Original SME 3009 Series II packaging only: outer box and two-piece polystyrene insert set, with some wear to the box.

This is the original factory packaging for an SME 3009 Series II tonearm, comprising the printed outer box and the moulded two-piece polystyrene insert set. SME manufactured the 3009 Series II in Steyning, Sussex, England, and it was supplied as a pickup arm for turntables such as the Thorens TD 124/125 and Braun PCS 52.

Key specifications

• Compatible Product Line: SME 3009 / 3012 Series II
• Compatible Model: SME 3009 Series II

Specifications

• Compatible Brand: Braun, Thorens, Universal SME-mount
• Compatible Model: SME 3009 Series II
• Compatible Product Line: SME 3009 / 3012 Series II
• Country of Origin: England
• Year Manufactured: 1960s
• Number of Channels: 2
• Effective Mass: 12.5 g (with standard detachable headshell)
• Bearing Type: Ball-races (vertical axis); 0.13mm-radius knife-edge bearings in chrome seatings (horizontal axis)
• Stylus (Tracking) Force Range: 0.25–5 g
• Pivot Friction: 0.02 g measured at stylus
• Optional Fluid Damping: FD200 fluid damper available as option
• Production Years: 1962–1972