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Thorens Plattenspieler als defekt/Teilespender.
Nicht geprüft, Zustand siehe Bilder.
Privatverkauf ohne Garantie und Gewährleistung.
Nur an Abholer.
Timing matters here because this is an older, classic deck rather than a current-model buy, and at €100 it sits well below the low end of the recent used market: the 25th percentile is €727, so this is a genuine bargain even for a rough example. The asking price is low enough that the market clearly expects work, but it is still far enough under the typical range that parts value alone can justify interest.
That makes it attractive for a DIY-minded buyer who wants a respected suspended Thorens with strong upgrade potential, especially if the chassis, platter, and core motor/suspension bits are intact. The main watch-outs on this line are age-related electrical and suspension issues, so confirm what is actually present, whether the armboard and platter are included, and how much of the deck is complete before buying.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Thorens traces its origins to 1883 in Sainte-Croix, Switzerland, where Hermann Thorens founded the company in the Jura mountains to craft music boxes and mechanical musical devices. Pioneering audio technology soon followed, with early cylinder phonographs, horn gramophones, and record players that established Thorens as an innovator predating the modern vinyl record. By the 1920s, breakthroughs like electric gramophone motors and magnetic pickups propelled international success, employing over 1,200 workers and embodying Swiss precision engineering. Ownership shifts, including a 2018 acquisition by Gunter Kürten, former Elac head, have revitalized the brand while honoring its 140-year heritage.
Thorens remains synonymous with high-quality turntables, its core focus since iconic idler-drive models like the TD-124 and TD-160 defined the golden age of analog playback. Vintage enthusiasts prize these for their robust plinths, precise motors, and timeless performance, while modern lines such as the 900 series introduce air-suspended sub-chassis for superior isolation. Brief forays into receivers, cassette decks, and speakers in the 1970s yielded to an unwavering commitment to vinyl reproduction, encompassing both LP and 78rpm formats.
Positioned as a high-end analog specialist, Thorens commands respect among discerning audiophiles and vintage collectors for its blend of historical pedigree and contemporary refinement. No longer strictly Swiss-manufactured but retaining that ethos, it occupies a niche boutique space—elevating turntables beyond entry-level to precision instruments that rival top competitors. Under Kürten's stewardship, Thorens thrives in the vinyl resurgence, delivering musical authenticity that serious hi-fi buyers demand.
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