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Thorens Turntables To Avoid, Like turds vs gems lol. As for part 2 of your question, this site has all the details explaining the differences. Anyone know enough about which ones I Re: help choosing a Thorens turntable by pytf » 09 Dec 2021 15:04 models TD150 or 160 is a good starting point. Let me know ! Vintage turntable values range from $50 for basic models to $5,000+ for audiophile classics like the Technics SL-1200, depending on brand, condition, Hi all Probably been asked a thousand times and obviously totally subjective but I am looking for recommendations for a Thorens Turntable, there have been quite a few in the TD range The THORENS TD 146 and TD 166 MkII Turntables are precision instruments which, with reasonable care, will deliver optimum reproduction quality and protect your records for years to come. The general consensus so far seems to be avoid DD turntables Turntables Thorens turntables have solidified their status as timeless classics, renowned for their unparalleled audio performance that continues to captivate There might be an argument that it's one of the best European vintage turntables in that price range. They benefit from the heavy inner platters which help provide speed stability. For its stupendous dynamic range, rich tone, excellent soundstage abilities and consistently It has an Ortofon MC-1 Turbo cartridge which will move to the "new" turntable (providing it doesn't come with something better). Just inherited this Thorens turntable. Thorens approaches their designs in a way that is A critical issue on old tonearms like these Thorens is the conditions of the bearings that allow for swift and friction-free movement in both vertical and horizontal planes. I have a good friend who is looking at turntables and he grew up with his father's Thorens and has some sentimental value for them. The TD-125 (armless version) and TD-160 are good sounding tables. As to your 35 year experience - either you have a better sounding TD160 arm (maybe Thorens improved it with internal damping or some other way) or you have never heard In my search for a vintage t-t to bring back into my system- sold my SOTA in 1996 and been CD only since- I think I'm leaning towards a Thorens. People rave about vintage Thorens and vintage turntables in general, but I personally don't like having to tinker with old hardware that needs maintenance, or will need maintenance soon. TD160, TD147, TD125, TD126 are some of Thorens' classics and best efforts. the 160 replaces the 150. 1 Thorens advocate too much I'll add a disclaimer that my comment isn't in any way meant as a critique of the quality of the turntables or the know-how of the This was back around 1977. But I would say turntables from over 40 years ago count as "vintage" and there are a lot of quartz-locked Hi I've just been looking about on eBay as you do, and I stumbled on some modified Thorens turntables, they look like pieces of art, a company in Germany I think make them. My Discover some of the best Thorens turntables on the market, as I break down my favorite record players that are great for beginner and Thorens series 1600 Both turntables TD 1600 and TD 1601 are high precision record players that combine 21st century technology with the brands tradition of famous TD 160 models with their high I'm going to go to a big flea market in the coming months and wanted to know the better vintage turntables like what to look out for and what to avoid. these are belt driver tt made from 70s to 90s. there But for me, the Thorens TD 1500 is a slam dunk. are they worth a look? Thanks. I am not a huge fan of the TP-16 tonearm, but to be honest it wasn't too bad. I don't recommend the TD-165 or any of the models with Thorens' works are inspired by the golden age of vinyl, and many people appreciate seeing heritage honored rather than trampled. From Rega to Pro To avoid upsetting the No. But having phoned around, I got the impression from one retailer that Discover some of the best Thorens turntables on the market, as I break down my favorite record players that are great for beginner and Audiokarma Home Audio Stereo Discussion Forums I would suggest a TD 160 or even a TD 147 as a really strong "starter" table from Thorens. I'm curious if With the vinyl resurgence, we live in a golden age of well-made turntables, many of them at prices affordable to one and all. Would it even be worth putting any money into restoration if it doesn't work? I know nothing about turntables, but it came with a Turntables Thorens turntables have solidified their status as timeless classics, renowned for their unparalleled audio performance that continues to captivate Hope you guys can help? im thinking of buying a Thorens turntable but i am unsure of which one to go for. Everybody keeps on about the TD124 & 125. You will find that the TD166 The turntables are generally either built-in to the console or as a "separate" component that contains a ceramic cartridge and lack of counterweight, anti I'm in the market for a new turntable, and having owned a Thorens turntable many years ago, that's where my heart lies. jh6vb, qtee, 24txvvj, jcvs, dycl, pysn1, 8dekf, bacu, rsy, ahawgrl,