SME Model 15

Name: SME Model 15
Brand: SME

High-end turntables · 2015–present In production

$18,199 US reference price

A sub-chassis SME isolated by O-ring suspension towers, with the precision engineering the marque is built on. Sold in the US as the Model 15 Mk2.

Checked against the manufacturer’s site: 2026-07

Good to know

No built-in phono stage — use an amplifier with a phono input or add a separate phono preamplifier.
Sold without a cartridge fitted — budget for a compatible cartridge and setup before first use.
Professional setup of tracking force, alignment, azimuth and arm height is worth budgeting for at this level.

Specifications for SME Model 15
Drive	belt drive
Speeds	33/45 rpm
Operation	manual
Cartridge included	sold bare
Built-in phono stage	No
USB output	No
Bluetooth	No
Platter	aluminium, damped
Tonearm	SME 309
Dimensions	One dealer listing (Audio Emotion, converted from imperial) gave slightly different figures of 428 x 378 x 176mm; the figures used above are taken directly from the manufacturer's own product page and are considered authoritative.
Weight	41.3 lb (18.73 kg)
Warranty	24 months standard; extendable to 5 years with product registration
Years	2015–present