AS-212S vs SME 3009 Series II
The 3009 Series II's effective mass is 9 g against the AS-212S's 3.5 g and its effective length 229 mm against 231 mm.
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
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The Ortofon AS-212S is a 9-inch S-shaped tonearm developed for use with Ortofon phono cartridges by Jelco of Japan. It features an SME type connection suitable for SPU cartridge fixing or a standard headshell. The tonearm is designed to minimize unwanted vibration and distortion, ensuring crisp sound reproduction. It includes anti-skating control and is statically balanced, simplifying needle pressure adjustment.
Tonearm specifications
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The 3009 Series II's effective mass is 9 g against the AS-212S's 3.5 g and its effective length 229 mm against 231 mm.
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
The 3009 S2 Early's effective mass is 9.5 g against the AS-212S's 3.5 g and its effective length 228.6 mm against 231 mm.
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
The HR-100S's effective mass is 11 g against the AS-212S's 3.5 g and its effective length 229 mm against 231 mm.
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