One of DJs’ and audiophiles’ most sought after turntables in the world, the Technics SL-1200 returnedwith a limited edition run of 300 and sold out in just half an hour.

The famed SL-1200 ended production in 2010 but there was such a demand for the quality vinyl player to return that just 5 years later they announced a re-run would come. Now the re-run has come and gone before anyone realised it was back, selling the 300 limited edition turntables in just 30 minutes. The player is a favourite of DJs and audiophiles for its solid build and consistent quality.

At $3,300 many criticised the high price tag but it clearly didn’t stop Japan’s customers, where the SL-1200 returned. Even Technics have said that they were surprised how quickly the players sold out. Parent company Panasonic abandoned the SL-1200 in 2010 saying that the ‘vinyl comeback’ wasn’t as prevalent as everyone thought, saying: “The turntable market is very small but it is a very important brand product.”

Since the success of this small re-release of the SL-1200 there have been rumours that another 900 limited edition tables will go on sale for international customers. If however you want the quality of Technics classic turntable but don’t have over $3,000 to spend there are reports that an affordable version will be released later this year.