Technics SL J110 (c. 1980s)

A fully automatic belt-drive turntable with DC servo motor and 300mm aluminium platter

Overview

The Technics SL-J110R is a fully automatic turntable system from the Technics lineup, designed for home hi-fi use. It features a belt-drive mechanism powered by a DC servo motor, supporting both 33 and 45 rpm playback. The turntable includes pitch control and is built with a 300mm aluminium platter for stable rotation. It was marketed as the "DC Servo Automatic Turntable System," emphasizing its precision and automation.

Specifications

TypeAutomatic turntable
Drive methodBelt-drive
Platter300mm aluminium
MotorDC servo
Speeds33 and 45 rpm
Pitch control±6%
Wow and flutter0.06% WRMS
Rumble-70dB (DIN B)
TonearmStatic balance, universal type
Effective length228.6mm
Overhang15mm
Tracking error angle0°32' per 1cm radius
Applicable cartridge weight3.5 ~ 6.5g (including shell)
Power requirementsAC 120V, 220-240V, 50/60Hz
Power consumption6W
Dimensions430 x 135 x 360mm (W x H x D)
Weight5.2kg
Original fitted cartridgePanasonic Technics EPC-24CS
Original fitted stylusPanasonic Technics EPS-24CS

Design

The SL-J110R is a belt-drive fully automatic turntable with a DC servo motor system, designed for precise speed control and low wow and flutter. It uses a static balance universal tonearm and was built as an integrated automatic playback system for consumer hi-fi setups.

Market

Units have appeared on eBay and other secondhand hi-fi markets, with one listing noting a non-working condition. A restoration video documents a trash-picked unit being brought back to life, indicating some interest among hobbyists. HiFiShark tracks listings across over 400 sites, with a median price based on 36 trusted listings as of 2026.

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