General
The Technics SL-1200 has ruled the vinyl DJ world for decades now. It's one of those products that set a standard, obtained cult status, and has remained beloved by many. This model is geared toward performing all of the basic tasks you'd expect from a turntable. You can expect excellent quality from Technics turntables, and they have a strong foundation; the 1200 series is a favourite for many professional DJs.
Made for vinyl
In contrast with modern DJ controllers, the SL-1210 MK5 is a real product made for vinyl. This model has technology to make playing records super stable. The direct drive motor ensures that your vinyl is back up to speed within 0.7 seconds. Furthermore, Quartz DD precision ensures that this speed is incredibly stable, which in turn has a positive influence on the tone and speed of the music. More generally speaking, the audio this machine produces is just good. Good enough that you could compare it with digital precision. The rubber base design and shock absorbing feet ensure that shocks aren't going to stand a chance at disturbing your DJ performance.