@stereo5, I got mine in November. Unless there's been something I'm unaware of, mine is a new model!
SL-1200 G Power cable
On hooking up my new Technics SL-1200G I started out plugging in a nice new DHLabs 1-meter power cable and then found out it wasn’t getting any juice. I guessed contact wasn’t being made with that awkward plug port so I just plugged in the stock cord and all was well. The smaller plug did the trick and all seems great, but is it worth fooling with this further for just a TT? It’s plugged into a Niagara 1200 so how much do I need to worry about radiation to or from this cable? It’s all about the stupid plug size. Sorry about this stupid question!
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This is exactly why I think it makes sense to use a quality aftermarket power cable on the 1200G/GAE. The power cord is in such close proximity to the phono cables, I have to think that high quality shielding on both cables is critical. I use a Shunyata Venom digital cable to power the deck. I don't think it impacts motor performance in the slightest but it should minimize noise/interference.
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@howardlee, you are correct, it is the lower cost models that have connections on the back of the plinth now. The SL1200G hasn’t changed their location. |
I also have the Shunyata extender and used my ZU Even Power cable. The only reason was to keep the Zu Cable "active" until I purchased a new component. The TT speed was fine with no added noise with the stock cable. I just purchased a new DAC and the ZU Cable went there. I'm back to the Technics cord. I left the Shunyata extender in place in case I ever purchase another Power cable upgrade. |
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