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Dear all, after the Thorens TD 160, I have successfully finished another project - Dual 1229 turntable. It took me some time to sort out the base, lid, mechanical issues, cosmetical ones, connections, setup, ... BUT I finally got what I was looking for. Pics with the final product are...

It does sound more quieter than before. Stereo separation is better. Vocals have more presence. It did bring something new to the sound, but I can't tell what it is. Also, the tonearm wiring is new. Hard to detect which upgrade is responsible for the improvements. Cover... nope. I did a...

Thanks, guys. That Empire sounds lovely indeed!

Thanks guys. It was Mogano finish (1:8 ratio, if I remember correctly). It is not something you buy in the can. I go to the dealer and choose the colour and the ratio.

Hi guys, would like to share some pics of my Thorens TD 160 upgrade adventure. New wiring, RCA (CMC) and IEC connectors, deep cleaning, lubrication, polishing, and adjustment. New plinth - european beech + mogano stain + varnish. Took me some time, but managed to finalise it. Link...

Ah, little miracle... I really liked this amp, didn't want to sell it, so my father is now using it in his system. After maybe two years I've noticed that the power supply capacitors changed their shape at the top (balloon effect). It didn't affect the sound, but i guess it's just the matter...

Knock knock Ladies and Gents, glad to see that SA has an AV Forum, been searching for you guys..  ;) Short history: Came from Europe about year and a half ago and found myself a nice job. Love the country, people, nature, climate. Staying in Joburg and.. its my hometown now!  :D Always...