Technics "Master Edition" SL-1200GME - LIMITED NEW RELEASE - PRE-ORDER
PRE-ORDERS with a deposit are now closed due to overwhelming demand.
However please email us at info@skyfiaudio.com to join our waiting list and receive additional information as soon as it becomes available.
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Hot off the press, Technics just dropped the limited "Master Edition" SL-1200GME and SL-1210GME turntables.
Details are just coming in and we actually don't quite know yet the price, or how it will be equipped.
Production will be limited to 1,200 pieces in each finish and we've ordered as many as we can get our hands on. This is limited release and will likely be a collectors item based on what we've seen in the past from other special models.
Both tables are expected to start arriving early next year.
Variants will include the SL-1200GME in silver and the SL-1210GME in black.
Once we receive pricing and more details we'll reach out to finalize your order.
Here are some of the changes from the current SL-1200G Series:
• ΔΣ-Drive (Delta Sigma Drive) motor control
• Multi-stage Silent Power Supply technology
• Tonearm with gold color painting
• Headshell with gold color printing of the Technics logo
• Top panel with gold-colored engraved Technics logo
• Logo badge "Master Edition" with serial number
• Dust cover logo sheet with gold color printing Technics logo
• Strobe off control
Details are coming in slowly so feel free to drop up as note or call to find out the latest.
Once we receive pricing and exact details you'll have a chance to complete the purchase, or receive a refund.
How does this pre-order work?
Drop us a note including your name and phone number to info@skyfiaudio.com and we will put you on the list. Each finish is limited to 1,200 pieces worldwide (2410 in total) which is actually a really small number for a company like Technics, especially their flagship model (best seller). Once we receive the price and exact details you'll have a chance to complete the purchase or receive a refund. Both finishes will being arriving in January/February of 2026.
How much does the GME cost?
We don't know and that information hasn’t been released yet. The outgoing model, the SL-1200G (now discontinued) is $5,000 so it will definitely be more expensive. Any price you read about online is pure speculation at this point.
I just bought an SL-1200G is this worth the trouble?
Probably not, the drive and power supply in the current SL-1200G series is superb. We don't feel there will be any discerning difference in terms of sound, or the difference will be somewhat minor. Technics has a history of making small incremental improvements to their technology, always moving forward, but none of them have been giant leaps. However, the gold accents, special badging, and limited production makes this model super desirable and a must if you are a Technics fan.
Can I trade in my SL-1200G?
Absolutely. There's strong demand for used SL-1200G’s. As of now we haven’t had a single used one available, folks just hang on to them. Reach out for a trade in value towards the new model.
Can I use my existing phono cartridge and headshell on the new model?
Likely but not certain. If you purchased a cartridge and headshell from us the calibration might transfer to this new model. This means you can replace the table without needing much adjustment. If you want to make sure you get the maximum performance consider sending in your cartridge for the 12 Step Premium Calibration. This would specially be helpful if you have used your cartridge a lot since it was calibrated.
How come I’m just hearing about this?
Well... despite our status as a top-tier dealer, we just heard about this model variant ourselves. Technics is very tight-lipped about all new releases and product development.
How is the new Master Edition equipped?
There are rumors that this model might arrive equipped with a pre-mounted cartridge, but we dont think so. Either way don’t worry, you will have the option to select a different cartridge from our vast inventory and have us calibrate it with our precise 12-Step Premium Turntable/Cartridge Calibration. More details on this coming soon.
How can I find out more about this release?
Once you place an order, we'll add you to a special mailing list where you'll receive periodic updates. We also have plans to get our hands on a sample very soon and release a video.
And here's the full press release:
NEWARK, N.J., Oct. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, renowned hi-fi brand, Technics, debuts the ultimate version of the SL-1200/1210G model. This sets a historical and quality milestone for the globally acclaimed series of turntables.
"First introduced in 1972, the SL-1200 turntable series is widely regarded as one of the most iconic in the world," said Bill Voss, Business Development Manager at Technics U.S. "Over the decades, it has continuously evolved, earning the admiration of both professional DJs and home listeners, and becoming a lasting symbol of vinyl culture."
Technics recently developed the ΔΣ-Drive (Delta Sigma Drive) motor control system, which applies digital processing adapted from Technics full-digital amplifier design to minimize motor vibrations to near-immeasurable levels. This technology, featured in models such as the SL-1200GR2 and SL-1300G, delivers exceptional rotational stability and smoothness. Until now, the SL-1200G and SL-1210G models had not incorporated this new motor control system.
The new Master Edition represents the final evolution of the series, integrating ΔΣ-Drive and a low-noise switching power supply to achieve the highest possible performance. Featuring refined gold accents and available in limited quantities of Black and Silver, the Master Edition embodies a decade of Technics' engineering expertise—standing as the ultimate expression of the SL-1200 legacy.
State-of-the-art Drive Technology
The ΔΣ-Drive motor control technology is capable of delivering the perfect driving sine wave signal for the iron-coreless direct drive motor. By using PWM signal generation with ΔΣ (Delta Sigma) Modulation, as employed in Technics' full-digital amplifiers, motor vibrations are reduced to the minimum, resulting in a super smooth rotational accuracy.
The SL-1200/1210G Master Edition uses a superb iron-coreless double-rotor/single stator engine. This design eliminates unwanted "cogging" and delivers high drive torque for superior rotational power. This new motor design has been thoroughly reworked by a reinforced stator board with non-magnetic screws to reduce minute vibrations and efficiently smoothen the sensitive tracking process.
For flawless pitch, a hybrid encoder uses a Hall sensor to constantly monitor and correct rotational speed. This technology effortlessly compensates for external influences, like a warped vinyl disc, ensuring a rock-solid, stable sound even for the most critical natural instruments.
Superb Mechanical Construction
In the SL-1200/1210G Master Edition, all electrical motor drive techniques are combined with the top-class mechanical product engineering that makes the "G" model valuable and desirable.
The 4-layered plinth is made of aluminium diecast and BMC (Bulk Moulding Compound), added by a 10mm strong hairline-brushed aluminum top plate and a heavy-weight rubber coating of the bottom chassis. This design results in an unparalleled mechanically rigid fundament suppressing unwanted vibrations for an undisturbed vinyl tracking process.
Another key factor for rotational perfection is the 3-layered platter made of aluminum die-cast, vibration suppressing heavyweight rubber on the bottom surface and an impressive 2mm thick brass top plate for additional vibration reduction. Including the solid rubber mat, the total weight of the platter adds up to an impressive 7.9lbs. This creates high mass inertia supporting an ultimately smooth rotation and adds an extra portion of high-grade touch and feel. Each platter for the SL-1200/1210G Master Edition is balanced individually on dedicated machines for ensuring nothing less than a perfect rotation free of even the slightest unevenness.
The high-sensitivity S-shaped magnesium tonearm with high-precision bearings, enables a high initial motion sensitivity, makes maximum use of the vibration-free chassis and drive technology for an ultimately precise reading of the information engraved in the vinyl grooves.
Highly efficient insulator feet utilizing the synthetic high-tech damping material α-gel shut out external vibrations from the standing surface for further soothing the tracking process for undisturbed musical enjoyment.
Latest Power Supply Technology
The superb qualities of the mechanical and electronic drive system are further supported by the new Multi-stage Silent Power Supply like the one used in our reference turntable SL-1000R. It is a combination of a low-noise, high-speed power supply working at over 100kHz and a noise canceling circuit. This circuit cancels remaining noise by injecting the reversed-phase current of the actual noise. By this method, a very low noise floor is achieved, enabling exceptional signal-to-noise ratio, improving the overall signal performance.
Sophisticated Product Design Style for a True Collector's Item
The SL-1200/1210GME turntable – being the ultimate, limited SL-1200 Series model – deserves tasteful style elements to underline noble exclusivity. Therefore, it comes with the following gold-colored elements as signs of differentiation from the standard "G" model:
Tonearm with gold color painting
Head shell with gold color printing of the Technics logo
Top panel with gold-colored engraved Technics logo
Logo badge "Master Edition" with serial number
Dust cover logo sheet with gold color printing Technics logo
Strobe off control
Commitment to the reduction of our environmental footprint
To reduce environmental impact of our packaging while ensuring that Technics products are fully protected throughout their journey to our consumers, the new packaging for the SL-1200/1210G Master Edition is free of Expanded Polystyrene (EPS). It is made of smart shaped cardboard, maintaining safe protection of the product, also including a cardboard box for the accessories, allowing ease of removal and storage. Technics has worked hard to transform all packaging to reduce the environmental footprint to a minimum.
Due to the discontinuation of certain externally sourced components, Technics will end production of the existing SL-1200/1210G models by the end of this year. However, the brand is proud to commemorate the conclusion of the SL-1200/1210 "G" model* with a true audiophile masterpiece. The SL-1200/1210G Master Edition integrates the finest Technics turntable technologies into a collector's item that is destined to become a legend in its own right—a testament to Technics' expertise in turntable design.
The new Technics Grand Class Master Edition turntable will be available starting February 2026 at authorized Technics Hi-Fi Specialist retailers in North America. Final pricing will be confirmed and shared as the rollout approaches.
It will be available only in limited quantity:
1,200 pieces (globally) in Silver (SL-1200GME)
1,210 pieces (globally) in Black (SL-1210GME)
About Technics
Technics is the brand name of hi-fi audio products owned by the Panasonic Corporation with main residence in Osaka, Japan. The Technics brand was founded in 1965. Driven by a constant strive for innovation and excellence within the audio field, countless legendary hi-fi components have been released by the Technics brand, many of them having set new standards in the audio world.
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