Getting my mk2’s in 97 was a special moment. I have a set of mk5s now which I’ll never change from. Technics have gone off in a strange direction and the mk7 doesn’t look like a technics, time they rebooted the mk2 without the dip.
My good friend just got a set of these last week. We both have used every technics model since the mid-nineties. I have to admit these felt like a clone or something, I couldn't tell my buddy that I wouldn't even think about changing from my fully customized M3D's. Oh well, hope that people do get that great feeling of opening their first box and owning a 1200, it was an important part of my life as well.
I don't DJ, I just enjoy listening to records. I've had a few turntables varying in price and they all were pretty cheap in terms of build quality and material. I ended up buying a SL-1200MK3D and unboxing it was one of the best experiences handling a new turntable (despite it obviously being older). I don't see myself ever getting rid of it.
This has been quite an informative review. It's probably helped many people who weren't sure about purchasing these turntables or not. Considering that many DJs (since this is a turntable aimed at DJs) nowadays use DVS, the idea of a digital pitch is not that crazy, after all. For those DJs who play records and love the feeling of an analog pitch, a great option could be, in my opinion, a pair of second hand 1200s, or the new turntable from Audio Technica (AT-LP140XP) which they claim to be fully analogue, however I haven't found much information about its reliability and how it actually performs. The test made putting the MK7 on a Subwoofer suggests that if someone is looking to bring the turntables at gigs, there are better options, however, as Mojaxx said, if you don't plan to bring the decks out, you shouldn't be worrying about it. Personally, if I had to spend 2000 US for a pair of brand new Technics, I would keep them safe at home for my own use. Now this is just a personal consideration, but as I have owned 1200s in the past, my biggest concern is the durability of these new turntables, if compared to the old ones, and it's going to take a long time before anyone can talk about it. I mean, nowadays most the products we use have a lifespan; phones, computers, no matter how well you take care of them, after a few years magically start to malfunction, so you are forced to upgrade, and this is one way big corporations make money. In conclusion, if I had to spend 1000 US (which is still a good amount of money) for a turntable, I would seriously consider adding 400 US more and go for the GR. (I don't care if the turntable is made in Malaysia rather than in Japan, if it were only to reduce the labor costs, but if cheaper materials are used, this will inevitably result in less quality). I do miss the years when you could get a 1200 for 400 US, but times change (not always for the best) and prices change accordingly; meals don't cost the same, clothes don't cost the same and so on; DJ Equipment has always been expensive, and a pair of flagship CDJs is not going to cost much less than a pair of 1200. Peace ;-)
in fact on the mojaxx review on the GR it was positive if not for the pins that can still be replaced with those of a mk2..but for the rest I think that his review on the GR was positive
Happy to hear fully comprehensive review after using them fully, even to go as far as testing the isolation, it's the sort of information proper dj's need to know. Respect.
I just pulled the trigger on the SL1200M7L’s in red. I have mk2’s. I’ve had 6 pairs in my time and I’ve never owned new ones. They will never leave the house and honestly if they can’t handle the vibration of a pair of Rokit 5’s then I still don’t care. I cannot wait to unbox these.
I currently own a mk2, mk5, and mk7. The mk7 by far has the best pitch control out of all the models I have ever owned. I have the mk7 sitting on a custom table between some Klipsch Cornwall III’s, which I get some high volume with great bass response; I have not had any issues with feedback.
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Nice review. The two points you have concerns about may be addressable. 1 Total Mass: There are two methods for this, one better than the other. First is to place the TT on a massive slab. I use a granite block. This helps a little (very little tbh) with floor-borne vibration. Second is to open op the unit and lay down dynamat on any spare surface. I have not done this with a Mk7 but have done this with Mk2, Mk5, and two Mk5g. It is a lot of work, but hey it works a treat and there is a sense of solidity. 1. Feet / Isolation: This is easily rectified with aftermarket feet. I have used Isonoe Feet (essentially 4 mini trampolines). This is the single best upgrade you can do to a Technics. I have also used Maglev feet purchased on Ebay. Not quite as good but still cheap and effective.
Was thinking the same. I want to use these in a heavy bass environment where feedback can be an issue. I rather not use feedback suppression in a driverack if I don’t have to. Tennis balls and granite slabs seem to do the trick. I have thought to buy these and use ISONOE feet. Out of the box this is disappointing though, I hate to take the chance on a “what if”. But, they can always be returned.
Sounds bullshit to me.... Technics should not have issues or be shipped with issues as the mk7s have. Too many work arounds and costly feet etc, cartridges needed as after purchases wtf? Ripoffnics!
Ah yes I remember getting my 1st set of 1210s. I ordered 1210 mk5s but one of them was a 1200 and I was like wtf.. The salesman was like but its still the same deck, and I was like I have many pairs of Nike air max trainers, but when I wear em I wear the same colour shoe... Lol. Great review as always! 👍
Hey, that Realistic mixer in the background was my first mixer. Dont know if it was there in other videos but I had so much fun with that mixer. All that I could afford when I started out but I rocked some mad mixes tapes with that and 1 turntable with pitch control and a portable CD player.
The moment you mentioned about the tone arm play @ 5:35 I checked my 1210mk7 and I have the same issue, however once I locked the vertical height adjustment the movement went away!
I used a Pioneer PLX1000 and a SL1200 Mk3 for hifi use. Even with Isonoe feet on my 1200, it skips much easier when walking on the floor vs the Pioneer. Not a big deal for home use but I'm impressed with the isolation from the PLX. However, the Technics, even when 20 years older, has much better wow and flutter vs the Pioneer. The SL1200 is still my favourite hifi turntable too.
This its a nice review of the Technics SL-1200MK7. I like how you target everything that a turntable's knowledge to put your opinion's on what you like about it and what you don't like about it. This was a great review and I will look into more on turntables on the market when I 1st get my turntables I just want to make sure what fits my needs and what I enjoy using on even at home or at gig. Keep up the work Mojaxx.
I first experience with 1200s was back in 1991 with a pair of MK2s owned by the oldest brother of my very close friend. I did not know it at the time, but this older brother was DJ Palash who would later collaborated with Saeed and Deepdish here in the US in late 90s and early 2000s. Watching your video and mentioning how memorable it was for you to open your first pair Technics resonated some good nostalgia. I recall walking into their room and seeing the tables and flanked in between was a Numark mixer. It was like heaven when I first put my fingers on the records on those MK2s. Present day today I am now in my late 40s, and I recently picked up a used MK5. I still need a second turntable so I figured why not check a review on a the most modern iteration of a 1200. While the weight of the turntable may be pointless for what I will be using it for, I still have reservations and may just purchase another used MK5. Thank you for the in-depth and blunt review of the MK7s.
@@Joe11Blue I don’t think so ! The first 1200 MKII came out in 1979 in silver and a limited release in black. The 1210MKII was in black. According to Wikipedia: SL-1200MK2 Released in summer of 1978. this model came in both silver and matte black. The matte black version was available for a limited time in the US market in a 2 pack SL-1200MK2PK [9]. Technics improved the motor and shock resistance and changed the rotary pitch control to a slider style. This became the base model and is the oldest whose production continued until 2010. The older version of this model that was sold in the 1970s until around 1983 has a large 4-inch-diameter (100 mm) plate where the RCA and ground wires enter the unit, while the newer version has a smaller 2-inch-diameter (51 mm) hole in the rubber where the RCA and ground enter. International versions of the SL-1200MK2 included switches for line voltage and frequency beneath the platter. SL-1210MK2 This model came in satin black metallic finish and is nearly the same in function as the SL-1200MK2, although some of the circuitry inside is updated to use fewer types of pots and resistors.[10] The Technics 1210 series also had a switch to change between voltages on the underside of the platter. It was unavailable from official Panasonic dealers in the United States. SL-1200MK2PK This model has a matte black finish, and was only available in the United States. vintagetechnics.audio/showitem.php?id=YToyOntpOjA7czoxMDoic2wtMTIwMG1rMiI7aToxO3M6MTU6ImRpcmVjdF9kcml2ZV90dCI7fQ==
Great review Mojaxx! One SL-1210MK7 bought on release in 2019 Has a dead pitch range between 7~8% It's Not a particular case. Many others have reported this problem and with no answer from Panasonic. I have bought another unit in April 2021 and the Pitch works just fine! No dead zones. In my opinion, I think is just a Firmware issue since the pitch is Digital.
@@Eyeballpaul84 @Trance master I ended up buying a new set of MK7's but am keeping my M3ds too. I decided to get the DJM S-11 Mixer and use Serato with that setup while my M3D's are hooked up with a DJM2000Nexus along with a set of CDJs.
I have a pair, did not have any issue with resonance even for low frequencies. I did set my decks behind my cabinet which usually helps. Still any deck would have this effect. Thats why DJs played in booths or above/behind subs.
Wow! While I won’t be buying them because of the price, I am oddly excited... Perhaps because what you mentioned about technics nailing the feel of the pitch and the look of them! So I think (hoping) technics will address the isolation issue! Great review as always and thanks for sharing!!!!
MJ, great review! I own the 1210MK2, 1200MK2, 1200MD3, RP7000, and ATLP-1240 and as of late, the 1210MK7. I spent most of my time on the 1210MK2 and the ATLP-1240. The isolation problem is so real and it sucks. When I picked up the MK7 and it was so much lighter, I was like YASSSS, less weight, but that comes with the price of feedback, so i continue to carry my ATLP-1240 or MD3s when playing out. They do make for great studio tables, and i really dig the X2 pitch. To be real, I feel like I wasted my money, as the RP7000 and ATLP-1240 do everything the MK7 does plus better isolation. I will still make mix videos with my MK7s though. PEACE/ONE!
A venue I'm at got these new recently. I tried them last night (Serato control vinyl). Compared to my MK2s at home. Scratching felt the same, pitch bending mid mix was excellent. My one problem: that start/stop button didn't seem as sharp on stopping tunes on beat: it slurred more. Dunno if it was just me. But overall enjoyed using them a lot!
@@FaderFlosser That's why they last a lifetime.and are built like TANKS.while pioneer keeps updating their plastic toys every 6 to 8 months.And if they're outdated,then why does all these digital toys imitate em then?
I wish they would just stick to the old specs and just maybe use the great the stuff like the plug improvements. In this case they fixed what wasn't really broken in(1210mk) the 1st place.
So basically never get rid of my SL-1200MK2’s...right. Wasn’t gonna get rid of them anyways 😂 I unpacked mine brand new in 2005 and they’ve been flawless since day 1. Dragged them to a lot of parties when I was younger (Frankie Bones played on them and tagged each of them with “Bones”!) but they stay packed in my flight cases as my bedroom setup now. Still work as good as the day I unpacked them.
Not sure was it commented - but the tone arm lock should be "on" to prevent the tone arm of wobling (5:37) - this also happens on the MK2 if lock is off.
Great review. I appreciated this and your GR review. Thanks for being honest about the feedback. I also do not take my tables out. So if my M5G's ever take a crap I might grab some of these.
got my pair for home use couple weeks back and it was the first time I was unpacking a fresh pair of decks in my life. I owned mk2s who I got second hand before. but this was a really exciting moment, Im pretty sure it wouldnt be the same feeling with pioneers or any other brand. technics is technics. in terms of isolation - i am surprised to hear this sad fact from you. I guess clubs who will consider buying these will need to invest in better isolation of the booth/table. wondering if some of the iso-feet currently on the market would sort this out or other alternative approaches like squash balls etc. the ultimate conclusion is simple here - if you still own a well-working deck, then theres no reason to upgrade really unless you just want to treat yourself with a shiny new piece of gear in your room to rock those records. simple as that.
I own a Technics 1200 mk7 turntable. The Bad: A dead space between the +/- 7 and 8 range. It's lop sided. Meaning the weight on one side of the turntable forces it to be unleveled. The platter wobbles. The power cord that comes with the mk7s are kind of short. I have no problems with the rest of the turntable. It's good for traveling because it doesn't weight much. Despite the wobbling platter, it feels good to perform turntable tricks. And the popup light doesn't blind you in the face, like the Pioneer DJ plx-1000 does...
I have a pair of 1200 MK2, and when Technics released the MK7, thinking this turntable was better than my old MK2, I ran straight to the shop I wanted try this one. As soon as I put my hand on, I understand this turnatable hadn't nothing about a 1200...So, to have a better turntable of a MK2 it should have to buy the GR version...But due to the price I decided to keep strong my MK2 couple.
Thank you Mo Jax, I’ve been waiting for your comprehensive review of these. As a mid 40’s DJ, I also remember the excitement of unboxing my first pair of MK2’s. Setting them up, putting the Stanton 500 needles in the head shells, balancing the weight, tossing aside the thick rubber mat and staring at the red light reflecting beautifully off the spinning platter. I still have those 1210 MK2’s in mint condition, I spin vinyl and DVS. In your option is worth the cost upgrading to these newer models?
The Feel has got be "Real"!....Technics Turntables are those good old house shoes,that you jus slip on!..no files,drives or screens...jus pick up the needle!👍
1210 MK2 was the last thing i used. And it was my personal favorite. I was such a Technics Fanboy. BTW i use still the Amplifer in my „Sound-Bunker“ Studio. Work for 34 years now. L G 💭🎼👍
Nice work Mo! You're spot on about the the "feel" of the 1200. It's hard to beat. I have the M5G decks, which also have a digital pitch and +/- 16% pitch range. I've found the pitch on the M5Gs to be more accurate than the MKII and M3D. I honestly think the digital pitch is just superior. Comparing the MK7 to the M5G, I don't really see any reason to upgrade. Realistically, if Technics added (1) increased pitch range (2) option for more torque and (3) midi capability, I can see a lot of tablists upgrading. Once you add the pitch range, you really need the extra torque. And the pitch range is huge for a LOT of djs, especially anybody who scratches. Now, if Technics added the Controller 1 button/note setup it would be next level (I know I'm dreaming but it would be cool). I'd pay $3,000 in a heartbeat for a 1200 that operates like a Controller 1.
Thank you Mojaxx for always keeping it real 👊. Love the review! The feedback issue is disappointing. Wonder if putting in some sort of thin rubber or cork liner inside the body might offer a an easy solution. (For anyone might already own them)
Hi, testing the turntable directly over a subwoofer is extremely demanding and I guess that it’s not really conclusive, in real world conditions the MK7 would have been on a proper DJ Booth, probably handling vibrations much better, eventually without any problems. I have a pair of classic Technics 1210 MK2 in my home studio still working perfectly, but I would never put those guys over a subwoofer as well, even being a very reliable turntable as we all know. The MK7 are very interesting. Nonetheless, nice review on the video. Greetings from Lisbon
what do you mean by charging premium? its not a premium price at all. but of course, you have an old pair which works good, theres no real reason to upgrade.
I agree mate , back in the day new Technics sl1200 MK2 was 399 , now it's double a turntable for these I think MK2 Technics is more solid and will last longer then this , I have no idea why Technics just don' t remake a SL1210 or 1200 MK2 or Mk5 price it around 399 a deck , it would sell more then this !!! Theses look like cheap plastic sorry
The 78rpm feature is great for bringing my shellacs to the club LOL. In all seriousness: excellent review - I agree with all points. Sadly, the cheaper price is a reflection of - dare I say - cheaper materials than the older MK2s. I would rather buy NOS MK2s (which aren't hard to find) than the MK7 any day of the week. Cheers
@@FSwiftDJ i dont have any problems with the pitch at all. I started djing 25 years ago i didn't feel any difference from analog to digital with the exception of changing to +16%. It still felt good especially with no clicking when it hits the 0%. I guess you might have had a fault deck, because i purchased mine fresh from a warehouse, no middle man!
I think the Japanese have made a very serious mistake by not making this record player with the quality of the models that have been previously made. Isolation from heavy bass is the most important thing to a record player. That was the point when the DJs started using them over 40 years ago. This has rendered the new model virtually useless with vinyl and if you use it with modern DJ software it can cause a lot of trouble even when using serato or traktor because these systems are also very sensitive to resonance. If you add the cheap feel plastic materials to this sound and the assembly quality, we are far from the original MK2. This is a record player bought only by those who don't know the DJ business or just wanted to put a nice room ornament on the table. It's better for everyone to find a nice shape used copy of the old models.
He's has a thing against Technics. I haven't tested the MK7 myself and his points might be fair, but the GR review was a joke!!!! There was never any better turntable than that in the entire Technics Line up since its birth... and where's the sound review in here?
@@manukkee ummm hes a DJ his review is ment for djs not for Audiophiles. Yes the GR is a superb table for someone who just listens to vinyl and appreciates fidelity. But the GR is not a DJ deck its features accommodate vinyl listener's. So my summary the gr is amazing for audiophiles but not the best for djs. Brands like pioneer, reloop, and audio technica target djs with ther decks hense why they have higher tork reverse features and crappy audio quality.
@@micheallancton8984 Im also a DJ, what exactly makes the GR not for DJs ? How come the Mk2, mk5, m3d were the best for DJs, but somehow this GR is not for DJs ? What exactly makes the Pioneer a DJ deck , the feet ? you must be joking.... the fact that the GR has better shock absorbing feet does not mean at all it is not a DJ deck....or because it doesn't have some crazy FX on board ?....Technics is about pure quality and minimalism, not about FX and stupid functions, real vinyl DJs dont need that, if they needed you would see Reloop decks in Ibiza. Audio tehnica ,Reloop or Pioneer turntables are crap for DJs, they just dont have the quality of the Technics GR, they have lights and extra functions, but they lack the perfect sound quality and impecable build . Who is this reviewer after all as a DJ ? does he play in top underground clubs in Berlin using vinyl ? to me it seems that the GR review is done by a guy who loves FX and toys. Clearly this review is pure manipulation from Pioneer, Reloop that never made anything else besides some plastic in Malaysia.
The price for those decks seems to be OK...I am mostly interested in extended pitch range on those, since only few turntables have it. If resonanse issue is so pronanuced, then perhaps putting some Isonoe feet might fix the problem, but it depends how turntables are set up in the club - definetely they are not sitting on top of subwoofer.
U used to be able to adjust the pitch on old 1210s but you weren't supposed to some sound engineers when a club had one would not be happy with you taking a screwdriver to the turntable 😂
I have 2 of the Techincs SL-mk7's, the feedback problem is a real easy FIX, I purchased some rubber solid feet on ebay, got rid of the feedback problem for me, I prefer these MK7's over my PLX 1000's any day, these are real solid decks, for those of you who actually did purchased a pair of MK7's you would already know what I'm talking about. it's kinda odd that I now see a lot of MK2, MK3d, MK5, MK6's on ebay where you can buy 2 pairs of these for about 500 to 800 dollars, some are even in mint condition, but lets face it, old tech is old tech, maybe that's why you can score these oldies but goodie Techincs dirt cheap on ebay.
@@agilNRW I do know what you mean, I was able to find a Black mate pair for my MK7's TECHNICS-SL1200-1210-mk2-mk3-mk4-mk5-Adjustable-Level-Turntable-FOUR-FEET I was also able to find 2 TECHNICS RUBBER MAT (6mm) : PART NO. RGS0010A that helped as well on ebay.
I have a problem with my turntable. I don’t like that the tonearm lift only engages the tonearm in the last few millimeters. Is this normal? Could I have damaged it when securing the tonearm on the tonearm rest and moving the tonearm lift upwards?” Feel free to post this under a RUclips video for assistance or clarification!
The weight reduction will not be due to poor quality rather less heavy metal used in the construction of the mk7 because 1200 mk2 etc were analogue pitch mk7 are digital pitch but it's still the same pitch slider to alter speed meaning less metal gears to add weight so I wouldn't worry
What is the most affordable yet dynamic turntable for a bedroom DJ? Currently been rocking Audio-Technica AT-LP120USB's for many years now? They seem perfect for me ( Mix house and Techno), but then again, its all I know.
Well yesterday, i got mines, MK7’s love the look and i am Excited to Crank em’ up Today!!, The PLX1000’s by pioneer i owns Them Too, The MK7’s are Way Lighter🙄😩🤯Oh yes😂, Go Technics, I got the Silver Color Editions, Them Black joints i wants them Too, But i am Happy with My Silverado’s⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️
I have some Isonoe feet, and they would fit fine. But it’s about the baseline, where you start from. A mk2 with Isonoes will still isolate better than a mk7 with Isonoes. It’s about how much isolation is enough for your situation. As I said, in a home studio, these are fine. But in demanding environments, they need more ‘extras’ than other tables.
it would be useful to determine if the feedback is due to the feet, or the case. The original MK2 footers had a resonance at 30hz which is not very good either. Probably the same thing going on here. But testing is required to zero in on it.
Here's the deal, if you already own a pair of Technics 1200/1210 Mkx, then it doesn't really make sense to get the Mk7s, JUST. If you are in the market for the best turntable in this price range, then look no further. You wanna purchase them for your club ? Get a pair of isolators, and you will be just fine. Otherwise, in a home studio, as Mojaxx well said, they are quite simply the best choice. I can't even conceive getting anything else than a Technics for vinyl.
To people complaining about pricing: we don't live in the 90s anymore. Since the 1200s went out of production (2010) we went through a big economical recession. Everything has become insanely expensive, just deal with it.
MADE IN JAPAN. now that's something we dont see now. Totally agree. I gona stick with my 1988 Mk2 Japanese made even though they look tired with wear and tear.
Yes, they are the best. I have mine, And until today, there has never been a problem. I bought spare parts. and saved, integrated IC etc, is something unique, better than the new releases, congratulations, save yours, with love, because it is the best !!!!
@@stodec6024 You can get them serviced, resprayed like new with a professional laser etched decal logo just like new at temple records for 600 the air, also includes new LED lights and new leads
Maybe after the warranty is up you can open them up and try to fill them with something to bring down the resonance? Or some foam? Something to fill them up inside?
So today you can buy a pair of Pioneer PLX-1000s for $1,200 or a pair of Technics 1200 MK7s for $2,000. I owned a pair of MK2s back in the 90s "best turntables ever made" - however in my opinion if you really want brand new out of the box turntables "for the price" the PLX-1000 is the smarter choice.
The MK7 does the job and is a fine turntable. However, it does feel more like a SuperOEM than old school Technics, even if some specs-like wow and flutter-are supposedly better on the MK7. I’m happy with the MK2s I’ve had since forever. If for some reason I wanted and additional pair, I’d probably get the Pioneer 1000 to save a bit of cash.
*Other turntables have more torque, better isolation and more features for a fraction of the cost.* *Don’t get me wrong, i fully recognize what Technics did for the industry back in the 80’s but it’s time to move on. Especially with that isolation problem. Let’s be real, if your buying Technics you will probably be playing real vinyl.*
Jonathan Villalobos Watch out, we got a dinosaur over here. Look, if you absolutely *MUST* have Technics just get a Mk2. It’s better for playing real vinyl than anything currently on the market. DVS only? Pfft, get whatever you want, mate.
@@ReboyGTR Dinosaur?? Really holmes?This Dinosaur rocks, THE FLOOR!! I rather be a "Dinosaur" then a digital whore! And who said I don't have a MK2? Some Turntablelist still use TECHNICS. Classic's don't die.
@@ReboyGTR Who said i didn't have work?You! I guess you never heard of a Record vinyl cutter.Of course you haven't,you're a follower! Let's push buttons and watch our laptops.Good day mate!!
Yes mojax, great review as always a big fan of you , I'm a Technics guy and original vinyl as you know lol I think today a turntable is great for new djs but maybe not the older djs , as records are old , house, garage, drum n bass, jungle, hardcore or happy and hip hop etc so you got to have old decks Technics sl 1210 MK2 or Mk5 for that , it's like old vinyl represent a memory back in time of playing it ( my view there ) 😁
Getting my mk2’s in 97 was a special moment. I have a set of mk5s now which I’ll never change from. Technics have gone off in a strange direction and the mk7 doesn’t look like a technics, time they rebooted the mk2 without the dip.
yeah but mk5g's are by far the best looking they just need the pitch from mk7. 🤔
My good friend just got a set of these last week. We both have used every technics model since the mid-nineties. I have to admit these felt like a clone or something, I couldn't tell my buddy that I wouldn't even think about changing from my fully customized M3D's. Oh well, hope that people do get that great feeling of opening their first box and owning a 1200, it was an important part of my life as well.
I don't DJ, I just enjoy listening to records. I've had a few turntables varying in price and they all were pretty cheap in terms of build quality and material. I ended up buying a SL-1200MK3D and unboxing it was one of the best experiences handling a new turntable (despite it obviously being older). I don't see myself ever getting rid of it.
Had mine for a year now absolutely no problems Techs will always be king 👑 💯
This has been quite an informative review. It's probably helped many people who weren't sure about purchasing these turntables or not. Considering that many DJs (since this is a turntable aimed at DJs) nowadays use DVS, the idea of a digital pitch is not that crazy, after all. For those DJs who play records and love the feeling of an analog pitch, a great option could be, in my opinion, a pair of second hand 1200s, or the new turntable from Audio Technica (AT-LP140XP) which they claim to be fully analogue, however I haven't found much information about its reliability and how it actually performs. The test made putting the MK7 on a Subwoofer suggests that if someone is looking to bring the turntables at gigs, there are better options, however, as Mojaxx said, if you don't plan to bring the decks out, you shouldn't be worrying about it. Personally, if I had to spend 2000 US for a pair of brand new Technics, I would keep them safe at home for my own use. Now this is just a personal consideration, but as I have owned 1200s in the past, my biggest concern is the durability of these new turntables, if compared to the old ones, and it's going to take a long time before anyone can talk about it. I mean, nowadays most the products we use have a lifespan; phones, computers, no matter how well you take care of them, after a few years magically start to malfunction, so you are forced to upgrade, and this is one way big corporations make money. In conclusion, if I had to spend 1000 US (which is still a good amount of money) for a turntable, I would seriously consider adding 400 US more and go for the GR. (I don't care if the turntable is made in Malaysia rather than in Japan, if it were only to reduce the labor costs, but if cheaper materials are used, this will inevitably result in less quality). I do miss the years when you could get a 1200 for 400 US, but times change (not always for the best) and prices change accordingly; meals don't cost the same, clothes don't cost the same and so on; DJ Equipment has always been expensive, and a pair of flagship CDJs is not going to cost much less than a pair of 1200. Peace ;-)
in fact on the mojaxx review on the GR it was positive if not for the pins that can still be replaced with those of a mk2..but for the rest I think that his review on the GR was positive
Technics mk7 ortofon concord mk2 ,ghreat for DVS
Happy to hear fully comprehensive review after using them fully, even to go as far as testing the isolation, it's the sort of information proper dj's need to know. Respect.
I just pulled the trigger on the SL1200M7L’s in red. I have mk2’s. I’ve had 6 pairs in my time and I’ve never owned new ones. They will never leave the house and honestly if they can’t handle the vibration of a pair of Rokit 5’s then I still don’t care. I cannot wait to unbox these.
How are you finding them now mate ?
I currently own a mk2, mk5, and mk7. The mk7 by far has the best pitch control out of all the models I have ever owned. I have the mk7 sitting on a custom table between some Klipsch Cornwall III’s, which I get some high volume with great bass response; I have not had any issues with feedback.
yeah, I find the pitch much superior to my MK2s and even my GR
The Mk7 seems still inferior: ruclips.net/video/BtDn8dVZHHQ/видео.html
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Nice review. The two points you have concerns about may be addressable. 1 Total Mass: There are two methods for this, one better than the other. First is to place the TT on a massive slab. I use a granite block. This helps a little (very little tbh) with floor-borne vibration. Second is to open op the unit and lay down dynamat on any spare surface. I have not done this with a Mk7 but have done this with Mk2, Mk5, and two Mk5g. It is a lot of work, but hey it works a treat and there is a sense of solidity.
1. Feet / Isolation: This is easily rectified with aftermarket feet. I have used Isonoe Feet (essentially 4 mini trampolines). This is the single best upgrade you can do to a Technics. I have also used Maglev feet purchased on Ebay. Not quite as good but still cheap and effective.
Was thinking the same. I want to use these in a heavy bass environment where feedback can be an issue. I rather not use feedback suppression in a driverack if I don’t have to. Tennis balls and granite slabs seem to do the trick. I have thought to buy these and use ISONOE feet. Out of the box this is disappointing though, I hate to take the chance on a “what if”. But, they can always be returned.
Sounds bullshit to me.... Technics should not have issues or be shipped with issues as the mk7s have. Too many work arounds and costly feet etc, cartridges needed as after purchases wtf? Ripoffnics!
Ah yes I remember getting my 1st set of 1210s. I ordered 1210 mk5s but one of them was a 1200 and I was like wtf.. The salesman was like but its still the same deck, and I was like I have many pairs of Nike air max trainers, but when I wear em I wear the same colour shoe... Lol. Great review as always! 👍
1200 Sl stil the best ..
Reloop MK 700O
Lol that would have been a pissed suprise. What was the end result did you just keep or or have them fix it and get a black 1210
Hey, that Realistic mixer in the background was my first mixer. Dont know if it was there in other videos but I had so much fun with that mixer. All that I could afford when I started out but I rocked some mad mixes tapes with that and 1 turntable with pitch control and a portable CD player.
Same with me on the Realistic bought from Tandy! Got a holiday job and bought 2 1210s in black and that was when they cost about 300 quid each.
The moment you mentioned about the tone arm play @ 5:35 I checked my 1210mk7 and I have the same issue, however once I locked the vertical height adjustment the movement went away!
I used a Pioneer PLX1000 and a SL1200 Mk3 for hifi use. Even with Isonoe feet on my 1200, it skips much easier when walking on the floor vs the Pioneer. Not a big deal for home use but I'm impressed with the isolation from the PLX. However, the Technics, even when 20 years older, has much better wow and flutter vs the Pioneer. The SL1200 is still my favourite hifi turntable too.
Great, thanks. Now all I need is a Technics SL-1200MK7.
This its a nice review of the Technics SL-1200MK7. I like how you target everything that a turntable's knowledge to put your opinion's on what you like about it and what you don't like about it. This was a great review and I will look into more on turntables on the market when I 1st get my turntables I just want to make sure what fits my needs and what I enjoy using on even at home or at gig. Keep up the work Mojaxx.
mk7 is great turntable ..
I love my 30 year old Technics SL1200 MKII 😍
I got 3 pairs of the original 1200’s bought 20 years ago brand new. Only 1 pair has been used since. They still feel new and never let me down! 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻
Sell me one
I think I keep hanging on a little longer on my SL 1200's that I bought back in 1987.
rolf ski how about forever? 👍🏻
Purchased my SL1210 MK2 Back in July 1995 Still work and still love playing on them ! I'll hang on to them !
I don’t think the new techs are worth buying. It’s not going to really change much unless you just want to get a new fresh turntable.
Your absolutely wright ! l still have mine since 1987, still work like new !
Similar for me - as much as I'd love a brand new pair, my 1210's from 1988 are sat beside me and still work great
That realistic mixer in the blue box was the first mixer I bought in the 90s.
I bought one just today. Same reason you mentioned. 50 years old. Started 20 years ago with these. Today I‘m 30
a $1000? Honestly, that is as much of the review as I needed to hear. I'll happily continue to enjoy my AT-LP1240's
Incredible how similar they are to my AT-LP140XP's. Like same factory similar...
So did you ask technics about the resonance problem? I’d like to see a follow up video on that.
Here’s my comparison. As shipped, they are not nearly as good as MK2, butbpretty good with ISONOE feet. ruclips.net/video/mC6rvELGOiQ/видео.html
The Jeremy Clarkson of DJ gear 😉 Great review. Sold! 🙌🏻
I first experience with 1200s was back in 1991 with a pair of MK2s owned by the oldest brother of my very close friend. I did not know it at the time, but this older brother was DJ Palash who would later collaborated with Saeed and Deepdish here in the US in late 90s and early 2000s. Watching your video and mentioning how memorable it was for you to open your first pair Technics resonated some good nostalgia. I recall walking into their room and seeing the tables and flanked in between was a Numark mixer. It was like heaven when I first put my fingers on the records on those MK2s.
Present day today I am now in my late 40s, and I recently picked up a used MK5. I still need a second turntable so I figured why not check a review on a the most modern iteration of a 1200. While the weight of the turntable may be pointless for what I will be using it for, I still have reservations and may just purchase another used MK5. Thank you for the in-depth and blunt review of the MK7s.
Yeah just get another MK5. The older models don't quit and are tried and true.
Just got my first set......with the phase controllers....these tables are flawless
1981 SL1200mk2 in silver as God intended. Still going strong
The first black tables were MKII's.
@@Joe11Blue I don’t think so ! The first 1200 MKII came out in 1979 in silver and a limited release in black. The 1210MKII was in black.
According to Wikipedia:
SL-1200MK2
Released in summer of 1978. this model came in both silver and matte black. The matte black version was available for a limited time in the US market in a 2 pack SL-1200MK2PK [9]. Technics improved the motor and shock resistance and changed the rotary pitch control to a slider style. This became the base model and is the oldest whose production continued until 2010. The older version of this model that was sold in the 1970s until around 1983 has a large 4-inch-diameter (100 mm) plate where the RCA and ground wires enter the unit, while the newer version has a smaller 2-inch-diameter (51 mm) hole in the rubber where the RCA and ground enter. International versions of the SL-1200MK2 included switches for line voltage and frequency beneath the platter.
SL-1210MK2
This model came in satin black metallic finish and is nearly the same in function as the SL-1200MK2, although some of the circuitry inside is updated to use fewer types of pots and resistors.[10] The Technics 1210 series also had a switch to change between voltages on the underside of the platter. It was unavailable from official Panasonic dealers in the United States.
SL-1200MK2PK
This model has a matte black finish, and was only available in the United States.
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Great review Mojaxx!
One SL-1210MK7 bought on release in 2019 Has a dead pitch range between 7~8%
It's Not a particular case. Many others have reported this problem and with no answer from Panasonic.
I have bought another unit in April 2021 and the Pitch works just fine! No dead zones. In my opinion, I think is just a Firmware issue since the pitch is Digital.
I still am rocking my 1210 m3d turntables. They are still in perfect condition!
Keep um
@@Eyeballpaul84 @Trance master I ended up buying a new set of MK7's but am keeping my M3ds too. I decided to get the DJM S-11 Mixer and use Serato with that setup while my M3D's are hooked up with a DJM2000Nexus along with a set of CDJs.
I have a pair, did not have any issue with resonance even for low frequencies. I did set my decks behind my cabinet which usually helps. Still any deck would have this effect. Thats why DJs played in booths or above/behind subs.
The tone arm movement on the base is a experimental way to reduce vibration and needle skipping i think... Other wise awesome review Mojaxx!!
the last spot you want any movement is in a spot where if moved completely changes the position of the tone arm relative to the platter.
Wow! While I won’t be buying them because of the price, I am oddly excited... Perhaps because what you mentioned about technics nailing the feel of the pitch and the look of them! So I think (hoping) technics will address the isolation issue! Great review as always and thanks for sharing!!!!
MJ, great review! I own the 1210MK2, 1200MK2, 1200MD3, RP7000, and ATLP-1240 and as of late, the 1210MK7. I spent most of my time on the 1210MK2 and the ATLP-1240. The isolation problem is so real and it sucks. When I picked up the MK7 and it was so much lighter, I was like YASSSS, less weight, but that comes with the price of feedback, so i continue to carry my ATLP-1240 or MD3s when playing out. They do make for great studio tables, and i really dig the X2 pitch. To be real, I feel like I wasted my money, as the RP7000 and ATLP-1240 do everything the MK7 does plus better isolation. I will still make mix videos with my MK7s though. PEACE/ONE!
I have a pair of reloop rp 7000 mk2s I thought of selling to get these but now I’ll stay with what I have. But to mention reloop is a great turntable
A venue I'm at got these new recently. I tried them last night (Serato control
vinyl). Compared to my MK2s at home. Scratching felt the same, pitch bending mid mix was excellent. My one problem: that start/stop button didn't seem as sharp on stopping tunes on beat: it slurred more. Dunno if it was just me. But overall enjoyed using them a lot!
this is adjustable under the hood
@@iknNR Aaaah, thanks! Maybe I can sneak in and cheekily adjust it one day.
Love the silky smooth pitch on these tables.
Technics for life!!!
Jonathan Villalobos absolutely... I still work on my original decks that I bought in the 90’s!!!
@@bostonbandit2497 I still work on mine from the early 80s'.
No way, cheap, outdated shit....
@@FaderFlosser That's why they last a lifetime.and are built like TANKS.while pioneer keeps updating their plastic toys every 6 to 8 months.And if they're outdated,then why does all these digital toys imitate em then?
@@jonathanvillalobos7994 O I agree Pioneer tables suck...
I wish they would just stick to the old specs and just maybe use the great the stuff like the plug improvements. In this case they fixed what wasn't really broken in(1210mk) the 1st place.
and keep 8% how about shut up pls
So basically never get rid of my SL-1200MK2’s...right. Wasn’t gonna get rid of them anyways 😂 I unpacked mine brand new in 2005 and they’ve been flawless since day 1. Dragged them to a lot of parties when I was younger (Frankie Bones played on them and tagged each of them with “Bones”!) but they stay packed in my flight cases as my bedroom setup now. Still work as good as the day I unpacked them.
Dont sell for the meesly $400-$900 youl get, not worth it. Youl end up missing them.
Not sure was it commented - but the tone arm lock should be "on" to prevent the tone arm of wobling (5:37) - this also happens on the MK2 if lock is off.
Great review. I appreciated this and your GR review. Thanks for being honest about the feedback. I also do not take my tables out. So if my M5G's ever take a crap I might grab some of these.
Odeed buy em anyway, m5gs wont ever take a crap
got my pair for home use couple weeks back and it was the first time I was unpacking a fresh pair of decks in my life. I owned mk2s who I got second hand before. but this was a really exciting moment, Im pretty sure it wouldnt be the same feeling with pioneers or any other brand. technics is technics.
in terms of isolation - i am surprised to hear this sad fact from you. I guess clubs who will consider buying these will need to invest in better isolation of the booth/table. wondering if some of the iso-feet currently on the market would sort this out or other alternative approaches like squash balls etc.
the ultimate conclusion is simple here - if you still own a well-working deck, then theres no reason to upgrade really unless you just want to treat yourself with a shiny new piece of gear in your room to rock those records. simple as that.
Invest? No just 200kg of concrete slabs on the table
@@IDJEGOI sure, thats also a solution of course.
@@malysev how are you getting on with them still mate? Just ordered my first pair of technics going from reloops, seeing a lot of negativity on here
@@hesayshesay8839 absolutely no issues. loving them.
@@hesayshesay8839 how do you like the technics vs the reloops?
I was worried about the weight on this. Thanks for the review - I thought the isolation might be a problem!
I own a Technics 1200 mk7 turntable.
The Bad: A dead space between the +/- 7 and 8 range. It's lop sided. Meaning the weight on one side of the turntable forces it to be unleveled. The platter wobbles. The power cord that comes with the mk7s are kind of short.
I have no problems with the rest of the turntable. It's good for traveling because it doesn't weight much. Despite the wobbling platter, it feels good to perform turntable tricks. And the popup light doesn't blind you in the face, like the Pioneer DJ plx-1000 does...
Did you record the results of your feedback test? And would you publish them?
yer i'd like to see that too
Here ruclips.net/video/mC6rvELGOiQ/видео.html
I have a pair of 1200 MK2, and when Technics released the MK7, thinking this turntable was better than my old MK2, I ran straight to the shop I wanted try this one. As soon as I put my hand on, I understand this turnatable hadn't nothing about a 1200...So, to have a better turntable of a MK2 it should have to buy the GR version...But due to the price I decided to keep strong my MK2 couple.
Thank you Mo Jax, I’ve been waiting for your comprehensive review of these. As a mid 40’s DJ, I also remember the excitement of unboxing my first pair of MK2’s. Setting them up, putting the Stanton 500 needles in the head shells, balancing the weight, tossing aside the thick rubber mat and staring at the red light reflecting beautifully off the spinning platter. I still have those 1210 MK2’s in mint condition, I spin vinyl and DVS. In your option is worth the cost upgrading to these newer models?
C Sanchez dont ditch the old ones just buy these as a new toy!
one of the best reviews about the sl1200
2:05 wonder if Stardust - Music Sounds Better With You is on the deck. I use Roulé records to setup my needles, since some of them are one sided.
The Feel has got be "Real"!....Technics Turntables are those good old house shoes,that you jus slip on!..no files,drives or screens...jus pick up the needle!👍
no files? then and don't forget the records, a few crates of those...
@@djbis Thats all you need!....🚫 sync button!....lol👍
Today I tested a Mark 7 seven with light speakers closeby the table with a record of Billie Eilish with quite a deep base and resonated quite easyly.
Excellent Review @mojaxx !!!
1210 MK2 was the last thing i used. And it was my personal favorite. I was such a Technics Fanboy. BTW i use still the Amplifer in my „Sound-Bunker“ Studio. Work for 34 years now. L G 💭🎼👍
Nice work Mo! You're spot on about the the "feel" of the 1200. It's hard to beat. I have the M5G decks, which also have a digital pitch and +/- 16% pitch range. I've found the pitch on the M5Gs to be more accurate than the MKII and M3D. I honestly think the digital pitch is just superior. Comparing the MK7 to the M5G, I don't really see any reason to upgrade. Realistically, if Technics added (1) increased pitch range (2) option for more torque and (3) midi capability, I can see a lot of tablists upgrading. Once you add the pitch range, you really need the extra torque. And the pitch range is huge for a LOT of djs, especially anybody who scratches. Now, if Technics added the Controller 1 button/note setup it would be next level (I know I'm dreaming but it would be cool). I'd pay $3,000 in a heartbeat for a 1200 that operates like a Controller 1.
I love the DJCity, Mojaxx always making great videos for us!
Thank you Mojaxx for always keeping it real 👊. Love the review! The feedback issue is disappointing. Wonder if putting in some sort of thin rubber or cork liner inside the body might offer a an easy solution. (For anyone might already own them)
Appreciate you honest opinion. I think this maybe a good buy for home use which I have been waiting for.
Hi, testing the turntable directly over a subwoofer is extremely demanding and I guess that it’s not really conclusive, in real world conditions the MK7 would have been on a proper DJ Booth, probably handling vibrations much better, eventually without any problems.
I have a pair of classic Technics 1210 MK2 in my home studio still working perfectly, but I would never put those guys over a subwoofer as well, even being a very reliable turntable as we all know.
The MK7 are very interesting.
Nonetheless, nice review on the video.
Greetings from Lisbon
So Technics nails 'the feel of a 1200' by cheapening a 1200 and then charging a premium for it. Think I'll just stick with an original pair of 1200's.
Yep, big fucking joke
exactly. what bunch of marketing geniuses!
Spot on lol
what do you mean by charging premium? its not a premium price at all. but of course, you have an old pair which works good, theres no real reason to upgrade.
I agree mate , back in the day new Technics sl1200 MK2 was 399 , now it's double a turntable for these
I think MK2 Technics is more solid and will last longer then this , I have no idea why Technics just don' t remake a SL1210 or 1200 MK2 or Mk5 price it around 399 a deck , it would sell more then this !!!
Theses look like cheap plastic sorry
Great review. Addresses the real questions for any DJ
The 78rpm feature is great for bringing my shellacs to the club LOL.
In all seriousness: excellent review - I agree with all points. Sadly, the cheaper price is a reflection of - dare I say - cheaper materials than the older MK2s. I would rather buy NOS MK2s (which aren't hard to find) than the MK7 any day of the week. Cheers
Note: I have 2 pairs, one bought in 1979 and the other in the early 80s. Will be hanging on to these until the day I die
I still love my M5G'S! I remember buying them brand spanking new!
itimmy101 meh
Worse pitch ever on a Technics them
@@FSwiftDJ i dont have any problems with the pitch at all. I started djing 25 years ago i didn't feel any difference from analog to digital with the exception of changing to +16%. It still felt good especially with no clicking when it hits the 0%. I guess you might have had a fault deck, because i purchased mine fresh from a warehouse, no middle man!
@@FSwiftDJ agreed! The digital pitch on those were a pita to mix with. I am too used to mk2 analogue pitch I guess
I think the Japanese have made a very serious mistake by not making this record player with the quality of the models that have been previously made. Isolation from heavy bass is the most important thing to a record player. That was the point when the DJs started using them over 40 years ago. This has rendered the new model virtually useless with vinyl and if you use it with modern DJ software it can cause a lot of trouble even when using serato or traktor because these systems are also very sensitive to resonance. If you add the cheap feel plastic materials to this sound and the assembly quality, we are far from the original MK2. This is a record player bought only by those who don't know the DJ business or just wanted to put a nice room ornament on the table. It's better for everyone to find a nice shape used copy of the old models.
They are never going to send you another turntable. 😁
He's has a thing against Technics. I haven't tested the MK7 myself and his points might be fair, but the GR review was a joke!!!! There was never any better turntable than that in the entire Technics Line up since its birth... and where's the sound review in here?
lol
@@artworked agree, the GR is a work of art, that review was indeed a joke, obviously the guy gets money from Pioneer and other brands.
@@manukkee ummm hes a DJ his review is ment for djs not for Audiophiles. Yes the GR is a superb table for someone who just listens to vinyl and appreciates fidelity. But the GR is not a DJ deck its features accommodate vinyl listener's. So my summary the gr is amazing for audiophiles but not the best for djs. Brands like pioneer, reloop, and audio technica target djs with ther decks hense why they have higher tork reverse features and crappy audio quality.
@@micheallancton8984 Im also a DJ, what exactly makes the GR not for DJs ? How come the Mk2, mk5, m3d were the best for DJs, but somehow this GR is not for DJs ? What exactly makes the Pioneer a DJ deck , the feet ? you must be joking.... the fact that the GR has better shock absorbing feet does not mean at all it is not a DJ deck....or because it doesn't have some crazy FX on board ?....Technics is about pure quality and minimalism, not about FX and stupid functions, real vinyl DJs dont need that, if they needed you would see Reloop decks in Ibiza. Audio tehnica ,Reloop or Pioneer turntables are crap for DJs, they just dont have the quality of the Technics GR, they have lights and extra functions, but they lack the perfect sound quality and impecable build .
Who is this reviewer after all as a DJ ? does he play in top underground clubs in Berlin using vinyl ? to me it seems that the GR review is done by a guy who loves FX and toys. Clearly this review is pure manipulation from Pioneer, Reloop that never made anything else besides some plastic in Malaysia.
The price for those decks seems to be OK...I am mostly interested in extended pitch range on those, since only few turntables have it. If resonanse issue is so pronanuced, then perhaps putting some Isonoe feet might fix the problem, but it depends how turntables are set up in the club - definetely they are not sitting on top of subwoofer.
U used to be able to adjust the pitch on old 1210s but you weren't supposed to some sound engineers when a club had one would not be happy with you taking a screwdriver to the turntable 😂
I have 2 of the Techincs SL-mk7's, the feedback problem is a real easy FIX, I purchased some rubber solid feet on ebay, got rid
of the feedback problem for me, I prefer these MK7's over my PLX 1000's any day, these are real solid decks, for those of you who actually did purchased a pair of MK7's you would already know what I'm talking about. it's kinda odd that I now see a lot of MK2, MK3d, MK5, MK6's on ebay where you can buy 2 pairs of these for about 500 to 800 dollars, some are even in mint condition, but lets face it, old tech is old tech, maybe that's why you can score these oldies but goodie Techincs dirt cheap on ebay.
Which feet did you bought? sounds intersting. I think its cheaper then this mkstands pro dj isolation i you know what i mean
@@agilNRW I do know what you mean, I was able to find a Black mate pair for my MK7's TECHNICS-SL1200-1210-mk2-mk3-mk4-mk5-Adjustable-Level-Turntable-FOUR-FEET I was also able to find 2 TECHNICS RUBBER MAT (6mm) : PART NO. RGS0010A that helped as well on ebay.
I have a problem with my turntable. I don’t like that the tonearm lift only engages the tonearm in the last few millimeters. Is this normal? Could I have damaged it when securing the tonearm on the tonearm rest and moving the tonearm lift upwards?”
Feel free to post this under a RUclips video for assistance or clarification!
When you picked up a 1200 and you felt how heavy it was you knew it was quality. I hate to think the new ones don’t that feature to them!!!!
The weight reduction will not be due to poor quality rather less heavy metal used in the construction of the mk7 because 1200 mk2 etc were analogue pitch mk7 are digital pitch but it's still the same pitch slider to alter speed meaning less metal gears to add weight so I wouldn't worry
What is the most affordable yet dynamic turntable for a bedroom DJ? Currently been rocking Audio-Technica AT-LP120USB's for many years now? They seem perfect for me ( Mix house and Techno), but then again, its all I know.
Well yesterday, i got mines, MK7’s love the look and i am Excited to Crank em’ up Today!!, The PLX1000’s by pioneer i owns Them Too, The MK7’s are Way Lighter🙄😩🤯Oh yes😂, Go Technics, I got the Silver Color Editions, Them Black joints i wants them Too, But i am Happy with My Silverado’s⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️
“I was pretty gutted” ha. Def about to use that as a scratch sample
Thanks mo it's good to see you back ✌✌✌ HAPPY NEW YR
I have a pair of the mk7's and they are dope. Better than my plx's and feel just like my mk2's.
Moe Clark any feedback issues?
No feedback issues so far and the faceplate is made of metal not plastic it does seem like it will
Hold up
Hey Moe, same here but I can’t help but notice the vibration picked up if you tap on the top of the unit. Compared to Mk2s this is really bad?!
Would you still get mk7’s over PLX 1000’s?
One of your best reviews yet!
What if you just buy some better isolation feet? Would that solve the problem for a small expense?
Randy Levine Im asking the same question mojaxx
Me too... I was thinking about Isonoe feet.
I have some Isonoe feet, and they would fit fine. But it’s about the baseline, where you start from. A mk2 with Isonoes will still isolate better than a mk7 with Isonoes.
It’s about how much isolation is enough for your situation. As I said, in a home studio, these are fine. But in demanding environments, they need more ‘extras’ than other tables.
such a great and informative review, thanks a lot man!
Thanks for saving my money! I almost sold one brand new MK5 that I have because I can’t find a matching turntable.
My go to spot in Cincinnati had a literal marble slab for their DJ to set his turntables on. It wasn't just for show.
Nice to see my very first mixer in the background (Numark) 11:10
Excellent honest Review
Really great insights in your reviews, thank you!
it would be useful to determine if the feedback is due to the feet, or the case. The original MK2 footers had a resonance at 30hz which is not very good either. Probably the same thing going on here. But testing is required to zero in on it.
YES Boss. It's the feel. 100% Sad they are lighter, and can't handle the low end as much. But, for home, you maybe right. its where they belong.
Here's the deal, if you already own a pair of Technics 1200/1210 Mkx, then it doesn't really make sense to get the Mk7s, JUST. If you are in the market for the best turntable in this price range, then look no further. You wanna purchase them for your club ? Get a pair of isolators, and you will be just fine. Otherwise, in a home studio, as Mojaxx well said, they are quite simply the best choice. I can't even conceive getting anything else than a Technics for vinyl.
Respect from turkey 👊😎
To people complaining about pricing: we don't live in the 90s anymore.
Since the 1200s went out of production (2010) we went through a big economical recession.
Everything has become insanely expensive, just deal with it.
now why would i want to do that ,when i could buy something cheaper and better
Nothing beats the 1200 MK2 made in Japan. Bivolt, great
MADE IN JAPAN. now that's something we dont see now. Totally agree. I gona stick with my 1988 Mk2 Japanese made even though they look tired with wear and tear.
Yes, they are the best.
I have mine, And until today, there has never been a problem. I bought spare parts. and saved, integrated IC etc,
is something unique, better than the new releases, congratulations, save yours, with love, because it is the best !!!!
@@stodec6024 You can get them serviced, resprayed like new with a professional laser etched decal logo just like new at temple records for 600 the air, also includes new LED lights and new leads
@@DjEdsonAssis lol I got a box of spares too ha ha
Maybe after the warranty is up you can open them up and try to fill them with something to bring down the resonance? Or some foam? Something to fill them up inside?
They have the color silver now That's the one I like the silver color
So today you can buy a pair of Pioneer PLX-1000s for $1,200 or a pair of Technics 1200 MK7s for $2,000. I owned a pair of MK2s back in the 90s "best turntables ever made" - however in my opinion if you really want brand new out of the box turntables "for the price" the PLX-1000 is the smarter choice.
Can we get a Mk7 Vs Gr comparison?
Great review 👏 what vinyl weights are being used here please?
The MK7 does the job and is a fine turntable. However, it does feel more like a SuperOEM than old school Technics, even if some specs-like wow and flutter-are supposedly better on the MK7.
I’m happy with the MK2s I’ve had since forever. If for some reason I wanted and additional pair, I’d probably get the Pioneer 1000 to save a bit of cash.
*Other turntables have more torque, better isolation and more features for a fraction of the cost.*
*Don’t get me wrong, i fully recognize what Technics did for the industry back in the 80’s but it’s time to move on. Especially with that isolation problem. Let’s be real, if your buying Technics you will probably be playing real vinyl.*
+ReboyGTR How long have you been working for pioneer and serato?
Jonathan Villalobos Watch out, we got a dinosaur over here.
Look, if you absolutely *MUST* have Technics just get a Mk2. It’s better for playing real vinyl than anything currently on the market.
DVS only? Pfft, get whatever you want, mate.
@@ReboyGTR Dinosaur?? Really holmes?This Dinosaur rocks, THE FLOOR!! I rather be a "Dinosaur" then a digital whore! And who said I don't have a MK2? Some Turntablelist still use TECHNICS. Classic's don't die.
Jonathan Villalobos Good luck finding work with that attitude. Godspeed.
@@ReboyGTR Who said i didn't have work?You! I guess you never heard of a Record vinyl cutter.Of course you haven't,you're a follower! Let's push buttons and watch our laptops.Good day mate!!
Re-opening this thread.... any update or external products to deal with the vibrations?
Respect from Canada, Eh !!!
Awesome review, very comprehensive.
I play on a pair of MK7s in a club every week. There is feedback issues with these I have to do alot to make them solid.
If he says that the MK7 is worth $1000, that's saying something... Because, I didn't believe so. Especially since the Reloop 8000mk2 is only $700...
im in agreement with you
I personally wanna get the 8000’s. Techs are great but this makes it really tough to stick with them.
The Mk7 sucks: ruclips.net/video/BtDn8dVZHHQ/видео.html
Yes mojax, great review as always a big fan of you , I'm a Technics guy and original vinyl as you know lol
I think today a turntable is great for new djs but maybe not the older djs , as records are old , house, garage, drum n bass, jungle, hardcore or happy and hip hop etc
so you got to have old decks Technics sl 1210 MK2 or Mk5 for that , it's like old vinyl represent a memory back in time of playing it ( my view there ) 😁
@1:02 The moment you are unboxing it and held the table in one hand was for me a big time saver. -> Next video..
So true. I watched on though, utterly amazed by Mojaxx's strength until he spoke of the weight.
I would loved to have see your vibration test footage (not doubting your results in any way, just curious)