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Angeboten wird „SME 5009 -KOMPLETT-“ von SME als Gebrauchtgerät aus der Kategorie „Tonarm“ bei audio-markt.de - dem Online-Marktplatz für High-End. Das Inserat mit der Nummer 8354205059 endet am 18.09.2026 um 21:17 Uhr.
The €2,600 asking price for this used SME 5009 in good condition sits just €25 above the €2,551 median from our recent comparable EUR listings, placing it firmly in fair market territory rather than ambitious. It falls between the 25th percentile (€2,526) and 75th percentile (€2,575), meaning you are paying a standard, honest price for a well-maintained unit with no hidden premium.
This is a worthwhile buy because the SME 5009 remains a highly regarded medium-mass tonearm known for its smooth tracking, low resonance, and classic British sound that pairs beautifully with vintage moving-coil cartridges. The "good (EUR)" condition rating suggests it has been cared for and likely includes original mounting hardware, making it a solid upgrade for a turntable setup without the risk or cost of a brand-new arm. At a fair price, this listing represents a genuine buying opportunity for an enthusiast seeking reliable, analog performance.
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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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