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Technics' direct drive turntables no longer cost thousands — just see the new SL-1500CS

There's a new direct drive deck in town, and I like it The SL-1500CS is a an update on the award-winning SL-1500C Technics' proprietary ΔΣ Drive tech, for £1,099 (around $1,480 or AU$2,100) Technics ...
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Technics introduces the SL-1500CS Direct Drive Turntable, a superior, upgraded model of the award-winning SL-1500C, featuring the brand's revolutionary ΔΣ (Delta Sigma) Drive ...

NEWARK, N.J., Feb. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Renowned audio brand Technics has introduced its highly acclaimed SL-1500C turntable in a new, technically enhanced version – the SL-1500CS. The new ...
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A Beloved Japanese Hi-Fi Brand Just Upgraded Its Popular Audiophile Turntable

Technics released its SL-1500C direct-drive turntable back in 2019, and it has proven extremely popular for its premium build, plug-and-play design (thanks to a built-in phono preamp), and excellent ...
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Technics SL-1500CS Launches With Delta Sigma Drive Upgrade to the Popular SL-1500C Turntable

Technics SL-1500CS upgrades the popular SL-1500C with Delta Sigma Drive motor control. Does this precision boost make it the new direct drive leader in its price class? Technics continues to produce ...