Mar 16, 2003 · The no-nonsense SME 30/2 is, as Rockport's Andy Payor describes a turntable's true role, a genuine "reverse machine tool." Weighing 94 lbs, the SME 30/2 comes packed in an industrial strength wooden crate designed for rough handling and easy opening. Unless you've been pumping iron, lifting this turntable out of its box is a two-man operation.

The Model 30 is the former SME flagship turntable delivering an outstanding performance and for many years considered to be the world’s reference standard turntable. This accolade is achieved from an ingenious design, precision engineering, intelligent damping and fundamental physics.

Nov 24, 2008 · The Model 30/2 represents a damn-the-torpedoes approach to every parameter of vinyl playback that SME founder Alastair Robertson-Aikman deems important, including potential and theoretical ones. Despite its relatively compact size, the ’table weighs 92 pounds.

model 30/2a with matching SME Series V precision pick-up arm. Complete with a comprehensive set of tools and equipment including Height Setting Gauge, Ø300mm Stroboscopic Disc, Reflex Record Clamp, Record Spindle Washer, Soft Cover and Operating Instruction Manual.

The Model 30 is a precision turntable made to exacting engineering standards for extreme performance. The chassis and sub-chassis are CNC machined from premium grade aluminium billet and acoustically treated.

Feb 5, 2025 · Selling my SME-30/2 turntable with SME-5 tonearm. It has speeds for 33/45/78 RPM records. I shipped it back to SME in the UK last year for a complete go over and asked them to repair or replace anything that was not functioning perfectly.

Nov 3, 2024 · SME 30/2 with Thales Statement Tonearm. This is a true analog lover dream set-up. A classic and legendary SME 30 turntable. In like new condition, loved and cared for. Consignment sale.

Dec 21, 2024 · SME 30-2a excellent condition perfect condition includes SME 5 arm box, packing and all tools needed for setup included

Description: Belt-drive turntable with O -ring/fluid-damping suspension and three-phase, eight-pole motor with electronic motor controller. Speeds: 33 1/3, 45, 78rpm, all trimmable. Wow and flutter: not specified. Rumble: not specified. Included: soft dustcover, tools, gauges, strobe disc, other accessories. Serial number of unit reviewed: 0110.

Das Model 30 ist der erste von SME entwickelte Plattenspieler. Als das Model 30 im Jahr 1991 präsentiert wurde, testete ihn das deutsche Magazin AUDIO zum 'besten Plattenspieler aller Zeiten'. Auch nach mehr als 30 Jahren auf dem Referenz-Thron hat SME das Model 30 noch einmal signifikant verbessert.