Technics - SL-1600MK2 Gramofon

Technics SL-1600MK2 Quartz Direct-Drive Automatic Turntable with Technics 305MC Cartridge

Overview

The Technics SL-1600MK2 is a high-quality Japanese vintage quartz-controlled direct-drive automatic turntable, designed with a focus on precise speed control, stable playback, and convenient automatic operation.

It features a quartz-locked direct-drive motor and a sophisticated automatic tonearm mechanism. The turntable combines the excellent rotational stability of a direct-drive system with convenient automatic functions, making it both practical and highly regarded among vintage audio enthusiasts.

This example is fitted with a Technics 305MC cartridge.

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

Operation Check

* Power: Confirmed
* Turntable rotation: Confirmed
* 33 1/3 rpm operation: Confirmed
* 45 rpm operation: Confirmed
* Quartz-controlled speed: Confirmed
* Tonearm movement: Confirmed
* Automatic start: Confirmed
* Automatic return: Confirmed
* Automatic stop: Confirmed
* Technics 305MC cartridge: Included

Specifications

* Brand: Technics
* Model: SL-1600MK2
* Type: Quartz Direct-Drive Automatic Turntable
* Drive System: Quartz-locked direct drive
* Speeds: 33 1/3 rpm / 45 rpm
* Tonearm: Static-balanced universal tonearm
* Control System: Quartz-locked
* Platter: Aluminium die-cast
* Automatic Functions: Automatic start, return and stop
* Cartridge: Technics 305MC
* Cartridge Type: Moving Coil (MC)

Dimensions & Weight

* Height: approx. 15.0 cm / 5.91 in
* Width: approx. 45.3 cm / 17.83 in
* Depth: approx. 36.9 cm / 14.53 in
* Weight: approx. 10.0 kg / 22.05 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 Technics 305MC moving-coil cartridge is included.

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, dust cover, 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.