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Offered is „SME M2-9“ by SME as second-hand device from the category „Tone Arm“ on audio-markt.de - the online market place for high-end. The advert with the number 7383566379 ends on 27.10.2026 at 18:35 o'clock.
This €1,350 asking price is a strong bargain, sitting well below the 25th percentile of €1,578 for recent EUR listings. With the median at €1,807 and the 75th percentile at €5,021, you are securing this premium tonearm for significantly less than typical market value.
The SME M2-9 R is a highly regarded 9-inch arm known for its rigid bearing, low friction, and exceptional tracking, making it a favorite for serious vinyl enthusiasts. Its upside lies in acquiring a top-tier, standalone tonearm at a price that rivals older, less refined models, offering immediate performance gains without the usual cost. This is a genuine buying opportunity for anyone upgrading their turntable system.
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Founded in 1946 by Alastair Robertson-Aikman as The Scale Model Equipment Company Limited in England, SME initially produced scale models and precision parts for engineering trades before pivoting in the 1950s to high-precision components for aircraft instruments and business machines. By 1961, it had relocated to a dedicated factory in Steyning, Sussex, and fully embraced audio engineering, developing its first tonearm for personal use. Now marking over 70 years of excellence, SME was acquired in 2016 by industrialist Ajay Shirke's Cadence Group, ensuring continued innovation while honoring its heritage, including recent moves like reviving the Garrard turntable brand.
SME specializes exclusively in precision turntables and tonearms, offering models like the acclaimed Model 30 series alongside a range of twelve standard arms and custom variants. With over one million tonearms sold worldwide, the company avoids diversification into amplifiers, speakers, DACs, headphones, or cables, focusing instead on unmatched engineering for vinyl playback.
Regarded as the gold standard in high-end analog audio, SME commands a niche position among discerning audiophiles for its Steyning facility—the world's largest and best-equipped for precision pick-up arms and turntables. Synonymous with industry-leading build quality and sonic refinement, it appeals to serious collectors and professionals who prioritize mechanical perfection over mass-market compromises.
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