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REVIEW OF THE HIGHLY RATED THORENS TD 190-2 written by August 24, 2018 The Thorens TD1902 Black fully Automatic Three speed Turtable
We all know that, when it comes to turntables, there are only a few brands that are still developing turntables for the true audiophiles. One of the brands is the Thorens. The Thoren is one of the world’s most popular brand when it comes to quality turntables. A Swiss company, one of the most famous Thorens Turntable is the Thoren TD190-2. Why is the Thorens TD 190-2 so popular and why is it so good? Let us look into the Thorens TD 190-2 review and decide which it is amongst the best turntable that you can find nowadays.
Thorens TD 190 – 2 Review: Why Is It So Popular
is actually an upgraded version of the Thorens TD 190-1. The main difference is that the latest iteration is considered a more solid version than its predecessor. It is able to produce a sound that is of impeccable quality, yet not costing a bomb too. This is perhaps the most compelling reasons why people simply love the Thorens TD 190-2. If you ever find a Thorens TD 190-2 on sale, you should probably just grab it with both hands.
Functionality
In terms of functionality, the Thorens TD 190-2 have a heavier platter and plinth. Of course, by now you should know that a heavier platter and plinth will ensure that the sound is more stable as well as clear. The heavier platter and plinth will allow you to play songs of different genres on this Thorens turntable without fearing that the sound will be distorted. This means you can play your old jazz music or other sound-heavy songs on this vintage turntable.
The heavy platter alone cannot guarantee a smooth playing experience. It has to be coupled with the flat belt drive as well as the DC motor. All of these help to ensure that the transition between songs can be as smooth as possible. Of course, with the tonearm being designed to cater to a smooth transition. With this, you could change the stock cartridge too without fearing of incompatibility.
With the Thorens TD 190-2 being totally automatic, you can be sure that your listening experience will never be interrupted.
Aesthetics
One of the top reasons why people would purchase turntables is due to its vintage design and hence its suitability to be position in the house for a vintage feel. And that is how the Thoren TD 190-2 can fit into your house. It does have a vintage look, yet at the same time technologically advanced to ensure that the listening experience for everyone else is smooth and impressive.
What is hidden beneath the Thorens turntable is its similarity to the Thorens TD 170-1. The internal systems do not differ that much. Perhaps the main difference will be the weight as well as the designs that the Thorens TD170-2 has.
Sound Quality
As mentioned
, one of the reasons why people love the turntable can be attributed to the quality of the sound that it produces. Being able to project sounds of varying frequencies, the sound can really reverb through the air, bringing you an experience that is not commonly felt while you listen to the regular songs that you hear on YouTube.
As it is a fully automatic turntable, you need not move around just to change the records. Isn’tthis awesome? Also, the heavy platter does help in ensuring that the sound quality is smooth. The sound will resonate very well in small to mid-sized rooms.
What Can Be Improved
Perhaps the overall aesthetics can be improved. There is the optional dust cover that you should purchase, and the stock cartridge does not do justice to the Thorens TD 190-2 turntable. We recommend you to get other cartridges that give you the flexibility that you will need.
Conclusion
In terms of vintage turntables that have a modern touch to it, perhaps the Thorens TD 190-2 will be the choice for you. When reviewing the Thorens TD 190-2, we notice that the sound quality is impeccable, and the lack of the need to move and change the records is a definite plus point for me. I can simply laze in my couch while I listen to the classics that never fails to resonate deeply with me.
A definite purchase for all audiophiles wannabes too!
Design
Thorens is generally one of the few companies left who appreciate vintage design. By that, we don’t mean tacky 1920s look. Rather, Thorens follows the aesthetic of the late ’80s, which is what a lot of conservative turntable users are looking for.
The chassis of the TD 190-2 doesn’t differ much from its smaller cousin, the TD 170-1. It is simple, robust and overall very clean. Since it has some weight to it, TD-190-2 will sit comfortably on just about any surface. In terms of colors, there aren’t really many choices to ponder on. They offer either black or silver structured enamel finish, which fits the whole vintage look very well.
This is the type of turntable that will fit in your interior design no matter how modern or classic it is. With that said, it’s not all looks. Build quality is impressive, which can be seen the moment you come a bit closer.
Features
One of the things TD series of turntables is known for is their fully automatic nature. In this sense, TD 190-2 is the most robust model Thorens offers. Both the plinth and the platter are much heavier compared to the TD 170-1, meaning that you can listen to various genres of music and not worry about sound issues.
They have kept the electronically controlled DC motor paired with a flat belt drive, thus ensuring smooth operation. The tonearm is a bit more complex as well, being a modular design instead of the standard mono-block. This way you can fit any cartridge you like if the factory one doesn’t suit your taste.
Speaking of cartridges, the one that arrives with the unit is Ortofon OM10. Needless to say, there is a lot to gain by finding a suitable aftermarket alternative. Even though it is fully automatic, TD 190-2 allows for a bit more adjustment in terms of tonearm balance.
Performance
When you pop your favorite record on, the first thing you will notice is how good this thing sounds. As soon as the stylus hits the vinyl, you will instantly forget that it’s a mid-range auto turntable. That heavy platter does wonders in terms of smoothness and consistency.
With that said, Ortofon’s OM10 really is the bottleneck of the whole system. It just doesn’t have the range nor the ability to keep up with more intricate records. We would say this gripe is minor, but then again getting a more versatile cartridge increases the price of the whole unit. If you are going to listen to mostly newer prints, you should be fine.
Put on anything that is a couple of decades old and that is when the trouble starts. Even with those shortcomings, Thorens TD 190-2 is still one of the better models in this price range, especially for those who are looking for fully automatic turntables.
We all know that, when it comes to turntables, there are only a few brands that are still developing turntables for the true audiophiles. One of the brands is the Thorens. The Thoren is one of the world’s most popular brand when it comes to quality turntables. A Swiss company, one of the most famous Thorens Turntable is the Thoren TD190-2. Why is the Thorens TD 190-2 so popular and why is it so good? Let us look into the Thorens TD 190-2 review and decide which it is amongst the best turntable that you can find nowadays.
Thorens TD 190 – 2 Review: Why Is It So Popular
is actually an upgraded version of the Thorens TD 190-1. The main difference is that the latest iteration is considered a more solid version than its predecessor. It is able to produce a sound that is of impeccable quality, yet not costing a bomb too. This is perhaps the most compelling reasons why people simply love the Thorens TD 190-2. If you ever find a Thorens TD 190-2 on sale, you should probably just grab it with both hands.
Functionality
In terms of functionality, the Thorens TD 190-2 have a heavier platter and plinth. Of course, by now you should know that a heavier platter and plinth will ensure that the sound is more stable as well as clear. The heavier platter and plinth will allow you to play songs of different genres on this Thorens turntable without fearing that the sound will be distorted. This means you can play your old jazz music or other sound-heavy songs on this vintage turntable.
The heavy platter alone cannot guarantee a smooth playing experience. It has to be coupled with the flat belt drive as well as the DC motor. All of these help to ensure that the transition between songs can be as smooth as possible. Of course, with the tonearm being designed to cater to a smooth transition. With this, you could change the stock cartridge too without fearing of incompatibility.
With the Thorens TD 190-2 being totally automatic, you can be sure that your listening experience will never be interrupted.
Aesthetics
One of the top reasons why people would purchase turntables is due to its vintage design and hence its suitability to be position in the house for a vintage feel. And that is how the Thoren TD 190-2 can fit into your house. It does have a vintage look, yet at the same time technologically advanced to ensure that the listening experience for everyone else is smooth and impressive.
What is hidden beneath the Thorens turntable is its similarity to the Thorens TD 170-1. The internal systems do not differ that much. Perhaps the main difference will be the weight as well as the designs that the Thorens TD170-2 has.
Sound Quality
As mentioned
, one of the reasons why people love the turntable can be attributed to the quality of the sound that it produces. Being able to project sounds of varying frequencies, the sound can really reverb through the air, bringing you an experience that is not commonly felt while you listen to the regular songs that you hear on YouTube.
As it is a fully automatic turntable, you need not move around just to change the records. Isn’tthis awesome? Also, the heavy platter does help in ensuring that the sound quality is smooth. The sound will resonate very well in small to mid-sized rooms.
What Can Be Improved
Perhaps the overall aesthetics can be improved. There is the optional dust cover that you should purchase, and the stock cartridge does not do justice to the Thorens TD 190-2 turntable. We recommend you to get other cartridges that give you the flexibility that you will need.
Conclusion
In terms of vintage turntables that have a modern touch to it, perhaps the Thorens TD 190-2 will be the choice for you. When reviewing the Thorens TD 190-2, we notice that the sound quality is impeccable, and the lack of the need to move and change the records is a definite plus point for me. I can simply laze in my couch while I listen to the classics that never fails to resonate deeply with me.
A definite purchase for all audiophiles wannabes too!
Design
Thorens is generally one of the few companies left who appreciate vintage design. By that, we don’t mean tacky 1920s look. Rather, Thorens follows the aesthetic of the late ’80s, which is what a lot of conservative turntable users are looking for.
The chassis of the TD 190-2 doesn’t differ much from its smaller cousin, the TD 170-1. It is simple, robust and overall very clean. Since it has some weight to it, TD-190-2 will sit comfortably on just about any surface. In terms of colors, there aren’t really many choices to ponder on. They offer either black or silver structured enamel finish, which fits the whole vintage look very well.
This is the type of turntable that will fit in your interior design no matter how modern or classic it is. With that said, it’s not all looks. Build quality is impressive, which can be seen the moment you come a bit closer.
Features
One of the things TD series of turntables is known for is their fully automatic nature. In this sense, TD 190-2 is the most robust model Thorens offers. Both the plinth and the platter are much heavier compared to the TD 170-1, meaning that you can listen to various genres of music and not worry about sound issues.
They have kept the electronically controlled DC motor paired with a flat belt drive, thus ensuring smooth operation. The tonearm is a bit more complex as well, being a modular design instead of the standard mono-block. This way you can fit any cartridge you like if the factory one doesn’t suit your taste.
Speaking of cartridges, the one that arrives with the unit is Ortofon OM10. Needless to say, there is a lot to gain by finding a suitable aftermarket alternative. Even though it is fully automatic, TD 190-2 allows for a bit more adjustment in terms of tonearm balance.
Performance
When you pop your favorite record on, the first thing you will notice is how good this thing sounds. As soon as the stylus hits the vinyl, you will instantly forget that it’s a mid-range auto turntable. That heavy platter does wonders in terms of smoothness and consistency.
With that said, Ortofon’s OM10 really is the bottleneck of the whole system. It just doesn’t have the range nor the ability to keep up with more intricate records. We would say this gripe is minor, but then again getting a more versatile cartridge increases the price of the whole unit. If you are going to listen to mostly newer prints, you should be fine.
Put on anything that is a couple of decades old and that is when the trouble starts. Even with those shortcomings, Thorens TD 190-2 is still one of the better models in this price range, especially for those who are looking for fully automatic turntables.
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