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CliveG
05-02-2019, 10:34
A superb, fully working example of the Thorens TD135 turntable. A compact version of the iconic TD124 with the integral BTD12S tonearm.

One of the best of these you will come across, its semi-automatic, (the motor stops at the end of the side) and also this turntable, serial number 18720, was subject to a full restoration by a previous owner, details can be seen here:

http://www.theanalogdept.com/pw_2.htm

A previous owner has replaced the rather beautiful green plinth with a modern black one made by Stereo Lab.

The motor suspension has been upgraded to Mk II specification with the Audio Silente conversion kit and an Audio Silente idler wheel is fitted. New rubber mushrooms fitted and the power lead has a 3 pin IEC socket to allow for use with any standard kettle lead.

The original Thorens PU1079 headshell is present together with a full set of mounting hardware. The headshell does have some paint damage, see photo.

I cannot pack this, so collection only from Lymington please.

Price £400
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Non-Smoking Man
05-02-2019, 12:46
Very good value and Clive is a dream to deal with.
CliveG
05-02-2019, 16:20
Thank you Jack.
I bought this from Tom (Montesquieu) about 5 years ago and have used it as my mono deck until a recent drive to reduce kit down to more manageable proportions.
By way of explanation for those who think they saw this sold recently, I did sell it on eBay a couple of months ago for £550 but the buyer has been unable to come and collect it due to being too busy and has asked me to resell it. So here it is at £150 less for a hopefully quick sale.
MarginWalker
06-02-2019, 20:02
What a beautiful looking thing. I would have it if funds would allow. Have a bump on me.
montesquieu
06-02-2019, 21:13
Absolute cracker this. Were not for recent purchases this would be coming back to me.

Just to say I used it for mono too but the tonearm is wired for stereo.

Actually those BDT-12S tonearms sell on their own for close to the Clive's asking for the arm + deck + plinth.
Barry
06-02-2019, 21:30
Beautiful, just beautiful and a bargain to boot!

Hope this goes to a good home. GLWS. :)
Wegamus
07-02-2019, 09:49
I’ll take this at the asking price, please Clive.
CliveG
07-02-2019, 10:03
Thank you everybody for your comments.
I have just sent you a PM Greg.
SOLD subject to payment.
lordmortlock
07-02-2019, 10:40
Ah you beat me to it Greg! Just logged in to say the same thing!

If you should change your mind ...:D
Wegamus
07-02-2019, 11:03
Ah you beat me to it Greg! Just logged in to say the same thing!

If you should change your mind ...:D

Commiserations Jake! :cool:

Already have someone who’s got second dibs on this if I ever sell. Sorry about that. Should be great with a Miyajima mono or SPU N.
CliveG
07-02-2019, 11:12
Now SOLD and paid.
That was nice and painless.
lordmortlock
07-02-2019, 14:11
Commiserations Jake! :cool:

Already have someone who’s got second dibs on this if I ever sell. Sorry about that. Should be great with a Miyajima mono or SPU N.

Not at all, more power to you, hope you love it. :)