thorens

Welcome to AK. I'm not even about to argue with your dad. Get the 125 and keep it. None of the 126 iterations ever came close in either build quality or SQ. The 126 isn't a bad turntable. In fact, I'd grab one (except the Mk-III) over any modern table any day of the week, but the TD-125 is a...

Hi all, Continuing to troubleshoot an issue I have on my TT, and I've noticed something odd (to me). Hoping others can shed light on this. I provide a narrative of my troubleshooting journey, but if you want to jump down to get to the meat of the question, it is #4 in this post. Stereo...

Hi everyone, need some advise:) I live in Norway and is thinking of buying my first Thorens, (its a 160 b mk2 model) from a guy just a couple og streets away. But what’s your professional opinion of the price, condition, things to look out for, maybe things that need an upgrade and so on. He...

Hi, while I'm not completely clueless, this new Thorens is my first vintage table and I feel a little lost again. I've previously owned SL1200 imitations which thankfully never gave much trouble. I bought the Thorens yesterday for £150, and basically want to determine whether it's worth...

Hi all, I'm writing about an incredibly frustrating and pesky issue. As the subject indicates, the stylus on my TD-165 quivers (shivers, shakes -- whichever verb that helps you visualize it. It basically looks it's freezing in the cold!) on playback. At first, I thought it resulted from poor...

Mostly mid-'70s stuff. I like the warm sounds -- and the cool lamps. Sometimes I'll just turn everything on and lower the room lights, whether I'm listening or watching a movie. They make for lovely, soothing (if relatively expensive) nightlights. Anyway, this is the kind of stereo showroom...

But I've been on other popular forums as long ago as 2001. I have all vintage gear. Here is a list for the curious, the rest can move-on. :) Thorens TD-124 (early version, rebuilt by yours truly, with a SME 3012 tonearm and Shure M97X cartridge. Paragon 12A tube preamp. So rare most of you...

In our living/dining room for watching TV, occasional movies and CDs, also classical and Christian FM radio. Just 3 components: NAD 7225PE - 25wpc slim receiver (from late '80s, 2nd owner) Yamaha BD-S677- BluRay/SACD/CD player (5 yrs old) Klipsch Forte I - floorstanding speakers (late '80s...

Hi guys, having a very stupid issue that I hoped somebody here could resolve! Just got a Thorens TD-145 mkII from craigslist which I already love. One issue: in changing cartridges, the little strip of metal on the headshell that says "Thorens" popped off. I've spent a really long time trying...

Looking to buy a vintage TT and hoping you all can help me decide between a Thorens TD-146 ($575 with an Ortofon OM-40 cart) and a Technics SL-Q2 ($270 with AT cart). Any suggestions? Thanks in advance!

So after advice on another thread, I decided to look on craigslist for turntables around me. I have no idea why I didn't think of this before :l anyway, there were tons of options! Because I'm so lucky, I'm not going to provide all of the links here... I guess my first question would be how do I...

I'm very new to the world of turntables and vinyl. I've been learning and collecting for a few years now and am looking to upgrade my turntable. I don't want one that is too expensive but I definitely want an upgrade that will last me long enough to where I will be able to afford some of the...

Hi all, The Thorens enthusiasts here helped me diagnose earlier problems with my TD-165's speed clutch and platter adjustment. I thank the community for that. Am writing about a new issue that's arisen with my TT. I think I am the third owner of this table, which is largely stock, except for...

Hello to you all, It is a good habit to introduce yourself when becoming a new member on a forum. Same here. Okay Here we go. My name is Auke Dost I'm an guy from Holland so i'm Dutch :) You all have heard about Holland (or The Netherlands) No it not the same as Amsterdam, we don not all...

Hi AK community! I recently got a Jico SAS/B VN35E stylus for my Shure V15 iii (Mounted on a SME3009 ii improved/Thorens TD150 mk i). And have been trying to set the correct VTF. I’ve read thats Can anyone help with how they set theirs? I tried it at 1.22g and 1.07g. It sounds good and...

I have a line on a Thorens 124 for sale that will need to be repaired. Seller says the motor and platter spin, but does not know anything else about functionality. It if filthy, has no plinth and the chrome on the tone arm is pitted and chipping off so it may need to be replaced. Seller is...

Been chasing this gremlin a while... I have a Thorens TD-145 into a Marantz 2250B into a pair of Dynaco A-25s, and it sounds great. The cart is an Ortofon Super OM 20. When I first turn it on, everything's fine. But after playing a while, there is a faint 60-cycle hum present. It is only in the...

While adjusting the motor azymuth I managed to over tighten the adjustment screw mechanism so that it now turns in it's housing and serves no purpose. To get around this I found a simple solution by glueing the motor mounts correctly in place with epoxy. Now everything works fine, but I notice a...

Hello, 

I was wondering if anyone might be able to help. I’ve just picked up my new (to me) Thorens TD-125 Mk2 and am looking to install a Denon DL-110 cartridge on to the TP-16 mk1 arm / TP-60 headshell later next week. Here she is! The arm/headshell on the table I picked up is currently...

Hi All, I was just wondering if anyone could possibly help me / advise on the following? I am picking up a Thorens TD-125 Mk2 tomorrow, which I’m really excited about! The previous owner has assured me of the following: That it’s in very nice working order, has been recently serviced, and...

Hello all, This is my first post here and and my first toe-dip into vintage turntable waters, so thank you in advance for any advice and please forgive any potential ignorance! I’m in the process of upgrading my relatively low-budget contemporary turntable and should be in receipt of a Thorens...

Hi all, Many thanks to all who posted in a previous thread of mine helping me diagnose a speed clutch issue. While I've yet to work on that, I did replace the suspension, which was a big level-up for this newbie like me. Relatedly, a new issue has presented itself. After having replaced the...

My old Thorens buzzed intermittently for while. Now it's unusable. I've changed cartridge leads and now head shell. No difference. Obviously I have no idea what I'm doing. Who can repair this turntable in Los Angeles area?

Hello all, I have recently acquired a backup turntable from Facebook Marketplace. I currently own a Thorens TD 165 and bought a Technics SL 5200 to have as a spare. I currently have a Empire LTD 200 cartridge fixed to my Thorens. Is the 8000/XE a better cartridge? The stylus needs replaced on...

I have had the itch to upgrade my turntable for a little while and had a Technics sl120 with SME3009 arm slip through my hands as well as a Linn LP12 that needed a new power supply (or maybe motor), both for excellent prices. I figured I'd just bide my time till the next good deal came up when...