Linn Arko Tonearm Simplicity The Linn Arko tonearm represents a return to fundamental engineering principles. Designers removed all non-essential elements to focus purely on musical performance. This purist approach ensures the arm wand travels with minimal hindrance. Consequently, your cartridge tracks record grooves with incredible finesse. This design philosophy delivers a clean and transparent soundstage. Moreover, the gimballed platform provides exceptional stability for your stylus. You will hear more detail from your favourite albums than ever before. Each component serves a specific purpose in this elegant assembly. Materials Linn chose high-grade 7075 aluminium for the entire arm wand assembly. This specific material offers a superb strength-to-weight ratio. Because the headshell and gimbal use the same metal, resonance flows away effortlessly. This material synergy effectively banishes undesirable vibrations from the delicate generator. It then moves those resonances safely out through the sub-chassis. Furthermore, the cold-drawn arm tube meets exceedingly high tolerances. A vapour-blasted finish provides a premium raw aesthetic. Your turntable will look as sophisticated as it sounds. Precision Ultra-stable bearings sit at the heart of this high-performance tonearm. A polished stainless-steel through-spindle ensures perfect alignment and stability. This level of accuracy improves the depth and impact of the music. Additionally, the machined headshell features weight-reduction pockets for increased agility. These slots also allow for easy installation of various cartridges. The stainless-steel counterweight further decreases inertia during playback. Therefore, the arm responds quickly to every warp and groove. It remains an ideal partner for the Linn Kendo moving coil cartridge. Technical Specifications Effective Mass 10g Tracking Weight Adjustment 0 – 3g Cartridge Range 2 – 10g Effective Length 229mm Overhang 18mm Offset Angle 24° Pivot to Spindle Distance 211mm Material 7075-grade Aluminium Bearing Type Gimballed
