Announcing the Release of the "Direct Drive Turntable System" SL-1200MK7W

Panasonic Corporation will release the SL-1200MK7W under its Technics brand in mid-June 2026. This new direct-drive turntable system continues the legacy of the SL-1200MK series, which has supported DJ culture since its early days, by combining its traditional feel with high-quality sound. Since its initial launch in 1972, the SL-1200 series has earned high praise in professional settings worldwide for its high sound quality and reliability, unique to the direct-drive system. This new model pursues the high operability, durability, and expressiveness required for modern DJ play, inheriting the core design philosophy of the SL-1200MK series, including button layout and platter inertia. This ensures that users familiar with past models can operate it with the same feel. Panasonic proposes this model as an enhanced option for DJs who prioritize performance in an ever-diversifying music scene.