# Heavy-Duty Premium Turntables Technics Debuts a $19,000 Turntable, the 'SL-1000RE-S Direct Drive' By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2022-08-09 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sl1000res-direct-drive References: [hiconsumption](https://hiconsumption.com/technics-sl-1000re-s-direct-drive-turntable-system/) & [us.technics](https://us.technics.com/products/direct-drive-turntable-system-sl-1000re-s)  Premium Japanese audio brand [Technics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/technics) has debuted its newest turntable called the SL-1000RE-S Direct Drive Turntable System. Without a doubt, the new record player is the most advanced unit to be released by the brand yet -- a notable achievement considering Technics has been producing [high-end turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reference-10-turntable) since the early 1970s. In terms of specs, the SL-1000RE-S Direct Drive comes equipped with a direct drive motor that features an SP-10RE-S double coil twin rotor. As a result, the unit can deliver 3.47 pounds of torque, making it an incredibly fast-responding unit. The turntable also features gold-plated terminals, thrust bearings, and a highly-sensitive S-type tonearm. The ultra-luxe SL-1000RE-S Direct Drive Turntable System is being sold in limited quantities and is now available to purchase on Technics website. Image Credit: Technics ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Premium Turntables:** The demand for advanced and high-end turntables continues to increase among audiophiles, creating opportunities for companies to develop innovative and feature-rich devices. - **Direct Drive Technology:** The adoption of direct drive technology in turntables is on the rise, presenting scope for manufacturers to create innovative and high-performance devices that cater to the needs of audiophiles. - **Limited Edition Devices:** Manufacturing limited edition turntables with exclusive designs and features can be a lucrative business opportunity for companies catering to high-end audiophiles and collectors. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Audio Equipment:** The audio equipment industry can capitalize on the growing demand for premium turntables and invest in developing advanced and innovative devices to cater to the needs of audiophiles. - **Luxury Goods:** The luxury goods industry can enter the high-end turntable market by developing limited edition devices with exclusive designs and features that cater to the needs of affluent audiophiles and collectors. - **Electronics Manufacturing:** Electronics manufacturing companies can focus on developing high-performance turntables with direct drive technology that cater to the demands of professional DJs and audiophiles who require precise and responsive audio equipment. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Premium Direct-Drive Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-directdrive-turntable.md) - [Opulent Audiophile Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/project-signature-122-turntable.md) - [Budget-Friendly Turntable Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/technics-sl40cbt.md) - [Hefty Direct-Drive Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/directdrive-turntables.md) - [Advanced Opulent Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/signature-122.md) - [Clean Modern Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sl40cbt.md) - [Record Label-Approved Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcintosh-mti100-integrated-turntable.md) - [Premium Customization Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/project-pro-s-turntable.md) - [Colorful Commemorative Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panasonic-sl1200m7.md)