Why Isnt Techincs 1200 Considered Audiophile?


Technics is known for its rock solid build quality low wow flutter, low noise rock steady speed, great torque and powerful motor so why isnt it given the accolades as a musical turntable?
vinny55

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I can't hear the "jitter" on my Technics 1200 MKII and I have listened very closely.  So far as I know, there are no measurements that even prove the "hunting and pecking exists on the 1200.  I suspect that to some extent the myth was promoted by belt drive manufacturers and dealers.
The turntable can be improved with some aftermarket additions but is fine as it is.  Best table ever?  No, but, in its day, one of the best under $1000.  Just as the 1200G is one of the best now under $5000.