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SME
With the immense care taken in the design and manufacture of our components, an SME Turntable is the key to lasting musical enjoyment.
SME M2 Series Tonearm (9 / 12 inch)
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- Regular price £2,385.00
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- Description
- Specs
- Manual
- Shipping Information (domestic & international)
- Want to hear it?
- Express Delivery
- Trade In
These arms offer at reasonable cost, meticulous build quality with all the most important features including lightweight stainless steel tonearm, detachable magnesium headshell with azimuth adjustment, tungsten balance weight, superb quality ball race bearings etc., and a level of stiffness and rigidity to suit all types of cartridge.
These precision pick-up arms embody well tried SME principles and are suited to a broad range of cartridges including those of medium and low compliance.
Build
The M2 shell is pressure die-cast in magnesium for lightness and rigidity.
Series M2-9 is the standard arm having a pivot-stylus dimension of 233.2 mm (9.18”) and will therefore be the one most frequently used.
Series M2-10 is identical except that the pivot-stylus dimension is 239.3 mm (9.42”) a difference that suits the layout of some decks.
Series M2-12 has a pivot-stylus dimension of 308.8 mm (12.16”). Distortion caused by lateral tracking error is at least 25% less than possible with a nine or inch arm. However effective mass will be typically 12.0 grams. Also, a turntable designed for 12-inch arms must be selected.
Damping
The internally damped tonearm of highly polished stainless steel provides sparkling uncoloured reproduction. A unique single element balance system caters for cartridges weighing 5 to 12 grams. After balancing tracking force is applied by forward movement of the weight ensuring the lowest system inertia. The weight moves on a precision screw thread with backlash eliminator allowing exact setting of vertical tracking force.
Adjustments
A collet of ingenious design affords ‘one-piece’ rigidity and allows azimuth correction to be made before final tightening.
- 1.0 gram per revolution tungsten weight sub-graduated 0.25 and 0.025 gram moving on a precision screw with backlash eliminator.
- 220mm (48”) D501 balanced audio lead. Engineered in the best camera quality with satin chrome finish Fluid damped lift/lower control.
- Low friction, fully shielded races for both axes.
- Sliding base for tracking adjustment.
- Thumbwheel height adjustment.
- Traditional pattern anti-skate.
| Series M2 Dimensions | Series M2-9 | Series M2-10 | Series M2-12 |
|---|---|---|---|
| A – Distance from pivot to stylus | 232.20mm | 239.30mm | 308.80mm |
| B – Distance from pivot to turntable centre | 215.40mm | 222.0mm | 295.60mm |
| C – Cartridge fixing centres | 12.70mm | 12.70mm | 12.70mm |
| F – Overhang | 17.80mm | 17.30mm | 13.21mm |
| G – Height above mounting surface | 87.0mm max 63.0mm min |
87.0mm max 63.0mm min |
87.0mm max 63.0mm min |
| *Note: Spacer P1, part no. 3823/IV is required when the turntable surface is more than 41.30mm above the surface on which the arm is mounted |
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| H – Height of record surface above mounting surface | 67.40mm max 43.40mm min |
67.40mm max 43.40mm min |
67.40mm max 43.40mm min |
| J – Depth below mounting surface | 46.0mm | 46.0mm | 46.0mm |
| K – Radial clearance for balance weight | 51.0mm | 51.0mm | 51.0mm |
| + – Tracking adjustment | 12.70mm | 12.70mm | 12.70mm |
UK Deliveries
Within the UK we aim to ship all items same day, however during busy periods it can take 1-3 days for dispatch. We ship all items with premium courier services which quote 1-2 days for delivery. Please note these times may be effected due to circumstances outside our control. Shipping is free on all orders over £50.
Ireland Deliveries
Following Brexit, We are still able to ship into Ireland, and no further VAT or charges apply. All Irish orders will dispatch from our N.Ireland warehouse, and therefore no charges apply. Shipping is free on all Irish orders over £50.00.
Europe Deliveries
For deliveries in Europe, we have two options which can be chosen by the customer.
N.Ireland - We can ship your goods from our N.Ireland warehouse, in which case we must charge VAT however due to N.Ireland's free trade agreement with Europe you will therefore not be charged any import duty or further costs. Shipping costs are calculated at the checkout based on destination.
Britain - We can ship orders from our British warehouse (UK Mainland) which will be charged ex VAT, however this will require export paperwork, and import duty and applicable charges will apply. VAT is removed at the checkout if your destination is applicable.
Non EU Countries
If you are purchasing from a Non-EU country, you will not be charged VAT which will be deducted at the checkout. Import duties and further applicable charges may apply depeding on your country. Shipping is calculated at the checkout based on destination.
We have several deomonstation areas in both of our branches. Please give us a call on 03435236169 or email support@kronosav.com to enquire about hearing products at your local branch.
Please always contact us before to make sure the product(s) are available
Express Deliveries
Express Delivery is FREE on all orders over £50. Express Delivery offers delivery in 24-72 hours from time of purchase. We use premium couriers for this service, mainly DPD & Royal Mail. DPD will offer you a one hour window for delivery to make sure someone is at home, or you can reschedule the delivery if no one is around.
Standard Deliveries
Here at Kronos AV, we have vast experience with e-commerce sales. Making sure that your parcel arrives undamaged is a huge priority for us. That’s why at Kronos AV, we only use premium couriers for all our orders. All our parcels are shipped with DPD or Royal Mail and are always sent Signed For to make sure it gets to the right person.
If for any reason your parcel does arrived damaged, please get in touch, and we will be happy to get everything resolved for you. We are always on hand to help!
Details
Delivery is FREE on all orders over £50. In order to offer FREE delivery to UK customers, we use several premium couriers to ensure your delivery arrives safe.
Most large orders (over 2kg) ship using DPD or DHL courier and smaller orders (under 2kg) by Royal Mail signed for services.
The most appropriate courier will be chosen for the items ordered to ensure the quickest possible delivery.
We can offer very generous trade in offers across the majority of our product range.
Why not ask and see how much you HiFi is worth!
To find out how much your HiFi is worth... Click Here
If you have any question, please feel free to call us on 03435236169 or email support@kronosav.com
SME
With the immense care taken in the design and manufacture of our components, an SME Turntable is the key to lasting musical enjoyment.
- Description
- Specs
- Manual
- Shipping Information (domestic & international)
- Want to hear it?
- Express Delivery
- Trade In
These arms offer at reasonable cost, meticulous build quality with all the most important features including lightweight stainless steel tonearm, detachable magnesium headshell with azimuth adjustment, tungsten balance weight, superb quality ball race bearings etc., and a level of stiffness and rigidity to suit all types of cartridge.
These precision pick-up arms embody well tried SME principles and are suited to a broad range of cartridges including those of medium and low compliance.
Build
The M2 shell is pressure die-cast in magnesium for lightness and rigidity.
Series M2-9 is the standard arm having a pivot-stylus dimension of 233.2 mm (9.18”) and will therefore be the one most frequently used.
Series M2-10 is identical except that the pivot-stylus dimension is 239.3 mm (9.42”) a difference that suits the layout of some decks.
Series M2-12 has a pivot-stylus dimension of 308.8 mm (12.16”). Distortion caused by lateral tracking error is at least 25% less than possible with a nine or inch arm. However effective mass will be typically 12.0 grams. Also, a turntable designed for 12-inch arms must be selected.
Damping
The internally damped tonearm of highly polished stainless steel provides sparkling uncoloured reproduction. A unique single element balance system caters for cartridges weighing 5 to 12 grams. After balancing tracking force is applied by forward movement of the weight ensuring the lowest system inertia. The weight moves on a precision screw thread with backlash eliminator allowing exact setting of vertical tracking force.
Adjustments
A collet of ingenious design affords ‘one-piece’ rigidity and allows azimuth correction to be made before final tightening.
- 1.0 gram per revolution tungsten weight sub-graduated 0.25 and 0.025 gram moving on a precision screw with backlash eliminator.
- 220mm (48”) D501 balanced audio lead. Engineered in the best camera quality with satin chrome finish Fluid damped lift/lower control.
- Low friction, fully shielded races for both axes.
- Sliding base for tracking adjustment.
- Thumbwheel height adjustment.
- Traditional pattern anti-skate.
| Series M2 Dimensions | Series M2-9 | Series M2-10 | Series M2-12 |
|---|---|---|---|
| A – Distance from pivot to stylus | 232.20mm | 239.30mm | 308.80mm |
| B – Distance from pivot to turntable centre | 215.40mm | 222.0mm | 295.60mm |
| C – Cartridge fixing centres | 12.70mm | 12.70mm | 12.70mm |
| F – Overhang | 17.80mm | 17.30mm | 13.21mm |
| G – Height above mounting surface | 87.0mm max 63.0mm min |
87.0mm max 63.0mm min |
87.0mm max 63.0mm min |
| *Note: Spacer P1, part no. 3823/IV is required when the turntable surface is more than 41.30mm above the surface on which the arm is mounted |
|||
| H – Height of record surface above mounting surface | 67.40mm max 43.40mm min |
67.40mm max 43.40mm min |
67.40mm max 43.40mm min |
| J – Depth below mounting surface | 46.0mm | 46.0mm | 46.0mm |
| K – Radial clearance for balance weight | 51.0mm | 51.0mm | 51.0mm |
| + – Tracking adjustment | 12.70mm | 12.70mm | 12.70mm |
UK Deliveries
Within the UK we aim to ship all items same day, however during busy periods it can take 1-3 days for dispatch. We ship all items with premium courier services which quote 1-2 days for delivery. Please note these times may be effected due to circumstances outside our control. Shipping is free on all orders over £50.
Ireland Deliveries
Following Brexit, We are still able to ship into Ireland, and no further VAT or charges apply. All Irish orders will dispatch from our N.Ireland warehouse, and therefore no charges apply. Shipping is free on all Irish orders over £50.00.
Europe Deliveries
For deliveries in Europe, we have two options which can be chosen by the customer.
N.Ireland - We can ship your goods from our N.Ireland warehouse, in which case we must charge VAT however due to N.Ireland's free trade agreement with Europe you will therefore not be charged any import duty or further costs. Shipping costs are calculated at the checkout based on destination.
Britain - We can ship orders from our British warehouse (UK Mainland) which will be charged ex VAT, however this will require export paperwork, and import duty and applicable charges will apply. VAT is removed at the checkout if your destination is applicable.
Non EU Countries
If you are purchasing from a Non-EU country, you will not be charged VAT which will be deducted at the checkout. Import duties and further applicable charges may apply depeding on your country. Shipping is calculated at the checkout based on destination.
We have several deomonstation areas in both of our branches. Please give us a call on 03435236169 or email support@kronosav.com to enquire about hearing products at your local branch.
Please always contact us before to make sure the product(s) are available
Express Deliveries
Express Delivery is FREE on all orders over £50. Express Delivery offers delivery in 24-72 hours from time of purchase. We use premium couriers for this service, mainly DPD & Royal Mail. DPD will offer you a one hour window for delivery to make sure someone is at home, or you can reschedule the delivery if no one is around.
Standard Deliveries
Here at Kronos AV, we have vast experience with e-commerce sales. Making sure that your parcel arrives undamaged is a huge priority for us. That’s why at Kronos AV, we only use premium couriers for all our orders. All our parcels are shipped with DPD or Royal Mail and are always sent Signed For to make sure it gets to the right person.
If for any reason your parcel does arrived damaged, please get in touch, and we will be happy to get everything resolved for you. We are always on hand to help!
Details
Delivery is FREE on all orders over £50. In order to offer FREE delivery to UK customers, we use several premium couriers to ensure your delivery arrives safe.
Most large orders (over 2kg) ship using DPD or DHL courier and smaller orders (under 2kg) by Royal Mail signed for services.
The most appropriate courier will be chosen for the items ordered to ensure the quickest possible delivery.
We can offer very generous trade in offers across the majority of our product range.
Why not ask and see how much you HiFi is worth!
To find out how much your HiFi is worth... Click Here
If you have any question, please feel free to call us on 03435236169 or email support@kronosav.com
