THORENS TD521S Acrylic Armboard for SME 12" Long Tonearm w/ Screws [EXC+]

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THORENS TD521S FACTORY SMOKED ACRYLIC ARMBOARD!
Official Factory Armboard for Thorens TD521S Turntable (SME 12-inch Long Arm Cutout)
Includes Original Mounting Screws - Excellent Crystal Clear Condition

Emotive Introduction
Elevate and restore your flagship Thorens TD521S turntable with its authentic factory acrylic armboard.
Designed specifically for the legendary Thorens TD521S flagship plinth, this genuine original armboard is precision-cut from thick, resonant-damped smoked acrylic.
It features the highly sought-after SME slide-base cutout pattern, perfectly positioned for SME 12-inch long tonearms (such as the SME 3012, 3012-R, and Series III Long) with an exact spindle-to-pivot distance of approximately 295mm.
Acquiring a genuine factory Thorens TD521S armboard in clean condition—complete with all four original mounting hex bolts—is an extraordinarily rare opportunity for vintage audiophiles today.
An essential, museum-grade component to achieve flawless SME long-tonearm mounting on your world-class Thorens turntable.

Condition & Preservation
Cosmetic Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Possesses fantastic transparency and high surface luster. Shows only light, natural handling micro-wipes upon close inspection, but free from deep cracks, heavy scratches, or chipped corners.
Mounting Precision: Factory SME cutout slot (approx. 30 x 70 mm) and screw threads are clean, sharp, and unaltered.
Included Bolts: Includes all 4 original mounting bolts shown in photos, allowing immediate setup upon arrival.
(Please inspect the high-resolution close-up photos for exact physical condition.)

Specifications & Dimensions
Brand: Thorens (Switzerland / Germany)
Model Compatibility: Thorens TD521S / TD521 Turntable Plinth System
Tonearm Compatibility: SME 12-inch Long Tonearms (SME 3012 / 3012-R / Series III Long, etc.)
Material: Thick Precision Smoked Acrylic
Overall Dimensions: Approx. W170 x H28 x D154 mm
Tonearm Cutout Size: Approx. 30 x 70 mm
Spindle-to-Pivot Center Distance: Approx. 295 mm

What's Included
Includes: 1x Genuine Thorens TD521S Smoked Acrylic Armboard, 4x Original Mounting Screws/Bolts
(Note: Items included are exactly as shown in the images.)
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