Thorens TD 402 DD walnut
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Thorens
TD 402 DD walnut
Product Info
Article Number:
488940
Brand:
Thorens
Model:
TD 402 DD walnut
Category:
DJ Turntables
Price:
$867.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The TD 402 DD is a really nice entry point into vinyl. It’s well-built, sounds clean and balanced thanks to the AT-VM95E, and the auto features are genuinely useful for someone just starting out or who wants a simple, reliable setup. It's a great choice for enjoying classic albums and doesn’t demand a huge investment.
Product Description
- Thorens TD 402 DD walnut
- Direct Drive Turntable
- Ready to play - "out-of-the-box"
- Very smooth direct drive
- Integrated phono preamplifier
- Auto start and auto stop at the end of the plate
- DC motor
- Speeds: 33-1 / 3
- 45rpm
- Switching: Electronic
- Damped 12" aluminium platter
- Tonearm: Carbon tonearm tube and removable headshell
- Pickups: Audio Technica AT VM95E
- Phono preamplifier can be switched off
- Anti-skating
- Power supply via external 12 V DC power supply
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 420 x 355 x 141 mm
- Weight: 5.8 kg
- Colour: Glossy walnut
- Includes plug-in power supply
- dust cover (acrylic)
- RCA cable and Thorens rubber mat
PROS
- • Smooth direct drive minimizes wow and flutter for clean playback
- • Carbon tonearm offers precise tracking and reduced resonance
- • Integrated phono preamp simplifies setup for beginners and casual users
- • Walnut plinth adds a touch of classic elegance and dampens vibrations
CONS
- • Limited pitch control restricts DJing versatility compared to dedicated models
- • DC power supply, while convenient, can be a potential point of failure
- • AT-VM95E cartridge is decent but an upgrade could significantly improve sound
Product Video
Key Features
Drive Type
Direct Drive
Platter
12 in Damped Aluminium
Speed
33-1/3, 45rpm
Tonearm
Carbon Tube with Removable Headshell
Pitch Range
+/-10%
Weight
5.8 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
Direct drive offers more consistent speed and torque, resulting in a slightly tighter bass response and less 'drift' under load, though some prefer the warmth of belt drive.
Absolutely, the removable headshell makes cartridge swapping straightforward, allowing you to experiment with different sounds and upgrade later.
The preamp is adequate for most modestly powered speakers, but serious audiophiles might prefer an external, higher-performance phono stage for maximum detail.
