Description
Technics SL-40CBT Direct Drive Turntable – Grand Class
Inheriting Technics’ proven coreless direct drive system, the Technics SL-40CBT Direct Drive Turntable is refined for modern living—with a compact body, Bluetooth® connectivity, and warm wood finishes.
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Features
- High-Precision Stable Rotation with Coreless Direct Drive Motor System
- A Compact Design & Natural Texture That Harmonizes with Living Space
- Enjoy Analog Sound Wirelessly with Built-in Bluetooth®
- Ready to Play – Built-in Phono Equaliser and Cartridge for Instant Vinyl Playback
- Traditional S-Shaped Tonearm for Accurate Groove Tracking
- Maximizing Rotation Accuracy Via Digital Control
Engineered Precision
- Tonearm – While minimizing the tonearm base size, the design inherits the traditional S-shape and ensures high tracking performance via micron-level precision engineering.
- Cartridge – The included Audio-Technica AT-VM95C cartridge features a conical stylus that delivers clear sound. With the built-in phono EQ, it ensures optimal performance.
- Platter – Rigid rotation and precise torque control are achieved by a 1.26kg die-cast aluminum platter with reinforced ribs and a directly mounted motor magnet.
- Insulator – Excellent vibration resistance and reduced howling are achieved by newly tuned insulators. It’s rubber hardness is optimized to shift resonance outside the audible range.
Intelligence Behind the Spin
- Digital Control – Digital control elevates rotation accuracy to the highest level through (1)precise speed detection, (2)Per-unit calibration during production, and (3)digitally optimised motor drive signals.
- Circuit Layout – Separate PCBs for power, motor control, and phono EQ are placed away from the tonearm with crossover-free wiring. This minimizes distortion of sound.
- Phono Circuit – The built-in MM phono equalizer, optimally tuned to the included cartridge, along with the premium components and case, delivers clear sound with minimal noise.
Natural Texture
Crafted from MDF, a wood-based material with fine layered fibers, offering quiet warmth and subtle presence—bringing harmony to any living space.
Analog Meets Bluetooth® Ease
Enjoy analog sound freely with built-in Bluetooth®—connect instantly to wireless speakers or headphones, no cables or complex setup needed. * Supported codecs: Qualcomm® aptX™ Adaptive and SBC
Optimized for Instant Vinyl Playback
With the included cartridge and built-in phono amplifier precisely matched for optimal performance, simply connect to active speakers or an amplifier and passive speakers—and confidently enjoy vinyl playback immediately.
Driven by the Technics Legacy
For decades, Technics’ direct drive has delivered accurate, maintenance-free rotation. This mechanism, which directly spins the platter with strong torque, has evolved to offer even greater precision with a coreless motor that eliminates cogging.
Eco-friendly Package
The SL-40CBT uses eco-friendly packaging by replacing styrene foam cushioning with cardboard to reduce marine plastic waste. * May differ from the actual product.
FAQ’s
1. Does the SL-40CBT support Bluetooth connectivity?
Yes, the SL-40CBT features built-in Bluetooth, allowing you to wirelessly connect to compatible speakers, headphones, and audio systems without the need for additional cables.
2. Can I use the turntable with wired speakers or amplifiers?
The SL-40CBT includes standard RCA outputs, making it easy to connect to traditional stereo systems, receivers, or powered speakers.
3. Is the SL-40CBT fully automatic or manual?
The SL-40CBT is a semi-automatic turntable with direct-drive operation, giving you precise control over playback while ensuring stable rotation and consistent sound quality.
4. Does the turntable include a built-in phono preamp?
Yes, it comes with a built-in phono EQ preamp, so you can connect it directly to most modern audio systems without needing a separate external preamp.
5. What kind of cartridge does it come with, and can it be upgraded?
The SL-40CBT is equipped with a factory-installed cartridge, ready to play right out of the box. However, the tonearm supports cartridge upgrades, allowing users to enhance audio performance to match their preferences.
Specifications
Turntable
- Drive Method: Direct Drive
- Motor: Brushless DC motor
- Turntable Speeds: 33-1/3, 45
- Build-up Characteristics: 0.7 s. from standstill to 33- 1/3 rpm
- Braking system: Electronic brake
- Wow and Flutter: 0.025% R.M.S.
- Turntable Platter: Aluminium die-cast
- Diameter：300mm
- Weight： 1.26kg (Including Turntable mat)
Tonearm
- Type: Static Balance
- Effective Length: 230mm
- Overhang: 15mm
- Tracking Error Angle:
- Within 2° 32′ (at the outer groove of 30cm record)
- Within 0° 32′ (at the inner groove of 30cm record)
- Offset Angle: 22°
Phono equalizer
- Gain: 36.5dB
Cartridge
- Model Name: audio-technica AT-VM95C
Bluetooth®
- Bluetooth® system specification: Bluetooth® Ver. 5.4
- Wireless equipment classification: Class 1
- Supported profiles: A2DP
- Supported codec: Qualcomm® aptX™ Adaptive, SBC
- Frequency band: 2.4 GHz Band FH-SS
- Operating distance: Approx. 10 m Line of sight* Prospective communication distance. Measurement environment: Temperature 25 °C / Height 1.0 m
Terminals
- Audio Output
- PHONO (Pin Jack) x 1
- EARTH TERMINAL x 1
- LINE (Pin Jack) x1
General
- Power Supply: AC 220 – 240 V, 50/60 Hz
- Power Consumption: 4 W (Power ON) / 0.3 W (Power OFF)
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 430 x 128 x 353 mm
- Weight; Approx. 7.1kg
- Operating temperature range: 0℃ to +40℃
- Operating humidity range: 35% to 80% RH (no condensation)
Accessories
- Turntable, Turntable mat, Dust cover, EP record adaptor, Balance weight, Head shell with cartridge, PHONO cable, PHONO earth lead, AC power supply cord, Owner’s Manual
