Technics - SL- 6 Direct Drive Automatic Linear Tracking Turntable Turntable

Technics SL-6 – Direct Drive Automatic Linear Tracking Turntable – Japan – ca. 1982

A remarkable vintage Technics SL-6 turntable, manufactured in Japan by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. around 1982.

The SL-6 is a technically interesting model from the heyday of Japanese Hi‑Fi. This compact turntable combines Direct Drive with a fully automatic linear tracking tonearm. The tonearm is mounted at the top of the player and moves linearly across the record during playback.

A notable feature is the programmable track system. With the 1 to 10 buttons at the front, individual tracks can be selected and played in a desired order. For that period, a particularly advanced technology, through which Technics approached the ease of operation of later digital players.

Features:

* Brand: Technics
* Model: SL-6
* Type: fully automatic turntable
* Drive: Direct Drive
* Tonearm: Linear Tracking
* Speeds: 33⅓ and 45 rpm
* Programmable function for up to 10 tracks
* Repeat function
* Automatic track/number detection
* Manufacturer: Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
* Country of production: Japan
* Period: ca. 1982

Condition

The turntable is in good vintage condition with age and usage marks. On the transparent lid there are some superficial signs of wear/scratches.

A fine and technically notable piece of Japanese Hi-Fi history, of interest to both Technics collectors and enthusiasts of vintage audio equipment.