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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)"
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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:** € 2812.27
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎧 Spin in style, preserve your vibe.

## 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?** € 2812.27 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## 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

- • **Plug & Play Simplicity:** No belt changes, no fuss—just pure, stable hi-fi sound with intuitive controls and hidden pro features for the vinyl connoisseur.
- • **Sleek Minimalist Design:** Elevate your space with a timeless black finish and silver accents that blend seamlessly into any modern home or office setup.
- • **Smart Auto-Lift Protection:** Automatic tonearm lifter gently raises the stylus at record end—no motors, no vibrations, just pure vinyl preservation.
- • **Precision Coreless Direct Drive:** Experience flawless rotational accuracy and whisper-quiet operation with Technics’ advanced brushless DC motor—your vinyl’s new best friend.
- • **Audiophile-Grade Cartridge Ready:** Pre-installed Audio-Technica AT-VM95C cartridge delivers pristine sound out-of-the-box, with easy upgrades thanks to 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 that protects your vinyl and stylus. Designed with minimalist elegance and built on decades of Japanese audio innovation, it offers audiophile-grade sound quality and effortless usability for discerning vinyl enthusiasts.

## 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: Excellent level up value with a great qualitytimeless brand - Oh yea and of course wow. Plays great feels great and sounds fantastic with the bundled cartridge and stylus. I upgraded to the 95 ML (Green) and it sounds even more full ( of course). Auto lift works as indicated by Technics and reviewers confirmed that it may take up to 60 seconds at the end of the record to lift. I am thoroughly satisfied with the purchase. The lack of Bluetooth may come back to spank me later but again I am satisfied. The one thing I do miss from my previous DJ style turntable is the platter light.

## 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 | #53,195 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #391 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!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent level up value with a great qualitytimeless brand
*by T***T on December 22, 2025*

Oh yea and of course wow. Plays great feels great and sounds fantastic with the bundled cartridge and stylus. I upgraded to the 95 ML (Green) and it sounds even more full ( of course). Auto lift works as indicated by Technics and reviewers confirmed that it may take up to 60 seconds at the end of the record to lift. I am thoroughly satisfied with the purchase. The lack of Bluetooth may come back to spank me later but again I am satisfied. The one thing I do miss from my previous DJ style turntable is the platter light.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Technics SL-100C
*by S***C on July 3, 2024*

Just for starters, I received my turntable a couple of days ago and I finally got a chance to get it set up and running. After getting the through the initial tweeks I now have it up and running. It took maybe 45 minutes at the most to get it setup, but believe me it has been worth every minute getting together. Setup was not that difficult, the instructions were easy to follow. Well now for the first listening. I put Howard Jones- Hide & Seek( long version) on and I’m here to tell you the clarity was amazing. Next selection was Andreas Vollenweider- Dancing with the Lion and it sounds simply amazing as well. And last but not least Checkfield - Water, Wind and Stone, this was another home run. This turntable brings out the clarity and brightness of the songs I could not hear before. Simply amazing. I guess if there is one negative thing is the Auto-Lift, it can take up to 60 seconds to engage and it can engage before the end of the last song finishes playing on each side of the run-off. To me this is no game changer. I simply just turn the switch off. Problem solved. I started using the Audio-Technica AT-VM95C cartridge which is included with this turntable. This is a good cartridge. But I changed the cartridge to the AT-VM95SH and this a major improvement to the overall sound. I’m hearing instruments in the songs that I couldn’t hear before. I couldn’t hear this much clarity with my Fluance RT85N turntable which came with the Nagaoka MP-110 cartridge. The SL-100C turntable takes your music to another level. I highly recommend this outstanding turntable, you will not be disappointed. Also I was able to get this at a lower price point. Cheers 🎶

## 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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