Thorens - 126 MKII Platenspeler

Thorens TD 126 Mk II Electronic – Museum Grade / Near Mint –
With Unused Dustcover in Foil, Manuals & Original Box

Description:
An absolute holy grail for vintage hi-fi collectors and audiophiles alike. Offered is a legendarily preserved Thorens TD 126 Mk II Electronic turntable in true museum quality.

This specific set is presented in near mint condition and comes complete with its original outer box and styrofoam inserts. The original, crystal-clear acrylic dustcover is still factory-sealed in its original protective foil, together with the original Thorens instruction manuals and factory accessories. Finding a TD 126 Mk II in this pristine state is an extremely rare opportunity.

Equipped with the sought-after, ultra-low mass Thorens TP16 Mk III tonearm (TP63 wand), perfectly matched with an high-performance Ortofon M20FL Super cartridge featuring a Fine Line stylus. The combination offers exceptional groove tracking, a wide soundstage, and unbelievable detail retrieval.

Condition & Testing:
Chassis & Plinth: Near Mint. Immaculate finish, crisp lettering, and zero signs of heavy use.

Dustcover & Accessories: Mint / Unused. Still sealed in factory packaging alongside original manuals.

Mechanical & Electrical: Fully tested and operational. Pitch control, illuminated strobe, speed selector (33/45/78 RPM), and electronic tonearm lift function flawlessly.

Cartridge: Fitted with an Ortofon M20FL Super with excellent stylus condition.

Specifications:

Drive System: Belt drive with electronic speed control

Motor: 16-pole low-voltage synchronous motor

Platter: 3.2 kg zinc-alloy, dynamically balanced

Tonearm: Thorens TP16 Mk III (Effective mass: 7.5g)

Cartridge: Ortofon M20FL Super (Fine Line Nude Diamond)

Dimensions: 505 x 395 x 170 mm


Bonus: Includes 1 brand-new, original sealed spare drive belt.

Cabling: Fitted with the classic original 5-pin DIN output connector, reflecting its audiophile provenance from a dedicated Quad system enthusiast. This ensures a direct, low-loss connection to vintage Quad gear (such as the Quad 33), but can easily be upgraded to modern High-End RCA/Cinch connectors if desired.


Included in auction: Thorens TD 126 Mk II turntable, sealed original dustcover, sealed manuals & accessories, original factory box with styrofoam inserts, fitted Ortofon M20FL Super cartridge, and 1 x brand-new sealed spare belt.


Packaging & Shipping:

Because the original Thorens box and custom foam inserts are included, this high-end turntable can be transported safely. It will be double-boxed, insured, and packed with extreme care (platter, counterweight, and drive belt safely detached for transport).

A rare chance to acquire a piece of audio history in collector's condition!


N.B. The first and the last pictures are made with A.I. for examples.
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