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Post by RadioFreeSteve on Dec 1, 2003 13:34:26 GMT -5
Howdy Folks, I've got an older deck, a Technics SL-M2. I'm pretty sure its from the mid 80's. I've searched the web, but can't find any info on it. Is there anyone who knows when they were made, technical info, replacement parts etc..?
Thanks
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Post by maxfive on Dec 4, 2003 19:23:49 GMT -5
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Post by RadioFreeSteve on Dec 5, 2003 10:33:12 GMT -5
Thanks for your reply (nobody else did), but its definately not an SL-1200. The base is wood, the power switch is on the right front and the pitch adjustment is in fron of the platter insetad of the side and the tonearm is straight with a P-mount cartridge. Its a really pretty record player and I'd love to learn more about it so I can fix it up. I did a search on teh SL-M2 and found a picture of one on a Japanese website, thats about it.
Thanks again for your help.
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Post by the music kid on Jul 13, 2004 16:26:09 GMT -5
I have just picked up the same model of turntables from my mom. I was wondering where i could find needles for it. I will also ask my mother if she knows any info behind the sl-m2.
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Post by King of Rock on Jan 14, 2005 0:57:35 GMT -5
The Technics SL-M2 is just like the M1, just different arms... M1 had a high mass classic "S" arm... M2 had linear track P-mount straight arm. Everything else the same. Direct drive. Just get the caps and parts to rebuild the sappy pwr supply yourself! A RARE turntable... Not one on ebay in over 6 months and the last one was broken and missing a power cord. Very nice table, in the pro-sumer range. (It's no SP-15..) Mid range audiophile grade, but VERY RARE!. That's what makes it cool. The finish on the laminate really is very glossy. Look for the M1 on the internet, as more photos are available for it. Just picture a straight arm. LOL!
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Post by audiotoys on Jun 20, 2005 13:48:09 GMT -5
I have had one of these for several years and it will go on ebay shortly. It is similar in design to the SL-1200 mk2 but intended for home use. It was made from 1984-1988. Very attractive (has a simulated rosewood base) and extremely quiet. There's a website with specs and picture at: www.vintagetechnics.com/turntables.htmHope this helps...
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Post by Padre on Sept 7, 2006 19:25:21 GMT -5
I have a fully preserved, lovingly cared for: MATCHED PAIR of the gorgeous SL-M2's!!
Have had them since brand new...and don't ever intend to let them go! I alternate there useage, so one doesn't get more "tired" than the other--and IF, Heaven forbid, one should give up the ghost, I've parts from the "twin" to be alble to salvage/repair at least one of em!
A rare bird indeedn...and I'm fortunate enough to have a sequencial set of them! Terrific !!
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Post by DEC33162 on Sept 6, 2007 21:59:07 GMT -5
I can understand the difficulty in getting information. Depending on the exact model of SL-M2s would determine the year. I've got a pair with a highly polished wood base that I bought brand new in 1984. Technics had just put these out when I got them. They're like fine pieces of art, to go along with their specs. I'll locate my datasheets and update you later if anyone is still interested.
Hope you kept yours!
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Post by molihe on Sept 23, 2007 23:10:17 GMT -5
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