Technics SL-1200MK4-K New Boxed

Why Choose ALBEPRO?

The power of knowledge, service and reliability

Quality, service and expertise always come first at ALBEPRO.
For decades, ALBEPRO has specialized in Technics® turntables and parts throughout Europe.

We do not supply ordinary products, but carefully selected and technically excellent machines.
Your Technics deserves nothing less.

ALBEPRO: your specialist, from purchase to maintenance.

Technics SL-1200MK4 – rare, carefully selected & fully refurbished

ALBEPRO has been supplying original Japanese Technics® models throughout Europe for many years, including the highly rare SL-1200MK4.

This includes both New Old Stock (NOS) units and carefully selected pre-owned examples. Only the very best units are selected for further restoration.

Complete in-house refurbishment

Every SL-1200MK4 is fully disassembled and rebuilt from the ground up by ALBEPRO.

• Mechanically fully inspected
• Electronically fully tested and restored
• Parts cleaned, adjusted or replaced where necessary

The result is not a “refurbished” player, but an MK4 performing technically as originally intended — or better.

Power supply & international compatibility

Every MK4 is upgraded with a custom power supply suitable for:

• 230–240V European mains voltage (including EU power plug)
• Switchable to 120V US mains voltage

This makes the player fully suitable for worldwide use without compromising stability or performance.

Selection & current projects

ALBEPRO currently has several SL-1200MK4 units under restoration.

Each player is only released once it fully meets our internal quality standards.
No fast trading — only carefully controlled and selective sales.

Warranty

All fully refurbished units are supplied with a 12-month warranty.

Experience

With more than 40 years of experience, Technics® specialist ALBEPRO has become an established name in Europe for high-end and professional DJ turntables.

Technics SL-1200MK4 – what makes this version special

The SL-1200MK4 is a Japanese domestic market model produced in very limited quantities within the 1200 series.

Main features:

• 78 RPM playback function (unique within the MK series)
• Pure HiFi tuning instead of DJ-focused setup
• Titanium colored tonearm
• Direct high-end tonearm wiring to RCA terminals
• Hydraulic tonearm lift with extremely precise operation
• Unique MK4 finish and typography

The stylus movement across the vinyl surface is exceptionally controlled and smooth, clearly distinguishing this model within the Technics lineup.

High-end signal path

The MK4 features gold-plated RCA outputs and a gold-plated ground terminal underneath the unit, directly connected to the internal tonearm wiring.

This construction later returned only in the newer high-end generation:

• SL-1200G GAE GME
• SL-1210G GAE GME
• SL-1000R

Last generation MK4

Based on our experience, this is one of the final production series of the MK4.

Subtle differences can be found in:

• Tonearm finish
• Internal mechanical tuning
• Electronic component selection

In summary: this is the final and most refined generation of the Technics SL-1200MK4.

Pure HiFi character

The MK4 is not an exaggerated design, but a purely functional HiFi turntable.

Everything is focused on stability, precision and reliability — without unnecessary additions.

Upgrade to European voltage

The original MK4 was only released as an AC 100V Japanese domestic model.

ALBEPRO has fully upgraded these units with:

• European power supply (PCB upgrade)
• Ceramic fuses
• European mains connector
• 220–240V 50Hz compatibility

The player also remains suitable for 110–127V regions such as the United States.

Included accessories

• Technics headshell amd wiring
• Overhang gauge
• MK4 counterweight
• Auxiliary weight
• MK4 platter with Japanese label
• Technics rubber mat
• 4x titanium MK4 feet
• Dust cover with hinges
• 45 RPM adapter

Specifications (main features)

• Pitch control ±8%
• Torque 1.5 kg/cm
• Direct drive (0.7 sec start-up)
• Quartz lock
• Wow & flutter 0.025% WRMS
• Rumble -78 dB (DIN B)
• S-shaped tonearm
• Gold-plated RCA outputs
• 33 / 45 / 78 RPM
• Adjustable tonearm height 0–6 mm
• Aluminium diecast platter
• Shock-absorbing feet construction
• AC 110–127V / 220–240V 50/60Hz

ALBEPRO – Technics® specialist of the Benelux

ALBEPRO is an authorized Technics® dealer and service center.

We provide:

• Specialized service
• Refurbishments and upgrades
• Maintenance and repairs
• Fast delivery
• High-level technical support