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Angeboten wird „SME M2-12R“ von SME als Neugerät aus der Kategorie „Tonarm“ bei audio-markt.de - dem Online-Marktplatz für High-End. Das Inserat mit der Nummer 4331457145 endet am 16.07.2026 um 13:07 Uhr.
Should you view this €2,700 listing as a bargain or a fair deal? At €2,700, the price sits well below the typical used market for the SME M2-12R, especially compared to the $4,695 (roughly €4,300) new SRP and recent used listings near $2,800 (about €2,550). This is a strong deal, likely in the 25th percentile range for used examples, making it a genuine buying opportunity rather than just a fair price.
The M2-12R is highly regarded for its meticulous build, classic J-shaped design, and two-stage tungsten counterbalance that delivers minimal tracking error and superb rigidity across cartridge types. Its simple, robust architecture with no hidden critical parts means it’s a safe, long-term buy, and the low price combined with its reputation for excellent sound makes this a standout choice for any serious analog enthusiast.
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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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