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thorens 145

  1. J

    Ben Lee restoration of my Marantz 2285

    I just got my Marantz receiver and my Thorens td145 back from Ben. Before I took my equipment to Ben, the 2285 sounded horrible when I played albums. Today it sounds so warm and full. Ben replaced around 90 parts in the 2285. He did it in 7 weeks and before he started, he estimated 8-10 weeks...
  2. G

    Early Linn LP12, Kenwood 550 + Michell TecnoArm or Thorens 145 MkII?

    Hello there, I'm considering an upgrade from my Pro-Ject Debut III + Ortofon 2M Blue with a budget around $1000 and came across a few options at hi-fi stores nearby. Before I get a little too deep into an online rabbit hole, I would really appreciate your feedback on those 3 offers, all...
  3. redondo2018

    Marantz 4070 transformer hum & static electricity everywhere

    Picked up a Marantz 4070 last week and it has a couple of issues that I'm guessing are all at least somewhat related. Right now I'm using it as a pre-amp to an Adcom GFA-555, which goes to a pair of Infinity CS-3006 (which is why I need the Adcom because the speakers really need 100wpc at least)...
  4. yosl

    Third Party Headshell for Thorens TP 16 Tonearm?

    I have a TD-145 (with TP 16 tonearm) where I'd like to be able to swap cartridges without having to remount the cartridge. Anyone know if there is a third party option or am I relegated to scouring eBay for a used original?
    • yosl
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    • thorens 145 tp 16
    • Replies: 13
    • Forum: Turntables
  5. redondo2018

    Which of these carts that I own should I try on my Thorens TD 145?

    Ok, so I have the following carts in my box-o-carts, and I want to put one of them on my Thorens TD 145 with a TP 16 arm. All of them have are equipped with elliptical stylus at the moment, and the table is going into a bit of a warm sounding 1974 Sony receiver. What I'm looking for is what will...
    • redondo2018
    • Thread
    • andante e empire grado pickering xv 15 thorens 145 tp 16
    • Replies: 28
    • Forum: Turntables
  6. redondo2018

    Best $300-400ish cartridge for either Pioneer PL-530 and/or Thorens TD145

    Hi folks. Stuck here in lockdown I realize I want to upgrade the cartridge on either my Pioneer PL-530 (stock everything) or my Thorens TD145 (also stock). Budget is around $250-450ish (not sure spending more than say $500 for a cart for either of these tables makes much sense from what I've...
    • redondo2018
    • Thread
    • andante e cartidge denon 103 nagaoka mp-150 ortofon 2m bronze pioneer pl 530 thorens 145 turnables
    • Replies: 40
    • Forum: Turntables
  7. bscepter

    Headshell/tonearm hum due to dirty or loose connection?

    I've recently run into a background hum problem with my Thorens TD 145 (TP-16 tonearm/Ortofon Super OM 20 cart). After removing the headshell to invert the deck and adjust the suspension, I now have a background hum that gets worse (or at least different) when you touch the tonearm and...
  8. Isaac C.

    Best Source for Thorens TD 145 Mk1 Belt?

    Hello everyone, I am looking a for a new belt for my Thorens and was wondering the best place to get a new one. I see several on eBay around the $10 range with good feedback and also see a "genuine" Thorens belt on vinylnirvana that is $27. I am wanting a belt that is good quality and close to...
  9. Isaac C.

    Thorens TD 145C vs Technics Sl-1600?

    I have the opportunity to purchase either for under $300, which is the better buy? The Technics has a new Grado Black cartridge and the Thorens has a cartridge, stylus, and original papers. Not sure if it's the Mk1 or Mk2, but I know the spec sheet listed wow and flutter at .03 and rumble of...
    • Isaac C.
    • Thread
    • technics thorens 145 turntable
    • Replies: 26
    • Forum: Turntables
  10. freddan_6

    Shall I upgrade from Thorens TD 105 mkII to 145?

    Hi I got a possibility to get a Thorens TD 145 for what I consider a bargain (SEK 1800 - approx 230$), it is worth taking it? I am quite happy with my TD 105, I have had it since it was new, and I only have problem with the tone arm lift where the damper is long gone (for lowering the tone arm...
  11. M

    Thorens td 145 mkii with Ortofon VMS 20 EO mkii cartridge

    Hello everyone! I would like to purchase my first turntable. I have been reading a lot on the topic and I am more inclined to go with a vintage table then a new one. A local vintage audio shop has a few nice turntables. The owner is highly recommending a Thorens td 145 mkii with Ortofon VMS 20...
    • MoCh.ongor
    • Thread
    • dual 1019 dual 1219 first turntable ortofon vms thorens 145
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Turntables
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