[Overview]
■ TD-124 Details ■
This is a high-quality analog turntable manufactured by Thorens of Switzerland.
Produced from the 1950s through the 1960s, the TD-124 is highly regarded for its precision engineering, elegant design, and excellent sound quality.
Platter:
The TD-124 features a heavy aluminum platter. Its substantial weight and solid construction provide excellent rotational stability while helping to reduce vibrations during record playback.
Belt Drive:
The TD-124 uses a belt-drive system to transfer power from the motor to the platter.
This design reduces the effect of motor vibration on record playback, resulting in superior sound quality.
Suspension:
The TD-124 is equipped with a precision suspension system that protects the turntable from external vibrations.
This helps minimize noise and distortion during playback, providing improved sound quality.
Tonearm:
The TD-124 was designed to accommodate a wide variety of tonearms, allowing users to select an arm according to their individual preferences and requirements.
The included tonearm is a wooden Laboratory Series tonearm manufactured by Grado.
It is paired with a Shure V15 Type III cartridge, which is exceptionally well matched with this tonearm.
Influence and Reputation:
The TD-124 is constructed from high-quality materials and features an exceptionally robust design, providing outstanding durability.
Its excellent sound quality, superior manufacturing quality, and distinctive, beautiful design have transcended generations. Even today, it remains highly valued by audio enthusiasts and analog record collectors.
[Specifications]
Serial Number: 61267
Supported Speeds: 16 / 33 / 45 / 78 rpm
Supported Records: 12-inch records
Drive System: Belt drive
Platter: 11.75 inches (30 cm)
Playback: Stereo
[Main Unit Specifications, Including Base]
Dimensions (mm): 413 mm W × 350 mm D × 127 mm H
Height including tonearm: 178 mm
Dimensions (inches): 16.25″ W × 13.75″ D × 5″ H
Height including tonearm: 7″
Weight: Approximately 11.5 kg (25 lbs)
[Fully Operational Guarantee]
The motor has been completely disassembled, cleaned, and fully serviced.
■ Motor disassembled, cleaned, lubricated, and refilled with oil
■ Pulley cleaned
■ Idler wheel fully operational
■ Belt replaced with a new one
■ Suspension mushrooms replaced with new ones
■ Upper and lower deck sections cleaned with a special solution and waxed
■ Spirit level contains alcohol and is fully functional
■ All control knobs have been lubricated with grease
Operates at 16 / 33 / 45 / 78 rpm on 100V power.
Compatible with both 50 Hz and 60 Hz power frequencies.
It is extremely rare to encounter an example like this today.
◇ Included Accessories ◇
・Grado Laboratory tonearm
・Shure cartridge and stylus
・Dedicated armboard for a 16-inch tonearm
・Dedicated turntable base
