Quasar vs Thorens TD 1600
The TD 1600's platter weight is 4.2 kg (9 lbs) against the Quasar's 0.68 kg (1 lbs) and its effective length 232.8 mm against 228.6 mm. Both share wow & flutter (0.050%) and drive type (Belt).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$2,200 - $2,995
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About the Quasar
The SOTA Quasar is a fully manual, belt-driven turntable positioned at the top of SOTA’s Urban Series entry-level line. It uses an outboard Condor speed-control power supply, a 3-phase synchronous motor, and is designed to accept a wide range of tonearms, including SOTA and third-party arms such as SME, Origin Live, and Audiomod. The base table is sold without a tonearm or cartridge, with optional packages and upgrades available. Review sources describe it as having an acrylic platter, substantial MDF plinth wrapped in American walnut, and a focus on low distortion and neutrality.
Specifications
Turntable
Turntable mechanics and performance
- Speeds
- 33⅓, 45, 78 RPM
- Drive Type
- belt
- Platter Material
- acrylic
- Platter Weight
- 0.68 kg
- Wow & Flutter
- 0.050%
- Built-in Phono Stage
- No
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 464.9 × 108.6 × 107.95 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 10.89 kg (24 lbs)
- Available Colors
- American walnut
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions