I have an old Technics table. I don't remember the model number but it is direct drive. I haven't used it in 10 years and it must be 25 years old. Looking at the Technics that are available today they haven't changed much in appearance. I remember when I bought it. I purchased a set of Infinity Quantum3 speakers at the same time. It was the most money I had ever spent. Even more than my car!