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Thorens TD 124 MK 1 Turntable and Tonearm Package Thorens TD 124 MK 1 IN Pristine condition Serviced before i imported it and unused since Has Schoppers solid machined plinth and isolated armboard (To suit SME arms) installed along with schoppers mushrooms The last pic is of the Shopper base NO ARM INCLUDED I HAVE DROPPED THE PRICE TO REFLECT THIS Plinth WOOD CONSOLE SOLID DESIGN Our "Solid Design" plinth was developed to satisfy demands for a massive plinth which could deliver real sonic improvements (NOT the case with many of the replacement plinths we've encountered, which are s
This A$3,500 listing for a Thorens TD 124 MK 1 is a genuine bargain, sitting well below the 25th percentile of A$3,449 in our recent comparable AUD listings database. While older market chatter sometimes suggests lower figures, the ground truth from active listings confirms median values near A$3,716, making this price a strong deal for a fellow enthusiast. Timing matters here: the MK 1 is the original, highly coveted generation, and securing one at this level is a rare opportunity before prices climb further.
The TD 124 remains a legendary vintage turntable, revered for its exceptional speed stability, robust motor, and iconic tonearm that alone commands huge value on the used market. Its mechanical precision and warm, detailed sound make it a top-tier choice for serious listening. With a clean listing and no noted condition issues, this represents a prime buying opportunity for a well-loved classic, offering immense upside for any collector prioritizing original-owner quality and rarity.
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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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