{"product_id":"technics-sl-1200gme-grand-class-master-edition-direct-drive-turntable","title":"Technics SL-1200GME Grand Class Master Edition Direct Drive Turntable","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"text-xl font-medium\"\u003eTechnics SL-1200GME Grand Class Master Edition Direct Drive Turntable\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMORE STOCK ARRIVING END JUNE 2026.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Technics SL-1200GME Grand Class Master Edition represents the pinnacle of direct-drive turntable engineering, crafted for discerning audiophiles who demand uncompromising performance. This masterfully engineered deck delivers exceptional rotational stability and precise speed control, ensuring your vinyl collection sounds exactly as the artist intended. Built with premium materials and meticulous attention to detail, the SL-1200GME combines legendary Technics heritage with contemporary refinement, making it an essential centrepiece for serious music enthusiasts and professional environments alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCALL FOR AVAILABILITIES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"keycopy-body typ-body-1\"\u003eThe SL-1200G\/1210G Master Edition—born from a decade of Technics’ expertise, featuring a special gold design that defines the pinnacle of SL-1200 series excellence.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"keycopy-note typ-body-2\"\u003e*Other SL-1200 models, including the SL-1200\/1210GR2 and SL-1200\/1210MK7, will continue to be produced.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"keycopy-note typ-body-2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"keycopy-note typ-body-2\" style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0884\/4842\/files\/Screenshot_2026-02-24_at_12.09.20_PM_600x600.png?v=1771895386\" alt=\"technics sl-1200gme grand class master edition direct drive turntable melbourne hi fi\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"keycopy-note typ-body-2\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"SL8PFRS\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe final version of the beloved SL-1200G\/1210G series* has been transformed into a Master Edition, incorporating a decade of Technics’ expertise.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis limited version represents the pinnacle of the SL-1200 series, featuring a special gold design and available worldwide in Silver: 1,200 units \/ Black: 1,210 units—each a standout in the SL-1200 legacy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e*This model is the final version of the SL-1200G. Other SL-1200 models, including the SL-1200\/1210GR2 and SL-1200\/1210MK7, will continue to be produced.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"keycopy-note typ-body-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"keycopy-note typ-body-2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"keycopy-note typ-body-2\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"contents-title__title heading-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaster Edition Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"contents-title__title heading-2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"keycopy-note typ-body-2\" style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"IFDX9SP\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGold Logo \u0026amp; Serial Number Plate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatures a gold-painted embossed logo and a serial number plate indicating this limited edition model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"J8CQHK2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGold Tonearm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEquipped with a magnesium tonearm finished in gold paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"GMGLT1F\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo Colours: Silver and Black\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in your choice of Silver model SL-1200GME or Black model SL-1210GME.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0884\/4842\/files\/Screenshot_2026-02-24_at_11.57.40_AM_600x600.png?v=1771894882\" alt=\"technics sl-1200gme grand class master edition direct drive turntable melbourne hi fi1\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"contents-title__title heading-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eState-of-the-art Drive Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"contents-block__subtitle subtitle-1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoreless Direct Drive Motor Achieving Stable Rotation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"contents-block__body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"contents-block__body__body typ-body-1\"\u003eThe SL-1200GME\/1210GME features a coreless direct-drive motor that eliminates cogging for smooth rotation. 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