THORENS TD-165 SPECIAL Rare Vintage Turntable Serviced Warranty Tested Serviced

Condition: Used. Working condition is based on the source description; cosmetic condition, included accessories, and signs of use are shown in the photos.

Technical Info:
Model: THORENS TD-165 SPECIAL
Device type: Turntable
Drive type: Belt drive
Motor: 16-pole synchronous motor
Control: Fully manual
Cartridge: STANTON "GOLD"
Included accessory: STANTON "GOLD" cartridge

This unit is confirmed by the source as fully working. A working video can be provided before shipping.
We provide careful international packaging, insured shipping and 30-day functional warranty.

🎙️ Time That Still Sounds Alive
THORENS TD-165 SPECIAL carries the classic ritual of vintage vinyl playback: a real manual turntable, suspended subchassis design, solid cast platter, and direct hands-on control. The wooden plinth and metal chassis give it the kind of physical presence many buyers look for in classic home audio.

👤 If you are reading this, you probably understand
This is for someone who wants a true vintage turntable experience rather than a modern disposable substitute. Manual operation, mechanical feel, and analog character are part of what makes a model like this so appealing.

🎧 What you get beyond the sound
The source confirms a belt-drive layout, a heavy cast platter of about 3 kg, and a straight metal tonearm with classic anti-skating. It is fitted with a STANTON "GOLD" cartridge, and the stylus is described as being in excellent condition.

The suspended 3-point subchassis construction is one of the practical attractions here, helping isolate the platter and tonearm assembly from the rest of the structure. For a vinyl listener, that means a classic design approach focused on stable playback and mechanical refinement.

This is more than a used vintage device. It has been presented with clear source details and a confirmed working statement so the buyer can understand what is being purchased.

🧠 Collector’s / Model Note
The TD-165 SPECIAL is a manual belt-drive turntable from THORENS, a brand strongly associated with classic suspended-subchassis record player design. Models of this type remain attractive to buyers who value traditional analog engineering, simple controls, and system-building flexibility.

📦 Dimensions & Weight:
Weight: 8 kg
Weight in pounds: approx. 17.6 lbs

⚙️ Technical Information:
Model: THORENS TD-165 SPECIAL

Professional Maintenance:
The source includes a positive service/working disclosure used for listing preparation. Confirmed actions beyond this statement are not specified in the source.

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📝 Product Description

The first image is an AI-generated promotional visual and may differ from the actual item.

All subsequent photos are part of the description and show the actual item and its condition.

Demonstration tapes, reels, records, or accessories shown for demonstration purposes are not included unless explicitly stated.

Please check the voltage requirements in your area; Adapter not included.

👉 Warranty and Service

Includes a 30-day global OPT warranty.

You will receive a product and packaging inspection video before shipping.

Repairs, maintenance, and extended warranties are available upon request.

📦 Shipping

Shipping within 2-3 business days after payment.

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Items are shipped from the USA, Poland, or Ukraine. Standard shipping takes approximately 10 business days.

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