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Offered is „SA-1.2 9 Zoll Tonarm mit zusätzlicher SME Basis“ by Sorane as new device from the category „Tone Arm“ on audio-markt.de - the online market place for high-end. The advert with the number 6061655296 ends on 14.11.2026 at 17:59 o'clock.
This is priced at the top of the recent used market, but it’s still within the upper band rather than a clear overreach: with a median of €1,354 and a 75th percentile of €1,552, €1,549 lands essentially at the high end of normal. That makes it more of a strong-but-not-cheap buy than a bargain.
What you’re paying for is a respected, well-made 9-inch arm that’s known for solid bearings, good all-round compatibility, and especially strong results with medium- to lower-compliance cartridges. The inclusion of the extra SME base adds real value and flexibility, which is exactly the kind of accessory that makes a used arm easier to justify. If the arm is complete, smooth in use, and the base is original, this is a serious enthusiast piece rather than a risky pickup.
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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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