The Thorens TD 318 MK II is a belt-driven turntable that features an automatic start and stop mechanism, making it user-friendly and suitable for vinyl enthusiasts. Known for its precision engineering, it incorporates a suspended sub-chassis design to reduce unwanted vibrations, allowing for more accurate playback. The turntable is powered by a synchronous motor and utilizes a rubber damping system to help further isolate the platter from external interference. The TD 318 MK II typically comes equipped with a TP 11 tonearm, which is designed to offer a good balance between performance and ease of use, accommodating a variety of cartridges.