Thorens TD-160HD w/SME M2 Tone Arm Demo

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 are taking care that the TD 160 HD sounds much bigger indeed 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 construction of the TD 160 HD is based on a progressively dampening sub-chassis owing to the newly developed compound suspension elements. This would also facilitate the use of uni-pivoted tonearms. The one-piece platter is made from acrylic material and 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 outstanding resonance dampening throughout. The further developed electronic motor control prevents the synchronous motor from running hot, in particular when subject to extensive operation. Product of the Year 2008 by hi-fi+ magazine: "A classic in every sense of the word."

Best Turntable over £1000 by WHAT HiFi: "Great turntable and arm package. Match with a good cartridge and you have one of the very best record players at this price level."

With SME M2 Tonearm installed.