{"product_id":"thorens-td-1601-tp160-eiche-matt","title":"Thorens TD 1601 (TP 160) Turntable, Oak","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Thorens TD 1601 (TP 160) is a semi-automatic high-end subchassis turntable with the knife-edge TP 160 tonearm, electric lift and contactless end-of-record shut-off — with balanced XLR outputs, without cartridge, in matte oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt takes the subchassis legend and equips it with the first knife-edge arm in Thorens history: classic wooden plinth, two-piece aluminum platter, internal precision belt — plus convenience the TD 1600 doesn't offer. The matte oak veneer gives the whole a light, natural presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the TD 1601 with TP 160?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the TP 160 is the heart of it. The J-shaped 9-inch arm, developed by Helmut Thiele, runs in an ultra-precise knife-edge bearing whose horizontal bearing is additionally magnetically stabilized — any tendency to wander is eliminated, and the groove is tracked more cleanly. Underneath works the proven subchassis: three floor-standing conical springs, a steel thread against lateral wobble, a 4.2 kg aluminum platter. The external linear power supply TPN 1600 with large toroidal transformer feeds the synchronous motor with 2×16 V — speed stability without compromise. Add convenience the TD 1600 doesn't know: a patented electric lift at the push of a button and a contactless end-of-record shut-off. SME connection, cartridge of your choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalm and precision. The subchassis isolates the tracking so completely from its surroundings that even knocking on the furniture does no harm — in front of it stands the music, guided exactly by the knife-edge bearing. Bass stands full and defined, voices tangible, the stage deep. Via the XLR outputs and an MC cartridge you run true balanced and extract the last fine detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the TD 1601 (TP 160) for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone who prefers the more precise knife-edge arm TP 160 to the standard TP 92, chooses their own cartridge and doesn't want to miss the everyday convenience of lift and end-of-record shut-off. Ideal with a balanced phono stage, for jazz, classical and everything that benefits from a deep-black background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHonestly:\u003c\/strong\u003e semi-automatic means: lift and end-of-record shut-off yes, automatic cueing no — you bring the arm over the groove yourself. Don't touch the arm board while cueing, or the subchassis will swing. And a cartridge plus a suitable phono stage come on top price-wise. Frankly: if you don't need the TP 160, you save noticeably with the TP 92 version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the TP 160, the TD 1601 gets the arm that matches the ambition of the drive — knife-edge precision on subchassis calm, complete with convenience automation. The matte oak makes it a quiet eye-catcher in a bright living space. At HD Zürisee in Wädenswil, we mount and align the cartridge, set up the suspension and check whether your chain plays along symmetrically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFunction: semi-automatic high-end subchassis turntable (electric lift + end-of-record shut-off)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive: belt drive, internal ground flat belt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMotor: fully electronically controlled AC synchronous motor, decoupled from the subchassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeeds: 33 1\/3 and 45 rpm, electronically switchable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubchassis: three conical springs (floor-standing), steel-thread stabilization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlatter: 12 inch, aluminum, 4.2 kg, two-piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTonearm: Thorens TP 160, J-shape, 9 inch, knife-edge bearing, SME connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEffective tonearm mass: 14 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnti-skating: spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConvenience: electric tonearm lift, contactless end-of-record shut-off\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCartridge: not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutputs: RCA and balanced (XLR), true balanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower supply: external linear power supply TPN 1600, 2×16 V, toroidal transformer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: matte oak (real-wood plinth)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 454 × 180 × 369 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 11 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded: turntable, linear power supply TPN 1600 with power cord, dust cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat distinguishes the TP 160 from the TP 92?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TP 160 is the first Thorens arm with a knife-edge bearing — a magnetically stabilized 9-inch J-arm developed by Helmut Thiele that guides the groove particularly precisely. The proven TP 92 uses magnetic anti-skating. Both are excellent; the TP 160 is the more uncompromising, more expensive solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs a cartridge included with the TD 1601 (TP 160)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, the turntable comes without a cartridge. Thanks to the SME connection on the TP 160, you can freely combine it with MM or MC cartridges. We recommend a suitable combination, mount it and adjust tracking force and anti-skating — on request directly with us in Wädenswil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the difference between the TD 1601 and TD 1600?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth are identical in build — same subchassis, same drive, same arm. The TD 1601 adds an electric tonearm lift at the push of a button and a contactless end-of-record shut-off. The TD 1600 is the purely manual, purist version without these convenience functions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat do the TPN 1600 and the XLR outputs bring?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe external linear power supply TPN 1600 feeds the synchronous motor via a toroidal transformer with clean 2×16 V — this supports speed stability. The XLR outputs allow true balanced operation with an MC cartridge, particularly low in interference. RCA is available as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Thorens TD 1601 (TP 160) at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause a knife-edge arm and sprung subchassis only shine after proper setup. That's exactly what we do: mount the cartridge, adjust suspension and anti-skating, check the chain. Our technician delivers, sets up on site on request and remains your contact — from Wädenswil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll find the right cartridge in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/tonabnehmer\"\u003ecartridge selection\u003c\/a\u003e, and for true balanced operation a balanced \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/phono-vorverstarker\"\u003ephono stage\u003c\/a\u003e. 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