Technics SL-1200M3D Turntable

Pros: Great long lasting motor, with lot's of extra's for DJ's.
Cons: Not a stand alone turntable system, amp & speakers needed.

Disc Jockey’s (DJ’s) know that its the quality of your sound system is what sets you apart from your competitors. Other turntables on the market could probably compete with the Technics SL1200 Turntable System however this is my favorite....

Pros: Rugged construction, quiet motor, good tonearm adjustments,
Cons: Precise setup for home use could be time consuming, manual operation, dust cover not hinged,

Summary

The Technics SL-1200M3D is a industrial turntable with a direct drive high torque motor designed for broadcast and DJ use. The plinth (body) is a molded aluminum die cast cabinet with a heavy rubber base, which minimizes vibrations....

Pros: They are the industry standard.
Cons: So is the pc versus the mac.

When I set out to buy new decks, of course I went for these beasts. And why not: they are rugged, well performing and (after the stinging pain in your purse when you buy them) they keep their value. Most important though: every club features these decks...

Pros: it is travel worthy and rappers like it!
Cons: its a pain to work with long mixes with them.

Ok so you want turntables fair enough lets get started. I don't feel the need to tell you that it has a pitch of + or - 8% and that technics have been around for a long time. Whatever I own the sl-1200 MK3D's which is the painted black version of the ...

Pros: While rivals offer more features or cheaper products, I prefer 1200s because of their dependability.
Cons: /- 8 pitch control. Newer models have a /- 10.

I've had my SL1200 M3Ds for eight years and my 1200s (Amy and Julie) have never failed me (TIP: give your tables names so you take care of them). The 3D model is an upgrade of the previous 1200 models because of the rest pitch button, the ...

Pros: Best Turntable on the Market.
Cons: Nothing...Maybe the price tag.

If you haven't heard of Technics, than your probably not a DJ...or could not afford their very high price tag. Technics are the most used turntables, world wide. They are industry standard. Technics the company just have good quality products. Their...

Pros: Sturdy and extremely user-friendly
Cons: A bit pricey

I have these tables and they're just great! I would recommend buying hard cases to transport them if necessary.

However, DO NOT, I repeat, DO NOT order them from 1200s.com because I ordered mine from them and they never arrived and still charged my debit card. I now have to resolve the issue with a lawyer.