TD-160c vs TD-316 MkII
The TD-316 MkII's wow & flutter is 0.040% against the TD-160c's 0.060%, its platter weight 2.7 kg (6 lbs) against 3.18 kg (7 lbs), and its effective length 232 mm against 230 mm. Both share drive type (Belt).
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About the TD-160c
The Thorens TD-160c is a classic 2-speed (33⅓ and 45 rpm) belt-drive turntable produced between 1972 and 1988, renowned for its precision and build quality. It features an electronically controlled 16-pole synchronous AC motor with a clutch pulley for smooth start-up. The platter is a 12-inch, 7-pound non-magnetic zinc alloy die-cast design riding on a 10mm plain bronze bearing with a cone arrangement, ensuring low friction and noise. The turntable uses a floating sub-chassis suspended by three springs to isolate vibrations. The tonearm is the Thorens TP-16, a 9.06-inch arm with a detachable magnesium TP-60 headshell, lateral tracking error under 0.2%, and very low bearing friction. The TD-160c is praised for its neutrality, low frequency depth, and ambience, comparable to higher-end models like the Linn LP12. It typically comes with a walnut base and dust cover. The unit requires manual operation and is appreciated for its durable, high-quality components and excellent sound reproduction.
Specifications
Turntable
Turntable mechanics and performance
- Speeds
- 33⅓, 45 RPM
- Drive Type
- belt
- Platter Material
- zinc_alloy
- Platter Weight
- 3.18 kg
- Wow & Flutter
- 0.060%
- Built-in Phono Stage
- No
Tonearm
Tonearm specifications
- Effective Length
- 230 mm
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 342.9 × 196.85 × 431.8 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 8.16 kg (18 lbs)
- Available Colors
- walnut
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