Supreme x Technics SL-1200MK7 Turntable
The original behind the Supreme x Technics SL-1200MK7 Turntable is the Technics SL-1200MK7 Turntable — $1299.99 retail vs Supreme's $1498.
Supreme vs. Original
Supreme version
About the original
The Technics SL-1200MK7 is the current production version of the direct-drive turntable that has been the DJ industry standard since 1972, built with a new coreless direct-drive motor that eliminates cogging, 4.5 kg-cm of starting torque, and a 0.025% W.R.M.S. wow-and-flutter rating. It plays 33, 45, and 78 RPM, reaches 33 1/3 from standstill in 0.7 seconds, and offers ±8% or ±16% pitch adjustment with a reset button. The tonearm is a static-balance S-shaped design with adjustable anti-skating. The FW2023 Supreme collab features a white-tinted base, inset metal badge, white Technics-logo slipmat, and hingeless dust cover, retailing at $1,498 against a $999 standard MSRP.
About Technics
Technics is a Japanese audio equipment brand launched by Panasonic (then Matsushita Electric) in 1965 in Osaka. The brand built its reputation on high-fidelity amplifiers, speakers, and turntables engineered for both home listening and professional use. Its SL-1200 direct-drive turntable, introduced in 1972, became the standard deck of club and hip-hop DJs worldwide and remained in continuous production with periodic revisions. Technics also produces headphones, earphones, and the SL-1500C and SL-G700 reference players. Supreme has collaborated with Technics on co-branded turntables and accessories tied to the SL-1200 lineage.
Price comparison
| Supreme retail | $1498 |
|---|---|
| Technics retail | $1299.99 |
| Hype tax | +15% |
Questions
Is the Supreme x Technics SL-1200MK7 Turntable just the regular SL-1200MK7 Turntable?
The Supreme x Technics SL-1200MK7 Turntable, released in Fall/Winter 2023, is based on the Technics SL-1200MK7 Turntable. Supreme sometimes changes the colorway or materials, and the description on this page covers the original's specs and any differences. If you want the product without the box logo, the Technics SL-1200MK7 Turntable is the one to buy.
How much cheaper is the Technics SL-1200MK7 Turntable than the Supreme version?
Supreme charged $1498 for the Supreme x Technics SL-1200MK7 Turntable, and the Technics SL-1200MK7 Turntable retails for $1299.99. That's a 15% markup. Buying the original saves you $198.01, or 13% off the Supreme price.
Where can I buy the Technics SL-1200MK7 Turntable?
You can buy the Technics SL-1200MK7 Turntable from Amazon or direct from Technics. Retail price is $1299.99. The buy links on this page go straight to the product listing at each retailer.
