Kuzma - Stogi Ref 313 - 12" Reference Tonearm

Kuzma - Stogi Ref 313 - 12" Reference Tonearm 

The Stogi Ref 313, 12" tonearm by Kuzma incorporates the same conical tube, vertical bearings, and highly damped brass housing as the Stogi Ref. Additionally, it features a rigid, detachable headshell. The conical tube is machined from a continuous, solid aluminum rod.

This is a very rigid medium mass tonearm with precision, ceramic ball bearings which display extremely low: noise levels, starting friction, and running friction. The main frame and all other parts are machined from solid aluminum or brass blocks. Some parts are anodized and some are not, in order to help control tonearm resonance. The detachable headshell provides a stable cartridge mounting, while the internally damped tube connects this to the massive bearing parts where any vibration or noise is dispersed. Most parts are glued together for rigidity and damping.

The headshell is secured with a unique hexagonal locking system, giving the same rigidity as with a fixed headshell. The electrical connection is via standard pins but the headshell can be easily removed by unscrewing with a hex key.

A decoupled brass counterweight controls balance and adjusts tracking force, while damping vibration in the tube. The conical tube machined from a solid aluminum rod is internally damped and divided into two parts which also allows for precise azimuth adjustment. A worm-drive mechanism, operated with a hex key, allows the tube to be rotated back and forth in minimal increments with no air gap. This mechanism is submerged in silicone grease for further damping. A marker line clearly shows the azimuth position and facilitates use, while allowing for repeated adjustments.

The massive arm base serves to clamp the tonearm rigidly to the arm-board. All bearings are pre-loaded and glued into position. This creates a long-lasting, zero-play bearing with low friction and low noise. VTA adjustment is made by raising or lowering the tonearm in the arm base itself.

Internal connection wires are continuous from cartridge pins to output connectors. High quality wires are incorporated into our own cable. Output connections are available in: 5-Pin DIN, RCA or XLR (Balanced).

NOTE: USA sales and shipment only. This product is special order. Tonearms do not come with a cartridge. No cables are included with DIN Tonearms. Some Kuzma items ship from overseas, so delivery times may vary. Accordingly, delivery may take 4-6+ weeks. For questions about availability and shipment, please contact Sound Approach.