Sky-Watcher SkyMax 127 Virtuoso GTi 25th Anniversary Edition 127mm f/11.8 Telescope

SKU: SKWS21225
Mfr. Part: S21225


Item Includes

Sky-Watcher SkyMax 127 Virtuoso GTi 25th Anniversary Edition 127mm f/11.8 Telescope - Computerized Tabletop Alt-Az Base - 28mm 2" LET Eyepiece - 9x50 Optical Finder - 2" Diagonal - V-Style Dovetail - User Manual - (Power Supply or AA Batteries Not Included) - Skywatch 2 Year Limited Warranty

Description

Become a part of the celestial exploration legacy with the SkyMax 127 Virtuoso GTi 25th Anniversary Edition Telescope. This limited-edition model is a testament to Sky-Watcher's quarter-century commitment to delivering high-quality, value-for-money astronomical instruments.

The SkyMax 127 Virtuoso GTi is not just a telescope; it's a collector's piece that embodies Sky-Watcher's innovative spirit. Its sleek, commemorative design houses a premium SkyMax reflector telescope, renowned for its aberration-free, crisp views. This 127mm Maksutov-Cassegrain design telescope is your key to unlocking the intricate details of the universe, from the rings of Saturn and Jupiter's Great Red Spot to the craters on the Moon and distant galaxies.

The 25th Anniversary Virtuoso GTi mount is engineered to effortlessly navigate the night sky. It automatically slews to over 10,000 celestial objects with the free SynScan app, which also offers user-friendly tours and information on over 42,000 objects with the optional hand controller. Sky-Watcher's patented Freedom-Find technology allows you to manually adjust the mount without losing alignment, offering a seamless stargazing experience.

The optical tube of this SkyMax 127 Virtuoso GTi telescope features a vixen-style dovetail, compatible with most standard astronomy mounts. The base can also be attached to a standard photographic tripod, offering multiple configuration options for your celestial exploration.

This limited-edition telescope is not just about performance; it's about creating an immersive stargazing experience. The commemorative anniversary plaque personalizes this telescope, making every observation a journey through time, celebrating Sky-Watcher's dedication to bringing the cosmos closer.

The SkyMax 127 Virtuoso GTi 25th Anniversary Edition Telescope is more than just a powerful observing tool. It's a stunning conversation starter and a limited-edition treasure for discerning stargazers. Celebrate 25 years of astronomical wonder with Sky-Watcher and explore the universe like never before!

Features

127mm (5") aperture primary mirror
f/11.8 focal ratio - 1500mm focal length
Personalized commemorative anniversary plaque on OTA. Only 1000 produced
28mm (54x power) 2" LET eyepiece
Maksutov-Cassegrain optical system for crisp planetary views
Vixen-style dovetail on the OTA for compatibility with other EQ and Alt-Az mounts
Computerized table top alt-az base. Also adaptable to standard photographic tripods
Virtuoso GTi base provides time-lapse, panorama functions, and DSLR triggering
Powered with 8 AA batteries or external 12V power supply
Built-in Wi-Fi technology
Patented Freedom Find technology uses dual encoders to allow manual control while retaining alignment
Operate using the SynScan App for Android and iOS
Free SynScan Pro app features a database containing over 10,000 objects, including Messier, NGC, IC, and Caldwell catalogs
Fully enclosed optics require minimum maintenance
Spherical primary mirror with correcting meniscus for best optical performance
94% reflectivity coated mirrors and fully multi-coated lenses for bright, detailed images
2" visual back with internal focuser for easy and convenient focusing
9x50 straight-through finderscope for easy object location

Specifications

Optical designMaksutov Cassegrain compound reflector
Mirror diameter5" (127mm)
Mirror typeSpherical, Radiant Aluminum Quartz (RAQ) coatings
Focal length1500mm
F-ratiof/11.8
Tube length15" (381mm)
Tube diameter5.75" (146mm)
Finderscope9x50 straight-through
Eyepieces/Power28mm (54x)
FocuserInternal primary mirror focus
Base typeComputerized Tabletop Alt-Az/Built-in Wi-Fi
Power Requirements8x AA batteries or external 12V power supply
Slew Speeds800x, 600x, 400x, 200x, 32x, 16x, 8x, 2x, 1x
Tracking RatesSidereal, Lunar, Solar, Alignment-free Solar tracking
AlignmentOne-Star, Brightest-Star, North-Level Alignment, Three-Star
App ControlSynScan Pro for iOS and Android
DatabaseComplete Messier, Caldwell, NGC, IC and SAO catalogs, user defined objects. Total 10,000+ objects
MountAccepts Vixen-style dovetail
Battery InfoOptional, not included
Battery MaterialAlkaline
Battery TypeAA
Battery Quantity8
WeightBase: 7.3 lbs (3.3kg)
Tube: 8.1 lbs (4.4kg)
Assembled: 15.4 lbs (7.7kg)
  

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