Are Stanton 150s are better than Technic 1200s?
Yes! Yes! Yes! Stanton 150s are better than Technic 1200s (any model). Both decks are heavy but the ST150s are built like tanks. The ST150s weight almost 50 lbs were the 1200s weight in around 38 - 40 lbs. I used to own a pair of 1200s but the cost to maintain them got pretty expensive so I sold them. The way the tonearm is built on the 1200s, one good bump will through the tonearm calibration off. There is no fixing it, just buying a new for $150. The ST150 tonearm is built much different and can definitely take more abuse than the 1200s.
The ST150 motor torque is a lil higher than the Technics but both are elite but the speed holds truer when applying pressure on the ST150s. ST150s looks like Technics too with some extra features minus the 0 click on the pitch control. The feet on the Stantons are spring loaded making for better vibration stability. Again the main difference is the tonearm and the motor torque. Higher motor torque = truer speed with pressure and the straight tonearm on the STR8.150s = less skipping. Most DJs argue the straight tonearm ruins records faster but turning the counterweight backwards does the same thing so WTF cares.
In conclusion, the iconic Technics are still a good buy for 2 reasons, they are no longer in production and they set the standard for turntables. But with the new Stanton ST.150s, you will see more DJs make the switch due to cost mostly. I assure you, when they purchase them they will be very surprised and satisfied.
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