Technics - SL-MA1 Fully Automatic Direct-Drive Quartz Turntable

Technics SL-MA1 Quartz Direct-Drive Turntable

Overview

The Technics SL-MA1 is a high-end Japanese vintage quartz-controlled direct-drive turntable, featuring sophisticated engineering, precise speed control, and a sleek design.

It features a quartz-locked direct-drive system and an electronically controlled tonearm, providing highly stable platter rotation and precise tonearm operation.

This example has been tested and its basic operation has been confirmed.

A SONY XL-300G cartridge is included. Please note that the stylus is not included.

Operation Check

* Power: Confirmed
* Turntable rotation: Confirmed
* 33 1/3 rpm operation: Confirmed
* 45 rpm operation: Confirmed
* Quartz-controlled speed: Confirmed
* Tonearm operation: Confirmed
* Automatic functions: Confirmed
* SONY XL-300G cartridge: Included
* Stylus: Not included

Specifications

* Brand: Technics
* Model: SL-MA1
* Type: Quartz Direct-Drive Turntable
* Drive System: Quartz-controlled direct drive
* Speeds: 33 1/3 rpm / 45 rpm
* Tonearm: Electronically controlled linear tracking tonearm
* Speed Control: Quartz-locked
* Cartridge: SONY XL-300G included
* Stylus: Not included

Dimensions & Weight

* Height: approx. 10.5 cm / 4.13 in
* Width: approx. 45.3 cm / 17.83 in
* Depth: approx. 37.0 cm / 14.57 in
* Weight: approx. 7.5 kg / 16.53 lb

Condition

The turntable is in used vintage condition with some scratches and dirt consistent with its age and previous use.

The turntable has been tested and its basic operation has been confirmed.

A SONY XL-300G cartridge is included, but the stylus is not included. Please note that a compatible stylus will need to be installed before the cartridge can be used for record playback.

Please carefully review all photographs, as they form an important part of the description and show the actual condition of the item.

Packaging & Shipping

The turntable will be carefully packed with appropriate protective materials to minimize the risk of damage during international transportation.

Special attention will be paid to protecting the tonearm, cartridge, platter, and other delicate components during shipping.

International shipping will be arranged from Japan using a reliable shipping service with tracking.

Import Duties & Taxes

Import duties, VAT, customs fees, and other taxes are not included in the item price or shipping cost unless otherwise stated.

Any such charges imposed by the destination country are the responsibility of the buyer.

Please check the customs and import regulations of your country before purchasing.

Authenticity & Seller Information

This is an authentic original Technics product.

The item is sourced in Japan and carefully checked before listing. We specialize in Japanese vintage audio equipment and other authentic pre-owned items.

We hold a Japanese antique dealer’s license and take care to handle and describe our items accurately.

Thank you for viewing this vintage Technics turntable from Japan.