JMW-12.6 vs JMW 10.5 classic
The JMW 10.5 classic's effective mass is 12.3 g against the JMW-12.6's 12.5 g and its effective length 267.18 mm against 313 mm.
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The VPI JMW-12.6 is a manual tonearm featuring a uni-pivot bearing design and Nordost Reference internal wiring. It emphasizes mechanical simplicity and low resonance, with specifications including a 313mm effective length and 12.5g effective mass. Designed for integration with VPI turntables like the HR-X, it prioritizes speed accuracy and tracking stability.
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