Upcoming Technics SP-10R (100th Anniversary Model)
The SP-10R features a brand new, coreless direct drive motor which, in addition to the two-sided rotor drive system that was used in the SL-1200G, boasts stator coils on both sides of the rotor, for a more powerful and accurate sound."
"The heavy platter features a three-layer structure consisting of brass, aluminum die-cast and deadening rubber, just like the platter of the SL-1200G. By optimising the natural frequency of each layer, external vibrations are thoroughly suppressed resulting in a beautifully clear and crisp audio experience."
"The SP-10R also features a new ultra-low-noise switching power supply, which, compared to a power supply unit using a transformer, is better at suppressing unwanted humming sounds and vibrations. The power supply unit is separate from the main turntable, preventing unwelcome noise from being transmitted to the turntable unit, for a sharper and clearer sound."
FIRST VIDEO with SP-10R:
P.S. Should we expect $15 000 or more ? And the new plinth comin soon?
Power supply looks funny, but the design of the drive is great, i think we should wait for the new version of the EPA-100 soon. Good news the GAE was not the last turntable !!!
We have more Technics SP-10 mkIII on the used market, more than ever in Japan. People start selling them, i've never seen so many used MK III before, amazing. I wish i could find one myself for reasonable price, hope the price will drop down soon. So what's the reason? Was it beaten by the new SP10R? I knew the mkII was beaten, but what about mk III ? |
Here is a nice Technics turntable i have put together for a friend. NOS SP-20 turntable, Teak wood plinth, Victor UA-7045 tonearm, AT20SLa cartridge on Stax SH-7 headshell, and SAEC SS-300 mat. |
UK prices for the SL-1000R is about 40k quids and for the SP-10R it’s about 8k quids not 100% confirmed Must be available in June 2018 according to the audio interview with Technics representative.Here is a nice article and great pictures of the SL1000R and Sp-10R from Bristol’s Sound & Vision Show. And finally i can see a nice picture of the SL-1000R tonearm. Also for the SL1200GAE owners here is a aftermarket armboards from Ammonite Audio |
Dear @audiofun Many many thanks for your posts on SMPS and your outlining your standard operating procedure of disconnecting them before listening. The reproduction of voice was sounding harsh on my CD system the other night. I was paying particular attention as I was evaluating my new CD transport and DAC. I remembered what you wrote here and I went looking for culprits within the room. All became good when I pulled the plug on a Samsung Blu-ray player that was otherwise in stand-by mode. What a difference. From now on I will be switching off / disconnecting as many SMPS as I can in my apartment before listening sessions. Again, thanks! |
