{"product_id":"technics-sl-1200gr2-ortofon-mc-x30-set","title":"Technics SL-1200GR2 + Ortofon MC X30, Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Technics SL-1200GR2 + Ortofon MC X30 set is a ready-to-play Grand Class direct-drive turntable, with the Ortofon MC X30 factory-mounted and aligned by us.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn short: unpack, set up, connect to an MC-capable phono stage – and play a record. No mounting, no aligning, no guessing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy this set?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the SL-1200GR2 is one of the most sensible direct drives in its class – and the Ortofon MC X30 shows what the ironless coreless motor with ΔΣ-Drive control can really do. No cogging, a remarkably calm speed stability, plus the statically balanced S-tonearm that guides the X30 with precision. Instead of buying the deck and cartridge separately and aligning them yourself, you get a ready-tuned unit – set up personally by Mauri before it reaches you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMore resolution, the same calm. The direct drive keeps the speed stable, the bass stays firm – the foundation Technics stands for. The MC X30 adds on top: its Nude Fine Line diamond reads high frequencies more finely than an elliptical stylus and pulls details out of the groove that a moving-magnet system tends to leave behind. Because tracking force and alignment are already right with us, you hear this from the very first groove.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho is this set suited for? (and who it isn't – plain talk)\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlain talk:\u003c\/strong\u003e this set is for anyone who wants to switch from moving magnet to moving coil without aligning it themselves – ready to play, with the proven Technics direct drive underneath. What you should know: the MC X30 is a low-output MC system that needs an MC-capable phono stage or a step-up transformer; a plain MM input isn't enough. If MM is enough for you, take a look at one of our 2M sets; if you want the finer resolution, this set is the right choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA well-rounded, ready-to-play set a class up: a solid Grand Class deck, a finely resolving MC X30, all mounted and aligned. At HD Zürisee in Wädenswil our technician Mauri sets the set up cleanly, recommends the right MC phono stage and delivers it fully ready to go on request.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: direct-drive turntable (Grand Class), ready-to-play set with factory-mounted \u0026 aligned MC cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive: ironless coreless direct drive with ΔΣ-Drive control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeeds: 33 1\/3, 45, 78 rpm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTonearm: statically balanced S-tonearm (aluminium), effective length 230 mm, detachable headshell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlatter: die-cast aluminium with rubber damping, approx. 2.5 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCartridge: Ortofon MC X30 (moving coil, low output), Nude Fine Line stylus – mounted \u0026 aligned by us\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput voltage MC X30 (1 kHz, 5 cm\/s): 0.4 mV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhono stage required: MC-capable phono preamp or step-up transformer ahead of an MM input (a plain MM input isn't enough)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnection: phono output (RCA, detachable) + ground cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeck dimensions (W × H × D): approx. 453 × 173 × 372 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeck weight: approx. 11.2 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded: Technics SL-1200GR2, mounted Ortofon MC X30, headshell, counterweight, platter, RCA cable, ground cable, dust cover, manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's included in the SL-1200GR2 + Ortofon MC X30 set?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Technics SL-1200GR2 direct-drive turntable and the Ortofon MC X30, both factory-mounted and aligned by us. All that's missing is an MC-capable phono stage – deck and cartridge are already fully matched to each other.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need a special phono stage for the MC X30?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, an MC-capable one. With 0.4 mV output voltage, the MC X30 is a low-output moving-coil system – a plain MM input isn't enough. An MC phono stage or a step-up transformer is required; we'll check your amplifier and tell you what you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the MC X30 differ from the 2M sets?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe MC X30 is a moving-coil system with a Nude Fine Line diamond and resolves more finely than the moving-magnet systems in the 2M range, but requires an MC-capable phono stage for it. For an easier start, our 2M sets are often the better fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the turntable already set up?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Tracking force, anti-skating and the MC X30's alignment are already adjusted by us. You unpack, set up, connect – without touching the alignment yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy buy the SL-1200GR2 + Ortofon MC X30 set at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBecause ready-to-play at HD Zürisee really means ready-to-play: Mauri mounts and aligns the MC X30 cleanly, we recommend the right MC phono stage and deliver fully ready to go on request. As an experienced specialist team, we take our time for your chain. Call us (+41 44 680 22 00), write to us or send a WhatsApp message.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat goes best with this is above all an MC-capable \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/phono-vorverstarker\"\u003ephono preamp\u003c\/a\u003e (if your amplifier has no MC input), a clean \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/phonokabel\"\u003ephono cable\u003c\/a\u003e, an \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/vollverstarker\"\u003eintegrated amplifier\u003c\/a\u003e with fine finishing and matching \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/regallautsprecher\"\u003ebookshelf speakers\u003c\/a\u003e. You'll find more systems under \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/tonabnehmer\"\u003ecartridges\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Technics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53444452876624,"sku":null,"price":2299.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/technics-sl-1200gr2-ortofon-mc-x30-set-schraegansicht.jpg?v=1787590522","url":"https:\/\/hdzuerisee.ch\/en\/products\/technics-sl-1200gr2-ortofon-mc-x30-set","provider":"HD Zürisee AG","version":"1.0","type":"link"}