Thorens TD 124 DD

Thorens TD 124 DD Direct Drive Turntable

With the TD 124 DD turntable, Thorens continues this tradition while adding innovative technologies. This turntable features a high-precision direct drive system that ensures stable playback and excellent speed control. Its height-adjustable aluminum chassis rests on absorbent rubber feet for effective vibration reduction.

Key Features:

• High-precision direct drive motor
• TP 124 J-shaped tonearm with electric height adjustment
• Removable headshell (SME connector), repaired for SPU cartridge
• Balanced (XLR) and unbalanced (RCA) outputs
• External power supply
• Integrated bubble level for perfectly horizontal playback

A High-Precision “J” Tonearm

The Thorens TD 124 DD turntable is equipped with an exclusive TP 124 tonearm, featuring a ruby bearing for optimal anti-skating precision. This tonearm can be precisely adjusted to ensure the best operating conditions for the mounted cartridge. The patented electric tonearm lifter facilitates gentle placement and removal of the stylus. A slightly heavier additional counterweight is provided to accommodate a wide selection of phono cartridges.

An Independent Power Supply for a High-Fidelity Audio Experience

The Thorens TD 124 DD features an external TPN 124 power supply, designed to minimize electrical interference and ensure clean current. This separate power supply is crucial for ensuring stable turntable operation and achieving clear, detailed listening with increased dynamic range.

Adjustable Chassis for Optimal Playback

The chassis of the Thorens TD 124 DD is designed to effectively eliminate vibrations and ensure optimal performance. The lower block is mounted on damping feet, and the upper part is mounted on height-adjustable damping feet for optimal vibration damping. The integrated bubble level and adjustable feet allow for easy adjustment of the turntable for perfectly horizontal playback.

Connect Your Turntable to Your Favorite Hi-Fi System

The Thorens TD 124 DD is equipped with several types of connectors, including RCA phono outputs and a balanced XLR output. The XLR output offers better isolation of audio signals and more stable transmission, thus reducing electromagnetic interference. This turntable is compatible with 33 rpm and 45 rpm records and has a selector for easily changing the rotation speed.

Technical Specifications

Main Features

• Manual turntable with direct drive
• Electronic tonearm control
• Die-cast aluminum platter
• Rubber platter mat
• Finish: black

Platter Specifications

• Weight: 3.5 kg
• Diameter: 30.5 cm
• Thickness: 22 mm

Performance

• Speeds: 33-1/3, 45 rpm
• Wow and flutter: ≤ 0.04%
• Manual speed selection (front switch)
• External power supply TPN 124

Tonearm

• Type: Thorens TP 124
• Effective length: 232.8 mm
• Offset angle: 23.6°
• Overhang: 17.8 mm
• Effective mass: 15 g
• Anti-skating device with ruby-bearing counterweight

Connectivity

• 1 stereo RCA output
• 1 balanced XLR output
• 1 ground terminal

Dimensions and Weight

• Dimensions (W × H × D): 424 × 350 × 185 mm
• Weight: 17 kg

Included Accessories

• Thorens TPN 124 power supply unit
• Rubber mat
• 2 counterweights
• Tonearm adjustment tool
• User manual

Note: This turntable is delivered without a cartridge