Thorens TD 1500 Manual Sub-Chassis Turntable
1999,00 €
Thorens TD 1500 Turntable takes inspiration from the revolutionary TD 150, utilizing a modernized sub-chassis design. You can also find features such as incrementally monitored RPM, XLR outputs and the newly developed TP 150 Tonearm. A real standout feature of Thorens TD 1500 is its XLR outputs in addition to its pair of RCA jacks which enables a true balanced operation with a suitable MC cartridge.
Overview
In 1965, the Thorens TD 150, an inconspicuous little turntable, came on the market and thus started a technical revolution in record player manufacturing. For the first time, a spring-suspended sub-chassis with an inner platter driven by a flat belt was used in a mass-produced unit. The principle proved to be very successful and found many imitators in the years since.
Like its famous predecessor, the new Thorens TD 1500, which will be operated purely manually, features a sub-chassis that decouples the turntable and tonearm shelf from the motor and frame by means of three conical springs. In contrast to the TD 150, these springs can be adjusted from above through corresponding holes in the platter, which makes correct adjustment much easier.
The speed of the DC motor is electronically monitored by an incremental encoder and deviations, e.g. caused by a broom, are automatically corrected. This also enables very good wow and flutter values. As a real unique selling point in its class, the TD 1500 has XLR outputs in addition to the usual pair of RCA jacks, thus enabling true balanced operation with a suitable MC cartridge.
TP 150 Tonearm
The new TP 150 tonearm is similar to the TP 124 used on the new TD 124 DD. It has an effective mass of 14 grams, is adjustable in height and azimuth and is equipped with a standard SME connector, so headshells can easily be switched or other cartridges mounted. The anti-skating is set by a sliding weight in the base of the arm, which is adjusted on a nylon thread guided over a ruby bearing.
A high-quality and pre-adjusted 2M Bronze pickup from the Danish pickup specialist Ortofon, is also supplied as standard. This proves to be a perfect playing partner due to its naked diamond with Fine Line cut.
| Function: | Manual turntable with subchassis |
| Drive system: | Belt drive |
| Motor: | Incremental encoder controlled and stabilised DC motor |
| Speeds: | 33-1/3, 45rpm |
| Speed select: | Electronical |
| Platter: | 12" / 1.4 kg Die-cast aluminium platter with 22mm height |
| Tonearm: | Thorens TP 150 with SME headshell |
| Cartridge: | Ortofon 2M Bronze with nude fine line stylus |
| Shut off: | - |
| Outputs: | RCA / Balanced XLR |
| Power Supply: | External 12V power supply |
| Dimensions: | 420 x 150 x 360 mm (W x H x D) |
| Weight: | 7.9 kg |
Thorens is one of the oldest names in analogue hi-fi, founded in 1883 and known for turntables built with a strong engineering heritage and a distinctly music-first approach to vinyl playback. Today, Thorens is chosen by listeners who value stable speed, low noise and the natural flow that makes long listening sessions effortless.
Hi-Fi Market is an authorised Thorens dealer in Estonia, supplying genuine products with official manufacturer warranty and local support. We help you choose the right Thorens model for your room, budget and listening style — and match it with the right tonearm, cartridge and phono stage so the analogue chain works as a coherent system.
Visit our showroom near Tallinn (Tabasalu) to discuss a Thorens-based vinyl setup before you buy — from the first serious turntable to a refined long-term system built around careful matching and practical setup guidance.
Build a Vinyl Setup with Thorens
Thorens is most often chosen as the foundation of a vinyl system. Start with the right turntable, then complete the chain with a suitable tonearm and cartridge, and finish with a quality phono preamplifier for proper gain and tonal balance.
Explore compatible categories for a Thorens-based vinyl setup:
If you want a short, well-matched recommendation, contact us — we’ll suggest a Thorens turntable + tonearm + cartridge + phono stage combination that fits your system and room.
FREE DELIVERY ACROSS ESTONIA (For orders over €100)
Shipments within Estonia generally arrive at the destination specified by the buyer within 3-5 business days from the entry into force of the sales contract. The contract enters into force from the moment the amount due is received into the online store's bank account.
If you wish, you can also pick up the goods yourself. The address of the salon is Kallaste 7, Tabasalu.
WE DELIVER TO ALL COUNTRIES OF THE EUROPEAN UNION.
Please fill in all fields at the checkout and we will contact you regarding shipping costs. Please make payment only after confirming the shipping costs.
OWNER OF THE ONLINE STORE
The owner of the online store hifimarket.ee is Audio Sommelier OÜ (registration number 16891515), address Kallaste, 7, Tabasalu Keskus, Estonia 76901
