Skywatcher SkyMax 127 Virtuoso GTi *25th Anniversary Limited-Edition*
Join Sky-Watcher in celebrating their 25th anniversary with a limited edition table top reflector! Combining a premium SkyMax 127mm reflector OTA and a Virtuouso GTi tabletop base with a database of over 10,000 celestial objects, this offer is a legacy piece and a window to the cosmos! Not only does this special edition reflector boast high-performance, but it is personalized with an anniversary plaque on both the base and the OTA. Sky-Watcher will only will only be producing 1,000 of this commemorative reflector!
The SkyMax 127 Virtuoso GTi reflector is a powerful visual observation tool. The Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope design is super popular, and for a good reason! Maksutov-Cassegrain telescopes are all about portability, sharp, contrasty images, and the flexibility to use them as a telescope for astronomy, a spotting scope for terrestrial use, a lens for astrophotography, or a travel companion! This SkyMax Sky-Watcher reflector is incredibly portable with a relatively short, lightweight optical tube. The 5” Maksutov-Cassegrain OTA is paired with a compact alt-az tabletop base. Take this conversation starter with you to star parties or display it in your home. Either way, Sky-Watcher is happy to share this 25th Anniversary celebration piece with the astronomy community.
SkyMax 127 Reflector
Housed in a sleek, commemorative design, the 25th Anniversary SkyMax 127 Virtuoso GTi boasts a premium SkyMax reflector telescope. This Sky-Watcher 127 mm Maksutov-Cassegrain is 12.5” long (15" with the diagonal installed) and weighs 9.7 lb. with accessories, but it uses a large 5” lens system to do the job of gathering light so you can see faint objects millions of light years away. The 127 mm reflector will gather 55% more light than a 102 mm. The classic long focal length of f/12.1 will give you inky dark background skies so that celestial targets stand out beautifully. This SkyMax OTA comes with a vixen-style dovetail which can be attached to most standard astronomy mounts.
Tabletop Virtuoso GTi Mount
The 25th Anniversary Virtuoso GTi mount GoTo technology effortlessly navigates the night sky. The tabletop alt-az base can automatically slew to over 10,000 celestial objects using the free SynScan app. This app also features user-friendly tours and information on the objects you are observing. With Sky-Watcher’s patented Freedom-Find™ technology, you can unlock the clutch and adjust the mount manually without losing alignment! The tabletop base comes with a 3/8 thread block, making it compatible with standard photographic tripods.
This limited-edition telescope isn't just about performance; it's about an experience. Imagine gifting yourself or a loved one not just a legacy piece, but a window to the universe personalized with a commemorative anniversary plaque. Every observation becomes a journey through time, celebrating Sky-Watcher's dedication to bringing the cosmos closer.
The 25th Anniversary SkyMax 127 Virtuoso GTi: a powerful observing tool, a stunning conversation starter, and a limited-edition treasure for discerning stargazers. Celebrate 25 years of wonder with Sky-Watcher – explore the universe like never before!
Technical Specifications
SKU |
S21225 |
UPC |
810098970396 |
Optical Specifications |
|
Optical Design |
Maksutov-Cassegrain |
Mirror Coating |
RAQ™ Coatings |
Reflectivity |
94% |
Mirror Type (Monolithic/Conical/Fused conical) |
Conical |
Glass Type |
Borosilicate |
Primary Aperture (mm) |
127 |
F/Ratio |
12.1 |
Focal Length (mm) |
1540mm |
Secondary Diameter (minor axis) |
39mm |
Secondary Obstruction by Diameter |
31% |
Secondary Obstruction by Area |
9% |
Primary cell supports (how many support points) |
Center Baffle |
Optical Quality |
Diffraction limited (1/4 wave) |
Collimatable Cell |
Primary |
Mechanical Specifications |
|
Focuser Type |
Primary |
Focuser Size |
2" |
Focuser: Dual or Single Speed |
Single |
Compression Ring |
No |
Optical Tube length |
15" |
Optical Tube weight (with accessories) |
10 pounds |
Assembled base weight |
11 pounds |
Total Weight (with accessories) |
21 pounds |
Type of bearing used (telfon/roller) |
Roller |
Hardware included with base |
Yes |
Collapsible Tube |
No |
Tripod Mount |
3/8 thread block |
Electronic Specifications (GoTo only models) |
|
Required Power |
12v/AAs (8x) |
Power port diameter |
2.1mm |
Freedom Find |
Yes |
Clutch Type |
Hand Clutch |
Can clutches be adjusted |
Yes |
Built-in WiFi |
Yes |
Hand Controller |
Optional |
Database |
Complete Messier, Caldwell, NGC, IC and SAO catalogs, user defined objects. Total 10,000+ objects |
Accessories |
|
Eyepieces |
28mm 2" LET eyepiece |
Collimation eyepiece |
No |
Included finder |
9x50 optical finder |
Mounting Hardware |
V-style dovetail |
Additional Accessories |
2" diagonal |
Manual |
Yes |
Case |
No |
Shipping Weight |
28 pounds |
Shipping Dimensions (Box 1 / Box) |
23"x17"x16.5" |
Observational Info |
|
Dawes Limit |
0.91 |
Rayleigh Limit |
1.1 |
Limiting Magnitude |
13 |
Minimum Magnification |
18x |
Maximum Magnification |
250x |
Magnification with included eyepieces |
55x (28mm) |
Light Gather (compared to next size down) |
55 (Compared to Skymax 102) |
Intended use |
Visual |
In the Box
- Sky-Watcher 25th Anniversary Skymax 102 Mak-Cass OTA
- Computerized Tabletop Alt-Az Base
Warranty & Manuals
Sky-Watcher 2-Year Warranty