Calista II vs VPI Industries JMW 12 3D
The JMW 12 3D's effective mass is 12.5 g against the Calista II's 14 g and its effective length 313 mm against 292 mm.
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The Small Audio Manufacture Calista II is a 12-inch unipivot tonearm engineered for audiophile turntables. It features a center pivot of 292 mm and an overhang of 13 mm, with a sequential error of +2/-1 degree. The arm allows regulation of antiskating using the counterweight and includes a height adjustment lever for precise vertical tracking angle (VTA) adjustment. It has an effective weight of approximately 14 grams, categorizing it as a mid-heavy to heavy tonearm suitable for a wide range of cartridges and turntables. The construction materials include aluminum, brass, and stainless steel (inox), and it comes pre-wired with oxygen-free copper wiring for optimal signal transmission. The mounting hole diameter is 25 mm. This tonearm is designed to provide excellent tracking and sonic performance for serious vinyl enthusiasts.
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