Thorens TD 160 Mk II

Thorens is a formerly Swiss manufacturer of high-end audio equipment. Thorens is historically renowned for the range of phonographs (turntables) the manufacturer produces. In addition to audio playback equipment, Thorens is also a historical producer of harmonicas and cigarette lighters, most notably the button actuated "automatic lighter".

Technical specifications

• Drive: belt
• Motor: 16-pole synchronous motor (AC)
• Speed: 33, 45 rpm
• Wow and flutter: 0.04%
• Rumble to noise ratio: 70 dB
• double-bearing sub-chassis
• Platter: die-cast zinc, 300 mm, 3.2 kg
• Operating mode: manual (mechanical limit switch accessory)
• Pitch: no
• Tonearm: TP 16 MK II, TP 16 Mk III, TP 21

Special equipment

• Motor does not need a power supply. Control of the speed via the mains frequency

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• Dimensions: 430 x 360 x 150 mm (WxHxD)
• Weight: approx. 8.5 kg
• New price approx .: 500, - DM ( Indexed 640 EUR)