In lobby with Brian Laker, my tour guideStarted in the Quality Control room...impressive array of measurement toolsAnother shot of QC roomI was impressed with the passion of the QC workers I met...very committed to sending out only the bestNow out to the floor...most machines are now CNC basedIf you know SME, I am sure you recognize these iconic base plates...solid brass...right out the cnc.Still many many steps to the finish process...Line of machines from different angle...Solid aluminum plates for turntables in their present lineOff the machine earlier in the day...Headshells for the M2 line...magnesium, light but incredibly sturdy. These are without finish.Solid aluminum platters for one of the tables in their new linePlatter detail...More parts awaiting finish...Solid brass arm yokes...waiting for finishMany parts twirl in this emulsion for hours before the next step in the finish processThere are several of these vats, all on timers specific to the partAnd now to the assembly room...these are headshells near completionDon't think it didn't cross my mind to fill my pockets! 🙂Prototypes...Like a kid in a candy store...Post assembly, these current tables from their line-up are having their motors and bearings testedMore shots of the assembly roomPacking room...All boxed and ready to go...