"If you have a Technics SL1200 Mk.2, this OL kit is a great way to breathe new life into the venerable design and, because of the modular nature of the kit, you can steadily upgrade as your budget permits" read more

-Record Collector, 2011

"It's command of detail is such that you feel dragged into the action thats going on...an exceptionally captivating energy...transforms it from a product with potential to a masterpiece of sorts...a taste of the high-end at a rock-bottom price."

-Hi Fi World, March 2011

Stewart Wennen, HiFi reviewer and technical advisor to 15 professional DJ outfits unequivocally recommends the Origin Live Silver arm as a huge upgrade for the Technics.

ALL Origin Live and Rega arms are superb for DJ use.

The fitting of Origin Live tonearms on DJ decks comes as a major shock to DJ's. Notable and experienced DJ's say catagorically that anyone with a Technics deck is missing out seriously on the great sound that this deck is now capable of. The Technics SL1200 turntable and derivatives are surprisingly good decks, but let down seriously on account of their existing DJ tonearm. To overcome this lamentable situation, Origin Live offer an armboard adaptor at £46 specially developed for the Technics SL1200 deck which enables you to fit any Origin Live arm with unbelievable results for both DJ's and audiophiles.

It is now possible to completely transform the performance of your DJ turntable setup. Traditionally popular dj decks such as the Technics 1200, 1210, Gemini, Vestax, Sony etc have come supplied with what can only be described as retrograde standard arms.

Origin Live arms are used by a number of DJ's nationally and has received specific approval from the Family Tree music group. Some of the world's top night clubs also use these arms. One club specifically in New York using the Origin Live Silver arm is among the top 5 in an award assessment for the best sounding nightclub in the world.

The results, in terms of sound performance and tracking ability when using standard DJ tonearms are disastrous. This situation becomes even more obvious at the high volumes often played by DJ's where the limited sound quality (or lack of it) is magnified many times.

POWER SUPPLY UPGRADE

Origin Live have built an enviable reputation for their turntable supplies. Currently 4 manufacturers of decks in excess of £10,000 use Origin Live designs in their high end turntable power supplies. This expertise developed over decades is now offered for the Technics decks at a price that bears no relation to the incredible performance gain - transformational is the best word to sum up the effect of this upgrade which is equivalent to spending £1000s elsewhere.

The supply is extremely easy to wire in and has a full instructional leaflet with photos here.The installation by-passes the Technics transformer and regulator circuit. However the Technics existing switch, strobe and pitch controls remain to function as normal. In essence, once the Origin Live supply is wired in, the Technics works exactly as previous but with vastly enhanced musical ability.

Upgrades for Technics 1200/1210 Series

Our range of Technics upgrades can be viewed in our latest brochure here.

We often have fully upgraded used Technics decks available - see link to Technics fully upgraded

	Price
Tonearms
All Origin Live arms fit the Technics and are the best performers, value for money often over many other brands. Click here to view our Tonearms.
Power Supply Upgrades
Advanced Supply for Technics Silver Color Option	£295
Advanced Supply for Technics Black Color Option	£347
Ultra Power Supply for Technics	£460
Upgrade Transformer - option to add either of the above supplies	£200
More Upgrades
Upgrade Platter Mat (Accessory of the Year Award) more info	£39.95
Replacement Damping Feet & Special Pads (Set of 4 off) more info	£39.95
Origin Live Armboard for Technics more info	£46

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Features & Specification

Black and chrome construction which is very visually appealing and looks amazing when in use, particularly in a night club environment.
Easy to remove cartridge tags.
Extra long 2 meter external wiring to facilitate extra distance from amplification.
Gold plated phono plugs.
Cartridge alignment protractor for accurate and speedy cartridge setup.
Full Setup instructions
There is an option for a 2m external rewire instead of the standard 1.2m.

Options

VTA Adjusters

All MK3 arms from Encounter upwards have integral VTA adjustment and do not require VTA adjusters. more info

	UK Retail	Export Retail
Universal threaded VTA Adjuster more info	25.50	21.25
Sliding VTA Adjuster* more info	49	40.83
Rega VTA Adjuster more info	12.25	10.21

*Rega threaded bases included on all MK1 & MK2 arms from Silver upwards.

Stylus Force Gauges more info

All prices quoted in GBP	UK Retail	Export Retail
Ortofon Stylus Force Gauge (included on all arms from Encounter upward)	8.17	6.81
Digital Stylus Force Gauge	65.00	52.00
Cartridge Man Digital Force Gauge	203.23	169.36

Cartridge Man Isolator (for tonearm / cartridge interface) more info

	UK Retail	Export Retail
Cartridge man isolator for moving magnet cartridges	86.81	72.34
Cartridge man isolator for moving coil cartridges	86.81	72.34

Armboard & Adaptors

	UK Retail	Export Retail
Technics Armboard more info	46	38.33

SME Adaptor more info	49	39.20
LP12 Armboard more info	27.50	22.92

Connectors

	UK Retail	Export Retail
Cardas 5 din pin Male Arm external connector in base of arm	25.50	21.25
Cardas 5 din pin Female Connector on external cable for base of arm	46	38.33
XLR Termination High Grade Balanced XLR plugs & Cable for OL & Rega arms	25.50	21.25
BNC plugs on external cable For Naim amps	25.50	21.25

Upgrade Cables

	UK Retail	Export Retail
Burn in Cable for arms	15.30	12.75
Linear flow 2 external cable (included as standard on Conqueror & Enterprise.)	388	323.33

Counterweights

	UK Retail	Export Retail
Optional Counterweights (Not compatible with Enterprise)
Light counterweight 11mm thick	46	38.33
Medium counterweight 13mm thick	46	38.33
Medium counterweight 16mm thick	46	38.33
Heavy counterweight 20mm thick	46	38.33
Counterweights with fine adjusters (Not compatible with Enterprise)
Medium Counterweight 13mm thick with Fine adjuster weight	66.50	55.42
Medium Counterweight 16mm thick with Fine adjuster weight	66.50	55.42
Heavy Counterweight 20mm thick with Fine adjuster weight	66.50	55.42
Enterprise Only Counterweights
Medium Counterweight 16mm	56	46.67
Medium Counterweight 16mm thick with Fine adjuster weight	76.50	63.75
Heavy Counterweight 20mm	56	46.67
Heavy Counterweight 20mm thick with Fine adjuster weight	76.50	63.75

Tonearm Spares

	UK Retail	Export Retail
Arm clip	26.00	21.45
Large base nut	12.00	9.90
Cork washer	5.00	4.13
Side bias rod	3.00	2.48
Side bias loop	9.00	7.43
Side bias weight and thread	35.75	29.50
Lift lower device	47.00	38.78

Reviews

"An upgrade kit had been born that effectively transformed the SL1200 into a species of water fowl that would have made Hans Christian Anderson proud.." read more

-Record Collector, 2011

"Origin Live has identified the weak points of the SL1210 design. They have provided and affordable upgrade path for this turntable. Along with a 28 day money back if not satisfied guarantee, what have you got to lose? All of these modifications are highly recommended to professional DJs and Hi Fi enthusiasts." read more

-Stuart Wennen, 2011

-Hi Fi World, March 2011

"Follow this path and you'll have a Technics to die for....Yes, it really is that good. Clean, open, tight, punchy and very musical....Any gigging DJ's out there will find the mods transform their deck - by contrast the original sounds flabby, bloated, loose, ponderous, confused and undynamic..." read more

-Hi Fi World

	UK Retail	Export Retail
Universal threaded VTA Adjuster	25.50	21.25
Sliding VTA Adjuster*	49	40.83
Rega VTA Adjuster	12.25	10.21