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Determining the age of your Technics 1200.

DJ SPAIR 6:45 AM - 23 February, 2011
Found this article on wiki. Thought all us Technics owners and pre purchasers might find this interesting and informative.If you've purchased 1200's second hand or plan to you should definitely give this a read!

"It is possible to tell the year (and the month) when the SL-1200 was manufactured from the serial number on the back or bottom of the turntable. SL-1200 serial numbers are in two different formats, depending on the date of manufacture. It isn't exactly possible to determine the decade in which the SL-1200 in question was manufactured, as the serial number contains only the last digit of the year. If the year digit is 8, the turntable may have been manufactured in 1978, 1988, 1998 or 2008. If the year digit is 0, the turntable may have been manufactured in 1980, 1990 or 2000. One rule of thumb is that old-format serial numbers belong to SL-1200s manufactured during the 1970s and 1980s, while new-format serial numbers belong to SL-1200s manufactured during the 1990s and beyond.

Old-format serial number: NHOJF20765 (SL-1200 manufactured 1982)
The first digit shows the year when the turntable was manufactured. These serial numbers contain no indication of the month of manufacture. It should be noted that serial numbers in this format contain no letters following digits.

New-format serial number: GE4FB001154 (SL-1200MK2 manufactured June 2004)
The first digit shows the year when the turntable was manufactured, while the month of manufacture is indicated by the letter following it. Months are coded as letters between A and L inclusive; A indicates January, B indicates February, and so on, so F indicates June.

In addition to the above, all the SL-1200MK2s from the 1970s and early 1980s have a 4-inch-diameter (100 mm) plate where the RCA and ground wires enter the chassis in the rubber base of the unit. The later models have a smaller hole through which the wires enter the unit. "
DJ metaphor 8:03 AM - 23 February, 2011
Can't figure out the age of my MK5s. i think that the serial number format is different.
skratchworx 8:06 AM - 23 February, 2011
I would cut one in half and count the rings.
ninos 8:13 AM - 23 February, 2011
on the serial number, isint the 10th number that determines the age, like a VIN on a car?
Dubplate10" 10:03 AM - 23 February, 2011
Marked - but I know I got them 15 years ago from new :)
DJJOHNNYM_vSL3 12:24 PM - 23 February, 2011
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I would cut one in half and count the rings.


Ha...

Then you'd have 1/2 a 12.
LJ_WOOLSEY 12:59 PM - 23 February, 2011
wow mine are from 1988 then LOL
DJJOHNNYM_vSL3 1:36 PM - 23 February, 2011
I bought mine NEW in 1985.
skratchworx 2:15 PM - 23 February, 2011
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Quote:


I would cut one in half and count the rings.


Ha...

Then you'd have 1/2 a 12.

If I'm honest, this has never worked with other tech I've tried.
Dj-M.Bezzle 3:07 PM - 23 February, 2011
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Quote:

I would cut one in half and count the rings.


Ha...

Then you'd have 1/2 a 12.


sixxx?
DJ_X_Trodinaire 2:10 PM - 26 November, 2015
Bump for the newer Technics 1200s owners.
vadz 8:05 AM - 24 March, 2016
thanks, knowledge is power. mine are:
MK2: 2005, August
MK3: 2002, December
MikeHam 7:34 PM - 1 April, 2016
SN of my 1200 MK2 is MJ3K29D142.....any idea year of manufacture?

Mike
Phoenix
vadz 6:02 AM - 2 April, 2016
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MJ3K29D142.....
Phoenix

November 2003
DJ Irv 3:15 PM - 2 April, 2016
Amazing that it was so ahead of it's time and reliable people still have ones from 1980s running tip top.
HighTopFade 4:07 AM - 3 April, 2016
Recently picked up a new in box MK2. It has an early serial number. Hard to believe it sat untouched for possibly over 34 years.
DJ Irv 1:26 PM - 3 April, 2016
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Recently picked up a new in box MK2. It has an early serial number. Hard to believe it sat untouched for possibly over 34 years.


That's a quick flip for several hundred.
ballstink 3:09 PM - 26 April, 2016
mj4k14e028. i just had to replace the pop up light now. i think i have the oldest deck here. i win.
DJ_X_Trodinaire 11:21 AM - 27 April, 2016
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mj4k14e028. i just had to replace the pop up light now. i think i have the oldest deck here. i win.


We need proof, show a picture of your SN# :P
vadz 11:51 AM - 27 April, 2016
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mj4k14e028. i just had to replace the pop up light now. i think i have the oldest deck here. i win.


We need proof, show a picture of your SN# :P


...and the insides (below the platter) please... just curious how it looks like and what's the condition of elements...
markemarkthedj 11:51 PM - 3 May, 2016
Can anyone help with this Ser number -GE2FA001502
The Return of Dj Sparky 12:30 AM - 4 May, 2016
if there is hair on the pitch they are old enough, haha
Tomsjuan 10:19 PM - 12 May, 2016
I'm completely lost. The serial number on these old one I have is: MJ3808D115. I know they are at leas pre-95, cuz that's when I bought them off some coked out studio engineer.
IamKingKong 12:02 PM - 4 August, 2016
I'm struggling with mine.... it's NH1BJ29677.
IamKingKong 12:17 PM - 4 August, 2016
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I'm completely lost. The serial number on these old one I have is: MJ3808D115. I know they are at leas pre-95, cuz that's when I bought them off some coked out studio engineer.



Hey....... i think i know that guy, haha.
DJ Brian.D 9:38 AM - 27 August, 2016
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Can anyone help with this Ser number -GE2FA001502


June 2002
CDJG 4:03 PM - 29 August, 2016
Can anyone help with this one diff format:

CG8818F047 ?

Thanks
Lyot 11:48 AM - 2 October, 2016
Mine are, I believe, from 1976 : MJ6J01F068 .. Bought them in 1994 and owner told me they were 14 years old at the time. Already quite messed up at the time. I believe he might have downplayed their age a bit.
HighTopFade 8:03 PM - 2 October, 2016
Anyone know the manufacturing years of the gray market 1200s? The ones with the voltage switch under the platter.
kip 4:31 AM - 3 October, 2016
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Mine are, I believe, from 1976

They were not yet invented in 1976, unless you have mk1.
kip 4:39 AM - 3 October, 2016
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Anyone know the manufacturing years of the gray market 1200s? The ones with the voltage switch under the platter.

I believe there was international model with voltage switch from the beginning of production.
kip 5:02 AM - 3 October, 2016
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CG8818F047 ?


1988, August 18, 47th unit made that day.
Should have larger hole on the bottom than usual, exposing the entire armbase. Does it?
kip 6:31 AM - 3 October, 2016
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MJ3808D115


1983, August 08, 115th unit made that day.
Should have larger hole on the bottom than usual, exposing the entire armbase. Does it?
kip 6:36 AM - 3 October, 2016
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NH1BJ29677

1982 or 81. See previous comment and check the bottom.
Mauricio Espinoza 9:44 AM - 13 October, 2016
GE1BX001044?
kip 10:41 AM - 13 October, 2016
February 1991 or 2001. Remove the platter and check for a cutout in the chassis in the 9:00 to 11:00 o'clock positions. This cutout appeared in later models.
nikgusta 2:49 PM - 22 December, 2016
Can someone please help me with mine?

GE2EL56742

Best regards Niklas from Sweden
kip 6:40 PM - 22 December, 2016
May 1992 or 2002. If it has cutout in the chassis under the platter at 9-11 o'clock position - should be 2002.
spicykaiju 2:11 PM - 1 January, 2017
I just picked up a pair of 1200's in really great condition. I disassembled and gave them a good deep clean. I need to replace one tonearm which is slightly bent, otherwise pitch, brake and the rest of both decks are perfect.

Based on the serial numbers, I'm guessing 1981? Only one owner, 80's DJ, who bought them new in Switzerland and have had them in storage since. Only thing is that they both don't have the 10cm cutout below the tonearm base.

NHODF15204
NHODF15197

Greetings from Switzerland!
kip 7:46 PM - 1 January, 2017
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NHODF15204
NHODF15197

Should be 1981.
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Only thing is that they both don't have the 10cm cutout below the tonearm base.

No round hole of any diameter, completely closed? Interesting.
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I disassembled

They have only rubber base and top aluminum cabinet, no hard plastic compound block in between? Hinges should be different too.
spicykaiju 7:54 PM - 1 January, 2017
Hey kip,

No not completely closed, a smaller circular opening - approx 3-4 cm in diameter. Yes they do have the hard and heavy slab between the aluminium top and the rubber bottom. I'll take a few pics next time I open them up, which will be soon. I'm replacing both tone arms and pitch faders - might as well as they don't cost that much to replace as I can do the work myself.

Incidentally the model information at the back is SL-1200MK2-E (E used for Switzerland / Sweden I believe)

It will be great to have a pair of mint '81 wheels of steel in the studio!

Cheers and Happy New Year!
kip 8:14 PM - 1 January, 2017
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No not completely closed, a smaller circular opening - approx 3-4 cm in diameter.

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Yes they do have the hard and heavy slab between the aluminium top and the rubber bottom.

That is very strange for a 1981 model. The slab and the smaller diameter were introduced later, mid 80s, according to info floating around the net.
Sandervdijk 12:22 AM - 3 January, 2017
Hi all, new on this forum and just bought a sl1200mk2. Hope to learn and contribute were possible. Want to turn this machine in a real nice Custom TT with the mods availible. Is it possible to let me know the date this TT was produced. Serial DK1917d033

Thanks in advance
kip 12:36 AM - 3 January, 2017
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Serial DK1917d033

1981 September 17
33rd unit produced that day
Can you check the underside and report the diameter of the hole under the tonearm base? Or post a photo?
Sandervdijk 1:00 AM - 3 January, 2017
I cann't find a way to post a photo on my iPhone... it is a 10cm hole covered nu a plate and rca and ground are entering the base there
kip 1:35 AM - 3 January, 2017
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it is a 10cm hole

Then the date I posted is confirmed.
Norville 12:05 AM - 4 January, 2017
Ok, so I have managed to determine that my SL-1210 Turntable is either from 1993 or 2003 judging by the serial number GE3CN50954 , now in order to find out if it's a 93 och 03 one should look for a cutout under the platter between clock positions 9 and 11. I can't seem to find one but I don't know how this cutout is supposed to look like. Can someone explain in more detail?
kip 1:44 AM - 4 January, 2017
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how this cutout is supposed to look like

i198.photobucket.com
d9 1:46 PM - 4 February, 2017
Hi! I'd like to know the year of manufactured of a ser. no. NH0GF28305.
THANKS,
d9
kip 4:26 PM - 4 February, 2017
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NH0GF28305

Should be 1982. Does it have 10cm hole on the bottom under the tonearm?
d9 4:36 PM - 4 February, 2017

Should be 1982. Does it have 10cm hole on the bottom under the tonearm?

No, it doesn't anything
d9 4:38 PM - 4 February, 2017
No, it doesn't have anything
kip 4:50 PM - 4 February, 2017
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No, it doesn't have anything

What do you mean? There's a hole where the audio cable goes out of the unit.
d9 4:55 PM - 4 February, 2017

What do you mean? There's a hole where the audio cable goes out of the unit.

Yes, you are right!; but it's very small.
kip 5:36 PM - 4 February, 2017
How's the hinge slot on the back? Square or thin wide?
d9 5:55 PM - 4 February, 2017
It's square
kip 7:07 PM - 4 February, 2017
Then it might be not from '82, although the number format suggests that. One other thing to check is if it has the plastic slab inside - then it's newer.
d9 3:28 PM - 5 February, 2017
I think it's newer. Thanks a lot kip
Suikerblok 8:05 PM - 18 February, 2017
I know this is about the 1200 series, but ima owner of a 1700 series. Im tryin to find the production date for it. Anyone know how to read the 1700 serial?

Thanks.
DJ Dub Cowboy 3:35 AM - 23 February, 2017
DA1K 12D053

This is was the most unusual 1200 I have opened in probably the ~150 that I worked on.

one piece rubber weight and 3 pins on the pitch fader instead of 4.
DJ Dub Cowboy 3:37 AM - 23 February, 2017
^ I'm guessing it's from 1981
sean vick 5:32 AM - 26 February, 2017
GE0HX66310 ?
kip 12:09 PM - 26 February, 2017
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GE0HX66310 ?

Is it letter O or digit zero after E?
sean vick 3:51 AM - 27 February, 2017
I honestly cannot tell...I could send you a pic if you have somewhere I could send?
kip 2:10 PM - 27 February, 2017
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I honestly cannot tell...

Compare it to the last digit which is zero. And check if you haven't missed one digit after X also.
sean vick 5:09 AM - 28 February, 2017
Ok, both are zeros..GE0HX66310, I've triple checked it, no other digits.. Thank you in advance for all of the help.
kip 12:33 PM - 2 March, 2017
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GE0HX66310

It's a bit unusual that there are 5 instead of 6 digits after the X. That aside, I'd read August 1990 or 2000. If it has cutout like this s198.photobucket.com in the 9-11 o'clock position under the platter it's 2000, but the lack of it is not guarantee being from 1990.
Also check the hole where the audio cables exit the unit - if it's wide about 10cm the above said is not correct, report back.
Gedster 9:29 PM - 6 March, 2017
Hi

Could anyone tell me how old mine are?

GE8LX89236 / GE8LX89146

Has a small hole where the audio cable comes out and has the cut out sort of but a big box there rather than that round thingy

Thanks
DJRIQ 9:26 AM - 7 March, 2017
I would like to know my production dates:

NN9JF11688
NN0BF18170
kip 7:10 PM - 7 March, 2017
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has the cut out sort of but a big box there rather than that round thingy

Look for the cutout on the edge that works as a position securer for the plastic cover under the platter, without removing it (the cover), do not look under the cover.
kip 7:33 PM - 7 March, 2017
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NN9JF11688
NN0BF18170

1999, October
2000, February

But could be 10 years plus. Does it have the cutout? Can you post a picture of the rca connectors?
sl1200 4:58 AM - 10 March, 2017
How old are my pair:

GE6HB01016R
GE6HB01017R
sl1200 1:39 PM - 10 March, 2017
I'm guess Aug 21106
sl1200 1:39 PM - 10 March, 2017
2006
DJ Dub Cowboy 4:05 PM - 10 March, 2017
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How old are my pair:

GE6HB01016R
GE6HB01017R


pretty sweet to have sequential serial numbers. I haven't even seen that happen with limited edition pairs.
kip 8:31 PM - 10 March, 2017
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GE6HB01016R
GE6HB01017R

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I'm guess Aug 2006

Yes, if it has the cutout. If not - probably 1996.
Peniledrip 4:10 PM - 16 March, 2017
SJ8518F492
Schytz 7:31 PM - 16 March, 2017
I'm a bit confused. On the bottom I found one number and on the platter another one. Which one is the right one?

Bottom: SFNZ10EM05
Platter: SFNZ520M31

Also when is it from? I got it from my parents who got it from a local bar back in the '90s.
Daddydappa 1:30 PM - 27 March, 2017
Hello could you help me age my 1210 mk2 please. Rgn0930-k1 thanks in advance
usyoungsters 11:31 AM - 15 April, 2017
I have a SL-1200 Mk6 with Serial Number GE0SC001146 which does seem to conform to date format It could be 2010 possibly but without month indication. I believe the Mk6 was only made from 2007 onwards to 2010 but I am not 100% certain of exact dates and it was only sold in Japan, mine was 100V input voltage when I obtained it and I had to instal a new 240VAC to 27VDC External Power Supply (removed original Transformer and Power Board). Works beautifully.
It does have the slots under the platter between 09.00 & 11.00 and there are a couple of numbers on the underside of the platter inside the motor ring magnet. 00715050 & 00915029

Can anyone advise?

Thanks.
kip 12:33 PM - 15 April, 2017
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I have a SL-1200 Mk6 with Serial Number GE0SC001146

September 2010
usyoungsters 1:04 PM - 15 April, 2017
Reply to kip:
Thanks for your quick reply. Can you please tell me how you get September.

Presumably one of the last decks if they ceased manufacture in 2010.

Best regards
kip 2:56 AM - 16 April, 2017
For unknown reason in 2010 they marked September with S instead of the usual I. There are also units produced in October 2010, afaik.
usyoungsters 2:23 PM - 16 April, 2017
Reply to kip:

Thanks for the explanation, fooled me, I could not make the preceding logic work.

Appreciate your help.

Best regards
Dubcap 12:48 PM - 20 April, 2017
hey Guys i've a little question...
i've an technics 1200 really holder..and its a complete different to other one i've
the bottom case is different...the black base is one don't have the other one black inside...the turntables...

DK1807D045

have anyone some info about??
kip 3:00 PM - 20 April, 2017
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DK1807D045

1981 August 7th, 45th unit produced that day.
kip 3:03 PM - 20 April, 2017
Early models didn't have the plastic inside.
IDRIS 12:15 AM - 29 April, 2017
hi everyone , can someone tell me plz in which year mine 1200's mk2 where made .
serial number is GEOFX51829........XG.

thank you.
Vins008 6:00 PM - 9 May, 2017
Hello , i have an oldest version with the big hole under the tone arm

i want to know the year

Serial : DA0710C212

on some old serial , i don't understand how you find the year , can you explain me Mr Kip !

Thanks !!
kip 12:55 AM - 10 May, 2017
1980, July 10th, 212 unit produced that day.
Vins008 7:50 AM - 10 May, 2017
thanks mr Kip , you find the year with the 2 first letters ? DA = 1980 ??
DJ Dub Cowboy 6:37 PM - 10 May, 2017
first numerical digit ... so 0 = 1980 or 1990 or 2000 or 2010 depending on some of the other differences such as the already mentioned large hole under tonearm.
kip 2:35 AM - 11 May, 2017
Yes, there's a scheme floating around the net, look and you'll find it.
DB77 9:55 PM - 11 May, 2017
Anybody help me with mine please
I worked out the month (july) but then i'm lost

GE6GS85587

Thanks
kip 10:32 PM - 11 May, 2017
1996 or 2006 if it has cutout @9-11 o'clock beneath the platter.
DB77 2:03 PM - 12 May, 2017
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'82, although the number format suggests that. One other thing to check is if it has the plastic slab inside


Thanks. Doesn't have the cut out so must be 96 although i'd of thought it was the later without that info as its immaculate.
AndySkiles 10:04 AM - 13 May, 2017
Hello, I am having a difficult time identifying the manufacturing information of my 1200MK2. It's actually listed as a 1200MK2P-K. It's got the black matte finish and the serial number is GE8EW10510. I cannot find any information on the MK2PK on any of the timeline or history websites. It was purchased for me as a gift before 1998. Thanks for any help you can provide.
nakata_b 11:26 AM - 15 May, 2017
Hi
At last i bore my 1210MK2. And the next is, thats why i write this to you, Kip, is find out my technics date of birth. I read everything here in this post and i'm stuck. How it look like and were to such this "cut out @9-11 o'clock beneath the platter"? Can you upload pictures of this. My serial number is GE6BS72680.
Tanks in advance.
Nakata
nakata_b 11:40 AM - 15 May, 2017
Hi again. My SN is GE6BS726801996 or 2006? Is it posible to be 2006? Is there production of it?
kip 3:14 AM - 16 May, 2017
February 1996 or 2006.
With cutout static.webshopapp.com
without cutout static.webshopapp.com
nakata_b 6:57 AM - 16 May, 2017
1996
Tanks, Kip.
Dennie 9:30 AM - 27 May, 2017
I bought a second-hand SL1200MK2 yesterday. The serial number is: MJ6422F106. Could anyone tell me when it was made? As far as I understand, it would be the 22nd of April, 1986? Or is it 1996? Or even 2006? lol. Thanks!
kip 5:50 PM - 28 May, 2017
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22nd of April, 1986?

Yes, 106th unit made that day.
DonCarter 10:25 AM - 10 June, 2017
Can someone help

I am trying to determine the age of my Technics turntables. But it is unclear whether older models have the cutout missing in the chassis or the newer models and from which year to which year do we consider older models and when did the newer models began?


2. Remove the platter and check for a cutout in the chassis in the 9:00 to 11:00 o'clock positions. This cutout also appeared around 2000. ??? very vague

My serial number indicates its either from 1994/5 or 2004/5. Bought my tables all recently and they were all in NM condition. Under the platter its very clean I have not unscrewed the black top plate yet.

Thanks

SL-1210MK2-E
GE4LR60605

SL-1210MK2-PC
GE5DS50793
nakata_b 2:41 PM - 10 June, 2017
With cutout static.webshopapp.com
without cutout static.webshopapp.com
kip 9:23 PM - 10 June, 2017
serato.com
Zugasti 10:36 AM - 3 August, 2017
Hello everybody from Spain.

Mine is:
SL-1200MK2-E
MJ7407F228

So it's the 228th made during the April 7th of 1987. Isn't it?

Thank you.
IDRIS 12:32 PM - 3 August, 2017
hi KIP , can YOU tell me plz in which year mine SL 1200's mk2 where made .
serial number is GEOFX51829.

thank you.
kip 11:32 AM - 5 August, 2017
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Hello everybody from Spain.

Mine is:
SL-1200MK2-E
MJ7407F228

So it's the 228th made during the April 7th of 1987. Isn't it?

Thank you.


Yes.
kip 11:33 AM - 5 August, 2017
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hi KIP , can YOU tell me plz in which year mine SL 1200's mk2 where made .
serial number is GEOFX51829.

thank you.

Looks like 1985.
IDRIS 1:05 PM - 5 August, 2017
thanx :)
jdubdj 8:15 PM - 7 August, 2017
Sorry to ask but my 1200mk2's are MJ7330F191 and MJ7330f132...any ideas on the year?

Thank you.
Jdub
kip 11:18 PM - 8 August, 2017
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Sorry to ask but my 1200mk2's are MJ7330F191 and MJ7330f132...any ideas on the year?

Thank you.
Jdub

1987, 30 March
191st and 132nd unit.
TomSawyer 8:36 PM - 15 August, 2017
Hello , Mr.Kip
Can you help me with my 1210 Please ?
1 1210 m3d with code: GE2HA001179
2 1210 mk2 with code: GE7FCO1111R
Want to know the year ?
THX
kip 8:50 PM - 15 August, 2017
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GE2HA001179

2002 August
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GE7FCO1111R

2007 June

That's if there's a cutout at 10 o'clock on the chassis below the platter.
serato.com
AM Mars 12:05 AM - 23 August, 2017
I'm considering buying some MJ4K12E004, MJ4K09E200....So these are Nov 1984?
kip 8:10 AM - 23 August, 2017
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So these are Nov 1984?

I'd read it that way.
HPP303 8:49 AM - 24 August, 2017
1200mk2-A SFNZ122S10 SFNZ023S01
kip 9:03 AM - 24 August, 2017
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1200mk2-A SFNZ122S10 SFNZ023S01

Can't find any reference about this format. Make sure if that's the real serial number.
Noambi 2:34 PM - 24 August, 2017
Hey, is possible that some of them doesnt have serial number on the top and bottom side? Where else can i look for serial number, becouse i cant find it. And i also noticed that this one is more yelowish silver. Secound tecnics that i have it has serial number on it, and its nice silver colour. Maybe the one that doesnt have serial number is more old. But why it doesnt have serial number.. if someone can help me.
Noambi 2:35 PM - 24 August, 2017
Hey, is it possible that some of them doesnt have serial number on the top and bottom side? Where else can i look for serial number, becouse i cant find it. And i also noticed that this one is more yelowish silver. Secound tecnics that i have it has serial number on it, and its nice silver colour. Maybe the one that doesnt have serial number is more old. But why it doesnt have serial number.. if someone can help me.
kip 10:51 PM - 24 August, 2017
Number is on the back side usually. Or the bottom.
Michael Graf 5:15 PM - 6 September, 2017
Hi. I have two sl 1200 mk2

GE1JX001651
GE1JX001454

October 2001 with cutout from 9:00 to 11:00

October 1991 without cutout.

Is it right???
Mr. Goodkat 6:24 PM - 6 September, 2017
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Hey, is it possible that some of them doesnt have serial number on the top and bottom side?


prob more possible they were stolen and someone took them off
Noambi 8:38 PM - 6 September, 2017
its easy to get serial number off the turntable.. i hope they were not stolen, but probably they are, because why would someone take serial number off if its not stolen :/ is there any serial number inside the turntable?
popnwave 9:21 PM - 6 September, 2017
Stolen or knock offs :D
kip 11:55 PM - 6 September, 2017
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Hi. I have two sl 1200 mk2

GE1JX001651
GE1JX001454

October 2001 with cutout from 9:00 to 11:00

October 1991 without cutout.

Is it right???

Could be, but numbers are too similar to be 10 years apart, maybe both are 2001, the cutout appeared around that time.
Macca5128 10:00 AM - 28 September, 2017
Any idea on mj2j18do70 it has the 100mm rca plate and no plastic cab inside.
kip 8:20 PM - 29 September, 2017
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Any idea on mj2j18do70 it has the 100mm rca plate and no plastic cab inside.

18 October 1982, unit 70
DjSuhanov 9:24 AM - 3 November, 2017
Hello!
Can you help me with my 1210 Please ?
what year?

Technics SL-1210MK2 s.n GE7KV20480
kip 6:43 PM - 4 November, 2017
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GE7KV20480

November 1997. Or 2007 if it has cutout like this photobucket.com in the 9-11 o'clock position on the chassis.
GraphiKal 10:05 AM - 15 November, 2017
Ok so I've just bought another Technics sl1210mk2

SER NO : AG8226F127 << ??

BUT
On the serial tag This one reads :
SL-1210MK2-PC while my other one at home shows SL-1210MK2-E
+
It comes with this weird mini midi looking cable next to the rca and grounding cable
kip 11:20 AM - 16 November, 2017
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AG8226F127

1988 February 26, unit 127
PC is for European Audio Club, a US Air Force Bases retail
E is for Switzerland and Scandinavia

Quote:
mini midi looking cable

Probably some mod. Post a pic of it + where it comes out of the chassis if you can.
deezlee 5:12 PM - 16 November, 2017
They used to have fader-start (or whatever it's called) on some high end consoles where the 1200 would start spinning when the up fader was pushed up. Maybe that had midi type cords for that?
DJ Dub Cowboy 7:01 PM - 16 November, 2017
the 1200s at my radio station were modified for remote start stop. I'm betting it is a similar thing
GraphiKal 6:36 AM - 17 November, 2017
Link to a picture of the cable >
ibb.co
GraphiKal 6:38 AM - 17 November, 2017
Quote:
Quote:
AG8226F127

1988 February 26, unit 127
PC is for European Audio Club, a US Air Force Bases retail
E is for Switzerland and Scandinavia

Quote:
mini midi looking cable

Probably some mod. Post a pic of it + where it comes out of the chassis if you can.


LINK TO A PICTURE OF THE CABLE AND WHERE IT COMES OUT FROM
ibb.co
kip 9:07 AM - 17 November, 2017
Yeah, it's probably a remote start/stop mod.
scottdanny22 1:46 PM - 8 December, 2017
my serial number is MJ5L13F205 So what does that tell me
kip 6:11 AM - 10 December, 2017
Quote:
MJ5L13F205

1985 December 13th, 205th unit made that day
Mr Flutter 6:01 AM - 5 January, 2018
I wanna play. Serial Number AG8415F027. My guess is April 15 the 27th made that day, but I'm still unclear on determining whether its 1988, 1998, 2008?
music_imperium 4:51 PM - 5 January, 2018
Hi all,
I have two sets of SL1200s and am trying to determine the dates with the info given above..
Set 1:
SN on bottom with 'SL-1200MK2-EH', 100mm hole on the botton under arm, no cut outs in plate, numbers:
DK19 17D021 and DK19 17D001.
My guess: 1981, september 17th.

Set 2:
SN on back, smaller hole on the bottom under arm, with cut outs in plate (9-11 o'clock positions), numbers:
GE4HZ001049 and GE4HZ001045.
My guess: 2004, august.

Can anyone confirm my guesses on the two sets?

And another interesting one: both sets are in good shape, I want to keep one set and sell the other. Any recommondations on which to keep and which to sell? And why (e.g. known technical issues)? (:

Thanks & cheers!
kip 1:36 AM - 13 January, 2018
Quote:
I wanna play. Serial Number AG8415F027. My guess is April 15 the 27th made that day, but I'm still unclear on determining whether its 1988, 1998, 2008?

Number format suggests 1988.
kip 1:50 AM - 13 January, 2018
Quote:
Can anyone confirm my guesses on the two sets?

Looks correct to me. I'd keep both. The older ones have different base and hinges that may be difficult to find, but they are interesting being the earlier series.
4dMusic 6:23 PM - 13 January, 2018
hi guys,
I'm a bit confused about this one GE0CI01230 R.
It's for an mk5. they came out on 2004 according to wikipedia and technics stop producing all of them in February 2010, any idea? C would be march and 0 would be 2010 am i right ? if yes how is this possible? wrong information from wikipedia?
4dMusic 7:44 PM - 13 January, 2018
my bad, they stopped producing in October 2010, so it matches, sorry if anyone is going to read this :)
Anoxia 4:28 AM - 19 January, 2018
Hi, I recently bought a technics sl-1200 mk2 the serial number is AB7518F138. Could you please tell me the information? Thanks
ohsosocial 3:31 PM - 20 January, 2018
Just checked mine! GE1IX001682 and vGE1IX001690. Can anyone help with the date?, might be a "joint" birthday for my pair :)
kip 2:49 AM - 22 January, 2018
Quote:
Hi, I recently bought a technics sl-1200 mk2 the serial number is AB7518F138. Could you please tell me the information? Thanks

Should be 1987 May 18, unit 138 made that day.
kip 2:58 AM - 22 January, 2018
Quote:
Just checked mine! GE1IX001682 and vGE1IX001690. Can anyone help with the date?, might be a "joint" birthday for my pair :)

September 1991 (or 2001 if it has cutout on the chassis under the platter in the 9:00 to 11:00 o'clock position).
Trusselltrain 10:33 PM - 27 January, 2018
MU4J15E247 just bought was wondering what year it was made.
kip 7:21 AM - 29 January, 2018
Quote:
MU4J15E247 just bought was wondering what year it was made.

October 15 1984, unit 247.
AAHZ 4:59 AM - 30 January, 2018
Hi.... need a little help. My 1200mk2 serial number is


AB7601F183

Thank you!
AAHZ 5:00 AM - 30 January, 2018
Hi.... need a little help. My 1200mk2 serial number is


AB7601F183

Thank you!
AAHZ 5:02 AM - 30 January, 2018
Sorry don't know why it posted 4 times
kip 3:48 PM - 30 January, 2018
Quote:
AB7601F183

1987 June 1st, unit 183
AAHZ 6:31 PM - 30 January, 2018
Thank you!!
GAZNZ 11:11 PM - 31 January, 2018
Ok, looking at buying one, SFNZ170L01?
kip 7:13 PM - 1 February, 2018
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SFNZ170L01

Can't recognize this format.
GAZNZ 7:15 PM - 1 February, 2018
Strange, originally sold in NZ and the seller assures me this is the serial number, and has the cutouts. I guess they did something different down here. Thanks anyway!
kip 9:53 PM - 1 February, 2018
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has the cutouts

Then it is post year 2000.
philbe 10:42 PM - 6 February, 2018
hello
i just bought 1200M3D
the serial number is - GE1CB002995 .. is that made in march 2001 ?
Thanks
philbe 10:49 PM - 6 February, 2018
looking at another one to buy.. 1200mk2 - GE2KN75234 ?
Thanks
kip 1:31 AM - 7 February, 2018
Quote:
hello
i just bought 1200M3D
the serial number is - GE1CB002995 .. is that made in march 2001 ?
Thanks

Yes.
Quote:
looking at another one to buy.. 1200mk2 - GE2KN75234 ?
Thanks

November 1992 or 2002 if it has the cutout.
philbe 3:41 AM - 7 February, 2018
Quote:
Quote:
hello
i just bought 1200M3D
the serial number is - GE1CB002995 .. is that made in march 2001 ?
Thanks

Yes.
Quote:
looking at another one to buy.. 1200mk2 - GE2KN75234 ?
Thanks

November 1992 or 2002 if it has the cutout.


Thanks so much for your answer KIP
what is it mean about the cutout ? how should i know ?
thank you
kip 6:09 PM - 7 February, 2018
Quote:
what is it mean about the cutout ? how should i know ?

serato.com
d:raf 1:42 AM - 8 February, 2018
So if I'm reading this right...

GE1IX001771 with cutout = September 2001, unit 771?
kip 3:19 AM - 8 February, 2018
Quote:
So if I'm reading this right...

GE1IX001771 with cutout = September 2001, unit 771?

Yes, except the unit number. This format does not include unit numbers.
dj dawn 1:05 PM - 10 February, 2018
Can someone help me with these serial numbers?

Thanks

GEOGX73711

MJ5L28F055
kip 11:08 PM - 10 February, 2018
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GEOGX73711

1987
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MJ5L28F055

28 December 1985, unit 55

Both have large holes underneath so you can see the tonearm base?
DJ Majenta' 5:23 AM - 11 February, 2018
I am a bit confused as well. Got them new in 98 but here is the model# SL-1200MK2-M serial# GE8EW46519 Thanks
kip 6:15 PM - 11 February, 2018
Quote:
I am a bit confused as well. Got them new in 98 but here is the model# SL-1200MK2-M serial# GE8EW46519 Thanks

May 1998
DJ Majenta' 8:10 PM - 11 February, 2018
Thanks again
dj dawn 6:47 PM - 12 February, 2018
Quote:
Quote:
GEOGX73711

1987
Quote:
MJ5L28F055

28 December 1985, unit 55

Both have large holes underneath so you can see the tonearm base?


Actually I think both of them have a rather small hole there.
Is there a picture around showing how the big tonearm hole looks?

The GEOGX73711 have the serial on the side and feels like it has brighter LEDs

The MJ5L28F055 have the serial at the bottom and a little bit softer LEDs

Do you still think that it's only two years between them? 87 and 85?


Thanks again! Interesting to know more about them :)
kip 10:30 PM - 12 February, 2018
Quote:
Actually I think both of them have a rather small hole there.
Is there a picture around showing how the big tonearm hole looks?

Large hole = 100mm. But it's on the early 80's models, asked out of curiosity, you probably don't have them.
Quote:
Do you still think that it's only two years between them? 87 and 85?

Unless you know something else for sure - yes, I believe I read the serial numbers correctly.
dj dawn 7:39 PM - 13 February, 2018
Quote:
Quote:
Actually I think both of them have a rather small hole there.
Is there a picture around showing how the big tonearm hole looks?

Large hole = 100mm. But it's on the early 80's models, asked out of curiosity, you probably don't have them.
Quote:
Do you still think that it's only two years between them? 87 and 85?

Unless you know something else for sure - yes, I believe I read the serial numbers correctly.


I just realize that it might be a zero after the letter E, then it is GE0GX73711
It has no cutout under the platter, only a small hole there (MJ5L28F055 has three small holes there).

How can you determine that they’re not from for example 77, 97, 07 and 75, 95, 05?
Just curious to understand :)

Thanks again!
dj dawn 7:49 PM - 13 February, 2018
GE0GX73711 Is also followed by XG in the upper right corner of the label
kip 10:10 PM - 13 February, 2018
Quote:
I just realize that it might be a zero after the letter E, then it is GE0GX73711

You sure there's no one more number after X, only five numbers there? This GE is suspected for being a 90's deck, but unusual is that there are five, not six numbers after the X. If a 90's deck, reading would be July 1990.

Quote:
How can you determine that they’re not from for example 77, 97, 07 and 75, 95, 05?

MK2 is manufactured since 1979. Serial number format in the 90's changed. Cutout appeared in 2000's + different screws that hold the motor stator.

Quote:
GE0GX73711 Is also followed by XG

XG = Europe
dj dawn 10:53 PM - 13 February, 2018
Thank you kip!

I double checked the numbers, only five digits.

I think it feels like a 90s deck compared to my other one that you think is from 85. That one has dimmer LEDs, not as bright Silk screen printings and a little bit brighter gray color, making it looking a bit older.

Thanks again :)
Erwan FLP 6:02 PM - 9 April, 2018
HI guys,

Please can someone tell me how old are mine and where they from??

SL1210 MK2 A

-serial GEOLX003345

and

-serial GE9KX68753 (With a E on top right of the sticker)

Thank you!
Wal92tt 1:14 PM - 13 April, 2018
Question.... In 2015 a SL-1200MK2-a-xa sfnn122x10 was sold on reverb. Now there are two of these for sale with identical serial #'s? I'm confused, are these three fake/black market models? I have no way of verifying cut-outs or whatever, except for what I can make out on the back plate. I've noticed a few others trying to find info on similar serial # formats, but not three with the same serial #'s? Does anyone have concrete info on this?
Abon 3:22 AM - 10 July, 2018
Hello.long time ago i buy a used technics 1210- mk2.anyone can tell age(date) of my Turntables?

Serial from both - prnt.sc
prnt.sc

Cheers
Abon 3:27 AM - 10 July, 2018
Quote:
Hello.long time ago i buy a used technics 1210- mk2.anyone can tell age(date) of my Turntables?

Serial from both - prnt.sc
prnt.sc

Cheers


PS: Without cut inside
Aptidda 3:50 PM - 10 July, 2018
quit being lazy and research how to determine the age of your technics yourself.

Here is a guide on how to do so:

Go to www.google.com - type in: how to determine age of Technics - click appropriate link - follow instructions.
Abon 6:52 PM - 10 July, 2018
Quote:
quit being lazy and research how to determine the age of your technics yourself.

Here is a guide on how to do so:

Go to www.google.com - type in: how to determine age of Technics - click appropriate link - follow instructions.


Dude you dont talk for a kid...Im not lazy.... i search on google and no aswer for my serial number from my turntable. it was not written in the same way as the others, got it?websites on google is a copy past from others with something like that: Old-format serial number: NHOJF20765 (SL-1200 manufactured 1982)
The first digit shows the year when the turntable was manufactured. These serial numbers contain no indication of the month of manufacture. It should be noted that serial numbers in this format contain no letters following digits.

New-format serial number: GE4FB001154 (SL-1200MK2 manufactured June 2004)
The first digit shows the year when the turntable was manufactured, while the month of manufacture is indicated by the letter following it. Months are coded as letters between A and L inclusive; A indicates January, B indicates February, and so on, so F indicates June.,

Diferent than my serial number no?lol
You no need come here acting like a hater because you dont have a aswer to me.


ps: I READ ALL COMMENTS HERE
d:raf 7:13 PM - 10 July, 2018
@Abon: It just looks like a “new format” number to me. I think you’re getting thrown off by the fact that it doesn’t start with “G”. What you should be looking at are the 3rd and 4th characters (7L in both, aka December 2007).

Someone correct me if I’m wrong...
kip 10:38 PM - 10 July, 2018
Quote:
Serial from both - prnt.sc
prnt.sc

Both are 1987 December 16, units 006 and 155 made that day.
Aptidda 3:18 PM - 11 July, 2018
Quote:
Quote:
quit being lazy and research how to determine the age of your technics yourself.

Here is a guide on how to do so:

Go to www.google.com - type in: how to determine age of Technics - click appropriate link - follow instructions.


Dude you dont talk for a kid...Im not lazy.... i search on google and no aswer for my serial number from my turntable. it was not written in the same way as the others, got it?websites on google is a copy past from others with something like that: Old-format serial number: NHOJF20765 (SL-1200 manufactured 1982)
The first digit shows the year when the turntable was manufactured. These serial numbers contain no indication of the month of manufacture. It should be noted that serial numbers in this format contain no letters following digits.

New-format serial number: GE4FB001154 (SL-1200MK2 manufactured June 2004)
The first digit shows the year when the turntable was manufactured, while the month of manufacture is indicated by the letter following it. Months are coded as letters between A and L inclusive; A indicates January, B indicates February, and so on, so F indicates June.,

Diferent than my serial number no?lol
You no need come here acting like a hater because you dont have a aswer to me.


ps: I READ ALL COMMENTS HERE



In this day and age if you are seriously stating that you were unable to find the information you are seeking you are as stated above: lazy and/or incompetent.
Abon 1:43 AM - 13 July, 2018
Quote:
@Abon: It just looks like a “new format” number to me. I think you’re getting thrown off by the fact that it doesn’t start with “G”. What you should be looking at are the 3rd and 4th characters (7L in both, aka December 2007).

Someone correct me if I’m wrong...


Not really.i thinking before they are from 87,97 or 2007, so i writing "Without cut inside" to get better information about it. Thank you

Quote:
Quote:
Serial from both - prnt.sc
prnt.sc

Both are 1987 December 16, units 006 and 155 made that day.


They are from 87 because dont have cut inside? Thank you

Quote:
Quote:
Quote:


In this day and age if you are seriously stating that you were unable to find the information you are seeking you are as stated above: lazy and/or incompetent.


"In this day and age if you are seriously stating that you were unable to" be a friendly guy, its normal when you come by first time call me Lazy and stupid using other words...

cheers
kip 11:53 PM - 13 July, 2018
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They are from 87 because dont have cut inside? Thank you

No, because the number format suggests that.
Abon 3:27 PM - 17 July, 2018
Quote:
Quote:
They are from 87 because dont have cut inside? Thank you

No, because the number format suggests that.

Thank you Kip. cheers
Don kippesoep 9:35 AM - 23 September, 2018
Hi KIP , can you tell me plz
in which year mine SL 1200 mk2 where made .
serial number is MJ3L29D020

Thank you
kip 12:40 PM - 23 September, 2018
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MJ3L29D020

29 December 1983,
20th unit made that day.
Don kippesoep 12:42 PM - 23 September, 2018
Thank you kip 👍🏽
kip 2:08 PM - 23 September, 2018
Curious to know if the hole where the rca cables come out is big or small. Can you measure the diameter?
Don kippesoep 2:28 PM - 23 September, 2018
I wil check it fore you

👍🏽
Don kippesoep 8:29 PM - 25 September, 2018
Hi kip

The diameter is 3 mm ✌🏽

Gr Don Kippesoep
kip 3:30 AM - 26 September, 2018
Can't be 3 mm, that's too small. Obviously a misunderstanding.
Is it like this:
i.pinimg.com
or like this:
www.djresource.eu
Don kippesoep 9:59 AM - 26 September, 2018
Hi kip

The firts is it 👍🏽
kip 6:04 PM - 26 September, 2018
Ok, that's the large hole, seen on the earlier models, which confirms the derived date/year - 1983.
TurtleFaceBrownNoser 9:47 PM - 27 September, 2018
I aged my beautys and they are from 1990's and early 2000's. Still purrin like a kitty!
Oldpair 2:02 AM - 6 October, 2018
GE8EW16460
These are SL-1200MK2-XA

Any idea the date of manufacturer?
kip 8:53 AM - 6 October, 2018
Looks like 1988.
Oldpair 2:33 PM - 6 October, 2018
Thank you. They are still sealed in boxes and have never been unwrapped or used. Brand new from 1988.
kip 3:47 AM - 7 October, 2018
Can you recheck the number? This GE could be newer than 1988.
Oldpair 1:55 PM - 7 October, 2018
That number is correct. How can you tell if they are newer?
kip 5:58 AM - 8 October, 2018
I think GE appeared after 1990, but it should have one more digit. Having it unpacked makes me think it's newer (1998 or 2008). There are some signs to check on the turntable itself.
Statenhal 8:41 PM - 16 October, 2018
Hi kip, bought my set brand new in Holland back in 93, what else can you tell from the 2 serials? Month, country?

GE3EN51639 and GE3EN51644

Tia!
kip 2:41 PM - 17 October, 2018
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GE3EN51639 and GE3EN51644

May 1993, nothing more I could tell.
kleerkoat 7:07 PM - 17 October, 2018
do 1210's share the same format? going by the first digit, mine is a 1, but on the OP's post it should be a letter? or am i stupid?

NH1GJ10722

i'm not lazy, it just isn't matching up to the "formula"
kip 9:36 PM - 17 October, 2018
Quote:
NH1GJ10722

Should be 1981. Check the hole on the underside where the rca cables go out of the unit. Should be big one, 10cm. Also hinges are different than the newer models.
kleerkoat 10:32 PM - 17 October, 2018
Thanks Kip, appreciate that very much.
DJ Emir 9:03 AM - 18 October, 2018
My MK2s were bought in 1992 my MK5s were purchased around 1998 and I have used the same pair since... Kind of wished I had waited for the MK5Gs... didn't know that was coming LOL... but anything Techniques = Old as F.... LOL I think 1200's came out when I was born LOL. Bruce Lee died that year, Disco and Funk was at its height and the U.S. had pulled out of Vietnam like a teen without a condom.
hellodustin 5:34 AM - 26 November, 2018
Hey I've got a set of SL-1200MK2-A-1 which are also labelled SL-1200MK2P-K with the serials GE8IX15018 and GE8IX15164 I was wondering if I could get help identifying manufacture dates. They're beautiful matte black I got em mostly new(still plastic bags on the dustcovers) around 2010 from a guy on craigslist who got paid the set for doing a gig for a club. Had em voltage switched recently they're purring along in the southern hemisphere nowadays.
TurtleFaceBrownNoser 4:29 PM - 26 November, 2018
Quote:
Hey I've got a set of SL-1200MK2-A-1 which are also labelled SL-1200MK2P-K with the serials GE8IX15018 and GE8IX15164 I was wondering if I could get help identifying manufacture dates. They're beautiful matte black I got em mostly new(still plastic bags on the dustcovers) around 2010 from a guy on craigslist who got paid the set for doing a gig for a club. Had em voltage switched recently they're purring along in the southern hemisphere nowadays.


Hey Dustin! those are 1998's and 2000's. Enjoy my bruddah!
kip 7:20 PM - 26 November, 2018
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GE8IX15018 and GE8IX15164

September 1998. If with cutout 2008.
Quote:

With cutout static.webshopapp.com
without cutout static.webshopapp.com
desese 11:25 AM - 8 January, 2019
I have some problems with my NH1FJ48300.
According to description in top post it should be 1984. However, according to this site www.kabusa.com it seems to be 1981. No holes between 9 - 11 o'clock. RCA hole is small. Anybody ??

Ps. Still works perfectly :)
Dazaws 7:51 AM - 11 January, 2019
Hi there from Australia.
SL-1200
SFNN120X01
It was my dads turntable and I’m sure he had it before 1980 ?

Thanks
From Daza.
jean-jim 12:40 PM - 13 January, 2019
hey Kip, can please help me figure out the productions years of my two mk2 sl 1200

GE7KV14185
AG7K27F009
the both didn't have any cut out 9-11 o clock...

thanks in advance, i got them in 2007 as used...

thanks from france!
kip 6:20 PM - 13 January, 2019
Quote:
hey Kip, can please help me figure out the productions years of my two mk2 sl 1200

GE7KV14185
AG7K27F009
the both didn't have any cut out 9-11 o clock...

thanks in advance, i got them in 2007 as used...

thanks from france!

Probably 1997 November.
grkwn999 7:17 PM - 19 January, 2019
My Technics SL-1200MK2-E , ser.no. GE5JS53195.
Can you tell me how ever it was made?
thanks.
kip 2:06 PM - 20 January, 2019
October 2005 or 1995.
grkwn999 6:04 PM - 20 January, 2019
thank you very much
RasMatches 10:21 PM - 20 January, 2019
Hello, picked up a pair here: GE2KM16637 and GE2KM16677, I haven’t popped it open yet
RasMatches 10:25 PM - 20 January, 2019
They are 1200-mK2-PC
RasMatches 10:25 PM - 20 January, 2019
I’m sorry, 1210’s black
kip 1:46 AM - 21 January, 2019
November 2002 or 1992.
youngwill82 1:13 AM - 31 January, 2019
I have a question about the serial numbers themselves. On mine the SN is on the back left of the unit, silver sticker, says SL1200MK2P-K then below that directly, it has the SN. Pretty sure the -K means it’s the black version. (Which I thought was odd because most people’s black mk2s were 1210) I don’t know the SN right now as I’m at work and can’t look at the moment. My question though, is I’ve noticed some for sale online with that basic layout for the SN sticker (model on top, SN directly underneath) and some where the sticker is in the same place but only has the SN and no model number...any insight on this? My original thought was if it didn’t look like the original layout (as mentioned) then is it a knock off? But curious if anyone knows what this is, and if that means they are in fact not “real”?
kip 9:29 AM - 31 January, 2019
There are variations, it doesn't mean it's a knock off. You can tell a knock off from miles away, it usually has the Pioneer, Reloop, Stanton or Audio Technica logo on it ;)
youngwill82 2:37 PM - 31 January, 2019
Quote:
There are variations, it doesn't mean it's a knock off. You can tell a knock off from miles away, it usually has the Pioneer, Reloop, Stanton or Audio Technica logo on it ;)



thank you for responding.

oh, wow, yeah, that is pretty bad, and obvious... I haven't seen any then I guess. but some of these USED decks are in Pristine condition and they only want, for example, $800 for the pair where as I've seen lesser looking decks with blemishes and usually in the $500-700 range.... theres got to be a catch right?
kip 3:31 PM - 31 January, 2019
Not really, depends on the seller.
HighTopFade 10:11 PM - 31 January, 2019
What years were the dual voltage MK2 manufactured?
Crackpipe 9:29 PM - 1 February, 2019
My 2 M3Ds I bought used in 04 or 05.

May 1999
Oct 1999

Coming up on 20 years for these bad boys.
kip 10:13 PM - 1 February, 2019
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What years were the dual voltage MK2 manufactured?

Probably from the beginning, but for some markets only.
David G. 12:04 AM - 7 February, 2019
Hello from Barcelona.
I have a second-hand Technics 1200 Mk2 with the serial GEOFX52585 and the seller says he bought it in 2002. Is that possible? Although I'm not sure if it's the letter O or the number zero.

if it were a zero GE0FX52585 then it would be June 2000?

but if it were the letter O then what year would it be?

Is it possible to send a photo of the serial?

Thank you
kip 4:03 PM - 7 February, 2019
Probably it's a zero. Check for the cutout at 9-11 o'clock on the chassis serato.com
With cutout = June 2000, without cutout = June 1990.
No guarantee, though, as the cutout appeared "around" 2000.
paros 7:48 PM - 7 February, 2019
hello Kip.. a little help please needed from Greece.. 4 decks to check please

sl 1200 mk 2 - E ser.. AG8315F194

sl 1200 mk 2 - XGE ser.. AG7K11F003

sl 1200 mk2 - E ser.. AG7L07F195

sl 1200 mk2 - XA ser.. GE41R90689

Can you tell us what the code means after the mk2.. many thanks in advance
kip 10:21 PM - 7 February, 2019
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Can you tell us what the code means after the mk2

These are the intended market country codes,
E - Switzerland and Scandinavia,
XA - Southeast Asia, Oceania, Africa, Middle East, Latin America,
XGE - not sure, could be Europe, "Rest of Europe" or UK (check if it's UK plug maybe?)

Quote:
AG8315F194

1988 March 15, 194th unit made that day

Quote:
AG7K11F003

1987 November 11, 3rd unit made that day

Quote:
AG7L07F195

1987 December 07, 195th unit made that day

Quote:
GE41R90689

Is this 1 or the letter I? GE should be post 1990, but in the place of 1 the format has letter for the month. Maybe it is deviated so it's first month - January, 1994 or 2004 (if has the cutout). If it's letter I it's November.
paros 11:08 PM - 7 February, 2019
hello Kip.. yes i mistyped the last serial number.. it should have been GE4IR 90698 it is a I and not a one.. and the last 3 numbers i mixed up first time around...just to thank you again
kip 2:54 AM - 8 February, 2019
Quote:
If it's letter I it's November.

Sorry, letter I is September.
David G. 12:46 PM - 10 February, 2019
Quote:
Probably it's a zero. Check for the cutout at 9-11 o'clock on the chassis serato.com
With cutout = June 2000, without cutout = June 1990.
No guarantee, though, as the cutout appeared "around" 2000.


Surely it's June 2000. Thanks for your help, Kip.
WildcardX 2:01 PM - 10 February, 2019
Hi, can you confirm these for me as well. I think it is 1983 but can't say for sure. Thanks

MJ3S06D360
MJ3J11D224
kip 6:12 PM - 10 February, 2019
Quote:
MJ3S06D360
MJ3J11D224

Looks like 83 but the S is confusing. Is it a 5 maybe?
WildcardX 6:21 PM - 10 February, 2019
That should be MJ3806D360, my bad.
kip 6:36 PM - 10 February, 2019
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MJ3806D360

1983 August 06 Unit 360 made that day
Quote:
MJ3J11D224

1983 October 11 Unit 224 made that day
Make sure the J is not something else.
WildcardX 6:46 PM - 10 February, 2019
Quote:
Quote:
MJ3806D360

1983 August 06 Unit 360 made that day
Quote:
MJ3J11D224

1983 October 11 Unit 224 made that day
Make sure the J is not something else.

Yeah went back and confirmed the other one when there was the first error I made and did again just now. It's a J.
WildcardX 2:15 PM - 11 February, 2019
Quote:
Quote:
MJ3806D360

1983 August 06 Unit 360 made that day
Quote:
MJ3J11D224

1983 October 11 Unit 224 made that day
Make sure the J is not something else.


Oh damn, I just realized I forgot to thank you in my last reply. Apologies and thank you. I appreciate the clarification.
kip 5:45 PM - 11 February, 2019
No prob, all cool.
Mopart 4:00 AM - 12 February, 2019
Hello, just purchased pair of SL-1200mk2s, please help determine age.
GE7iV01480
GE7iV01545
No cut out visible, Thank You.
kip 5:08 AM - 12 February, 2019
1997 September
popnwave 1:50 AM - 15 February, 2019
Dug out my old SL-1200 MK2-a-1

NHOAF17144 (or is that a 0)

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kip 2:03 AM - 15 February, 2019
If it's zero it could be 1980. See the underside, if the rca cable hole is large like 10cm diameter - it is 1980. Hinges receptacles are also "shallow". If you can, post pics of both.
popnwave 2:14 AM - 15 February, 2019
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If it's zero it could be 1980. See the underside, if the rca cable hole is large like 10cm diameter - it is 1980. Hinges receptacles are also "shallow". If you can, post pics of both.


Stupid pic of the hinges isn't uploading, but there's the body, does look like the bigger hole:

imgur.com
kip 3:22 AM - 15 February, 2019
It's the small hole, that shouldn't be 1980. Probably it's 1990.
fraud squad 5:17 PM - 5 March, 2019
One I have is MJ 3704 D060, I bought it for £90 in 1989, can someone confirm if this is Dec 04 1983 please, thanks in advance.
kip 5:44 AM - 6 March, 2019
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MJ 3704 D060

1983 July 4th, unit 60
fraud squad 3:06 PM - 6 March, 2019
......and still going strong. One of the soundest investments I've ever made. 10/10
Eljay787 1:16 AM - 9 March, 2019
I need help with this... SN: MJ6L18F251
kip 6:46 AM - 9 March, 2019
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MJ6L18F251

Possibly 1986 December 18, unit 251
joe16tons 10:30 AM - 19 March, 2019
Hi Folks,
boring i know but more serial numbers...
Im not sure what people mean by old style serial numbers and new style

NH0FF16904

GE7EV06280

CG8K09F380

thanks in advance
kip 2:21 PM - 19 March, 2019
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NH0FF16904

Probably 1990, if large hole maybe 1980 (less probable).
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GE7EV06280

1997, May. If with cutout - 2007.
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CG8K09F380

Possibly 1988, November 09, unit 380.
Mr Al 11:59 PM - 3 April, 2019
GE9KA22237 SL1200M3D
kip 9:41 AM - 4 April, 2019
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GE9KA22237 SL1200M3D

1999 November
mixxmatt 4:12 AM - 7 April, 2019
Hi just purchased a pair if mk2's
Serial numbers are :GE1GX001015
and GE8EW17847
Anyone know how to work out the age from the S/N ?
Thanks in advance!
kip 12:29 PM - 7 April, 2019
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GE1GX001015

July 1991 or 2001 if it has the cutout*

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GE8EW17847

May 1998 or 2008 if it has the cutout*

*cutout: serato.com
mixxmatt 2:07 PM - 7 April, 2019
Thank you ! Very much appreciated with regards to the " cutout" is this on the back where cables go into the unit ?
kip 5:09 PM - 7 April, 2019
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is this on the back where cables go into the unit ?

No, it's under the platter at 9-11 o'clock position. Follow the link above to a post that links to a photo.
mixxmatt 5:21 PM - 7 April, 2019
Ok so GE8EW17847 has no cutout so 1998 ?
GE1GX001015 has a cutout so 2001 ?

Thanks again
kip 9:05 PM - 7 April, 2019
Yes.
mixxmatt 9:21 PM - 7 April, 2019
Thanks kip!
Cjc 9:57 AM - 9 April, 2019
Hi Kip, I have 2 1200’s from 1985 I believe? MJ5828F062 and MJ5927F285, both have the small rca hole underneath, both have the smaller logo font ,61 mm long, I have a 2001 1200 and 2008 1210 that both have a larger logo font that is 78mm long, the pair with the MJ5 codes also have the little hole in the tone arm base, anti-clockwise from the height adjust lever, they have rubber caps covering them and apparently it was because the tone arm was used on other models like SL1700mk2.
kip 9:43 PM - 9 April, 2019
Yeah, 1985. August 28, unit 062 and September 27, unit 285.
Interesting details.
Cjc 8:19 AM - 10 April, 2019
Hi Kip, thanks for the reply, there’s an interesting video on YouTube titled Rare Early Technics SL1200, the guy says its a lot heavier and when he removes the platter the motor spindle is attached to it!,it is like a spinning top,I suppose they changed this because it would be easy to damage, he also said the plastic arm rest is slightly smaller,I can see the rests on my ‘85 decks are slightly smaller than on my ‘01 and ‘08 decks.
kip 10:15 AM - 10 April, 2019
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when he removes the platter the motor spindle is attached to it

Commenter says it is broken. Think he's right.
Cjc 12:05 PM - 10 April, 2019
Hi Kip, no I don’t think it’s broken as you can see how the spindle is attached to the underside of the platter, I mentioned this to a mate who says he knew someone who had an early one that was the same.
kip 4:32 PM - 10 April, 2019
Maybe, I can't see the special way it is attached, looks like it is just stuck.
Cjc 5:07 PM - 10 April, 2019
Hi Kip, yes I think you’re right, it is a straight shaft and looks like it has lost the piece that holds it in place when removing the platter.😊
SLS 11:42 AM - 7 May, 2019
Hi All,

I have a really old MK2 - I think it is probably from late 70's/early 80's. The serial number is MJ3312D056

Do you know what year this is?
kip 4:40 PM - 10 May, 2019
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MJ3312D056

12 March 1983, unit 56.
Erniethree 8:30 PM - 13 May, 2019
Good evening.. I live in UK..I have read alot of useful information on this thread..

I have 2 X SL 1200 mk2.. one doesn’t have its serial on the usual location rear right corner... is there any where else on the turntable it could be..
Yes it is a genuine 1200 👌🏻

My other one is SL 1200 mk2 - XA

Serial is GE5BS94454

Thank you very much for your time

Erniethree/ Mark
kip 2:04 AM - 14 May, 2019
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one doesn’t have its serial on the usual location rear right corner

Probably it's on the bottom side.

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GE5BS94454

February 1995 or 2005 if it has a cutout on the chassis under the platter at 9-11 o'clock position.
Einario 9:02 AM - 13 June, 2019
Hi! Recently bought a second hand 1210mk2, so now I have a pair of them (hooray!!!). Wanted to know what is the year of manufacuring.
So here are the numbers:

GE4KZ001315
GE4LZ001191

I guess, they both are from 1994 or 2004 if im corectly understand?!

Thanks in advance.
kip 9:03 AM - 14 June, 2019
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I guess, they both are from 1994 or 2004 if im corectly understand?!

Yes, November and December.
DJ Fa2LA 5:09 PM - 26 July, 2019
Shout out to creator of the post, this is awesome! Was wondering same thing, after reviewing similar #'s above and think they're MARCH and APRIL 1998.

But could someone with more experience confirm if I'm correct?? Funny I always thought they were older! Think still have manual for (A), so maybe I can look there too.

Deck A GE8CW06888
Deck B GE8DW09069
kip 7:58 PM - 26 July, 2019
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think they're MARCH and APRIL 1998.

Yes.
DSMing91 3:07 AM - 10 September, 2019
Hello, I got two that I'm trying to figure out their dates.

1. DK1924D185
2. DK1924D157

Thanks
kip 2:30 PM - 11 September, 2019
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Hello, I got two that I'm trying to figure out their dates.

1. DK1924D185
2. DK1924D157

Thanks


1981 24 September, units 185 and 157
Do they have large hole under the tonearm base where rca cables go out?
DSMing91 9:50 PM - 12 September, 2019
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Hello, I got two that I'm trying to figure out their dates.

1. DK1924D185
2. DK1924D157

Thanks


1981 24 September, units 185 and 157
Do they have large hole under the tonearm base where rca cables go out?


Thanks man.

Yes, I'd say its like about 4"
kip 11:25 PM - 14 September, 2019
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Yes, I'd say its like about 4"

That confirms the year is correct, an early model. Hinges should be different too.
Gary1200mk2 8:21 PM - 8 November, 2019
Hi everyone!

I just acquired a 1200mk2 new in the box and need help identifying the year made. I do not want to open the box to verify the hinges or size of the RCA cutout.

The serial number is MJ6L18F059. At the beginning of the forum it states that it is manufactured in 1981.
This makes sense since the seller stated that it was manufactured in the early 80s.

However, others state on this forum that the 3rd digit is the year that would be 1986.

What year is it? Any help would be appreciated!
kip 2:37 AM - 10 November, 2019
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MJ6L18F059

Could be 1986 December 18, unit 59.
Gary1200mk2 3:36 PM - 11 November, 2019
Thanks for your response! I am thinking it is 1986 too. I am taking the box to have it xrayed today to see the bottom RCA cutout size - will advise.
Gary1200mk2 12:02 AM - 12 November, 2019
New 1200 MK2 Serial #MJ6L18F059 is a 1986 model per the X-rays. The X-rays did not pick-up any plastic so I could not see the diameter of the tonearm hole in the base. However, the hinges did appear and are the later model hinges.

Perhaps this will help others. Probably not many more 1980s models left still in an unopened box.
kip 4:57 PM - 12 November, 2019
By 1986 decks should already had the new appearance, including the small hole. Early 80's models were different.
WildcardX 10:31 AM - 13 November, 2019
Yeah, my decks from 1983 had a big hole under the tonearm assembly that you can actually remove the base plate without taking apart the deck. It is also a 2 piece assemble instead of 3 like later MKIIs.
Cjc 8:27 PM - 13 November, 2019
Hi Kip, I have recently acquired another pair of 1200’s, 1982 and 1983 models, I have noticed that the top of each foot has a machined aluminium ring on it, you can see the fine marks left by the tooling, they look very nice compared with the rings on my 1985 pair which I believe to be chromed brass as they are not magnetic, a cost cutting exercise I reckon, the earlier feet with aluminium rings look much nicer when next to the later ones😊
kip 6:12 PM - 14 November, 2019
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Hi Kip, I have recently acquired another pair of 1200’s, 1982 and 1983 models, I have noticed that the top of each foot has a machined aluminium ring on it, you can see the fine marks left by the tooling, they look very nice compared with the rings on my 1985 pair which I believe to be chromed brass as they are not magnetic, a cost cutting exercise I reckon, the earlier feet with aluminium rings look much nicer when next to the later ones😊

Would be nice to see a photo of them side by side.
Cjc 9:58 PM - 14 November, 2019
Hi Kip, trying to send photo but not having any luck☹️
Gary1200mk2 3:33 AM - 16 November, 2019
I really like the feet rings of the early model 1200mk2s as well. The are specially machined with the grooves in them. Have a couple of 1981s with them. I've sold a lot of feet on ebay - may sell these for more?!
Double vinyl 1780 9:37 PM - 11 December, 2019
I have a 1200 mk2 I’m trying to figure out the age of. It has the 4 inch hole on the bottom where the rca cables come out. Got it used and it needed a pop up light which I fixed. The serial number is MJ3808D359
kip 4:52 PM - 12 December, 2019
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MJ3808D359

1983 August 8 unit 359
Rubb Surr 5:52 PM - 31 January, 2020
AG8107F147

:)
Rubb Surr 8:50 AM - 1 February, 2020
I think it"s from 1988
kip 1:07 AM - 4 February, 2020
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AG8107F147

:)

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I think it"s from 1988

I think the same. January 7th 1988, unit 147.
DjWally305 3:29 AM - 9 April, 2020
What year are this from SL-1200MK2
SN# GE8GW13574
SN# GE8GW13582
And how much do they go for know?
kip 10:50 PM - 9 April, 2020
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What year are this from SL-1200MK2
SN# GE8GW13574
SN# GE8GW13582
And how much do they go for know?

July 1998 or 2008. Price depends on many factors.
JoReb 8:08 PM - 19 April, 2020
How old is my Technics SL-1200MK2 with serial number MJ6J14F413 ?
AMO (Sonicbreaks UK) 3:10 PM - 20 April, 2020
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How old is my Technics SL-1200MK2 with serial number MJ6J14F413 ?


October 1986
Logy 6:34 PM - 26 April, 2020
GE6LB01162 R

So this is December 2006? (I bought it new in early 2007)
AMO (Sonicbreaks UK) 8:41 PM - 26 April, 2020
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GE6LB01162 R

So this is December 2006? (I bought it new in early 2007)

Yes, December 2006
WildcardX 8:24 PM - 4 August, 2020
Hi I have 4 decks curently I am working on. Two are the cery rare black SL1200 (not 1210s) so I just figured it would be nice ot find out the exact dates for all of them.

The SN numbers are :

NH0FF11426 (Black SL1200)
NH0FF11488 (Black SL1200)

NH0LG35367
GE3KZ001056

Thank you
AMO (Sonicbreaks UK) 8:40 PM - 4 August, 2020
June 1990
June 1990
December 1990
November 2003
WildcardX 8:54 PM - 4 August, 2020
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June 1990
June 1990
December 1990
November 2003


Awesome. Thank you.
kip 7:49 AM - 11 October, 2020
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Two are the cery rare black SL1200 (not 1210s)

Can you read SL-1200MK2PK anywhere on the units, including back/under stickers? How wide is the hole underneath, where rca cables exit the unit?
EODbam 2:40 AM - 23 December, 2020
My SL-1200Mk2-XA serial number is MJ3804D100. I’ve seen other post saying this serial number would have been made in the 80’s but I know that it was bought in the 70’s so how are the like serial numbers 80’s models? I have a solid base (not 2 parts), the hinges are the original flat ones, and I have the 4” hole for the tone arm. I’m trying to find some replacement parts and would like to confirm the year. My grandpa said he bought this in 1975 and all I can see is the mk2 came out 78/79 but I’ve also found that info to be different on multiple sites. Any help with sites sources would be great. Thank you everyone.
EODbam 2:41 AM - 23 December, 2020
My SL-1200Mk2-XA serial number is MJ3804D100. I’ve seen other post saying this serial number would have been made in the 80’s but I know that it was bought in the 70’s so how are the like serial numbers 80’s models? I have a solid base (not 2 parts), the hinges are the original flat ones, and I have the 4” hole for the tone arm. I’m trying to find some replacement parts and would like to confirm the year. My grandpa said he bought this in 1975 and all I can see is the mk2 came out 78/79 but I’ve also found that info to be different on multiple sites. Any help with sites sources would be great. Thank you everyone.
AMO (Sonicbreaks UK) 6:32 AM - 23 December, 2020
This is the website I use to decode the serial numbers.
serial-number-decoder.co.uk
Your Grandpa must be mistaken about the year he purchased it as they were manufactured from 1979 onwards. The mk1 was manufactured from 1972.
EODbam 1:52 AM - 29 December, 2020
Thank you. Maybe he was 10 years off. He bought it new and swears it was at least in the 70’s lol. I have the original box and paperwork that went with it. The pages are all stuck together though due to a basement flood last year. Sucks I know.
EODbam 10:08 PM - 1 January, 2021
Another question. When I replaced my target light (converted it to LED) and replaced my broken tone arm, I saw that my base was a solid piece vs 2 pieces. I’ve done research and cannot for the life of me find out what the second base piece is for or why it was needed. Should I look to upgrade to a 2 piece base, or is the single, solid base better?
WildcardX 3:29 PM - 3 January, 2021
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Another question. When I replaced my target light (converted it to LED) and replaced my broken tone arm, I saw that my base was a solid piece vs 2 pieces. I’ve done research and cannot for the life of me find out what the second base piece is for or why it was needed. Should I look to upgrade to a 2 piece base, or is the single, solid base better?

THe second piece was just developed for better isolation so that vibrations wouldn't affect your playback. For the most part you wouldn't have to worry about it as it is negligible and particularly if you don't use those decks out (not factoring the situation in the world right now) it won't matter. If I remember correctly when I had my pair like that vs my other pair htat had hte 2 piece base, they had different mounting points for the screws for both the inner piece and just lighly different for hte outer piece. (Note that this is if my memory serves me correctly as I vaguely remember questioning this assembly set up.)
WildcardX 3:30 PM - 3 January, 2021
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Another question. When I replaced my target light (converted it to LED) and replaced my broken tone arm, I saw that my base was a solid piece vs 2 pieces. I’ve done research and cannot for the life of me find out what the second base piece is for or why it was needed. Should I look to upgrade to a 2 piece base, or is the single, solid base better?

The second piece was just developed for better isolation so that vibrations wouldn't affect your playback. For the most part you wouldn't have to worry about it as it is negligible and particularly if you don't use those decks out (not factoring the situation in the world right now) it won't matter. If I remember correctly when I had my pair like that vs my other pair htat had hte 2 piece base, they had different mounting points for the screws for both the inner piece and just lighly different for hte outer piece. (Note that this is if my memory serves me correctly as I vaguely remember questioning this assembly set up.)
WildcardX 3:31 PM - 3 January, 2021
Ugh, a Delet button for fixing duplicate posts on the forum would be nice in 2021. Apologies for that.
bArtz 2:39 PM - 30 January, 2021
Hi

could you help me with finding age of this guys

GE7HC01323R

GE4IR56323

Thanks heaps

Bartz
AMO (Sonicbreaks UK) 2:54 PM - 30 January, 2021
GE7HC01323R was made in August of 2007
GE4IR56323 was made in September of 1994
bArtz 1:52 PM - 1 February, 2021
Thank you AMO (Sonicbreaks UK)
Paul Esse 3:17 AM - 3 February, 2021
Hi,
AG8324F279
Is this 1988, March, 24 279th unit? Small hole under the tone arm.
Thanks,
-Paul
AMO (Sonicbreaks UK) 6:15 AM - 3 February, 2021
AG8324F279 was made in March of 1988. Not sure about the other numbers, someone else may know.
Paul Esse 6:00 AM - 5 February, 2021
Thank you AMO (Sonicbreaks UK)
Gallo Music 5:29 AM - 5 October, 2021
Hello,
Somone can help me determine the age of my SL-1200MK2-M, SER. NO. GE5CS89461 ?
AMO (Sonicbreaks UK) 6:45 AM - 5 October, 2021
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Hello,
Somone can help me determine the age of my SL-1200MK2-M, SER. NO. GE5CS89461 ?

This turntable (GE5CS89461) was made in March of 1995
Gallo Music 4:09 PM - 5 October, 2021
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Hello,
Someone can help me determine the age of my SL-1200MK2-M, SER. NO. GE5CS89461 ?

This turntable (GE5CS89461) was made in March of 1995

Hi AMO,
Thanks a lot for your help!
Zymotic909 6:01 PM - 7 February, 2022
Hi, what about this serial Da2701do32 ?

I got my technics from my dad and have used it daily since 96, I guess he bought it in 79.

Cheers,
AMO (Sonicbreaks UK) 7:43 PM - 7 February, 2022
Hi there,
Not quite as old as you thought but still a very early model.

This turntable (DA2701D032) was made in July of 1982
Zymotic909 7:50 PM - 7 February, 2022
Thanks man!
multiverse7 9:27 PM - 9 April, 2022
What an epic thread!

I have had my SL1200's mk2 17 years, I got them off a friend that was privileged enough to have a dad that owned a night club! It shut down, they took everything out (sound system, lights, dj gear!) they sat unused for a while. Would love to know how old they are.

MJ23803D028 is one of them, they look beaten and abused, but they still hold true.
Solid gear

Thanks
multiverse7 9:27 PM - 9 April, 2022
What an epic thread!

I have had my SL1200's mk2 17 years, I got them off a friend that was privileged enough to have a dad that owned a night club! It shut down, they took everything out (sound system, lights, dj gear!) they sat unused for a while. Would love to know how old they are.

MJ23803D028 is one of them, they look beaten and abused, but they still hold true.
Solid gear

Thanks
multiverse7 10:06 PM - 9 April, 2022
My bad, recaptcha messed up, also should have been MJ3803D028
(not sure where the 2 appeared from previously!)
AMO (Sonicbreaks UK) 6:45 AM - 10 April, 2022
This turntable (MJ3803D028) was made in August of 1983
multiverse7 8:22 PM - 10 April, 2022
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This turntable (MJ3803D028) was made in August of 1983


A year older than me! Noice. Thanks AMO
DJ Em Nice 4:52 PM - 17 June, 2022
I just looked up my serial numbers on my M3Ds and 1 of my decks is showing 1989 but these were first made available in the late 90s so I believe the year is 1999 not 1989?
GE9KA22028 shows November 1989
GE1AB002336 shows January 2001.
Both are M3Ds.
AMO (Sonicbreaks UK) 5:01 PM - 17 June, 2022
Yes I would say you are correct with 1999.
There seems to be an error with the decoder.
DJ Em Nice 5:09 PM - 17 June, 2022
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Yes I would say you are correct with 1999.
There seems to be an error with the decoder.

Cool, thank you.
Peter112 5:43 AM - 24 November, 2022
The first number represents the year of manufacture of the turntable, the month of manufacture is represented by au.australianwritings.com the next letter. Months are encoded as letters from A to L. A is January, B is February,
PaulieG 5:25 PM - 21 November, 2023
I have an odd number .. I hope I can get some help Technics
SL-1200MK2 SN- SFNN122M10
Can anyone help me on this?
DJ Em Nice 6:07 PM - 21 November, 2023
I just checked this site and it's showing an unknown format

serial-number-decoder.co.uk
Technics serial number :
SFNN122M10
Serial number (SFNN122M10) is in an unknown format

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I have an odd number .. I hope I can get some help Technics
SL-1200MK2 SN- SFNN122M10
Can anyone help me on this?
SpinThis! 9:11 PM - 22 November, 2023
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Serial number (SFNN122M10) is in an unknown format

Yeh my guess it's a 1989 or earlier model.

According to this site [ www.kabusa.com ], the last 6 should be a number.
Auralee87 7:39 PM - 1 November, 2024
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