Overview
The SME Model 10 Precision Turntable is built to exacting engineering standards providing reliability and freedom from critical adjustments. Build integrity, sophisticated electronics and vibration free moving parts allow the full capabilities of any sound system to be fully explored. The Model 10 is the latest addition to our range of precision turntables. The designer’s aim; a more affordable product, preserving as much as possible of the performance and engineering excellence found in the celebrated Model 30/2.
Motor commutation and speed selection are supervised by an 8-bit micro-controller and regenerative braking reduces run-on to a minimum. The special SME motor sets new standards of speed stability and quiet running. Its rotation is compared 120 times per revolution each speed having its own crystal reference ensuring rotation is exactly 33 1/3 or 45 rpm.
Specification
| Turntable | |
| Speeds: | 33.3, 45 and 78 rpm |
| Dimensions: | 370 x 250 x 161mm (Record clamp fitted). |
| Net weight with power supply: | 16kg (38lb). |
| Substantial packing case with internal fitments: | 745 x 405 x 240mm |
| Shipping weight: | 18.25kg (55lb) |
- The Model 10 weighs more than 15kg (33lb) but is only Ø304mm, thus meeting all the requirements of high density construction on which freedom from colouration depends.
- The turntable is supported on three large polymer isolators within adjustable feet allowing quick and easy levelling.
- A cruciform sub-chassis carried on three polymer loaded towers. A novel design which affords impressive isolation without float.
- Fully machined extensionally damped platter, diamond turned top surface with a fine scroll finish for optimal record interface.
- Large diameter reflex record clamp ensures largest possible platter/record contact.
- Polished stainless steel stylus guard.
- Soft dust cover to accommodate the turntable and arm, when not in use.
| Model 10 pick-up arm | |
| Effective mass: | 9.5g. |
| Cartridge balance range: | 6-17g. |
| Vertical tracking force: | 0-3g |
- A simplified arm-base assembly specially designed for the Model 10 turntable, combining tracking adjustment with absolute rigidity.
- One piece pressure die cast magnesium arm tube.
- Detachable magnesium headshell affording azimuth adjustment.
About the brand
Manufacturers of arguably the finest precision gramophone pick-up arms and turntables in the world. To own an SME product is to possess a jewel of near perfection in both performance and construction...
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