Just like to say a big thanks for the tutorial... Never soldered a thing in my life but with this tutorial i managed to change both sliders... Absolute legend for the video 👌
Thank you, just fitted and set my zero using your video I upgraded my -1's to -2 pitch sliders. I had the same brand of multimeter as you, but could not get a reading for the hz. So instead I set it using the pitch dots at 6%. I've got a timecode vinyl setup which I'm going to double check the pitch positions with. But all my dead spots are gone. Thanks again
Great video, I've got 2 decks that need the pitch replaced so I'm doing the research. Do you have a source that you'd recommend I purchase the pots from ? I've seen numerous OEM parts available but not sure which would be the best choice..
If I remember correctly, I bought replacement pitch fader parts from 1200s.com. Their part number is SFDZ122N11-2 (this is for a pair of potentiometers). I'm extremely satisfied with these faders. You can get them with or without the "click" in the middle -- I got mine with the "click" as that's what I prefer. Good luck with your repair!
I like to use 63/37 Sn/Pb solder, because it is eutectic (basically this means that it melts and solidifies at the same temperature) and therefore makes for a better overall soldering experience. It melts at 183°C but you probably want to set your iron to 250°C to start. Depending on your soldering iron, you may have to vary the temperature for best results. I know in the video I set my iron way too hot, but I was less knowledgeable when I made the video.
Really good tutorial bro but i am facing a problem for a month now that no one can help me. I own both a 1200 mk2 and a 1210 mk2 for 2 months. Everything was ok till the moment i decided to clean up the faders. I followed every step of yours with lubricants and contact cleaners. I measured the ohms 2.7 with a multimeter i owned and i put the fader back. I play with traktor timecodes and guess what. When the normal speed to a track was + -1 for example a track that is 122 bpm with timecodes appeared 121,98 or 121,99 at 33rpm something like that which is normal. Now the speed is not as stable as was. I mean that now goes + - 0,05 and is not so accurate that is was before and when i go to 45 rpm it goes + - 0,15. This happens to both turntables. I tried to measure the frequency i put it to hz measurement but it doesn't count. I changed 2 multimeters with hz option. Nothing! I tried to adjust the VR 301 manually according to the dots but the speed is not stable as it was. I am going crazy really because I spent too much money. Can you help me please?
In this video, I replaced the faders. It sounds like your faders might be worn out. There's always the possibility that you cleaned the faders a bit too aggressively and wore out what last bit of life they had left in them. It happens. A new pair of faders isn't unreasonably expensive depending on where you buy from - just be sure you're buying something of quality that will last (this is not necessarily correlated with price, by the way). I bought mine from 1200s.com but there are likely many more outfits where you can buy them.
You need to adjust one of the potentiometers in the pitch fader assembly /and/ one of the potentiometers underneath the platter. If you watch the video you'll see how to do this and what readings you need to get.
Good Evening. I own a turntable TECHNICS DIRECT DRIVE < SL 1200 > wich is in perfect condition . As I am intending to sell it, would you kindly advice me on selling price. Looking forward to your kind answer, Thanks in advance.
I don't know what you mean by "bang the center spindle" but you definitely do NOT want to hit the spindle. You risk damaging it if doing that. Just firmly pull the platter straight upwards.
This is the best tutorial for pitch fader replacement and calibration I've seen on youtube! Thank you very much
You're welcome! I'm glad you found it useful.
Just like to say a big thanks for the tutorial... Never soldered a thing in my life but with this tutorial i managed to change both sliders... Absolute legend for the video 👌
You're welcome! Glad the video was able to help you.
what a beautiful job man! Awesome!!!!!
Thank you, just fitted and set my zero using your video I upgraded my -1's to -2 pitch sliders. I had the same brand of multimeter as you, but could not get a reading for the hz. So instead I set it using the pitch dots at 6%. I've got a timecode vinyl setup which I'm going to double check the pitch positions with. But all my dead spots are gone. Thanks again
You're welcome! Glad I could be of help!
Thanks for the great video. How much do you charge to replace the pitch control? I have 2 turntables from 1985 that need pitch replacements. Thank You
AFTER ALL, EVERYTHING WORKS OUT. GOOD JOB....
Great video, I've got 2 decks that need the pitch replaced so I'm doing the research. Do you have a source that you'd recommend I purchase the pots from ? I've seen numerous OEM parts available but not sure which would be the best choice..
If I remember correctly, I bought replacement pitch fader parts from 1200s.com. Their part number is SFDZ122N11-2 (this is for a pair of potentiometers). I'm extremely satisfied with these faders. You can get them with or without the "click" in the middle -- I got mine with the "click" as that's what I prefer. Good luck with your repair!
Hi thanks for the video. What is the issue if the fader is faulty? I mean what's the turntable behaviour. thank you
If the fader is faulty or worn out, you'll experience dead spots and uneven speed changes as you slide the fader up and down.
Is there a specific type of solder/soldering iron temperature preferred? Thanks
I like to use 63/37 Sn/Pb solder, because it is eutectic (basically this means that it melts and solidifies at the same temperature) and therefore makes for a better overall soldering experience. It melts at 183°C but you probably want to set your iron to 250°C to start. Depending on your soldering iron, you may have to vary the temperature for best results. I know in the video I set my iron way too hot, but I was less knowledgeable when I made the video.
Really good tutorial bro but i am facing a problem for a month now that no one can help me.
I own both a 1200 mk2 and a 1210 mk2 for 2 months. Everything was ok till the moment i decided to clean up the faders.
I followed every step of yours with lubricants and contact cleaners. I measured the ohms 2.7 with a multimeter i owned and i put the fader back. I play with traktor timecodes and guess what. When the normal speed to a track was + -1 for example a track that is 122 bpm with timecodes appeared 121,98 or 121,99 at 33rpm something like that which is normal.
Now the speed is not as stable as was. I mean that now goes + - 0,05 and is not so accurate that is was before and when i go to 45 rpm it goes + - 0,15. This happens to both turntables. I tried to measure the frequency i put it to hz measurement but it doesn't count. I changed 2 multimeters with hz option. Nothing! I tried to adjust the VR 301 manually according to the dots but the speed is not stable as it was. I am going crazy really because I spent too much money. Can you help me please?
In this video, I replaced the faders. It sounds like your faders might be worn out. There's always the possibility that you cleaned the faders a bit too aggressively and wore out what last bit of life they had left in them. It happens. A new pair of faders isn't unreasonably expensive depending on where you buy from - just be sure you're buying something of quality that will last (this is not necessarily correlated with price, by the way). I bought mine from 1200s.com but there are likely many more outfits where you can buy them.
Hi what collaboration is the 1210 mk5 I’ve put it to 262.06 and the -3 dots are moving still any help would be appreciated thanks
You need to adjust one of the potentiometers in the pitch fader assembly /and/ one of the potentiometers underneath the platter. If you watch the video you'll see how to do this and what readings you need to get.
The MK5 VR302 pitch fader assembly needs to be set 2,875 ± 0.25 kQ.
Very good ! Thanks !
What did you use to adjust the potentiometer? Can't see it at all in the video and you did not explain. Thanks in advance!
The potentiometers can be adjusted using a small Phillips screwdriver. There's a plus-shaped hole in the center or on top to fit the screwdriver.
@@djdoop596 Ok, thank you so much for your help!
@@djsassafrass9126 You're welcome!
I have the exact same issue with my multimeter, it only shows the frequency for a brief second, it's very annoying...
Good Evening. I own a turntable TECHNICS DIRECT DRIVE < SL 1200 > wich is in perfect condition . As I am intending to sell it, would you kindly advice me on selling price. Looking forward to your kind answer, Thanks in advance.
Your best bet is to check ebay or your preferred e-commerce website for the current selling price.
Many Thanks for your complete and detailed answer. My contry is Greece. Therefore Europe. Wish me good luck..@@defcreator187
In my deck +6% matches, also +3.3% is ok but -3.3% is at about 2.2% of the slider scale. No Idea how to fix it, this tutorial stops at testing +6%
What steps have you taken so far? Did you replace the pitch fader and calibrate the zero point as in the video?
@@djdoop596 I didn't replace the fader but I opened, cleaned and fader lubed every possible part.
Saludos mi amigo como algo para arreglar un plato que se me desmalla
Without a detailed description of the problem it's hard to say what's causing it, but my first guess would be that the spindle needs to be replaced.
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THE SHORTER LEG OF THE LED IS NEGATIVE, THE LARGER LEG IS POSITIVE.
NEXT, I FORGOT TO BANG THE CENTER SPINDLE FOR EASY REMOVAL OF THE PLATTER. I'LL KEEP THAT IN MIND NEXT TIME I NEED TO REMOVE THE PLATTER...
I don't know what you mean by "bang the center spindle" but you definitely do NOT want to hit the spindle. You risk damaging it if doing that. Just firmly pull the platter straight upwards.
NEXT TIME I WILL ACTUALLY USE A BETTER SCREW DRIVER TIP, ONE THAT WILL FIT SNUGGED IN THE SCREW. WE DON'T WANT TO DAMAGE THE SCREWS. DON'T WE ?
Correct. Damage the screws and you may never be able to unscrew them again.