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Key Features
The Ortofon AS-309R is an advanced 12-inch tonearm, boasting over 130 meticulously redesigned components, engineered to achieve a detailed listening experience. Being significantly longer than the AS-212R, this tonearm offers lower tracking distortion and vibrations for superior playback quality. Its distinctive S-shaped design, coupled with flexible copper internal wiring, allows the AS-309R to move freely, enabling remarkable record tracking and audio fidelity.
With a 311 mm mounting distance and 16.75-degree offset angle, the AS-309R has been optimised to capture every nuance of your audio with minimal distortion. Moreover, this tonearm is constructed from a high-grade aluminium alloy, providing both outstanding rigidity and durability.
The AS-309R's effective seven-gram arm mass is compatible with a broad selection of cartridges, ranging from 18 to 38 grams. Its adjustable height and brass-made universal connector make transitioning between headshells and cartridges simple. Additionally, the inclusion of a 5-pol DIN socket will expand your connectivity options, allowing for integration with a variety of tonearm cables. This makes the AS-309R a perfect choice for vinyl lovers with unique listening needs.
Product Ref: 288644
Mounting distance | 311 mm |
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Effective length | 323.5 mm |
Overhang | 12.5 mm |
Offset angle | 16.75 degrees |
Stylus point to the rear end of the headshell | 52 mm |
Tonearm geometry | Baerwald alignment (IEC recommendation, the null point is 66 and 120.9 mm) |
Arm shaft diameter | 18 mm |
Recommended arm shaft hole diameter | 22 mm |
Cartridge weight | 18 to 26 g (with standard weight, including shell)26 to 38 g (with heavy weight, including shell) |
Tonearm weight | 680 g / 730 g standard weight/heavy weight |
Height above mounting surface | 59 – 79 mm (up to top of the tonearm) |
Counterweight radial clearance | 85 mm for standard weight; 93 mm for heavy weight (measured from pivot point) |
Distance from mounting surface to top of platter | 20 – 48 mm |
Effective arm mass | 11 g |
Product Code | ORTATONAS309R1 |