Thorens TEP 302 Impressions.

[p147]

I am looking for a phono stage to add to my current system and have across online the Thorens TEP 302 which seems to fit the bill, does anyone own one or have experience of one? Or perhaps some other unit someone can recommend, budget about 1k.
Cartridge is an AT ART-9 M/C.
Any feedback or info most welcome.

[PeteT]

Hi,
I recently swapped out my Graham Slee fanfare, gram amp3 for a Musical fidelity MX Vinyl...

The step up in sound stage and detail was more than I hoped for, it may depend a bit on the rest of your kit, but I wouldn't think it should be a big problem...

If you're buying new, whatever it is, ask to audition it at home so you can hear it in your setup.

Good luck....

[Barry]

What does the 'Ambience' control on the rear of the Thorens unit do?

[Audio Al]

What does the 'Ambience' control on the rear of the Thorens unit do?

Adjusts the ambience

[p147]

Hi,
I recently swapped out my Graham Slee fanfare, gram amp3 for a Musical fidelity MX Vinyl...

The step up in sound stage and detail was more than I hoped for, it may depend a bit on the rest of your kit, but I wouldn't think it should be a big problem...

If you're buying new, whatever it is, ask to audition it at home so you can hear it in your setup.

Good luck....

Thanks, Pete, I just need to find one now or something similar.

What does the 'Ambience' control on the rear of the Thorens unit do?

I may be wrong but I believe it lights up the name 'Thorens' on the front fascia and is dimmable or can be turned off.

Adjusts the ambience

[Jac Hawk]

I too use an AT Art9 and i've found the Firebottle OTP Mk3 works extremely well with it, it's not too expensive either and well within your budget

[Barry]

I may be wrong but I believe it lights up the name 'Thorens' on the front fascia and is dimmable or can be turned off.

Fair enough - I have a similar facility for the display on my CDP.