Thorens TD 1500 Sub-Chassis Turntable with 2M Bronze Cartridge (High-Gloss Black) VS
Sony PS-HX500
Pros & Cons
Sony PS-HX500
VSPros
- This model comes with the Sony software which facilitates the process of vinyl ripping. It is compatible with Apple Garageband.
- The assembly process is easy and fast – follow the manual.
- The audio quality is amazing (excellent quality from the RCA audio out).
- Electronic speed selector is convenient for moving from albums to singles.
- Parallel lines at the top simplify cartridge alignment.
Cons
- The tonearm is manual and it does not return when it reaches the end. No auto-stop.
- Recording software is incompatible with the latest version of Mac iOS.
Specifications
| Specification | Thorens TD 1500 Sub-Chassis Turntable | Sony PS-HX500 |
|---|---|---|
| Stylus | ||
| Type | - | moving magnet (MM) |
| Replaceable | - | |
| Model | - | ATN-3601 |
| Sound | ||
| Signal To Noise Ratio, Db | - | 50 |
| Frequency Response, Hz | - | 20 - 20000 |
| Output Level | - | Pre-amp "PHONO": 3 mV nominal at 1 kHz. Pre-amp "LINE": 190 mV nominal at 1 kHz |
| Gain | - | |
| Connections | ||
| Other | - | AC adaptor |
| Rca | - | 1 |
| Usb | - | 1 |
| Cartridge | ||
| Supplied Headshell Weight, G | - | 3 |
| Appropriate Needle Pressure, G | - | 2,5 |
| Type | - | moving magnet (MM) |
| Motor | ||
| Wow & Flutter (wrms), % | - | 0.25 |
| Torque | - | >1.6 kgf-cm |
| Speed, Rpm | - | 33.3, 45 |
| Platter Type | - | aluminum diecast |
| Drive Method | - | belt |
| Controls | ||
| Braking System | - | electronic |
| Pitch Variation, % | - | |
| Pitch Control | - | |
| Operation Type | - | manual |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight, Kg/pounds | - | 2.8/6.2 |
| Size, Cm/inches | - | 10.4 x 43 x 36.6/6.2 x 18.5 x 16.3 |
| Power | ||
| Power Consumption, W | - | 3 |
| Features | ||
| Other | - | AC adaptor |
| 45 Rpm Adapter | - | |
| Dust Cover | - |
