Technics SL-B200
FG Servo Belt-Drive Turntables with P-Mount System
Semi-Automatic Turntable SL-B200
If you are less interested in total automation but demand the hi-fi performance of the SL-B300, we suggest the SL-B200, a semi-automatic turntable. You use the cueing control to place the tonearm at the lead-in groove (or any other point on the record). Then when the record ends, the tonearm automatically returns to the arm rest.
T4P P-Mount Cartridge Connector System
Technics developed this new system to overcome the problems of conventional cartridge mounting and cartridge/tonearm matching. The cartridge plugs directly into the end of the tonearm and is secured with a single screw. There is no headshell, lead wires, or adjustments of any kind. This is possible because all aspects of these cartridges are standardized. That includes cartridge weight, external dimensions, stylus tip position, and center of gravity. No matter which T4P cartridge you choose (and no matter which manufacturer) you will enjoy perfect matching with the tonearm. If you change to a different T4P cartridge you still don't have to make any adjustments such as tracking force, antiskating, overhang, and so forth. Even the cartridge's compliance is calculated to match the tonearm's effective mass so that the low range resonance frequency will be in the ideal region to avoid excitation by typical record warp frequencies. Furthermore, the P-Mount system is mechanically and electrically secure, so you don't have the problems with signal loss or partial resonances. In short, specifications have been precisely adjusted and standardized to assure the ultimate in convenience and performance. T4P cartridges are available from a large number of the world's leading cartridge manufacturers. As an added benefit, these turntables employ a low-mass straight arm instead of the typical S-shaped universal arm intended for ordinary headshell connection.
Gimbal Suspension
The new straight low-mass tonearms on the SL-B200 feature our precision 4-point gimbal suspension which reduces friction to a mere 7 mg in both directions of rotation. The result is very high sensitivity for excellent groove tracking. The arm itself is crafted of lightweight aluminum alloy with high rigidity.
FG Servo Motor for Accurate Platter Rotation
These turntables feature a very sophisticated belt-drive system featuring an FG Servo DC motor. Speed vs. reference voltage comparison circuitry detects and instantly corrects any deviations. This applies to both large and small variations in platter speed. Therefore, you are assured of constant speed from the beginning to the end of the record. And wow and flutter are minimized to avoid unnatural warbling or other modulation distortion.
The belt itself is manufactured to resist changes in temperature or humidity. So you enjoy long-term dependability, year after year.
Electronic Soft-Touch Controls on Front Panel
All controls including cueing are outside the dust cover so you have easy access without danger of knocking the tonearm across a record. Start/Stop and speed (33-1/3 or 45 rpm) buttons are of the comfortable soft-touch type that assures quick positive control
Electronic Speed Switching
many belt-drive turntables use stepped pulleys and mechanical belt shifters to change from 33-1/3 to 45 rpm or vice versa. Naturally, this shortens belt life and lessens overall reliability since there are more moving parts.
The SL-B200 depend on completely electronic speed switching which is quick, smooth and silent.
Pitch Control and Illuminated Stroboscope
These turntables are equipped with pitch controls, that let you vary speed away from the set standard. This is useful if you are into music and want to analyze a section at slightly slower speed or if you want to "tune" the record to match your own instrument pitch. Strobe markings and a stroboscope let you return to exactly standard speed when desired.
TNRC Base Construction
The turntable base may appear similar to others, but actually it's made of an exclusive material called TNRC. This is a Technics non-resonant compound that absorbs vibrations, damps resonances, and shuts out acoustic feedback. The result is clear sound quality, with virtually no sonic garbage introduced by external vibrations.
Additional Features on the SL-B200
Aluminum diecast rigid gimbal suspension support portion.
Precisely adjusted tracking force and antiskating for perfect matching with T4P cartridges
Ultra-slim design.
Specifications
SL-B200 Semi-Automatic Turntable
Type: Belt-drive
Motor: FG Servo DC motor
Speed Change method: Electronic Change
Turntable Speeds: 33-1/3 and 45 rpm
Variable Pitch Control: ±6% adjustment range
Turntable Platter: Aluminum Diecast
Diameter : 304 mm (12")
Wow and Flutter 0,045% WRMS (JIS C5521) ± 0,06% peak (IEC 98A weighted)
Rumble: -70 dB DIN B (IEC 98A weighted)
Tonearm Section
Type: Plug-in connector straight tonearm static-balanced type with oil-damped cueing
Effective length: 230 mm (9-1/16")
Overhang: 15 mm (19/32")
Tracking Error Angle
At the Inner Groove of Record : +0° 32'
At the Outer Groove of Record : +2° 32'
Effective mass: 7,5 g (without cartridge)
Tracking Force: 1,25 g
Applicable Cartridge Weight Range: 6 g
General
Power Supply: AC 120 V 60 Hz
Power Consumption: 3 W
Dimensions (W x H x D): 430 x 93 x 375 mm (16-15/16" x 3-21/32" x 14-3/4")
Weight: 3,3 kg (7,3 lbs)
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