Description
⬛︎ Condition: Used
Please confirm the condition by reviewing the images carefully.
⬛︎ Thorens TD520S With SME 3012-R Brass Record Player Includes New Belt/Original Headshell
The floating cabinet with RW finish features a very impressive brass turntable. The TD520SUPERESOS (Electro Shut-off System) is equipped, allowing the lifter to automatically lift up and the turntable to stop rotating after playback. It comes with the SME 3012-R long arm as a standard feature, maximizing the charm of analog. This is an exceptional player for those who want to enjoy the unique sound of analog, offering the most reliable performance.
☆Condition
Each part has been polished/cleaned.
The dust cover has been polished with a dedicated polish according to the level of scratches, and finished with a gloss to enhance transparency. The arm, platter, and metal parts have been polished to remove dirt and rust as thoroughly as possible.
＜Dust Cover/Button Section/Platter/Rubber Mat＞
The cover has no noticeable scratches, remains clear, and is in good condition.
The button section is glossy, with no missing knobs.
The rubber mat shows no signs of deterioration or warping and remains soft.
The platter has scuff marks on the top and sides.
Please refer to the images for details.
Other minor tarnishes remain, but it retains its gloss and shows no warping or dents.
＜Cabinet＞
There is some damage on the upper right edge.
Other than that, there are no significant damages, and it has a glossy appearance.
The hinges remain strong on all three points, holding the open position.
＜Tone Arm＞
There are no major scratches on the arm, and it retains a good gloss.
There are no dents in the pipe or sagging of the weight shaft.
Please note that this is a used item with years of use.
☆Operation
To verify functionality, it has been aged for half a day to a full day.
＜Turntable＞ Operating Well
It starts and spins correctly when the 33/45/78 RPM buttons are pressed.
Rotation stability has been confirmed using the stroboscope.
Due to the weight of the brass platter, it takes some time to reach constant speed.
Speed adjustment within the range works properly.
The start/stop button responses are also problem-free.
The strobe light is functioning without any bulb issues.
※ This product is compatible with both 50/60Hz.
＜Tone Arm＞ Operating Well
Outputs good sound from both channels.
The lifter moves smoothly up and down using the up/down lever.
ESOS functions properly, automatically lifting the arm and stopping rotation after playback.
The anti-skate mechanism operates smoothly.
The arm height is adjustable.
All the above functions operate without issues, making this a fully functional product.
This is a combination player system.
Please adjust the various settings according to your preferences.
☆Product Details
Manufacturer: Thorens
Model Number: TD520S
☆Accessories
Dust cover
Headshell (SME)
Lead wires ×4
Main weight/Tracking force adjustment weight
Sub weight
Anti-skate weight
Cable (Thorens, pre-installed)
New rubber belt (Thorens; during the photo shoot, our in-house belt was used.)
Rubber mat (Thorens)
AC adapter (Thorens)
TD500 series instruction manual (copy)
SME 3012-R instruction manual (copy)
Mounting template/Alignment protractor (copy)
※ The record disc/cartridge used for photography is not included.
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