SME Model 12A Turntable & 309 Tonearm
The SME Model 12A is a masterclass in British turntable engineering, purpose-built for listeners who value absolute precision, stability, and sonic purity. The 12-inch aluminium main platter, advanced suspension system, and high-mass chassis deliver exceptional isolation and rotational accuracy—ensuring vinyl playback that is effortless, silent, and beautifully resolved.
Paired with the legendary SME 309 tonearm, this 12A Model “A” variant offers a factory-matched, pre-configured system for perfect mechanical synergy. The 309’s magnesium alloy arm tube, knife-edge bearing design, and adjustable geometry provide tracking performance that is refined, consistent, and exceptionally musical.
Together, the 12A and 309 create a vinyl front-end that is capable of extracting extraordinary detail, dynamic contrast, and tonal realism from both modern pressings and cherished record collections.
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Key Features
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12-inch high-mass precision platter for superior speed stability
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Advanced suspension and isolation system reducing external vibration
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Factory-paired SME 309 tonearm for optimised tracking and tonal balance
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Magnesium alloy tonearm tube for reduced resonance and improved clarity
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Precision bearings and adjustable geometry for critical cartridge alignment
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Studio-grade engineering heritage from one of the most respected names in analogue audio
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Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
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| Turntable Type | High-mass precision suspended design |
| Platter Diameter | 12″ (302mm) machined aluminium |
| Tonearm | SME 309, 9″ precision tonearm |
| Bearings | Knife-edge & precision ball race |
| Speed Control | Electronic regulation |
| Supported Speeds | 33⅓ & 45 RPM |
| Effective Arm Mass | 9.5 g |
| Impedance Compatibility | Cartridge dependent |
| Outputs | RCA (via phono stage) |
| Chassis | High-mass, low-resonance composite |
| Dimensions | 450 × 350 × 180 mm (approx.) |
| Unit Weight | 22 kg (approx.) |
The SME Model 12A with 309 tonearm is more than a turntable—it’s a reference analogue instrument. For high-end music collectors seeking engineering integrity, flawless tracking, and a refined, full-scale vinyl experience, this system remains one of the most respected plug-and-play reference decks ever produced.
NOTE: Cartridge Is Not Included
Does Includes Manual, Box & Accessories
Condition: Excellent
R148,400.00
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