Turntable
- With USB audio interface and Ortofon OM 5S pickup system
- Direct drive
- Line and phono signal as output
- Speeds: 33 and 45 RPM
- Pitch: +/- 10%
- Without ground connection, even in phono mode
- Dimensions (L x D x H): 450 x 350 x 139 cm
- Weight: 4.62 kg
- Includes cover, Ortofon cartridge, Ortofon stylus, USB cable, as well as an adapter for single records, slipmat
System requirements for operation with a computer:
- PC with Windows 98, 2000 or XP
- Mac with OS9 or higher
- Free USB 1.1 port
DJ turntable with extensive features
The Fun Generation TT 1201 is an affordable direct drive turntable produced to the same design and dimensions (450x350x139mm) as the large professional turntables used in clubs. The Fun Generation TT 1201 also comes with a USB audio interface for easy digitisation of records, a built-in earth connection and, by way of addition to the usual phono output, a further line-level output to enable direct connection to line inputs. A premium Ortofon OM 5S pickup system, a USB cable, an adapter for single records, a slip mat, and a protective cover are also included in the scope of delivery. Weighing in at just 4.62kg, the Fun Generation TT 1201 is a handy yet robust companion for budding and advanced DJs alike.
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Big features in a small package
Like the large professional turntables, the Fun Generation TT 1201 is equipped with a large rectangular play/pause button, two speed functions operating at 33 and 45 revolutions per minute, a pitch fader operational within a range of +/-10%, lighting for the pickup stylus, and a stroboscope tower, which is also home to the classic on/off switch. The key feature, however, is the direct drive technology, which enables precise cueing, scratching, and minimal synchronisation fluctuations. Users can also listen to records in the comfort of their own living room courtesy of the turntable's analogue and digital outputs (phono, line, and USB), while the software included in the scope of delivery makes light work of recording vinyl in digital form.
The perfect starting point for DJs
Young, aspiring vinyl DJs are constantly on the lookout for reliable entry-level turntables that have the same controls as expensive club turntables but come with an affordable price tag. That search is now at an end, however, thanks to the Fun Generation TT 1201, which fulfils all of these requirements. Just like turntables from big-name brands, the TT 1201 comes equipped with a brushless direct drive motor, a +/-10% pitch fader, an S-shaped pickup arm, an adjustable tracking force, and an anti-skate facility, and (courtesy of the premium Ortofon OM5S pickup complete with headshell) is ready for immediate use. As a turntable which offers respectable quality and robust reliability at a highly attractive price, the Fun Generation TT 1201 not only provides the optimum entry point for DJs embarking on a career in vinyl, but is also affordable enough for young DJs to afford two, which is a must for mixing.
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About Fun Generation
Since 1999, the products of Thomann’s house brand Fun Generation have been an integral part of the store’s range. These products, which are made by renowned companies who also manufacture products for other well-known brands, provide a convincing combination of quality and reliability at reasonable prices. The product range includes music stands and other hardware, Bluetooth speakers, LED spotlights, moving head lighting systems, and complete active PA sets as well as LED effects, microphone pickup systems, cables, and splitters. Price-conscious customers in the field of lighting and stage technology are sure to find what they are looking for in this extensive product range, which includes over 160 items.
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The perfect choice for DJs and music studios
The inclusion of an Ortofon OM 5S pickup system with headshell to a turntable that is already produced to such a high standard of quality makes the reasonable price tag of the Fun Generation TT 1201 even more surprising. As a system from one of the world's most prominent pickup manufacturers, the OM 5S complete with spherical stylus has enjoyed years of success and guarantees excellent sound quality. Its inclusion in the TT 1201 delivers a record player that not only makes an impact in the living room but also in the music studio, regardless of whether users are simply looking to enjoy their favourite records or archive their vinyl collection using the practical USB audio interface. Issue-free use in phono operation is provided courtesy of the internal earthing system, which negates the need for an additional earth connection.
In the spotlight
Slip mat and direct drive
The direct drive and slip mat included in the Fun Generation TT 1201 turntable are essential for cueing and scratching. When cueing, the DJ looks for the first downbeat or other prominent part of the piece to be placed and releases it at the right moment in the mix, while scratching involves moving the record back on the turntable and immediately releasing it again as required to produce rhythmic sounds. This is all possible courtesy of the consistent, powerful thrust provided by the direct drive, which allows the turntable to continue rotating under the slip mat, even when the record is being held in place by hand. Once released by the DJ, the record launches into a "flying start" and is immediately running at the correct speed. Unlike direct drive turntables, belt-driven turntables are not suitable for cueing or scratching.
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