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Thorens TD-150 Mk2, Ortofon AS-212 Tonearm Thorens platter mat, and suede anti static mat. You are welcome to come and have a listen of course. Pickup (excuse the pun) in Stockholm only
kr7,000 is ambitious against the recent SEK comps: that sits well above the kr4,380 75th percentile and far over the kr3,092 median, so it needs something special to justify it. Without standout provenance or a notably fresh overhaul, this is priced at the top end rather than as a value play.
The appeal is the Thorens TD 150 Mk2 itself: a classic suspended-subchassis deck with real vintage charm, strong upgrade potential, and a reputation that still keeps it on enthusiasts’ shortlists. If the arm, platter, and suspension are all original and healthy, and if it comes with useful extras or documented service, the package gets more interesting. But at this asking level, condition and completeness really matter, because age-related maintenance can quickly eat into the value.
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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