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Thorens TD 126 MKII Turntable for Repair or Parts.IMPORTANT: The unit powers on and is in good overall cosmetic condition. This turntable has had only one owner and has been well cared for.The acrylic dust cover has some minor scratches. When the cover is lifted, it does not stay securely in the raised position, so the mechanism will need to be inspected to determine why it does not remain open. The turntable does not include a stylus, but it does include its cartridge.We do not know what other parts or components may be missing. For this reason, the turntable is being sold strictly as a service/restoration project or for parts.This unit is being sold strictly for repair or parts, exactly as described and shown in the photographs. We do not know what internal damage or additional issues the unit may have, and we cannot be held responsible for any internal defects or damage that may be discovered during repair. Sold as-is, with no guarantees or warranties, exactly as shown in the photos and described in this listing.The Turntable is located in a Warehouse in Miami FL 33166.ABOUT SHIPPING: Our shipping process works like this: we pay a warehouse who is in charge of making the shipments safely. All orders are processed from Monday to friday. Then we proceed to attach the tracking to the box and photos will be sent to you so you can see the tracking on the box. Subsequently, the Pick-Up request will be made to FedEx. It is important for you to know that this process in which FedEx picks up the box at the warehouse can last from 24 to 120 hours during the working week (from monday to friday). When FedEx picks up the box you will be notified immediately since from that moment your order is on its way to your address.The shipment will be made only through FedEx Ground or FedEx Home. Only sold in the local US marketReturns are not accepted. Only sold in the local US market.The box number is 40ASHIPPING USA• FedEx Ground 120$ (It takes around 4 to 7 days to deliver the package)Ask any questions you may have and we will kindly respond
Compared with what else shows up around US$899, this Thorens sits right at the market center rather than looking like a steal or an overreach. With recent comps clustering from US$874 to US$918 and a median of US$899, the asking price reads as fair, clean, and in line with the current used market.
That makes it interesting because the TD 126 MK II is one of Thorens’ more respected suspended-subchassis decks: musical, refined, and still very satisfying when properly sorted. The real upside is in a complete, well-kept example with the arm, dust cover, and any service history; if it’s been maintained and the suspension, motor, and speed control are behaving, this is exactly the sort of vintage table that rewards a long-term owner.
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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