Technics announcing the new SL-1200/1210 MK7 turntable * price & release update

Technics recently announced the new SL-1200/1210 MK7 via a live stream featuring Kenny Dope, Derrick May, Cut Chemist and DJ Koco (Boiler Room).

*The European model is the SL-1210MK7.* The decks are identical apart from the name.

The 2016 relaunch of the SL- series was criticized due to the high price-tag. This new model could be the beginning of a turning point.

With the MK7, Technics wants to “re-engage the DJ community”. Important features will be:

The ability to play in reverse
A brand new motor control will benefit DJs who like to scratch (if you have cartridge and needle that supports it)
Replaceable phono and power cables
Additional brake / torque adjustments
Matte black chassis & tonearm
Torque adjust for starting & stopping the spinning platter
Digital pitch control fader with ±8/16% ranges – with a X2 button at the top of the pitch fader allowing doubling
White LED pop-up stylus light (improved illumination)
LED strobe (red or blue color)
Built from aluminum and fiberglass to reduce vibrations on high-volume, bass heavy stages

more specs: https://www.technics.com/us/news/20190107-sl-1200mk7/