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Upcoming Technics SP-10R (100th Anniversary Model)

Ok GAE owners, now you can sell your turntables, because upcoming Technics 100th Anniversary model will be a new version of the reference SP-10mk3 and they call it SP-10R. Finally!

http://www.technics.com/uk/about/press/releases/20170830-sp-10r/

"Berlin, Germany (30 August 2017) – Technics has today announced the launch of the Reference Class SP-10R, its most premium analogue, direct drive turntable to date, which is anticipated to hit the market in early summer 2018. The news comes as Technics unveils a prototype of the new, cutting-edge turntable with the world’s top-level* S/N (signal-to-noise) ratio and rotational stability for the first time at this year’s IFA."

"Reference Class Turntable Promising Outstanding Results

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:

https://youtu.be/g0AjawoIqmg

https://youtu.be/DKuYVWl8TpY

https://youtu.be/dFXzMs-fb88

https://youtu.be/0U2xkWCiQZw


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 !!!






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Dear friends:  I just received from Technics this email:

AXPONA Is Fast Approaching!

Be there April 13–15 to meet fellow audiophiles and music lovers from all 50 states and 23 countries worldwide. And be among the first to experience the new Technics SP10 Series direct drive turntable system.

The legendary SP10 Series of Direct Drive Turntables and systems are at the heart of the Technics brand—admired by audiophiles the world over for superior technology and performance. Building on their impressive heritage, the new SP10R and SL1000R are an astonishing achievement in direct drive technology, leading the market into a bold new era of near-flawless performance. Staff will be on hand to present and demonstrate these two new turntables, so don't miss out!

Visit us in Exhibit Room #678 and see, hear and feel the striking new flagship SP-10R Direct Drive Turntable and SL-1000R Direct-Drive System. The new Reference Class Series for 2018.

Let us guide you on your journey to rediscover music.

Join us at AXPONA: http://axpona.com


@ferrari275, read maybe it's time to listen and learn.



Regards and enjoy the MUSIC NOT DISTORTIONS,

R.


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smer319
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Sunny Components Inc, USA
626-966-6259.
We shall be displaying the new 1000 Technics Turntable at the Los Angeles Audio Show this Summer.
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chakster OP
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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 ?   
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chakster OP
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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.
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chakster OP
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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
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