Technics SL-DL5
A direct-drive, fully automatic turntable with linear tracking and microcomputer control, .
Overview
The Technics SL-DL5 is a high-end linear-tracking turntable made by Technics. It's a fully automatic direct-drive model with a dynamically balanced linear tracking tonearm controlled by a microcomputer. All operations are consolidated into four keys, and it automatically detects record size and rotation speed, performing auto lead-in. The unit features a dial scale to confirm arm travel position and uses a plug-in MM stereo cartridge with an all-laminate core magnetic circuit. Known for excellent basic performance, operability, and reliability, it was designed for precision playback in a slim form factor.
Specifications
| Drive system | Direct drive |
| Drive motor | Brushless DC motor, two phase, full-wave, flat-faced, slotless DC motor |
| Control system | FG servocontrol |
| Turntable | 30 cm Aluminum Die-cast, 300mm aluminium die-cast |
| Number of revolutions | 33 1/3, 45 rpm, Auto Select (Manual Allowed) |
| Wow flutter | 0.025%W.R.M.S(JIS C5521) 0.012% W. R. M. S (Rotating Part Only) |
| Signal-to-noise ratio | 78dB(IEC98A weighted) |
| Tone Arm Format | Dynamic balance type linear tracking arm |
| Tone Arm bearing structure | Gimbal suspension bearing structure |
| Effective arm length | 105mm |
| Tracking error angle | Within ± 0.1 ° |
| Arm effective mass | 9g (including cartridge) |
| Arm resonance frequency | 12Hz |
| Arm drive motor | DC Motor |
| Cartridge Type | Plug-in connector, MM stereo cartridge |
| Cartridge Dead weight | 6.0g |
| Exchange needle models/prices | EPS-24CS(¥2,800) EPS-23CS(¥3,500) EPS-23ES(¥6,500) EPS-22ES(¥7,500) EPS-202ED(¥10,000) |
| Power | 100 VAC, 50Hz/60Hz |
| Power consumption | 9.8W |
| External dimensions | Width 430x Height 88x Depth 323 mm |
| Weight | 5.0kg |
Design
The SL-DL5 features an integral rotor/platter and a dynamically balanced linear tracking tonearm managed by a microcomputer. The design consolidates all operations into four keys for simple use. The cartridge uses a plug-in connector type MM design with an all-laminate core for the magnetic circuit, and the tonearm includes a dial scale to monitor travel position.
Reception
The SL-DL5 is noted for its excellent basic performance, operability in a slim body, and exceptional reliability. It has been discussed by users for applications such as mastering records to tape.
Market
Service and user manuals are available for download or purchase, and a recap kit for capacitors and speed repair is commercially available. Recent market listings show units sold for €425.50 EUR, $129.99, or listed at $125 with cartridge, while others have been offered for as low as $25.
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