Tone arms
27/09/07 13:57 |
Tone arms
The tone arm plays a vital role in providing accurate
geometry for the stylus to track the record, whilst
managing and dumping unwanted resonances and vibrations
into the turntable base. In our view, the ability to
finely adjust effective length, offset angle, azimuth
and stylus rake angle are critical. Otherwise tracing
distortions are inevitable.
In our research we noted that cast tone arms often exhibit a graininess to the sound, which to our ears was unacceptable. We offer the Dynavector 507 MkII, our own Artisan tonearm, the Morsiani uni-pivot and the Triplanar (as OEM fit with Galibier turntables).
Dynavector 507 MkII
The 507 is a beautiful tone arm, superbly crafted and a dream to set up and use. Its design is unique in allowing low inertia in the vertical axis (to accommodate record warp) and high inertia in the lateral axis. It is a superb performer, and unusual in not adding its own sonic imprint to the music played. Sadly overlooked in the UK due to the fashion for sprung sub-chassis isolation, however well worth considering for use with a solid turntable.
£2995 inc VAT
Artisan Capriccio
In reviewing the Raven One turntable we were intrigued by how well the Vivid tone arm performed. We tracked it back to the manufacturer in Japan (who also manufactured tone arms for Linn and Mission amongst many others). After a 12 month development programme we have finalised a number of unique refinements which enable this elegant, classic design to punch well above its weight.
In addition to the convenience of the removable head shell, the collet arrangement allows for easy azimuth adjustment. We find this a vital adjustment because cartridge manufacturers cannot align the stylus precisely perpendicular to the fixing face of the cartridge body. The pivot height is easy to adjust and the head shell slots are generous, allowing precise overhang and offset adjustment. Our detailed installation guide and protractor includes clear instructions for Baerwald alignment.
Specification
Cartridge mass range 4 - 12 gm
Effective length 234 mm
Peak tracking error 1.33°
Horizontal sensitivity 20 mg
Vertical sensitivity 20 mg
£250 with standard arm cable
£495 with Discovery Plus 4 arm cable
In our research we noted that cast tone arms often exhibit a graininess to the sound, which to our ears was unacceptable. We offer the Dynavector 507 MkII, our own Artisan tonearm, the Morsiani uni-pivot and the Triplanar (as OEM fit with Galibier turntables).
Dynavector 507 MkII
The 507 is a beautiful tone arm, superbly crafted and a dream to set up and use. Its design is unique in allowing low inertia in the vertical axis (to accommodate record warp) and high inertia in the lateral axis. It is a superb performer, and unusual in not adding its own sonic imprint to the music played. Sadly overlooked in the UK due to the fashion for sprung sub-chassis isolation, however well worth considering for use with a solid turntable.
£2995 inc VAT
Artisan Capriccio
In reviewing the Raven One turntable we were intrigued by how well the Vivid tone arm performed. We tracked it back to the manufacturer in Japan (who also manufactured tone arms for Linn and Mission amongst many others). After a 12 month development programme we have finalised a number of unique refinements which enable this elegant, classic design to punch well above its weight.
In addition to the convenience of the removable head shell, the collet arrangement allows for easy azimuth adjustment. We find this a vital adjustment because cartridge manufacturers cannot align the stylus precisely perpendicular to the fixing face of the cartridge body. The pivot height is easy to adjust and the head shell slots are generous, allowing precise overhang and offset adjustment. Our detailed installation guide and protractor includes clear instructions for Baerwald alignment.
Specification
Cartridge mass range 4 - 12 gm
Effective length 234 mm
Peak tracking error 1.33°
Horizontal sensitivity 20 mg
Vertical sensitivity 20 mg
£250 with standard arm cable
£495 with Discovery Plus 4 arm cable