Thorens TD 201 Turntable – Belt-Drive Turntable - Open Box
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$498.00 CADRegular price $798.00 CAD
$498.00 CADRegular price $798.00 CAD
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The Thorens TD 201 is a simple, high-quality belt-drive turntable made for people who love vinyl but don’t want a complicated setup. It comes ready to play with a built-in, switchable phono preamp, so you can plug it into almost any stereo or powered speaker system. With its reliable DC motor and straight‑tube tonearm, the TD 201 delivers smooth, clean playback right out of the box.
Key Features
- Belt‑drive system with a 12″ die‑cast aluminum platter and damping ring for stable rotation and low vibration
- 33 1/3 rpm and 45 rpm speeds, with electronic speed switching and ±2% variation
- Integrated, switchable MM phono preamp lets you connect to line-level inputs or bypass it for a dedicated phono input
- Thorens TP 71 straight, static‑balance tonearm with detachable headshell and anti-skating adjustment
- Factory‑mounted Audio‑Technica AT3600 moving‑magnet cartridge, ready to play from day one
- Gold-plated RCA outputs for clean, reliable connections
- Low power draw — only ~1.5 W during use, less than 0.5 W in standby
Why Buy
If you want a no-fuss turntable that sounds great and works with any modern audio setup, the TD 201 is a strong choice. Its blend of reliable build and easy connectivity makes it ideal for newcomers and seasoned vinyl fans alike.
- Plug‑and‑play simplicity: Pre‑mounted cartridge and switchable preamp mean fast setup and wide compatibility.
- Trusted design: Belt drive, straight tonearm, and quality materials deliver reliable, clean playback.
- Future flexibility: Use the built-in preamp now, or bypass it later if you want to upgrade your phono stage.
Product Specifications
| Thorens TD 201 Turntable Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Product Overview | |
| Function | Manual turntable with belt drive |
| Speed(s) | 33 1/3 and 45 RPM |
| Included Cartridge | Audio‑Technica AT3600 (MM) |
| Phono Preamp | Integrated, switchable MM |
| Turntable Section | |
| Drive System | Belt drive |
| Motor | DC motor |
| Speed Variation | ± 2% |
| Wow & Flutter | 0.2% |
| Signal‑to‑Noise Ratio | ≥ 67 dB (A‑weighted, 20 kHz LPF) / ≥ 60 dB (unweighted) |
| Platter | 12″ (300 mm) aluminum die-cast with damping ring |
| Tonearm Section | |
| Tonearm | Thorens TP 71, straight static-balance, detachable headshell |
| Effective Length | 8.8″ (223.6 mm) |
| Stylus Pressure Range | 0 – 4 g |
| Supported Cartridge Weight | 3.5 – 6.0 g |
| Overhang | 18.6 mm |
| Anti‑skating | Yes |
| Cartridge Section | |
| Type | Moving Magnet (Audio‑Technica AT3600) |
| Stylus Construction | Bonded diamond |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz – 20 kHz |
| Channel Separation | >18 dB |
| Channel Balance | 2.5 dB |
| Vertical Tracking Angle | 20° |
| Load Impedance | 47 kΩ |
| Output Voltage | 2.5 mV (1 kHz, 3.54 cm/s) |
| Tracking Force | 3.5 g ± 0.5 g |
| Cartridge Weight | 5 g ± 0.5 g |
| Headshell Weight | 10 g (including screws, nuts, wires) |
| Output & Power | |
| Analog Output | Gold-plated RCA jacks |
| Power Supply | External 12 V DC adapter |
| Power Consumption | 1.5 W (≤0.5 W in standby) |
| Physical Specifications | |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 420 × 355 × 121 mm |
| Weight | 3.9 kg |
| Finish Options | Black high gloss, White high gloss |
| Included Accessories | |
| Included in Box | 12″ rubber platter mat, RCA cable, dust cover (acrylic), external power adapter, user manual |