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product_id: 459578624
title: "Turntable, Premium Class HiFi Record Player with Coreless Direct, Stable Playback, Audiophile-Grade Cartridge and Auto-Lift Tonearm, Dustcover Included – SL-100C, Black (SL-100C-K)"
brand: "technics"
price: "$73931"
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category: "Technics"
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# Coreless direct drive motor for ultra-stable playback Adjustable S-shape tonearm with 6mm VTA range Auto-lift tonearm protects vinyl & stylus wear Turntable, Premium Class HiFi Record Player with Coreless Direct, Stable Playback, Audiophile-Grade Cartridge and Auto-Lift Tonearm, Dustcover Included – SL-100C, Black (SL-100C-K)

**Brand:** technics
**Price:** $73931
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎧 Spin in style, sound in perfection — the Technics SL-100C is your vinyl’s new best friend.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Turntable, Premium Class HiFi Record Player with Coreless Direct, Stable Playback, Audiophile-Grade Cartridge and Auto-Lift Tonearm, Dustcover Included – SL-100C, Black (SL-100C-K) by technics
- **How much does it cost?** $73931 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.mx](https://www.desertcart.mx/products/459578624-turntable-premium-class-hifi-record-player-with-coreless-direct-stable)

## Best For

- technics enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted technics brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Vinyl Longevity Tech:** Auto-lift tonearm gently raises the stylus at record end—no motors, no vibrations, just pure preservation for your prized collection.
- • **Plug & Play Simplicity:** No belt changes or complex setup—just effortless, immediate vinyl enjoyment with hidden pro features for the curious audiophile.
- • **Sleek Minimalist Design:** Elevate your space with a timeless black finish and silver accents, blending premium aesthetics with high-end audio performance.
- • **Precision Playback Mastery:** Experience flawless rotational accuracy with Technics’ coreless direct drive motor, ensuring your vinyl sounds exactly as intended.
- • **Audiophile-Grade Cartridge Ready:** Pre-installed Audio-Technica AT-VM95C cartridge delivers pristine sound out-of-the-box, with easy upgrades via adjustable tonearm height.

## Overview

The Technics SL-100C is a premium-class HiFi turntable featuring a coreless direct drive motor for exceptional speed stability, an adjustable S-shape tonearm with a pre-installed Audio-Technica cartridge, and an innovative auto-lift mechanism to protect your records and stylus. Designed with minimalist elegance and built for audiophiles seeking both superior sound fidelity and vinyl preservation, it offers effortless setup and advanced features inherited from Technics’ flagship models.

## Description

The Technics SL-100C Premium Class Turntable System lets you enjoy incredibly smooth, stable audio with the latest coreless direct drive brushless DC motor. Using technologies acquired through the development of the SL-1200 Series and the Reference Class flagship SL-1000R, the SL-100C provides a high level of rotational accuracy and speed stability for optimal reproduction. Designed with Technics turntables signature static-balanced universal S-shape tonearm, with a pre-installed Audio-Technica AT-VM95C cartridge for easy set-up and immediate vinyl playback. Auto Lifter function raises the cartridge at the end of the record to prevent unnecessary wear on your valuable vinyl records and stylus. The SL-100C vinyl record player has a sleek, elegant, minimalist visual design built with the highest quality materials - a hallmark of the Technics tradition.

Review: Technics SL-100C looks and sounds great! - The two main reasons I purchased the Technics SL-100c were the adjustable VTA of the tonearm and the removable headshell. Other things that were important to me were looks, sound quality, ease of use and value for money. Of all the new Technics black turntables available now, I think this one looks the sharpest with its silver accents and lack of "dj features." Sound quality is subjective, but technically this table measurably excels in all categories. I currently own three turntables that are each in a different room with different speakers. From my personal experience, it is really the room itself that plays the biggest role on the sound of a home stereo system. Compared to my Denon DP-3000NE, the Technics SL-100C is nearly its equal as far as sound quality. I can appreciate the differences in "tuning" between these two turntables. The sound differences between the DP-3000NE and SL-100C are difficult to describe, but, I would roughly characterize the differences as round versus sharp, respectively. Another way of describing this turntable's sound is neutral. I believe this neutrality also allows someone to easily experience the nuances and qualities of different phono cartridges. Playing a record is one of the most tactile experiences in hi-fi listening. As far as ease of use, this record player requires no regular maintenance, no belt changes, no complicated set up and easily switches to play different speeds. My own experiences with its auto-lift/semi-automatic features have been positive. I appreciate though the option to turn the auto lift off with only a flick of a small switch on the back of the turntable. I did activate the hidden features including auto stop, auto power off and changing the position of where the auto lift off activates to closer to the spindle. These hidden or easter egg features are activated by pushing the control buttons on the turntable in a particular sequence that are available on both the Technics SL-100C and SL-1500C. Instead of me describing how to do it here, I would recommend instead to easily search for it on internet chat forums and you tube videos if you intend to try it for yourself. Finally in my assessment of value for money, it follows the rule of diminishing returns in hi-fi. I changed the rca cables to world's best Mogami 2964s and the rubber platter mat to a Hudson Hifi Acrylic. I also added an IsoAcoustics zaZen II platform, a KAB auxiliary tonearm weight and a record weight. Not counting the Hana ML cartridge currently installed, it adds about $300 worth in upgrades. Is it worth it? Absolutely. Is it necessary? Absolutely not. This is a great looking and awesome sounding turntable. It is audiophile premium grade turntable that is compatible with a wide variety of moving magnet, moving iron or moving coil cartridges that adds value to an enthusiast who likes to swap out cartridges with ease. It has a silent advanced technologically engineered motor trickled down from Technic's most expensive turntables making this "entry level" version a good choice for most. My first record player was a Technics SL-QD33 I got for Christmas in 1985, it served me well for nearly 40 years. If your budget is around $1000 for a new record player, this one is a great pick and I highly recommend it. This is a fun hobby. Enjoy the music!
Review: Preemo turntable - This is preemo. Technics is probably considered one of the most reliable turntables in this price range. Direct drive, built like a tank, and looks great. Pricy but worth the premium for great sound and borderline heirloom quality.

## Features

- Accurately Reads Your Records: The high-sensitivity aluminum S-shape tonearm reads every signal stored in record grooves, for optimal tracking and sound
- Audiophile-Grade Cartridge: A pre-installed Audio-Technica cartridge provides high fidelity with minimal setup; tonearm height adjusts easily within a range of 6 mm, enabling the use of other phono cartridges for easy upgrades
- Auto-Lifter Reduces Wear on Records & Stylus: At the end of a record, the Auto Lifter raises the cartridge; the simple design doesn’t use motor power which eliminates electrical or vibrational impact to help preserve vinyl records from stylus wear
- Functional and Beautiful: A vinyl player with a sleek, minimalist design and elegant, high-quality operation provide an excellent listening experience
- For over 60 years, Technics has led Japanese audio innovation—crafting DJ turntables and earbuds that deliver clear, emotionally rich sound with timeless precision.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0B43261KW |
| Best Sellers Rank | #39,277 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #249 in Audio & Video Turntables |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (139) |
| Date First Available | August 1, 2022 |
| Item Weight | 21.8 pounds |
| Item model number | SL-100C-K |
| Manufacturer | Technics |
| Product Dimensions | 14.6 x 17.8 x 6.7 inches |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Technics
- **Color:** Black
- **Compatible Devices:** Speaker, Headphone
- **Item Weight:** 21.8 Pounds
- **Material:** Plastic
- **Maximum Rotational Speed:** 45 RPM
- **Model Name:** SL-100C
- **Special Feature:** Auto-Lifter
- **Style:** Minimalist

## Images

![Turntable, Premium Class HiFi Record Player with Coreless Direct, Stable Playback, Audiophile-Grade Cartridge and Auto-Lift Tonearm, Dustcover Included – SL-100C, Black (SL-100C-K) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61YKVtgISPL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: When you depress the cue lever, does the tonearm gently descend onto the record or drop like a rock?**
A: I’d say about halfway between a rock and a feather.  But seriously, it seems to work very well, and I think most people would be as happy as I am with this turntable. If you are enticed by the specs (and I think you should be) you should go ahead and go for it—no buyer’s remorse here!

**Q: Is the 100C a big step-down from the 1200GR?**
A: In terms of the drive system, the marketing specs make them look near identical. The big difference is that the 1200 is for DJ use, so it has pitch controls - very different use case than the 1500 and 100 models, which are for home audio use. The 100 is a step down from the 1500 in that it has no preamp built in, but if you have your own, who needs it? I will say that the 100C also has a pretty terrible stylus on it, but I used the savings over the 1500 to buy a VM95ML replacement stylus and could not be happier with the outcome.

**Q: Does the tonearm lift bar on your unit stay put when lifted or does it drop a few mm by itself?**
A: The lift bar on my turntable always stays a few mm down from the topmost position.

**Q: Works with 220’volts ??**
A: I'm not sure because I've been using it in the US and the US voltage is 110 volts

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Technics SL-100C looks and sounds great!
*by C***4 on June 20, 2025*

The two main reasons I purchased the Technics SL-100c were the adjustable VTA of the tonearm and the removable headshell. Other things that were important to me were looks, sound quality, ease of use and value for money. Of all the new Technics black turntables available now, I think this one looks the sharpest with its silver accents and lack of "dj features." Sound quality is subjective, but technically this table measurably excels in all categories. I currently own three turntables that are each in a different room with different speakers. From my personal experience, it is really the room itself that plays the biggest role on the sound of a home stereo system. Compared to my Denon DP-3000NE, the Technics SL-100C is nearly its equal as far as sound quality. I can appreciate the differences in "tuning" between these two turntables. The sound differences between the DP-3000NE and SL-100C are difficult to describe, but, I would roughly characterize the differences as round versus sharp, respectively. Another way of describing this turntable's sound is neutral. I believe this neutrality also allows someone to easily experience the nuances and qualities of different phono cartridges. Playing a record is one of the most tactile experiences in hi-fi listening. As far as ease of use, this record player requires no regular maintenance, no belt changes, no complicated set up and easily switches to play different speeds. My own experiences with its auto-lift/semi-automatic features have been positive. I appreciate though the option to turn the auto lift off with only a flick of a small switch on the back of the turntable. I did activate the hidden features including auto stop, auto power off and changing the position of where the auto lift off activates to closer to the spindle. These hidden or easter egg features are activated by pushing the control buttons on the turntable in a particular sequence that are available on both the Technics SL-100C and SL-1500C. Instead of me describing how to do it here, I would recommend instead to easily search for it on internet chat forums and you tube videos if you intend to try it for yourself. Finally in my assessment of value for money, it follows the rule of diminishing returns in hi-fi. I changed the rca cables to world's best Mogami 2964s and the rubber platter mat to a Hudson Hifi Acrylic. I also added an IsoAcoustics zaZen II platform, a KAB auxiliary tonearm weight and a record weight. Not counting the Hana ML cartridge currently installed, it adds about $300 worth in upgrades. Is it worth it? Absolutely. Is it necessary? Absolutely not. This is a great looking and awesome sounding turntable. It is audiophile premium grade turntable that is compatible with a wide variety of moving magnet, moving iron or moving coil cartridges that adds value to an enthusiast who likes to swap out cartridges with ease. It has a silent advanced technologically engineered motor trickled down from Technic's most expensive turntables making this "entry level" version a good choice for most. My first record player was a Technics SL-QD33 I got for Christmas in 1985, it served me well for nearly 40 years. If your budget is around $1000 for a new record player, this one is a great pick and I highly recommend it. This is a fun hobby. Enjoy the music!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Preemo turntable
*by N***H on January 19, 2026*

This is preemo. Technics is probably considered one of the most reliable turntables in this price range. Direct drive, built like a tank, and looks great. Pricy but worth the premium for great sound and borderline heirloom quality.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Technics SL-100C One Year Review
*by J***Y on September 12, 2024*

I received my Technics in September of 2023, and would like to share my thoughts on what I feel is the best value on the turntable market, one year later. Technics builds a wide range of models, all the way up to their 20 grand reference series. They've been designing phonograph players for 60 years and have built some of best selling models of all time, including the SL-1200 series. What attracted me to the 100-c was build, function and price. This model offers the same build of the 1200 without all the strobe lighting and pitch control DJing features I did not care for. The chassis is aluminum with damping material to reduce vibration. It comes in at 20 lbs. It features the same mid weight tonearm as the 1200 that will accommodate a wide variety of MM/MC cartridges and 6mm of adjustable height control. The auto-lift is spotty at best, but will eventually pick up should you leave the room and forget you have a record playing. I would suggest going online and learn how to calibrate this feature. The shell is plastic with no aluminum top. The feet are it's downfall. I replaced the rubber/ plastic ones with machined aluminum, sorbathane filled feet and this really steadied vibration and lowered the noise floor. The Audio Technica 95 conical cartridge is also budget and was immediately replaced by one of my MC carts. Alot of these budget friendly features are easily replaceable and upgradable but I understand Technics reasoning as wanting to keep cost as low as possible. The speed is rock solid on both 33 and 45 rpm with the same coreless motor used on the 1200 and many other Technics models. It does also offer 78 speed, but I have yet to try it. The brass platter mat (pictured) was another add-on and offers no benefits except for a slight static reduction and aesthetics. Finally in conclusion, the price, ranging from $899 to $1099 is a tremendous value when you consider prices for a well made turntable these days. To own a well made turntable, while listening to a well pressed vinyl record is second to none. This deck checks all the boxes for me, and one year later, I have no intentions of replacing it.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Technics Turntable, Premium Class HiFi Record Player with Coreless Direct, Stable Playback, Audiophile-Grade Cartridge and Auto-Lift Tonearm, Dustcover Included – SL-100C, Black (SL-100C-K)
- Audio-Technica AT-VMN95ML 2.2 x 0.12mil Microlinear Replacement Stylus for AT-VM95ML Cartridge
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