High End Audio and Accessories
Graham Phantom II Tonearm
The Phantom Model B-44,
recepient of the "Editor's Choice" Award from Harry Pearson (October 2006 issue
of TAS) a Class "A" rating in 2005 from Michael Fremer and runner-up for both
Analog Source Component AND the 2006 Product of the Year award in Stereophile
In designing their newest tonearm, the Phantom II, Bob Graham knew it had to be
far superior to his earlier efforts.
The Graham 1.5, introduced in the early 1990s, was recognized as the first uni-pivot tonearm to realize the full potential of a single-point bearing design. The 1.5 evolved into the 1.5t with Tungsten sideweights and then the 1.5tc including a Ceramic armwand.
Next came the Graham 2.0 followed by the 2.2. Both featured further refinements to the original 1.5 design, most notably in the bearing housing and cap.
Having brought his original design to its utmost realization, Bob Graham began with a "blank sheet of paper" to design his next tonearm, dubbed the Phantom.
The original Phantom was the result of over two years of research into design theory, materials analysis, and extensive testing. This involved not only testing of the individual design components as they were being evaluated, but also comparing the several prototype models against our own Model 2.2 and the available competition.
The Phantom was an immediate success furthering Graham's reputation as the best uni-pivot tonearm. Now, we have the Phantom II. Compared to the orignal Phantom, the new Phantom II has a similar outward appearance, but many key improvements.
1. A refined Magneglide™ stabilizer (fig. 1)
2. New internal wiring for better detail & improved freedom from any mechanical resistance
3. An upgraded pivot design for even greater dynamics
4. New titanium armwand, available in 9" and 10" versions. The armtube
itself, easily removable and using Graham's patented alignment system, offers
the safety, convenience and accuracy of off-turntable cartridge installation and
alignment, as well as allowing quick interchange of multiple pre-mounted
cartridges. It is significantly improved from the earlier armwands, and attaches
to a nearly half-inch wide stainless-steel post-and-connector that supports the
armwand under tension, resulting in virtually a one-piece armtube/pivot assembly
with high damping.
5. MicroPoise VTA calibration (fig. 2)
The final result, the Phantom II, has exceeded Graham's highest expectations, surpassing even his highly-rated original Phantom. When compared to other tonearms on the market, listening tests and user comments consistently reaffirm that the Phantom II ascends to a far higher plane of performance.
The Phantom II is available with Standard mount or SME mount
Phantom II 10" Tonearm $5150
Phantom II 12" Tonearm $5400
SW-6 9" Titanium armwand $750
SW-6L 10" Titanium armwand $1000
SW-6XL 12" Titanium armwand $1250
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Clearaudio Satisfy Carbon Fiber TonearmCartridge balance range: 2.5g - 17g
Vertical tracking force (at min. cartridge weight): 3g
Null points: Inner : 63.6, Outer: 119.5
Overhang: 17.5 mm
Effective Tonearm length: 9 inches (230 mm)
Distance from pivot to stylus: 222 mm
Satisfy Aluminum tonearm $1275
Satisfy Carbon Fiber tonearm $1525
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Clearaudio Verify Carbon Fiber Tonearm
Verify Aluminum tonearm $875
Verify Carbon Fiber tonearm $1000
Clearaudio Magnify Carbon Fiber Tonearm
Magnify Carbon Fiber tonearm $3750
Clearaudio Unify Tonearm Effective mass: 9g
Cartridge balance range: 2.5g-17g
VTF @ min. cartridge weight: 3g
Null points: 63.6 (inner), 119.5 (outer)
Audio lead: Clearaudio SmartCable (1m), 260pF/m, 100 ohms
Overhang: 17.5mm
Effective length: 9"
Distance from pivot to stylus: 222mm
Unify 9" tonearm $2000
Unify 10" tonearm $2150
Unify 12" tonearm $2300
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Clearaudio Universal Tonearm
Cartridge balance range: 2.5g-17g
Null points: 66.04 (inner), 120.9 (outer)
Audio lead: Clearaudio Sixtream cable (1m)
Overhang: 17.3mm
Effective length: 9.4"
Overall length: 320.7mm
Distance from pivot to stylus: 222mm
Maximum tilt angle according to radius: .123 degree/cm
Middle skating factor at radius 133mm and 83.9mm: .49
Mounting style: Linn (Clearaudio 3-point or CA CTA lifter)
Manufacturer's warranty: 3 years
Universal 9" tonearm $6000
Universal 12" tonearm $6500
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Clearaudio TT-2 Tonearm
The TT-2 represents the pinnacle in performance of the linear tracking arm design. It incorporates some completely new designs, which include a Quartz arm wand and Quartz shafts for the arm carriage bearings to roll on. The TT-2 truly represents the reference in musical reproduction and replaces the now famous Master TQ-I.
| Tracking principle: | Patented two-point tangential tracking, resonance-optimized chassis Version: silver aluminium |
| Construction design: | Strictly mechanical Selected high precision ball bearings running in a polished glass tube |
| Weight: | Approx. 1990 g (without tonearm base; base: appr.: 235 g) |
| Dimensions (W/D/H in inches): | Approx: 12 x 4 x 3 |
| Dimensions (W/D/H in mm): | Approx: 300 x 100 x 70 |
| Manufacturers guarantee*: | 5 Years |
TT-2 Tonearm $10,000
Clearaudio TT-3 Tonearm
The tonearm TT3 opens the door to the world of professional tangential tracking without any compromises.
It offers perfect tangency and guarantees absolute zero tracking errors. Both clearaudio tonearm models TT2 / TT3 have an integrated and comfortable height adjustment possibility during play back.
The TT3 offers an extensive, solid, three dimensional music reproduction. It is compatible with all phono cartridges and provides significant audible improvements.
| Tracking principle: | Patented two-point tangential tracking, resonance-optimized chassis Version: silver aluminium |
| Construction design: | Strictly mechanical Selected high precision ball bearings running in a polished glass tube |
| Weight: | Approx: 670 gram without base base only approx. 235 gram |
| Dimensions (W/D/H in inches): | Approx: 10.3 x 2 x 4 |
| Dimensions (W/D/H in mm): | Approx: 260 x 50 x 100 |
| Manufacturers guarantee*: TT-3 Tonearm $3750 |
5 Years |
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Ortofon AS-212S 9" tone arm
Ortofon AS-309S 12" tone arm
Ortofon RS-309D 12" tone armThe new Ortofon TA-110 tonearm has gone
to the next level by reducing unwanted vibrations in the
tonearm
Effective mass without headshell 3.5 g
Mass of supplied headshell 15.5 g
Effective armlength (distance between the stylus and pivot point): 231.0 mm
Length (Distance between the pivot point and turntable center): 213.0 mm
Offset angle: 23.9 degrees
Overhang: 18.0 mm
Tracking force adjusting range (direct reading): 0-3 g
Height adjustment range: 35-55 mm
Diameter of the armbase mounting hole: 19-20 mm
The new Ortofon TA-110 tonearm has gone to the next level by reducing unwanted vibrations in the tonearm.
Ortofon's material know-how is the first area of the Ortofon technology that was applied when developing the TA-110.
As a specialist in technical rubber, Ortofon used one of its special rubber compounds when creating the specially shaped rubber with high vibration dampening properties. The rubber pieces are produced at the Ortofon technical rubber facilities in Nakskov.
The second area of Ortofon technology is the extensive knowledge of vibration properties and characteristics. Ortofon has acquired this know-how via the developement of Bone conductors for the hearing aid industry. By using this knowledge and the related computer programs that simulated vibration in different shapes and materials, Ortofon came up with an optimized TA-110.
The TA-110 is a product with great benefits for the discerning analogue user
The TA-110 is given a precision machined slit in the middle of the aluminium tube. A piece of Ortofon's special vibration damping rubber is inserted into the slit. An armtube without slit and rubber damper is symmetrical in a vertical and lateral plane with respect to vibrations. The slit breaks this symmetry, and mounting the rubber insert gives the desired damping.
The TA-110 a static balanced gimbal type arm, which makes it easy to use and adjust for optimal VTF settings.
The TA-110 has a standard 5-pin DIN connector for tonearm cable.
The tonearm geometry allows for a Baerwald alignment (also the IEC recommendations).
Equipped with a standard headshell connector, TA-110 can easily be adjusted in accordance with the included mounting template.
The TA-110 can ideally be combined with MC Windfeld, MC A90 and the new Ortofon Xpression.
The combination of Xpression, ST-80 SE Moving Coil transformer and TA-110 gives a supreme experience!
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Ortofon accessories for installation of cartridges and tonearms
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APJ-1 - Adaptor for SPU-A houses APJ-1 extends A-shell models to standard GM-length
Weight: 6.5g
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Extra weight for AS-309S tonearm |
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DS-1 Digital stylus pressure gauge Digital stylus pressure gauge is a miniature ultra precision instrument that tunes your tonearm to the highest possible degree and helps you enjoy music to heart's content. The digital stylus pressure scale is a precision instrument with the tolerence of +/-0.1g. The scale is factory pre-calibrated. • Operational weight range： 0.1g to 200g • Battery： 2 × CR 2032 • Size：(L) 120mm × (W) 60mm × (H) 17mm • Weight： 70g $159.00
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Stroboscope SB-1 The SB-1 stroboscope is essential for audiophile to tune presicely the speed of turnatble's rotation for recordmusic listening. |
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LUG-B4 Speaker cable connector Y plug is usable up to 8 mm diameter binding postInner diameter of PIN: 5.4 mm Package: 4 pcs/set Terminal: Y plug/Banana plug Rhodium plated |
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Bubble Level A new quality accessory for very accurate mount level measurement.Bubble level is framed in a stable aluminum housing with a glass plate with measurement grid. Three contact points and the housing size ensure stable positioning and clear indication of any sloping at all. |
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Libelle for accurate mount level measurement |
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Cartridge alignment protractor Download "How to align a cartridge for tangency using the alignment protractor" Learn more http://www.audiophilia.com/features/cartridge_setup.htm |
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Scale (Stylus pressure gauge) |
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SPU N adaptors Headshell adaptors for SPU N Royal, SPU N Classic, SPU N Reference Gold and SPU Mono A. |
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T4P P-mount Headshell adaptor |
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Carbon brush Stylus brush for use with any cartridge - Carbon Fiber-type |
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Set of screws for OM
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Set of lead wires for cartridges |
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Ortofon headshells are an elegant and high quality solution
Ortofon’s headshells comprise of the highest quality materials and add unique distinction to your turntable
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LH-2000 $69.00 The LH-2000 is a basic high quality headshell designed specifically for HiFi use. Providing a clean, minimalist aesthetic, the LH-2000 is great for a wide variety of cartridges.
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LH-6000 $99.00 The LH-6000 is a high quality headshell designed specifically for the Kontrapunkt series, Jubilee, MC Windfeld and Cadenza Series cartridges. Its rounded front portion facilitates proper mounting and compliments each of these cartridges.
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LH-8000 $129.00 The LH-8000 is a high quality handmade wood-based headshell with a polished brass finger lift. The highly attractive LH-8000 is perfect for a variety of cartridges.
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LH-9000 $199.00 The LH-9000 is a new exceptionally high quality headshell made by carbon fiber. The new LH-9000 is perfect for a variety of high-end cartridges.
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The new LH-10000 is a new exceptionally high quality headshell made by high performance aluminum alloy with zinc as the primary alloying element. The Al alloy applied for LH-10000 is strong, with strength comparable to many steels, has good fatigue strength and average machinability, but less resistance to corrosion than many other Al alloys. LH-10000 was given a precision machined slit on the top plate. A piece of Ortofon's special proprietary TPE (Thermo-Plastic Elastomer) compound with excellent damping properties is integrated into the slit. LH-10000 is fitted with the set of the most sophisticated lead wires identical to Ortofon LW-800S, composed of pure silver and silver coated wire. Silver coated wire transmits the very clear high tone signals, which brings the brilliant tonality. LH-10000 is azimuth adjustable, which is beneficial for optimal channel separation. LH-10000 is perfect for a variety of high-end cartridges, including MC A90, MC Windfeld, Cadenza Series cartridges as well as the historical Jubilee and Kontrapunkt Series. The LH-10000 will be a perfect match to one of these Ortofon High-End cartridges and the Ortofon TA-110 and TA-210 tonearms.
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- New armtube of composite material
- Effective length: 240 mm
- Effective Mass 14 grams
- Overhang: 17.24 mm
- Offset angle: 23 degrees
- Mounting distance (platter to armhole centers): 223 mm
- Mounting hole diameter: 24 - 25 mm
- Maximum armboard thickness: 27 mm
- Length of external cable: 1.2 meters
- Cable capacitance: 0.002 uF
- Cable resistance: 0.002 ohms
- Total weight: 448 grams
- Threaded VTA adjuster included
- MSRP $990
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Origin Live Encounter MK3c Tonearm
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Arm uses the standard Rega mounting geometry
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Effective length 240 mm
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Overhang 17.24 mm
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Offset angle 23 degrees
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Mounting distance platter centre to arm hole centre 223 mm
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Diameter of mounting hole: 24 - 25 mm
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Size of base mounting nut 32mm A/F (across flats)
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Maximum armboard thickness 27mm
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Length of external cable 1.2m except for DJ option of 2m
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Capacitance in uF 120 pF per channel
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Resistance in Ohms 0.002 ohm
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Effective mass in grams 14.5g
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Total weight in grams 758g
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Stylus Force gauge included
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Threaded VTA adjuster included: built-in
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MSRP $1550
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Origin Live Illustrious Mk3c Tonearm
- New armtube of composite material
- Arm uses the standard Rega mounting geometry
- Effective length: 240 mm
- Overhang: 17.24 mm
- Offset angle: 23 degrees
- Mounting distance: platter centre to arm hole centre 223 mm
- Diameter of mounting hole: 24 - 25 mm
- Size of base mounting nut: 32mm A/F (across flats)
- Maximum armboard thickness: 27mm
- Length of external cable: 1.2m except for DJ option of 2m
- Capacitance in uF: 120 pF per channel
- Resistance in Ohms: 0.002 ohm
- Effective mass in grams 14.5g
- Total weight in grams 820g
- Stylus Force guage included
- Threaded VTA adjuster included: built-in
- MSRP $2750
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Origin Live Conqueror MK3c Tonearm
- New Carbon Fiber and Ebony Hybrid Armtube
- Highest grade materials are used throughout
- Yoke incorporates a newly developed de-coupling design to increase transparency
- Superlative ceramic bearings to Origin Live design
- Effective length: 240 mm
- Overhang: 17.24 mm
- Offset angle: 23 degrees
- Mounting distance (platter to armhole centers): 223 mm
- Mounting hole diameter: 24 - 25 mm
- Maximum armboard thickness: 27 mm
- Length of external cable: 1.2 meters
- Cable capacitance: 0.002 uF
- Cable resistance: 0.002 ohms
- Effective mass: 14.5 grams
- Total weight: 820 grams
- MSRP $3800
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Origin Live Enterprise-C Tonearm
- New armtube incorporating bi-metalic technology to reduce resonance and increase rigidity.
- Specialy selected materials used throughout.
- Low friction, completely stable dual pivot bearing design for vertical movement.
- Additional de-coupling of the yoke is achieved via a turret plate system with the yoke rigidly attached to the arm tube.
- Bearings for horizontal movement using highly specified low friction bearings conventionaly oriented.
- Inbuilt VTA height adjustment.
- Linear Flow 2 internal wiring is also only used on this arm.
- Linear Flow 2 external wiring.
- Silver bullet plugs.
- MSRP $6900
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Origin Live Tonearms are Available only with Hanss Acoustic Turntables, see turntable page for more info
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• Damped headshell
• Annealed-aluminum coaxial damped armtube
• Clamping yoke design that firmly couples the headshell tube to the bearing tube, making for a single unit yet allowing azimuth rotation of the headshell
• Silicone-fluid trough tonearm damping
• Bearings featuring hand-crafted, hardened and polished needle cones
• Progressive anti-skating design
• Sophisticated system of decoupled counterweights, allowing proper stylus force for any cartridge without altering effective mass
• Easy 3-screw installation, with no large VTA hole
• Type: gimbal-bearing tonearm
• Effective length: 250mm
• Pivot-to-spindle distance: 233.5mm
• Overhang: 16.5mm
• Offset angle: 22°
• Effective mass: 11g
• Bearing offset: 22°
- Available in black or silver finish
- RCA termination
- XLR termination
- DIN termination
- 25 cm box output RCA
- 1m, 1.5m & 2m phono cable length
- MSRP $4950
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Helius Designs
