Thorens TD 402 DD Semi-Automatic Turntable with Audio Technica AT33EV

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Super convenient and easy to use modern Thorens TD 402 DD fitted with a superb cartridge, the Audio-Technica AT33EV Moving-Coil (MC)

Complete and looking like new.

Fully calibrated, tested, and ready to use in under 10 min.

Your purchase includes all packing materials, accessories, manuals, double box, etc.

A $1700 Value.

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More from Thorens:
The Thorens TD 402 DD comes as out of the box solution for easy use.

It has a very silent and innovative direct drive motor in combination with an integrated phono preamp. Plus auto-start and auto-stop functions.

Far from simple entry level, the Thorens TD 402 DD uses state of the art technology together with ease of use for perfect sound.

The new Thorens TP 72 tonearm uses a carbon tube, and the pre-installed phono cartridge is mounted in a detachable headshell.

The integrated phono preamp can be switched off if necessary.

An acrylic dust cover and a power supply are included.

SPECIAL FEATURES
• Stable and super silent direct drive
• Auto Start and Auto Stop
• Switchable integrated phono preamp
• Carbon tonearm
• Detachable headshell

More from Audio Technica:
AT33EV

The half-inch standard mount .3 x .7 mil elliptical AT33EV cartridge features a tapered duralumin cantilever.

Dual Moving Coil cartridge design increases channel separation and extends the frequency response range delivering extraordinary audio quality.

Internally constructed with neodymium magnet for enhanced magnetic energy and PCOCC wire for pure audio transmission.

Cartridge & Stylus
Frequency Response:
15 - 50,000 Hz

Channel Separation:
30 dB (1 kHz)

Vertical Tracking Angle:
23°

Vertical Tracking Force:
1.8 - 2.2 grams
(2.0 grams standard)

Stylus Construction:
Nude Square Shank

The SkyFi Testing Process for Turntables:

Fist we try to identify any mechanical issues, particularly in the tonearm bearings.  We check for freedom of movement or any resistance on both the horizontal and vertical range.  There is a quick test for this which involves placing the table on its front edge and allowing the arm to swing freely like a pendulum.  We then make any adjustments necessary to achieve minimal resistance and sometimes adjust the bearing pressure.  On gimbal tonearms we inspect the cone tip with a magnifier.  

We then asses the platter speed by using one of several methods, the most accuse is a playing a test tone on a test record and measuring the frequency out put with a frequency counter or oscilloscope.  We also utilize test equipment to measure the wow and flutter to ensure its within spec.  We do this for all speeds available for that particular model.  Adjustments are then made to achieve proper speed which will vary depending on table drive design.  Some require an adjustment of an internal or external potentiometer, some will require a pulley or motor adjustment.  We also inspect the platter bearing to ensure its properly lubricated keeping in mind that some don't require lubrication at all.

We then inspect the power supply and address any issues with overworked capacitors particularly on Linn and later Thorens machines which tend to need attention.  

On fully mechanical vintage tables like the Thorens TD124 and Garrard 301/401 we will go thought the entire mechanism, replace any worn parts and lubricate all components necessary to ensure smooth operation, speed change and low mechanical noise. 

When fitting a new cartridge we will go through our detailed calibration process which can involve as many as 12 steps depending on the arm design.  We perform this work on our custom turntable calibration rig which was developed in-house.  

Some of these steps include:

Pivot to spindle adjustment

Tracing force

Anti-skate

Tonearm height

Lifter height

VTA

Azimuth

Stylus Distance and Overhang

We then do a critical listening test using our test records and our test system to ensure proper sonics.