Naim ARO Tonearm

Here we have a Uni-pivot tonearm from British experts Naim Audio. First introduced back in 1989 the ARO was quite an unusual Uni-pivot design that was, and in fact, still is very popular, particularly with Naim owners who run a Linn Sondek as a vinyl front end. Ours is in good condition, in its original box with all the accessories supplied. It also comes with our usual three month warranty.
Naim Audio Say….
The Naim Audio Uni­pivot Tonearm gives very precise and delicate support at audio frequencies combined with freedom of movement outside them. The cartridge is driven by the record exactly as it needs from start to finish. Warping, normally apparent even in new vinyl records, becomes unimportant.
The arm assembly comprises a fixed headshell and arm tube, the bearing housing, and a low slung counterweight stub. Tracking force is applied by the counterweight and will remain correctly set if the arm tube is removed and replaced. Bias compensation (anti-skating force) is adjusted by a thread and falling weight. An outrider and balance weight assembly provide for correct horizontal alignment of the cartridge. Arm height is also easily adjusted. High quality wiring and connectors ensure the effective transfer of information from cartridge to amplifier. Arm tubes can be bought separately, making the changing of cartridges a matter of seconds rather than minutes.
Specifications:
Effective Length: 230 mm
Overhang: 18 mm
Cartridge Weight: 5.5 to 12 grams
Pivot Centre to Platter Centre: 212.5 mm
Cartridge Mounting Height: 40 – 55 mm

To read a review from US publication Stereophile please click here