Can't speak to the 126 but I bought a 166mk II and it plays and sounds great. It is in excellent condition and shows little sign of wear or usage. I did put a new belt on it and bought a cartridge for it. As to whether yours is worth it or not I guess it depends on how much you paid for it and what condition it is in.
Vintage Thorens turntable -Good or Bad?
I recently purchased a TD126 MkII. I have yet to set it up. I hope I have not made bad purchase. I first read good things about this deck . The shop I took it to for service, thinks it's not worth investing in it. and suggested not getting a cartridge costing more than $100.
Brooks Berdan Ltd suggested a Grado Blue and leaving it at that. Any opinions on this deck? And what can I do to get the best performance from this deck or did I buy a lemon model of Thorens...
Brooks Berdan Ltd suggested a Grado Blue and leaving it at that. Any opinions on this deck? And what can I do to get the best performance from this deck or did I buy a lemon model of Thorens...