SME Audio Model 6 Classic Turntable
7 600,00 €
SME Audio Model 6 Classic is an integrated turntable designed for listening to vinyl records through a home stereo system. Its CNC-machined, high-density polymer-resin chassis absorbs resonances while maintaining a compact footprint. The M2-9R tonearm features a removable headshell with adjustable azimuth and vertical tracking angle, allowing the selected cartridge to be set up more precisely.
SME Audio Model 6 Classic is an integrated turntable designed for playing vinyl records in a home stereo system. It combines a CNC-machined chassis, precision drive mechanics and the SME M2-9R tonearm. An electronic control unit provides precise adjustment of the platter speed across a wide range.
This model is intended for listeners who want carefully matched mechanical components and extensive cartridge setup options in a single system. The removable headshell makes cartridges easier to change, while the counterweight design allows heavier models to be balanced correctly.
Chassis and drive mechanism
The chassis is CNC-machined from high-density polymer resin. Its substantial mass and resonance-absorbing material help control mechanical vibration while maintaining a compact turntable footprint.
The main bearing, platter spindle and drive pulleys are manufactured with precision. Together, these components form the central mechanism responsible for rotating the record. The isolation feet are finished with machined aluminium trim elements.
Speed control
The electronic speed control unit provides fine adjustment across a wide range. This allows the platter speed to be set accurately. For reliable results, adjustments should be made with a suitable speed-measuring device.
Tonearm and cartridge setup
The SME M2-9R tonearm features dial-operated vertical tracking angle adjustment. This helps match the tonearm height to the selected cartridge and headshell. Make adjustments in small increments and check stylus tracking again after every change.
The removable headshell is secured by a double draw-pin mechanism. Azimuth can be adjusted at the headshell so that the stylus sits correctly in the record groove. This is particularly useful when changing either the cartridge or headshell.
The tungsten-alloy counterweight provides greater scope for shifting the centre of mass. In the standard configuration, the tonearm can balance a cartridge weighing up to 38 g. When a direct-plug-in cartridge head is used, the limit increases to 46 g.
Positioning and connection
Place the turntable on a rigid, level surface protected from vibration. Leave enough room to operate the tonearm and remove the headshell safely. The isolation feet do not replace the need for suitable furniture if the floor or supporting shelf vibrates noticeably.
If your amplifier has a dedicated phono input, connect the turntable signal to that input. Otherwise, a phono preamplifier is required between the turntable and an amplifier’s line-level input. Select the phono preamplifier type according to the electrical characteristics of the cartridge being used.
Technical specifications
| Model | SME Audio Model 6 Classic |
|---|---|
| Type | Integrated turntable |
| Tonearm | SME M2-9R |
| Chassis construction | CNC-machined |
| Chassis material | High-density polymer resin |
| Chassis characteristics | High mass, compact footprint and resonance absorption |
| Mechanical components | Precision-manufactured main bearing, platter spindle and drive pulleys |
| Speed control | Electronic control unit with precise adjustment across a wide range |
| Vertical tracking angle | Dial-adjustable |
| Counterweights | Tungsten and tungsten alloy |
| Headshell | Removable, with a double draw-pin mechanism |
| Azimuth | Adjustable at the headshell |
| Cartridge balancing limit | Up to 38 g |
| Limit with a direct-plug-in cartridge head | Up to 46 g |
| Isolation feet | With machined aluminium trim elements |
FAQ
How do I connect the turntable to a stereo amplifier?
Use the amplifier’s phono input or a separate phono preamplifier. A standard line-level input without a phono preamplifier is not designed to receive a turntable signal directly.
What cartridge weight can the tonearm balance?
In the standard tonearm configuration, it can balance a cartridge weighing up to 38 g. With a direct-plug-in cartridge head, the limit is up to 46 g.
Where should I begin when setting up the M2-9R tonearm?
First balance the tonearm and set the correct tracking force for the cartridge. Then adjust the tonearm height and azimuth before checking the stylus position.
What is the purpose of the removable headshell?
It makes installing or changing a cartridge more convenient. The double draw-pin mounting system secures the headshell, while azimuth adjustment helps establish the correct stylus position.
Where is the best place to position this turntable?
Choose a rigid, level surface away from loudspeakers and other sources of vibration. Leave sufficient space around the tonearm for safe operation.
