Technics SL-220 FG Servo Belt-Drive Turntable – Made in Japan

A classic made in Japan Technics SL-220 belt-drive turntable from the late 1970s.

Great sound, easy operation, and good looks. Choose a version from the menu above to see that deck’s details, condition and photos.

What it is

Get the classic Technics look and performance without the high price tag. The Technics SL-220 is a reliable, belt-drive workhorse: a two-speed, belt-driven turntable system with a static-balanced S-type tonearm, a clear strobe, separate pitch controls, and auto-return. While often overshadowed by its direct-drive cousins, the SL-220 is a “sleeper” hit among vintage enthusiasts for its excellent S-shaped tonearm and stable DC servo motor.

The SL-220 uses a frequency generator (FG) servo DC motor, a technology borrowed from higher-end models to monitor and correct speed instantly. The result is low wow and flutter, 0.045%, that rivals many direct-drive decks, on a 304 mm die-cast aluminum platter. The static-balanced S-shaped tonearm provides excellent tracking and is gentle on your vinyl.

It is easy to live with. The speed, pitch and cut controls are laid out in the classic Technics arrangement on the front panel, and the illuminated strobe mirror lets you see the speed is right. At the end of the record, the auto-return mechanism lifts the arm and returns it to its rest. The universal SME-type headshell connection makes swapping or upgrading the cartridge easy.

The SL-220 is a fantastic entry point into the world of vintage Technics. It delivers 90% of the performance of the more expensive SL-2000/3000 series at a fraction of the cost.

Condition

Every deck is graded individually: each version’s condition, service and included extras are in its own description, shown when you choose it from the menu above.

Classic Technics engineering, serviced, tested and ready to play.

Backed by Radique Audio’s Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty and our Perpetual Trade-Back Program. Available for pickup or audition by appointment in Kanata, and for delivery by our own curbside service.

Technics SL-220 Specifications

• Type: automatic turntable system with auto-return
• Drive method: belt drive
• Motor: frequency generator servo DC motor
• Platter: 304 mm die-cast aluminum alloy
• Speeds: 33⅓ and 45 rpm
• Pitch control: 6%, separate for each speed, with illuminated strobe
• Wow and flutter: 0.045% WRMS
• Rumble: −70 dB
• Tonearm: universal tubular, static-balanced S-type, SME-type headshell connection
• Effective length: 230 mm
• Overhang: 15 mm
• Friction: within 7 mg
• Effective mass: 13 g
• Offset angle: 22 degrees
• Stylus pressure range: 0 to 3 g
• Cartridge weight range: 5.5 to 8.5 g
• Headshell weight: 9 g
• Era: 1977 to 1978
• Made in Japan
• Dimensions: (Width x Height x Depth) 16.9 x 5.0 x 14.8 inches (430 x 126 x 375 mm)
• Weight: approx. 9.9 lbs (4.5 kg)

⚠️ Important Information for International Buyers

This unit is configured for North American 110/120V power. Buyers outside North America will require a step-down transformer and appropriate plug adapter.

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