Nice! Vtg Thorens TD 160 Belt Drive Turntable w/ Upgraded Spindle + Hinges NR!
This listing is for a vintage Thorens TD 160 Belt Drive Turntable with several very nice upgrades. It has a brand new precision-machined alloy pulley made in Italy by Audiosilente. This pulley is a great improvement from the original plastic ones that eventually wear out. It is a high quality clutch-style pulley based on the original design. We are including the original pulley parts, plus a spare washer for the new one. The dust cover also has a pair of new solid aluminum hinges. These prevent the common problem of the plastic breaking at the hinge area. This dust cover is broken on one side (see photos) and these hinges solved the problem. The turntable also has a brand new belt. The cartridge is an Empire 2300E. The turntable is in very good overall condition, both mechanically and cosmetically. There are some minor scuffs and scratches on the teak plinth. Please see the detailed photos below and contact us with any questions before bidding. We have a low opening bid price, so don't miss your chance to get a great deal!
From Audiosilente: One of the easiest ways to improve the performance of your Thorens TD 160 is to replace the worn, plastic drive pulley with our precision-machined alloy pulley. True to the original Thorens design, our pulley includes the critical, spring-based clutch system. This clutch allows the pulley to slip momentarily at startup until the heavy platter reaches operating speed. This allows the motor to operate at full speed immediately, maximizing torque. More importantly, the clutch reduces startup stress on the motor and belt. Simpler, one-piece replacement pulleys eliminate the performance and safety benefits of the clutch system entirely.
From Vinyl Nirvana: Solid aluminum hinges stamped in the shape of the original Thorens cover including the slot, for an attractive and clean repair.
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