This Thorens TD-124MKII has been meticulously restored to deliver exceptional performance, preserving its legendary reputation among vinyl enthusiasts. Fitted with the highly regarded SME 3012 tonearm, known for its precision and smooth tracking, and paired with an Ortofon FF-15X MKII MC cartridge, this setup ensures a rich, detailed sound with excellent musicality.
Housed in a custom wooden base, the turntable not only looks stunning but also benefits from enhanced stability and vibration control. Fully serviced and in perfect working condition, this classic deck is ready to bring out the best in your vinyl collection.
General Specifications TD-124 MKII:
- Manufacturer: Thorens
- Model: TD 124 MK II
- Years of manufacture: 1966 - 1968
- Made in: Switzerland
- Color: Walnut
- Power consumption:
- Dimensions: 394 x 324 x 74 mm (WxHxD).
- Weight: approx. 10 kg
- Original price approx.: 515 DM
- With tonearm: 725 DM
- With tonearm and Stanton 581: 990 DM
- With tonearm and Ortofon S15T: 1020 DM)
Connections
- Outputs: 1
Technical data
- Drive: Belt/friction wheel
- Motor: 4-pole reluctance motor (AC)
- Speed: 16 2/3, 33 1/3, 45 & 78 rpm
- Synchronous speed fluctuations: ±0,07 %
- Rumble noise ratio: unweighted: 43 dB, weighted: 58 dB
- Turntable: cast iron/aluminium, 300 mm, 4.5 kg or zinc injection cast/aluminium, 300 mm, 3.6 kg
- Operating mode: Manual
- Pitch: ±3
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SME 3012 Tonearm:
English Translation
Type: SME 3009, 3012
Manufacturer: SME LTD., ENGLAND
Tonearm length from vertical axis to stylus tip:
3009: 230 mm (depending on cartridge)
3012: 305 mm (depending on cartridge)
Overhang: Adjustable
Offset angle: —
Tonearm material: Metal with wood inlay
Maximum tangential tracking error at optimal installation:
3009 = 2°
3012 = 1.5°
Fine adjustment of tracking force: By weight
Minimum achievable tracking force due to tonearm bearing and mass distribution: 0.25 p
Anti-skating mechanism: Yes
Cartridge system: Optional
Headshell suitable for mounting internationally standardized cartridge systems: Yes
Non-binding recommended price (without cartridge):
3009 = 378 DM (including connection cable)
3012 = 398 DM (including connection cable)
Special Features:
Extra-light aluminium headshell
Hydraulically damped cueing mechanism
Pre-drilled mounting plates available for Thorens TD 125
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Ortofon FF15X Mk II Cartridge
The FF15X Mk II is fitted with a spherical diamond and designed with a robust build and low compliance, making it well-suited for higher mass tonearms. Its high output voltage ensures compatibility with receivers and amplifiers featuring low-sensitivity phono inputs.
All Mk II models feature a redesigned body with improved shielding and repositioned terminal pins for easier connection. The gold-plated pins use a new press-fitting method for enhanced reliability and minimal contact resistance.
