Thorens TD 1500 walnut HG
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Thorens
TD 1500 walnut HG
Product Info
Article Number:
529310
Brand:
Thorens
Model:
TD 1500 walnut HG
Category:
DJ Turntables
Price:
$2,197.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Thorens TD 1500 walnut HG is a beautifully crafted record player that leans towards the audiophile side of things. It’s a fantastic choice for someone who values sound quality and build elegance over DJ-centric features; the Ortofon cartridge brings a richness that's really enjoyable for classic albums and vocal tracks.
Product Description
- Thorens TD 1500 walnut HG
- Subchassis Record Player
- With balanced XLR outputs
- Drive: Belt drive
- DC motor
- Speeds: 33-1/3
- 45 rpm
- Switching: Electronic
- Solid 1.4 kg die-cast aluminium turntable with 22 mm height
- Thorens TD 150 tonearm with SME headshell
- Cartridge: Ortofon 2M Bronze
- Anti-skating: Counterweight with nylon thread
- Power supply: External 12V DC power supply
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 420 x 141 x 360 mm
- Weight: 7.9 kg
- Colour: Walnut
- high-gloss
- Incl. Plug-in power supply
- dust cover (acrylic)
PROS
- • Solid die-cast aluminum plinth provides exceptional vibration damping
- • Ortofon 2M Bronze delivers a detailed, warm, and balanced sonic signature
- • Balanced XLR outputs offer superior signal transfer for high-end systems
- • Thorens TD 150 tonearm provides precise tracking and ease of cartridge upgrades
CONS
- • Relatively heavy build makes placement and transport more challenging
- • High-gloss walnut finish is susceptible to fingerprints and smudging
- • Limited pitch control compared to more DJ-focused turntables
Product Video
Key Features
Drive Type
Belt drive
Platter
1.4 kg die-cast aluminium, 22 mm height
Speed
33-1/3, 45 rpm
Tonearm
Thorens TD 150 with SME headshell
Pitch Range
+/- 6%
Weight
7.9 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
The TD 1500 offers a more refined aesthetic and a slightly more forgiving sound than the TD 2000, but the TD 2000 provides more upgrade potential.
Acrylic dust covers are notorious for showing fingerprints; a microfiber cloth and gentle cleaning solution are essential to keep it looking pristine.
Absolutely, the SME headshell makes cartridge changes straightforward, allowing you to experiment with different sonic profiles.
