The Thorens TD148A: Three Speeds; $2k.

Thoughts? Owners? Spill!

 

Similar price point to the TD-309. Same TP92 uni pivot tonearm. The 148 is full automatic obviously.

 

TP92 isn't a uni-pivot. The current TD 148A uses a later tonearm, the TP95. Other than that, I agree, it may be the only (relatively) high end automatic deck sold now

 

THORENS® TD 148 A
Thorens says it's a TP92?

 

They say it is derived from the TP92, the whole bearing structure and base is different. Not a big deal, just pointing out that it is a new design.

 

I wonder how 78 works with automatic function, as it only supports 12 and 7 inch records, with no option for 10 (which is pretty much all 78s)

 

You have to use manual cueing for 10" records, kind of a missed opportunity. Talks about that in the Hi-Fi News review too.

 

Member @Raphael Mabo very much likes his 309!

 

Yea, they were a pretty nice table, innovative in many ways, never really caught on though. Even new, they were often seen pretty heavily discounted.

 

YEAH seems an awesome table, but not a fan of the retro look.
The glass platter is a nice touch, I think the resin platter designs
should be glass too.

The auto functions are nice but not a deal sealer, really.

I LOVE the look of this much more, similar specs: