A true collector's item for vintage audio enthusiasts and Technics aficionados! The Technics SL-1411 is the rare dark metallic/black version of the famous SL-1401. Manufactured in Japan in 1978, it represents the golden era of Technics engineering, bridging the gap between professional studio reliability and audiophile home equipment. Highlights for Technics Collectors: Quartz-Locked Direct Drive: Features Technics' renowned quartz-controlled motor for pitch-perfect speed accuracy (ultra-low wow & flutter at 0.025% WRMS). Heavyweight Construction: Weighs a solid 9.3 kg, featuring a die-cast aluminum platter and Technics Non-Resonant Compound (TNRC) base designed to eliminate acoustic feedback. Semi-Automatic Operation: S-shaped gimbal suspension tonearm with auto-return and auto-shutoff at the end of the record. Vintage Cartridge: Fitted with an ADC QLM 30 MkIII cartridge, well-regarded for its warm, musical sound and great tracking ability. Technical Specifications: Year of Manufacture: 1978 Made in Japan Weight: 9.3 kg Dimensions: 453 x 125 x 369 mm A beautiful, high-grade vintage turntable that is becoming increasingly hard to find in the dark colorway. Packed securely and insured for worldwide shipping.