If you saw my post on June 11, 2017, you know I'm really excited about a very special Thorens TD124 restoration and 'hot-rod' project I commissioned with Christopher Thornton of Artisan Fidelity.

Artisan Fidelity Thorens TD124

We're doing a "long-base" version of Christopher's Thorens TD124 Statement turntable, which means that the plinth is about 3-inches wider so I can use my usual 12-inch tonearm on it.

I asked Christopher if he could shoot some photographs of his progress on the project along the way that I could share with you. Now I've got a few photos to share with you, with more to come.

A TD124 stock Swiss chassis plate with original factory finish.

Above you can see the stock Swiss TD124 chassis that Christopher starts with as part of his restoration / refinishing process.

TD124 base with primer application.

After the original finish has been removed, the TD124 chassis is then prepped with a primer.

TD124 base first paint color coating (view one).

Then the first paint color coating is applied (above and below).

TD124 first paint color coating (view two).

While the Thorens TD124 chassis is going through the refinishing and restoration process, Christopher has been picking out the wood for the plinth.

Central American Cocobolo Lumber Shop Photograph.

Christopher told me, "Enclosed are several photographs taken at the wood shop this week showing the actual hand selected Cocobolo lumber which will be carefully wrapped around the sides and top of your Thorens TD124 Statement LB plinth."

Central American Cocobolo Lumber Shop Photograph

Many thanks to Christopher for keeping the excitement level up with his great photos!

The Thorens TD124 is one of my all time favorite classic turntables, and I'm really excited about this project!

As always, thanks for stopping by, and may the tone be with you!