Thorens TD 1600 (black, incl. TP160) High End Hifi record player

Thorens - TD 1600 with TP160, black high gloss at a glance

The Thorens TD 1600 turntable with the new TP 160 tonearm represents an innovative continuation of the TD1600 model, combined with a traditional wooden plinth and a two-part, precisely machined aluminum platter, driven by a polished, internally running belt. The accompanying TPN 1600 external linear power supply, with an efficient toroidal transformer, ensures a stable power supply to the synchronous motor with 2x 16V for optimum rotation consistency. The TP 160 tonearm is characterized by a high-precision cutting bearing. This 9 inch (approx. 23 cm) J-shaped tonearm with SME headshell connection takes up the design of classic studio tonearms and additionally stabilizes the horizontal bearing with magnets for exact tracking of the vinyl record. The sub-chassis, supported by three springs, is not based on the top board but on the floor. A tightly tensioned steel thread along the motor roller platter axis minimizes lateral swaying, which promotes a piston-like oscillation of the sub-chassis. For a professional connection, balanced XLR outputs provide a low-interference connection to the phono preamplifier, which is important for amplifying the sensitive phono signal. A true balanced connection, which ensures optimum sound quality, requires the use of a moving coil (MC) cartridge.