Thorens TD 403 DD black HG
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Thorens
TD 403 DD black HG
Product Info
Article Number:
529126
Brand:
Thorens
Model:
TD 403 DD black HG
Category:
DJ Turntables
Price:
$1,516.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Thorens is a fantastic entry point into serious vinyl playback. The direct drive is a joy to use, and the Ortofon cartridge sounds surprisingly good for the price. It's perfect for someone building a system from scratch or upgrading from a budget player, wanting a reliable and great-sounding turntable.
Product Description
- Thorens TD 403 DD Black HG
- Record Player
- “Out-of-the-Box" ready to play
- Drive: Direct drive
- DC motor
- Speeds: 33-1/3
- 45 rpm
- Switching: Electronic
- Solid 1.4 kg die-cast aluminium turntable with a height of 22 mm
- Thorens TP 150 tonearm with SME headshell
- Cartridge: Ortofon 2M Blue
- Anti-skating: Counterweight with nylon thread
- Power supply: external 12V DC power supply
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 420 x 360 x 141 mm
- Weight: 7.2 kg
- Colour: Black High-Gloss
- Includes plug-in power supply
- dust cover (acrylic)
- RCA cable and Thorens rubber mat
PROS
- • Solid die-cast aluminum platter provides excellent stability and resonance damping
- • Ortofon 2M Blue cartridge delivers detailed, balanced sound with good tracking
- • Direct drive motor offers precise speed control and quick start-up
- • Thorens TP 150 tonearm is well-balanced and easy to adjust for optimal performance
CONS
- • The high-gloss black finish is a fingerprint magnet and can be prone to scratches
- • Limited upgrade path for tonearm and cartridge compared to higher-end models
- • External power supply is less elegant than an integrated solution
Product Video
Key Features
Drive Type
Direct Drive, DC Motor
Platter
1.4 kg Die-Cast Aluminum
Speed
33-1/3, 45 rpm
Tonearm
Thorens TP 150 with SME headshell
Pitch Range
+/- 6%
Weight
7.2 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
Thorens' direct drive implementation is remarkably stable, minimizing wow and flutter; it's typically better than many belt-drive systems in its class.
Absolutely, the SME headshell makes cartridge swapping straightforward; just be sure to properly align the new cartridge.
The acrylic dust cover provides decent protection, though a dedicated turntable cover might offer even better shielding from larger particles.
