{"product_id":"thorens-td-124-mkii-turntable-sme-m2-9r-tonearm","title":"Thorens TD-124 MkII Turntable \/ SME M2-9R Tonearm","description":"\u003cp\u003eHere we have a classic vintage turntable combination in the form of a Thorens TD124 MkII Motor Unit \u0026amp; 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.\u003cbr\u003e\nThorens Said….\u003cbr\u003e\nLong 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.\u003cbr\u003e\nWith 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.\u003cbr\u003e\nWe 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.\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecifications:\u003cbr\u003e\nDrive: Belt\/friction wheel\u003cbr\u003e\nMotor: 4-pole reluctance motor (AC)\u003cbr\u003e\nSpeeds: 16 2\/3, 33 1\/3, 45 \u0026amp; 78 rpm\u003cbr\u003e\nSynchronous speed fluctuations: ±0.07 %\u003cbr\u003e\nRumble noise ratio: unweighted: 43 dB, weighted: 58 dB\u003cbr\u003e\nTurntable: cast iron\/aluminium, 300 mm, 4.5 kg or zinc injection cast\/aluminium, 300 mm, 3.6 kg\u003cbr\u003e\nDimensions: 394 (W) x 324 (D) x 134 (H) mm (Without plinth)\u003cbr\u003e\nWeight: 10.0 kg\u003cbr\u003e\nSME Say….\u003cbr\u003e\nSME 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.\u003cbr\u003e\nSME audio has evolved from 75 years of engineering excellence, innovation and perfection delivering precise and pure audio reproduction.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Model M2-9R precision tonearm developed by popular demand offers the design and engineering excellence associated with SME in a compact package.\u003cbr\u003e\nAs 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.\u003cbr\u003e\nFeatures:\u003cbr\u003e\nS2-R Aluminium shell detachable and interchangeable without disturbing cartridge or wiring.\u003cbr\u003e\nDouble draw-in pin bayonet fitting design ensures a rigid junction with the tone-arm.\u003cbr\u003e\nStainless steel ground horizontal spindle carried in substantial yoke in lOmm diameter precision ball race bearings.\u003cbr\u003e\nStainless steel ground vertical spindle with integral 16mm diameter flange to couple the spindle with the yoke.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe 23mm diameter steel pillar is heat treated, ground, internally honed and carries two 17mm diameter precision ball race bearings widely spaced to resist tilt.\u003cbr\u003e\nInternal wiring is Silver Litz.\u003cbr\u003e\nInternal constrained layer damps minute residual vibrations making the tone-arm acoustically inert.\u003cbr\u003e\nUnique headshell to tone-arm coupling readily allows cartridge azimuth adjustment.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Anti-Skate control operates through an Anti-Skate weight and filament and is adjustable for up to 5g of cartridge vertical tracking force (VTF).\u003cbr\u003e\nThe lowering\/raising control gives a smooth positive action and allows for the lifting height of the cartridge above the record to be adjusted.\u003cbr\u003e\nTungsten-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.\u003cbr\u003e\nPrecise vertical tracking force up to 5g is applied in 0.5 increments via the rider weight and graduated wayrod.\u003cbr\u003e\nThumbwheel cartridge vertical tracking angle (VTA), height adjustment.\u003cbr\u003e\nBedplate affords +\/- 12.0mm movement to facilitate horizontal tracking angle (HTA) adjustment.\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecifications:\u003cbr\u003e\nEffective Mass: 9.50 g\u003cbr\u003e\nCartridge Balance Range: Up to 38.0 g (S2-R headshell); Up to 46.0 g (Plug-in heads)\u003cbr\u003e\nVertical Tracking Force: VTF up to 5.0 g\u003cbr\u003e\nMaximum Tracking Error: 0.013°\/mm\u003cbr\u003e\nNull Points: Inner 66.04 mm; Outer 120.90 mm\u003cbr\u003e\nWeight: 650.0 g\u003cbr\u003e\nAudio Lead: 1.2 m balanced hybrid cable with gold plated connectors\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"2ndhandhifi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51193741705557,"sku":"91534\/003628","price":2950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/1094\/5365\/files\/IMG_5994-scaled_37a6125c-58b7-4d5d-9213-ed031f1ea24d.jpg?v=1753886989","url":"https:\/\/2ndhandhifi.co.uk\/products\/thorens-td-124-mkii-turntable-sme-m2-9r-tonearm","provider":"2ndhandhifi.co.uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}