The great Thorens plinth conundrum
I could do with a little direction and advice regarding a plinth for the Thorens TD 124. I have done plenty of reading and it seems that some consider that the plinth for a 124 is not as critical to the sound of the deck as with for example, the Garrard 301/ 401. Now I cannot attest to this and I don't mind being 'schooled' in the slightest if others hold a contrary view. I am leaning towards a larger plinth with capacity to take a 12" arm in addition to the 9" arm on the decks standard armboard.
I am worried that a solid plinth will cause the motor to overheat and potentially shorten its life but I do want to get the most out of my new deck. However if what I read holds true a massive, solid design might not yield sonic benefits and it might be safer to buy a hollow type of plinth. I have seen plinths from DAS, NWA, RFC, Plinthology etc and they are very nice but does anyone know of any other company I might consider who can make a large plinth. Further to that has anyone used a shot filled plinth with the Thorens and what are your thoughts?
Choices, choices! One thing is for sure I wont be able to invest in the very expensive plinths out there as lovely as some of them might be. any advice you give will be appreciated.
Thorens TD 124 mkII, SME 3009 mkII unimproved, Transfiguration Spirit mk1. Arcam Delta 70.3.
Radford Revival STA 25 and Rothwell Indus
Tannoy Cheviot and RFC crossovers.
RFC Mercury interconnects and Rhodium Twist speaker cable.