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Verkaufe einen hochwertigen und äußerst begehrten Thorens TD 126 MK II, einen legendären Subchassis-Plattenspieler aus der goldenen Ära des analogen Hi-Fi.
Der TD 126 MK II wurde in den späten 1970er- und frühen 1980er-Jahren gebaut und gilt bis heute als einer der besten jemals produzierten Thorens-Plattenspieler. Dank seines elektronisch geregelten Direktantriebs mit präziser Geschwindigkeitskontrolle, dem schweren Teller und der exzellenten Entkopplung bietet er eine außergewöhnlich ruhige und detailreiche Wiedergabe.
Ausstattung und Merkmale
* Elektronische Geschwindigkeitsregelung für 33, 45 und 78 U/min
* Präzise Feinjustierung per Stroboskop
* Schwerer Alu-Druckgussteller
* Aufwendig gefedertes Subchassis
* Sehr hochwertiger, resonanzarmer Aufbau
* Zeitloses Design mit edlem Holzgehäuse
Wird als Nachlass verkauft und funktionierte im März noch.
Privatverkauf, keine Garantie oder Rücknahme.
At €800, this sits in the same conversation as a clean serviced belt-drive Thorens and a decent modern entry-level deck; if you want the classic suspended Thorens feel, it’s not crazy, but it’s not a bargain either. For a TD 126 MK II in good working shape, I’d call €650–€850 the realistic used range, so €800 is fair-to-ambitious depending on what “good” really means and whether it’s been recently serviced.
Before buying, verify the suspension is properly set up, the electronic speed control locks steadily at 33/45, and the tonearm lift/autostop functions cleanly. Also check for the usual vintage Thorens issues: hardened belt, noisy motor, worn feet, cracked dust cover, and whether the correct armboard, headshell, and platter mat are included. A documented service history matters a lot on this model.
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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