Thorens TD-124 Mk II TurnTables
Thorens TD-124 Mk II TurnTables
USER REVIEWS
[Feb 13, 2012]
Tony orton
AudioPhile
Well Ive found it Aural bliss ! A pure original boxed n kept well tucked away and never moved fir over 35 or so years a concours Thorens TD 124 mk2 with as set up by the pros sme 3009 series 11 arm and original great condition shure cartridge ( the cartridge isnt good enough for me though ) It came with loads of again mint pamflets and manuals . its beautiful . priceless . should be in a museum really . any top offers anyone ? x |
[May 11, 2004]
hi5
Audio Enthusiast
Strength:
Expressive presentation, warm & sweet
Weakness:
I've tried to find out...but none I've been using Michell GyroDec RB300 and I'm quite happy with the performance. Vivid vocal, nicely placed musical instrument and good depth. But now I've sold the GyroDec and bought the TD124MKII / SME 3012. The sounds is much more detailed,Full bodied sound, big sounding and I can hear things that I can't never heard before on Gyro. I happy!! hooked with these equipment:- John Shearne Phase 2 Reference with John Phono Stage. Mission 752 Kimber 8TC biwire Similar Products Used: Michell GyroDec RB300 (3rd) Pioneer PL - 12 D/R (2nd) Pioneer PL - 110 (1st) |
[Jan 13, 2004]
bs134501
AudioPhile
Strength:
Rhytm, musicality. Everything is adjustable. Full metal housing. Incredible engineering.
Weakness:
Hard to find spare parts. This is a very good performer ! I use it with a SME3012 tonearm and Ortofon SPU GM cartridge. There is one thing this turntable has much better compared to others : Rhytm !!! The definition of sound into time is very good indeed. It seems the combination of motor/belt/rubber wheel/heavy platter is very good. Other turntables sound "nervous" to me. Even if they are quartz-driven. If you find one in good working condition, just buy it ! |
[Jan 18, 2003]
ham108
Audio Enthusiast
Strength:
Rock solid, stable, sweet sounding.
Weakness:
must search to find parts, when needed. Awesome! Plays 45 and 78 as well as 33's. Very heavy platter spins forever on the precision Swiss bearings. Has bubble level built in. Low rumble and excellent isolation are hallmarks of this design. I think mine came out of an old radio station and has a pedestrian arm with a Shure cartridge. It still sounds wonderful. As good as my Linn. Get one if you can. Similar Products Used: Linn LP12 with Ittok arm and K9 cartridge |
[Dec 16, 1999]
Allan
Audio Enthusiast
Strength:
Unreal build quality and durability. World class performance. Plays 78 rpm!!!
Weakness:
None that matter. I know that for eight or ten thousand dollars I could buy a turntable that would sound better than my old (1965) Thorens TD-124, but it wouldn't play shellac (78 rpm) records and would probably break down on a regular basis. Similar Products Used: Linn-Sondek, Thorens 145 |
[Dec 16, 1999]
Allan
Audio Enthusiast
Strength:
Unreal build quality and durability. World class performance. Plays 78 rpm!!!
Weakness:
None that matter. I know that for eight or ten thousand dollars I could buy a turntable that would sound better than my old (1965) Thorens TD-124, but it wouldn't play shellac (78 rpm) records and would probably break down on a regular basis. Similar Products Used: Linn-Sondek, Thorens 145 |
[Nov 22, 1999]
Chris Davis
Audio Enthusiast
Strength:
Great sound Excellent speed stability. Great looks!
Weakness:
Mmm. This is a great turntable.It brings out more fine detail has better bass, and imaging than my Linn/Valhalla with same Ittock arm. If you see one cheap don't think twice,buy it! You won't regret it.As long as it works that is. Similar Products Used: Linn Sondek LP12 |
[Mar 02, 1999]
Jeremy Forsyth
an Audiophile
I just got back my TD 124 after sending for a refurbishment amd mounting a SME 3009 arm. This was after reading how Ken Kessler described it as one of the best sounding tables ever built. Let me say that, sonically,it trashed my other supposed vintage goldmine, the 401, Came very close to my VPI TNT Mk II/ SME 309 in some areas and completely squashed the Michell Gyrodec (arm now on TNT). Well, To be honest, even My TD 150 and Naim Aro combo managed to sound more musical than the Michell/ SME.Turntables, as above plus a TD 160S, Linn Sondek Basik |
[Jun 16, 2001]
Mike
Audiophile
Strength:
Outstanding solidity to sound
Weakness:
none This is an amazing turntable. Built like a 57 Chevy. Sounds like it looks. One of be best bargains in hi fi today. I'm using an SME 3009 II and Ortofon MM cartridge. Incredibly sweet and detailed with rock solid bass and overall stability that must be heard to be believed. This turntable will make all your records sound good. Similar Products Used: 125, 160, 145 II |
[Mar 31, 1999]
Brian Dziurda
a Casual Listener
Dear Sirs, I don't no where to turn to for help on this one. I have always been a man of music of all types, especially in 33rpm records. I play them on a vintage 1970's Thorens, but today I went to a resale shop and found a Thorens TD124 on the shelf. I bought it, brought it home, and I can't figure out how it even turns on! I plug it in, the light goes on in the strobe area, then how does the turntable spin! It just sits there wanting to do something, but I don't know how to get it to go or even change speeds! The lever for the speed control seems to be locked out, it won't move. I know this isn't a review, but since I don't work much on the internet, you're site looks the best for professional help. If anyone out there can help me I would greatly appreciate it. Thank you fellow audiophiles! BrianP.S I can't fiqure out how to post this in your discussion area, could you please copy it to that section for me? Sorry, but I'm a little slow in the computer field. Some of us 45 year old's aren't up to snuff yet. Thanks again. |