser and Cartridge

  • A Short Signal Path from Tonearm to Built-In Phono EQ Preserves Signal Integrity

  • Equipped with an Auto Lifter Function That Allows You to Enjoy Playing Records More Comfortably

  • High-rigidity Body and High-damping Silicon Insulators for Smooth Sound and Isolation from Various Vibrations

Specification
Drive Method
  • Direct Drive
Motor
  • Brushless DC motor
Turntable Speeds
  • 33-1/3 rpm
  • 45 rpm
  • 78 rpm
    • 78.26 rpm when set to 78
Starting Torque
  • 0.18 N·m (1.8 kgf·cm)
Build-up Characteristics
  • 0.7 s from standstill to 33-1/3 rpm
Braking System
  • Electronic brake
Wow and Flutter
  • 0.025% W.R.M.S.
PLATTER
Turntable Platter
  • Aluminium die-cast
  • Diameter: 332mm
  • Weight: Approx. 2.0kg (including turntable mat)
TONEARM SECTION
Tonearm Type
  • Static Balance
Effective Length
  • 230mm
Overhang
  • 15mm
Tracking Error Angle
  • Within 2° 32' (outer groove, 30cm)
  • Within 0° 32' (inner groove, 30cm)
Offset Angle
  • 22°
Arm Height Adjustment Range
  • 0–6mm
Stylus Pressure Adjustment Range
  • 0–4g (direct reading)
Headshell Weight
  • Approx. 7.6g
Applicable Cartridge Weight Range
  • Without auxiliary weight: 5.6–12.0g; 14.3–20.7g (including head shell)
  • With small auxiliary weight: 10.0–16.4g; 18.7–25.1g (including head shell)
Cartridge Mounting Dimension
  • 12.7mm (1/2") interval
Head Shell Terminal Lug
  • φ1.2mm 4-pin terminal lug
TERMINALS
Audio Outputs
  • PHONO (Pin Jack) x 1
  • EARTH Terminal x 1
  • LINE (Pin Jack) x 1
GENERAL
Power Supply
  • AC 110–240V, 50/60Hz
Power Consumption
  • 8.0W (ON)
  • Approx. 0.2W (OFF)
Operating Temperature Range
  • 0℃ to +40℃
Operating Humidity Range
  • 35% to 80% RH (no condensation)
Dimensions
  • 453mm Width
  • 169mm Height
  • 372mm Depth
Weight
  • Approx. 9.9kg
Accessories
  • Turntable
  • Turntable sheet
  • Dust cover
  • EP record adaptor
  • Balance weight
  • Auxiliary weight
  • Head shell with cartridge
  • PHONO cable
  • PHONO earth lead
  • AC mains lead (UK & EU)
  • Owner’s Manual