Thorens TD 1601 TP 160 black
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Thorens
TD 1601 TP 160 black
Product Info
Article Number:
597481
Brand:
Thorens
Model:
TD 1601 TP 160 black
Category:
DJ Turntables
Price:
$4,397.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Thorens TD 1601 TP 160 black is a beautifully crafted, high-performance turntable aimed squarely at the discerning audiophile DJ or serious vinyl enthusiast. Its robust build and refined design deliver a warm, detailed sound – perfect for digging deep into soulful house, classic funk, or anything requiring sonic precision. It’s a serious investment, but the playback quality is truly rewarding.
Product Description
- Thorens TD 1601 TP 160 black
- Manual Record Player with Sub Chassis
- The TD 1601 is the logical further development of the TD 1600 in the direction of extended ease of use
- Features a classic wooden frame
- the two-part turntable with internal belt and thick rubber mat
- an elaborately controlled motor
- armrest and acrylic cover.
- The three springs of the sub-chassis do not hang from the top board
- but stand on the floor
- A tensioned steel cord prevents lateral wobbling in the extension of the motor pulley - disc axle axis and thus ensures a piston-shaped swing of the sub-chassis even when starting up
- when the motor power is at its strongest and the belt pulls sideways on the disc axle
- The complex motor control system ensures a constant speed with exact synchronisation
- Drive: Internal flat belt
- Sub-turntable made of aluminium
- Motor: Fully electronically controlled and stabilised AC synchronous motor
- Control unit built into the chassis
- Speeds: 33-1/3
- 45 rpm
- Switching: Electronically
- Turntable: 12" / 4.2 kg aluminium
- Tonearm: TP 160 with SME headshell connector
- Cartridge not included
- Anti-skating: Magnetic
- Stop limit
- Top turntable made of triCom
- Power supply via external power supply
- Balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA outputs
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 454 x 180 x 369 mm
- Weight: 11 kg
- Colour: Black
- high-gloss
- Includes headshell
- power supply and acrylic dust cover
PROS
- • Sub-chassis isolation minimizes vibrations for exceptional clarity.
- • Internal belt drive ensures stable speeds and reduces external noise.
- • Classic wooden plinth adds a touch of elegance and substantial mass.
- • Elaborate motor control system delivers consistently accurate platter rotation.
CONS
- • High-end price point puts it out of reach for many DJs.
- • Manual operation requires more skill and attention than automatic turntables.
- • Limited upgrade paths for the tonearm and cartridge.
Product Video
Key Features
Drive Type
Internal Belt Drive
Platter
Thick Rubber Mat
Speed
33 1/3, 45 RPM
Tonearm
Thorens TP 160
Pitch Range
+/- 6%
Weight
13.6 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The three-spring floor suspension is a significant upgrade, offering better isolation than the TD 1600's top-mounted system, especially on uneven surfaces.
While technically replaceable, the TP 160 is designed as an integral part of the system, and swapping it out requires careful consideration and specialized knowledge.
Absolutely; the sophisticated motor control virtually eliminates speed fluctuations, resulting in a far more stable and accurate listening experience than budget-friendly alternatives.
