Description

Series M2-9R Tonearm

The Model M2-9R precision pick up arm developed, by popular demand, from the Model M2-12R offers the design and engineering excellence associated with SME Ltd in a more compact package. As a member of the M2 family this arm is built by enthusiasts for enthusiasts and among its extensive features are included: Vertical and horizontal tracking adjustment, Tungsten balance weights housed in satin chromed brass sleeves. Double draw-pin detachable head shell with azimuth adjustment and height adjustment by thumb wheel enabling its use with wide range of both cartridges and turntables.

Distance from pivot to stylus

233.20mm

Distance from pivot to turntable centre

215.40mm

Cartridge fixing centres

12.70mm

Offset angle

23.63°

Linear offset

93.47mm

Overhang

17.80mm

Height above mounting surface

max. 87.0mm min. 63.0mm

Mounting surface to underside of headshell

max. 67.40mm min. 43.40mm

Depth below mounting surface

46.0mm

Balance weight radial clearance

73.0mm

Effective mass

9.50g

Cartridge balance range

Up to 38.0g (S2-R headshell) Up to 46.0g (Plug-in heads)

Vertical tracking force VTF up to

5.0g

Maximum tracking error

0.013°/mm

Null points

Inner 66.04mm Outer 120.90mm

Weight net

650.0g

Audio lead

1.2m balanced hybrid cable with gold plated connectors