[SkinnyPuppy]

See this: http://www.panasonic.com/consumer_electronics/technics_dj/prod_intro_sl1200mk2.asp
 
Price: $549.95
 
Now if i go to B&H and search for it: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/170050-REG/Technics_SL1200MK2_SL_1200MK2_Professional_DJ_Turntable.html
 
Price: $1,149.99
 
Why could this be?

 

[loopfreak]

They are discontinued so the HYPE has started.
 
You are specificaly interested in technics or ....

 

[liamstrain]

Cripes, even the original price is a bit rough... for that you can get a music hall (MMF 2.2, or similar), or rega (RP1)

 

[3rdear]

Quote:

Why could this be?

 
They last a lifetime.

 

[liamstrain]

So has my Dual 1019, but it was never this dear. 

 

[3rdear]

I think DJs have popularized the 1200s so much, that people sometimes don't consider other tables. My pair of 1200s have proven so reliable and sturdy, I haven't been curious about other tables, until people bring it to my attention.
 
If he just wants one for listening, something like the Dual 1019, would do the job as well.

 

[SkinnyPuppy]

Nah I was kind of looking for one for DJing and listening, maybe i'll pick up a used pair i dunno