Thorens

About Thorens

Thorens is a Swiss manufacturer of high-fidelity audio equipment, particularly renowned for turntables. Founded in 1883 in Sainte-Croix, Switzerland by Hermann Thorens, the company initially produced musical boxes before transitioning to phonographs and gramophones. Thorens became legendary in the audiophile community with the introduction of the TD 124 in 1957, followed by iconic models like the TD 150, TD 125, and TD 160 series. These turntables are celebrated for their precision engineering, floating suspension designs, and exceptional sound quality. Thorens turntables have been used in recording studios worldwide and remain highly sought-after by vinyl enthusiasts and collectors.