

Side view of the SME tonearm – exquisite! or approximately double my Rega P7!)Īs you can also see, the pics were taken before Dave set the anti-skate, so the anti-skate weight/arm is not attached in these photos. (The new wood plinth makes the already hefty table weigh in at 42 lbs. The colour is called “Santos Mahogany” and, as you can see, it’s a gorgeous finish. Indeed, the table and arm look absolutely stunning.ĭave worked with a local woodworker in New Hampshire and had a custom wood outer plinth made for it.

I have to admit, it exceeds my expectations. To whet my appetite a little, he sent me some pictures of the finished product. I’ve been sick the past few days but received some news a few days ago that significantly brightened my spirits.ĭave at Vinyl Nirvana informed me that my restored Thorens TD 125 MKII (with SME 3009 Series II tonearm) has been completed and is on its way to me.
