Overview
VPI - JMW 10.5i
The new JMW 10.5i tonearms begins where the JMW 10 left off. Although they share much of their predecessors' design, including the precision unipivot, damped stainless steel/aluminum arm tube, the 10.5i incorporates several significant improvements.
The JMW 10.5i's larger dropped counterweight puts more mass below the arm's pivot point for improved stability. Nordost Valhalla wire is standard.
A secondary mounting with underbase has been placed between the arm rest and the arm lift to greatly improve the arm's rigidity literally making these the only arms that can do VTA adjustments while listening and then be locked as rigid as a solid mounted arm. Do not discount this function, it counts for the speed and low bass detail in the 10.5i.
Specifications
• The larger dropped counterweight puts more mass below the arm's pivot point for improved stability.
• Nordost Valhalla wire standard.
• A secondary mounting with under-base has been placed between the arm rest and the arm lift to greatly improve the arm's rigidity literally making these the only arms that can do VTA adjustments while listening and then be locked as rigid as a solid mounted arm. Do not discount this function, it counts for the speed and low bass detail in the 10.5i.
• A large knurled VTA tower with a smooth precise feel makes it easy to set VTA during play. This is of major importance with the new set of high definition cartridges now available
• The azimuth ring on the 10.5i has the larger side weights of the 12.7 for improved stability.
• Fluid damping is available for cartridges that require it (such as Grado, Clearaudio)
• All possible parameters are adjustable on these tonearms.
• Optional balanced XLR output connections.
• The 10.5i tonearm wand does not fit the 10.5 or 10 tonearm base. The 10.5i is 12 mm longer and will not work on older JMW 10" arm bases.
What this leads up to is a tonearm with the speed and impact of the JMW-9 Signature but also having the finesse and adjustability of the state of the art JMW-12.7
VPI JMW 10.5i Tonearm Features:
• Nordost Valhalla Internal Wiring
• Fine Adjustment of Tracking Force
• VTA Adjustment on the Fly!
VPI JMW 10.5i Tonearm Includes:
• ArmTube
• Base
• Counterweight
• Anti-Skate Device
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About the Brand
VPI carry a fine range of analogue products which are manufactured and hand assembled in the USA. VPI are one of America's premier analogue turntable and record cleaning manufacturers, boasting over three decades of award winning status. The VPI range offers high precision analogue turntables and tone arms along with two record cleaning machines. Their famous TNT range launched over 10 years ago has been constantly updated, with customers being able to follow a logical upgrade path to audio heaven. In 2003 the company launched the HR-X a new flag ship product and a turntable that offers outstanding performance for its price. Much of this technology has been applied to the 'Scout' series with the Scout Master Reference receiving many coveted awards.
Warranty Information: Cleaning Machines - 1 year (3 years on motor), Turntables - 3 years, SDS - 3 years.
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