Thorens TD 160 HD Turntable with Rega Tonearm RB 300
Real understatement
This record player is a further development of the legendary TD 160. Do not be deceived however by the plain, classic design of the TD 160 HD because numerous new components and innovative materials have been employed in a way to achieve a sonically superior performance when compared to its famous predecessor.
The construction of the TD 160 HD is based on a progressively dampening sub-chassis which would also facilitate the use of uni-pivoted tonearms, owing to the newly developed plastic suspension springs. The one-piece platter made from acrylic material is driven by a belt at its underside, yet without the need of a sub-platter. The platter mat, a blend of cork, India rubber and polymers, has antistatic properties and ensures the optimal coupling of the record to the platter. The TD 160 HD features a base plate, tonearm platform and feet made from RDC, a very special compound of micro-granules, which provides an outstanding resonance dampening throughout. The further developed electronic motor control prevents the synchronous motor from running hot, in particular when subject to extensive operation.
All these measures make the TD 160 HD sound much larger than its compact dimensions would imply. Its purist appearance leaves no doubt that only the best sonic performance was of paramount importance. A real understatement, nevertheless.
The TD 160 HD is equipped on OEM basis (original equipment manufacturer) with the legendary Rega tonearm RB 300 (Thorens internally named TP 300). The tonearm tube is made out of a single aluminium piece. The RD 300 is also fitted as standard to the famous Rega P3 turntable.
Technical Specifications:
- Drive system: Precision belt drive (internal)
- Motor: Electronic controlled AC synchronous
- Speeds: 33-1/3 rpm 45 rpm
- Speed selection: Electronically
- Turntable platter: Acrylic, 12" / 2.0 kg
- Tonearm: Thorens TP 300
- Anti-skating by magnet: TP 300 (Rega RB 300)
- Automatic: None
- Switch off: None
- Capacitance of signal leads: 120 pF
- Power supply: External mains adaptor
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 430 x 175 x 340 mm
- Weight: 8 kg
- Edition: Finish black ash (vinyl veneer)
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