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SME 3012R Tonearm
• Product Overview – SME 3012R Tonearm, released in 1989, is a precision-engineered 12-inch tonearm designed for high-mass moving-coil cartridges, delivering superb tracking stability, tonal density, and classic SME mechanical refinement.
• Engineering Design – Precision knife-edge bearings, detachable headshell, and rigid magnesium arm tube ensure low resonance behavior, excellent groove tracing, and stable performance with low-compliance cartridges in high-end analog systems.
• Vinyl Playback Performance – The extended 12-inch geometry reduces tracking error and distortion, producing expansive soundstage depth, improved bass authority, and smooth midrange presentation prized by experienced vinyl enthusiasts.
• Specifications – Effective length approximately 308.8 mm, effective mass around 12 g, detachable SME headshell interface, dynamic balance system, and adjustable VTA, azimuth, and bias for precise cartridge optimization.
• Dimensions – Overall length approximately 435 mm, mounting distance 295.6 mm, with substantial base assembly designed for compatibility with classic and modern high-mass turntable plinths.
• Weight – Approximate total mass of 1.1 kg including headshell and base, contributing to mechanical stability, vibration control, and consistent tracking across a wide range of vinyl pressings.
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SME is a British manufacturer globally respected for its uncompromising standards in mechanical engineering and manufacturing precision. With roots in aerospace and industrial machining, SME applies exacting tolerances to the design of its turntables and tonearms.
SME (Scale Model Equipment) is a British manufacturer globally revered for its precision-engineered turntables and tonearms. Founded in the UK and originally rooted in aerospace-grade machining, SME applies extreme tolerances, in-house manufacturing, and rigorous quality control to every component it produces. Unlike many audio brands, SME designs and builds almost everything internally, resulting in products known for mechanical stability, speed accuracy, and exceptional longevity.
This uncompromising engineering philosophy makes SME particularly significant in the pre-owned Hi-Fi market. In Singapore, Malaysia, and across Southeast Asia, pre-owned SME turntables and tonearms are highly sought after due to their durability, timeless design, and consistent performance across decades of use. Many classic SME models remain reference-grade today, making them a low-risk, high-confidence investment for serious vinyl enthusiasts.
On SoundTribeAsia, SME listings—both new and pre-owned—are valued not only for their sonic excellence but also for their proven resale strength and serviceability. As a trusted marketplace for high-value analogue equipment, SoundTribeAsia enables collectors and audiophiles across Southeast Asia to access SME with transparency, verified condition reporting, and confidence beyond typical dealer or classified listings.