Inheriting Technics’ proven coreless direct drive system, SL-40CBT is refined for modern living—with a compact body, Bluetooth® connectivity, and warm wood finishes.
 
Natural Texture
Crafted from MDF, a wood-based material with fine layered fibers, offering quiet warmth and subtle presence—bringing harmony to any living space.
 
Analog Meets Bluetooth® Ease
Enjoy analog sound freely with built-in Bluetooth®—connect instantly to wireless speakers or headphones, no cables or complex setup needed.
* Supported codecs: Qualcomm® aptX™ Adaptive and SBC
 
Optimised for Instant Vinyl Playback
With the included cartridge and built-in phono amplifier precisely matched for optimal performance, simply connect to active speakers or an amplifier and passive speakers—and confidently enjoy vinyl playback immediately.
 
Driven by the Technics Legacy
For decades, Technics’ direct drive has delivered accurate, maintenance-free rotation. This mechanism, which directly spins the platter with strong torque, has evolved to offer even greater precision with a coreless motor that eliminates cogging.
 
 
Specifications
Turntable Section
Drive Method:
Direct Drive
Motor:
Brushless DC motor
Turntable Speeds:
33-1/3, 45
Build-up Characteristics:
0.7 s. from standstill to 33- 1/3 rpm
Braking system:
Electronic brake
Wow and Flutter:
0.025%　W.R.M.S.
Turntable Platter:
Aluminium die-cast
Diameter：300mm
Weight：Approx. 1.26kg (Including Turntable mat)
 
Tonearm Section
Type:
Static Balance 
Effective Length:
230mm
Overhang:
15mm
Tracking Error Angle:
Within 2° 32'　(at the outer groove of 30cm record)
Within 0° 32'　(at the inner groove of 30cm record)
Offset Angle:
22°
 
Phono equalizer section
Gain:
36.5dB
 
Cartridge section
Model Name
audio-technica AT-VM95C
 
Bluetooth® section
Bluetooth® system specification:
Bluetooth® Ver. 5.4
Wireless equipment classification
Class 1
Supported profiles
A2DP
Supported codec
Qualcomm® aptX™ Adaptive, SBC
Frequency band
2.4 GHz Band FH-SS
Operating distance
Approx. 10 m Line of sight*¹
*1 Prospective communication distance。
Measurement environment:　Temperature 25 °C / Height 1.0 m
 
Terminals
Audio Output
PHONO (Pin Jack) x 1
EARTH TERMINAL x 1
LINE (Pin Jack) x1
 
General
Power Supply:
AC 220 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption:
4 W (Power ON)
0.3 W (Power OFF)
Dimensions (W x H x D):
430 x 128 x 353 mm
Weight:
Approx. 7.1kg
Operating temperature range:
0℃ to +40℃
Operating humidity range:
35% to 80% RH (no condensation)
Accessories:
Turntable, Turntable mat, Dust cover,
EP record adaptor, Balance weight,
Head shell with cartridge, PHONO cable,
PHONO earth lead, AC power supply cord,
Owner's Manual