1970 solid wood SME 3009 Thorens TD 124 MK1 MK2 MKI MK II armboard vintage Used Within the EU, will ship with GLS Austria or Hermes Austria. For non EU locations, a signed for Hungarian post service will be used.

Garrard 301 SME 3009 Series 1 Decca MK11 1962. This has a bit of a story behind it. I bought this from a vintage clock specialist. He had acquired it in a deceased estate from people known to him in his village in Mid Wales, The turntable and tonearm were owned by the original owner from new until this summer, also I have every reason to believe the cartridge was too. It always amazes me how some equipment is trashed in a few years and other equipment is cherished and kept beautifully for 60 odd years. The gentleman that owned it bought the SME 3009 series 1 tonearm in 1959, this rings true as the 1st 300 3009s ever made had no serial number. This tonearm has no serial number. It sat in its box until 1962 when the Garrard 301 was bought when the owner returned from overseas serving in the Royal Navy. The next thing is the MK11 Decca cartridge. Designed and released around 1958. It is of note that the SME connection piece (the interface between cartridge and tonearm) is typical of that supplied with the series one in 1959. It is an SME product not Decca but made for Decca cartridges. This leads me to believe that both the tonearm and cartridge were bought at the same time. Also there was no other headshell with the turntable and I believe this Decca to be the only cartridge ever fitted. The next amazing fact is the cartridge plays perfectly at 3 grams, the stylus is clean and fresh. It makes you wonder how often it was used, my imagination has me believing it was, maybe, kept out of arms reach and just playing carols at Christmas who knows but the whole turntable is just so fresh. The paintwork is lovely, it runs silently and accurately with true speed with the control knob in the position in the photos. Take a look at the photo of the platter without the mat, its like new which is a real indicator of use and condition. The original Garrard mat had disintegrated sadly but Im supplying a quality heavy Technics rubber mat. The tonearm is unmodified and in honest condition, slight patina on the knife edge roof but otherwise lovely. It didnt have a bias arrangement which is typical of the original as the bias was an optional extra at the time. The bias weight and holder are new aftermarket bought by myself, the clip on the tonearm was made by me and gently clips into place and has left no marks. Ive added new oil to the bearing but it other than that its just like the day it was made. This is obviously a rare opportunity to own a real historical artifact in museum condition. I had toyed with the idea of buying a top of the range plinth but I havent had the heart to remove it from the hand made plinth that the turntable and tonearm have shared for over 60 years, I also think that the cream and black compliment each other, it is representative of the period. Any questions please ask. I will not post under any circumstances so dont ask. You can collect and audition from LL38 on the Welsh coast with lovely valves and Klipsch Cornwall MKivs No PayPal cash or bank transfer only. No offers. If you want an opportunity to own a fresh example that hasnt been beaten half to death then this is the one.

superb turntable and 3009 tonearm is in superb conditionand perfect working order with ortofon stylus

superb turntable and 3009 tonearm is in superb condition. Will be packaged with the lid on and foam/polystyrene inside the lid to make sure it would be safe. The turntable would then be packaged in high density polystyrene and a double walled box.

superb turntable and 3009 tonearm is in superb condition

Thorens TD160 B MK11 / SME 3009 series 11 improved /Ortofon VMS20E MK11. Lovely Thorens TD160 B MK11 with SME 3009 with original plinth Oak veneered in real walnut and waxed to a lovely finish Fitted with Ortofon VMS 20E MK11 which matches this arm perfectly, sounds fantastic New custom made lid fitted with rega hinges ( I think these work best as they enable the dust cover to lift off so much easier ) Thicker MDF baseboard finished in satin black with new rubber feet . (Can supply the original if preferred) Polished platter Overall this turntable is set up perfectly ,needs nothing and sounds really nice. Unfortunately I will definitely not post due to the very delicate nature of the turntable so collection only from Felixstowe, Suffolk , where you can have a listen before taking away if you wish. Please study photos carefully Auction is for turntable only not any other items in the pictures. Any questions or more photos required, don’t hesitate to ask . Paul UK AUCTION ONLY

superb turntable and 3009 tonearm is in superb condition

Thorens TD160 B MK11 / SME 3009 series 11 improved /Ortofon VMS20E MK11. Lovely Thorens TD160 B MK11 with SME 3009 with original plinth Oak veneered in real walnut and waxed to a lovely finish Fitted with Ortofon VMS 20E MK11 which matches this arm perfectly, sounds fantastic New custom made lid fitted with rega hinges ( I think these work best as they enable the dust cover to lift off so much easier ) Thicker MDF baseboard finished in satin black with new rubber feet . (Can supply the original if preferred) Polished platter Overall this turntable is set up perfectly ,needs nothing and sounds really nice. Unfortunately I will definitely not post due to the very delicate nature of the turntable so collection only from Felixstowe, Suffolk , where you can have a listen before taking away if you wish. Please study photos carefully Auction is for turntable only not any other items in the pictures. Any questions or more photos required, don’t hesitate to ask . Paul UK AUCTION ONLY

Thorens TD160 B MK11 / SME 3009 series 11 improved /Ortofon VMS20E MK11. Lovely Thorens TD160 B MK11 with SME 3009 with original plinth Oak veneered in real walnut and waxed to a lovely finish Fitted with Ortofon VMS 20E MK11 which matches this arm perfectly, sounds fantastic New custom made lid fitted with rega hinges ( I think these work best as they enable the dust cover to lift off so much easier ) Thicker MDF baseboard finished in satin black with new rubber feet . (Can supply the original if preferred) Polished platter Overall this turntable is set up perfectly ,needs nothing and sounds really nice. Unfortunately I will definitely not post due to the very delicate nature of the turntable so collection only from Felixstowe, Suffolk , where you can have a listen before taking away if you wish. Please study photos carefully Auction is for turntable only not any other items in the pictures. Any questions or more photos required, don’t hesitate to ask . Paul UK AUCTION ONLY