{"product_id":"thorens-td-124-dd-spu-124-schwarz","title":"Thorens TD 124 DD + SPU-124, Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Thorens TD 124 DD + SPU-124 is a ready-to-play high-end set combining the newly reissued studio legend TD 124 DD with the mounted moving-coil cartridge Thorens SPU-124 — with High-Precision direct drive, TP-124 tonearm and balanced XLR outputs, in matte black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChassis, tonearm and cartridge come as a matched package: you know the TD 124 DD as the icon from 1957, reimagined with direct drive. The Thorens SPU-124 — developed together with Ortofon and matched to the TD 124 DD — is mounted and roughly aligned, so all that's left for you to do is drop the needle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the TD 124 DD set with SPU-124?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the chassis and cartridge are a perfect match here. The TD 124 DD brings the foundation: a height-adjustable aluminum chassis on vibration-damping rubber elements, a powerful High-Precision direct drive, a fully adjustable TP-124 tonearm with ruby-bearing anti-skating and an electric lift. The SPU-124 contributes that legendary SPU feel — a high-end MC cartridge with a character all its own, rich and colorful. Via the XLR outputs, you get the maximum out of it. A set where all the matching has already been done for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalm, substance, character. The direct drive keeps the speed steady, the heavy chassis keeps interference out. The SPU-124 plays with a robust, rich color, with tangible voices and a full, defined bass. Via the balanced XLR outputs into an MC phono stage, the soundstage sits big and clean in the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the TD 124 DD set for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone who wants the icon ready to play — with the matching SPU cartridge already mounted. Ideal for jazz, classical, and anything that benefits from a robust, characterful MC sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlainly put:\u003c\/strong\u003e the SPU-124 is an MC cartridge and needs an MC-capable phono stage — if you only have an MM input, you'll need a step-up transformer or an MC preamp added. For the best result, run it balanced via XLR. And: the lift is electric, but you still have to cue it up yourself — it remains a manual turntable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TD 124 DD with SPU-124 is the direct route to the icon — chassis and matching MC cartridge from a single source, matched and mounted. At HD Zürisee in Wädenswil, we do the final adjustment of tracking force and anti-skating and check whether your phono stage suits the SPU-124.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet: Thorens TD 124 DD + Thorens SPU-124 (MC), mounted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: high-end turntable with direct drive (manual)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive: High-Precision direct drive, powerful torque\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeeds: 33 1\/3 and 45 rpm, speed control with strobe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChassis: aluminum, height-adjustable, vibration-damped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTonearm: Thorens TP 124 (9 inch), fully adjustable, ruby-bearing anti-skating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCartridge: Thorens SPU-124, Moving Coil (MC), mounted — developed with Ortofon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadshell: detachable (SME mount)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLift: patented electric tonearm lift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutputs: RCA and balanced (XLR), each with grounding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower supply: high-quality external power supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Matte Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 425 × 185 × 350 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 17 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty: 2 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded: chassis with mounted SPU-124, detachable headshell, external power supply, dust cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included in the TD 124 DD set with SPU-124?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Thorens TD 124 DD chassis with TP-124 arm in black, plus the mounted moving-coil cartridge Thorens SPU-124, the detachable headshell, the external power supply and the dust cover. We do the final adjustment of the cartridge before handover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of cartridge is the SPU-124?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA high-end MC cartridge that Thorens developed together with Ortofon — a version of the legendary Ortofon SPU specifically matched to the TD 124 DD. It plays with a robust, colorful and dynamic sound, and feels particularly at home run balanced via the XLR outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a special phono stage for the set?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, an MC-capable phono stage. The SPU-124 is a moving-coil cartridge and needs more gain and a suitable loading impedance than an MM cartridge. If you only have an MM input, a step-up transformer or an MC preamp will fill the gap — we're happy to advise you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the difference from the 1957 original?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design and basic construction follow the original. New are the High-Precision direct drive instead of an idler wheel and belt, the fully adjustable TP-124 tonearm, the electric lift and the balanced XLR outputs for high-end systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Thorens TD 124 DD set at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause an MC set only truly shines after proper adjustment — tracking force, anti-skating, alignment, phono stage loading. That's exactly what we do. Our technician delivers, sets it up on-site on request, and stays your point of contact, right here from Wädenswil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor MC operation, you'll need a suitable \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/phono-vorverstarker\"\u003ephono preamp\u003c\/a\u003e; more \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/tonabnehmer\"\u003ecartridges\u003c\/a\u003e and more from the manufacturer can be found in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/thorens\"\u003eThorens\u003c\/a\u003e range. Also browse \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plattenspieler\"\u003eall turntables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Thorens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989573366096,"sku":null,"price":9990.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/thorens-td-124-dd-spu-124-plattenspieler-schwarz-schraegansicht.jpg?v=1786784689","url":"https:\/\/hdzuerisee.ch\/en\/products\/thorens-td-124-dd-spu-124-schwarz","provider":"HD Zürisee AG","version":"1.0","type":"link"}