Thorens TD-124 MkII Turntable / SME M2-9R Tonearm

Here we have a classic vintage turntable combination in the form of a Thorens TD124 MkII Motor Unit & Plinth coupled with an SME M2-9R Tonearm. They are both in very good condition for their age and will be professionally packaged along with a spare armboard plus our regular three month warranty.
Thorens Said….
Long established as a world leader in the manufacture of Turntables, Thorens S. A., epitomizes the concept of Swiss quality and precision craftsmanship. For years the Thorens Model TD 124 has been considered the classic design and standard for Turntables. Never before has any component had so fine a reputation.
With this Series II, there have been design and engineering changes in the unit which incorporate latest styling, even improved performance, while still maintaining the classic conception.
We have put all our ability into the design and the manufacture of this outstanding unit to fulfil your highest requirements ; the experience of more than a half century in the production of high-quality phonograph equipment, the enthusiasm of a young research team, the traditional pride of our SWISS craftsmen for precision and finely finished work, are still combined to produce the TD-124 MkII in this tradition.
Specifications:
Drive: Belt/friction wheel
Motor: 4-pole reluctance motor (AC)
Speeds: 16 2/3, 33 1/3, 45 & 78 rpm
Synchronous speed fluctuations: ±0.07 %
Rumble noise ratio: unweighted: 43 dB, weighted: 58 dB
Turntable: cast iron/aluminium, 300 mm, 4.5 kg or zinc injection cast/aluminium, 300 mm, 3.6 kg
Dimensions: 394 (W) x 324 (D) x 134 (H) mm (Without plinth)
Weight: 10.0 kg
SME Say….
SME is an iconic brand founded in 1946 by audio legend Alastair Robertson-Aikman in West Sussex, England. Today SME is recognised as makers of the finest precision turntables and tonearms in the world. Entirely made in-house by state of the art manufacturing processes, complemented by traditional craftsmanship methods.
SME audio has evolved from 75 years of engineering excellence, innovation and perfection delivering precise and pure audio reproduction.
The Model M2-9R precision tonearm developed by popular demand offers the design and engineering excellence associated with SME in a compact package.
As a member of the M2 family this tonearm is built by enthusiasts for enthusiasts and among its extensive features include, vertical and horizontal tracking adjustment, tungsten balance weights housed in satin chromed brass sleeves. Double draw-pin detachable headshell with azimuth adjustment and height adjustment by thumb wheel enabling its use with wide range of both cartridges and turntables.
Features:
S2-R Aluminium shell detachable and interchangeable without disturbing cartridge or wiring.
Double draw-in pin bayonet fitting design ensures a rigid junction with the tone-arm.
Stainless steel ground horizontal spindle carried in substantial yoke in lOmm diameter precision ball race bearings.
Stainless steel ground vertical spindle with integral 16mm diameter flange to couple the spindle with the yoke.
The 23mm diameter steel pillar is heat treated, ground, internally honed and carries two 17mm diameter precision ball race bearings widely spaced to resist tilt.
Internal wiring is Silver Litz.
Internal constrained layer damps minute residual vibrations making the tone-arm acoustically inert.
Unique headshell to tone-arm coupling readily allows cartridge azimuth adjustment.
The Anti-Skate control operates through an Anti-Skate weight and filament and is adjustable for up to 5g of cartridge vertical tracking force (VTF).
The lowering/raising control gives a smooth positive action and allows for the lifting height of the cartridge above the record to be adjusted.
Tungsten-alloy balance weight inserts allow for maximum centre of gravity shift to balance a greater range of cartridges. Up to 38g in S2-R headshell and direct plug-in heads up to 46g.
Precise vertical tracking force up to 5g is applied in 0.5 increments via the rider weight and graduated wayrod.
Thumbwheel cartridge vertical tracking angle (VTA), height adjustment.
Bedplate affords +/- 12.0mm movement to facilitate horizontal tracking angle (HTA) adjustment.
Specifications:
Effective Mass: 9.50 g
Cartridge Balance Range: Up to 38.0 g (S2-R headshell); Up to 46.0 g (Plug-in heads)
Vertical Tracking Force: VTF up to 5.0 g
Maximum Tracking Error: 0.013°/mm
Null Points: Inner 66.04 mm; Outer 120.90 mm
Weight: 650.0 g
Audio Lead: 1.2 m balanced hybrid cable with gold plated connectors