Thorens - TD124, - tonearm SME 3009 Turntable
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The advertisement subject is a Thorens TD124 turntable + SME 3009 tonearm.
Turntable produced in the years 1957-1968.
TD124 is a brilliant example of Swiss precision engineering and craftsmanship.
The turntable shown live presents itself phenomenally.
Solid, stable plinth - renovated and lacquered to a high gloss.
The turntable consists of the following elements:
- drive Thorens TD124,
- SME 3009 tonearm,
- Stanton 681 cartridge,
- SME S2 headshell,
# SME 3009
Classic 9-inch J-shaped tonearm with knife-edge bearings. Adjustable overhang, vertical tracking force, anti-skate and arm height.
Sensitivity and force, combined with versatility, ensure the ongoing popularity of the 3009 model.
Cartridge from the mid-1960s.
Specification:
Description: Universal-type fully adjustable pickup arm. Stylus force range: 0.25–5 gm, adjustable without external force gauge; will counterbalance pickups weighing from 2–20 grams. Height range (motor board to top of arm base): 3.25–2.375". Nominal arm length: 9". Stylus-to-pivot-center distance: 8.43" adjustable ±0.5". Depth below top of motor board: 2.75". Rear overhang (max): 3.25". Pivot friction: 0.02 gram, measured at stylus. Head: Four-circuit plug-in, with screw collar.
# Thorens TD124
Specifications:
Speeds: 4-speed variable speed (+-3%)
Platter: 12", 11.5 lbs table with separate non-magnetic aluminium shell cover
Drive: precision built motor with extra compliant belt plus idler isolates motor vibration
Power: 100/250V, 50/60Hz
Wow / flutter / rumble: exceeds NAB specifications
Tonearm: replaceable tonearm mounting board for 12" and 16" arms
Dimensions: 15" wide x 12 7/8" deep with 12" arm mounting board
* Approximate weight
The advertisement subject is a Thorens TD124 turntable + SME 3009 tonearm.
Turntable produced in the years 1957-1968.
TD124 is a brilliant example of Swiss precision engineering and craftsmanship.
The turntable shown live presents itself phenomenally.
Solid, stable plinth - renovated and lacquered to a high gloss.
The turntable consists of the following elements:
- drive Thorens TD124,
- SME 3009 tonearm,
- Stanton 681 cartridge,
- SME S2 headshell,
# SME 3009
Classic 9-inch J-shaped tonearm with knife-edge bearings. Adjustable overhang, vertical tracking force, anti-skate and arm height.
Sensitivity and force, combined with versatility, ensure the ongoing popularity of the 3009 model.
Cartridge from the mid-1960s.
Specification:
Description: Universal-type fully adjustable pickup arm. Stylus force range: 0.25–5 gm, adjustable without external force gauge; will counterbalance pickups weighing from 2–20 grams. Height range (motor board to top of arm base): 3.25–2.375". Nominal arm length: 9". Stylus-to-pivot-center distance: 8.43" adjustable ±0.5". Depth below top of motor board: 2.75". Rear overhang (max): 3.25". Pivot friction: 0.02 gram, measured at stylus. Head: Four-circuit plug-in, with screw collar.
# Thorens TD124
Specifications:
Speeds: 4-speed variable speed (+-3%)
Platter: 12", 11.5 lbs table with separate non-magnetic aluminium shell cover
Drive: precision built motor with extra compliant belt plus idler isolates motor vibration
Power: 100/250V, 50/60Hz
Wow / flutter / rumble: exceeds NAB specifications
Tonearm: replaceable tonearm mounting board for 12" and 16" arms
Dimensions: 15" wide x 12 7/8" deep with 12" arm mounting board
* Approximate weight
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Thorens
Model
TD124, - tonearm SME 3009
Physical condition
Excellent
Number of objects
1
Includes
No cables
Weight
30 kg
Functional condition
Tested and working/playable
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