{"product_id":"clearaudio-universal-12-zoll-tonarm-din-schwarz","title":"Clearaudio Universal 12-Inch Tonearm DIN, Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Clearaudio Universal 12-inch DIN is a radial tonearm with an extremely low-friction precision bearing and a carbon armtube – this version with 308.01 mm effective length, a 5-pin DIN connector at the arm, and black aluminium parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe difference from the RCA version sits at the arm base: instead of a permanently fitted cable, you'll find a 5-pin DIN output here. That turns the tonearm cable into a replaceable component. Everything else stays the same – selected ball bearings on the vertical and horizontal axes, a low-resonance carbon tube, and fine adjustment that covers tracking force, azimuth and VTA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Universal 12-inch with DIN?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it lets you separate two concerns. The arm delivers the mechanics: 308.01 mm effective length, 13.01 mm overhang, 18.85° offset angle – a geometry that keeps the stylus closer to the tangent across the record side than any 9-inch arm. The cable delivers the signal transfer, and you're free to change that later without dismounting the arm. Handy for anyone who likes to upgrade one thing at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA high-end radial arm in black, made from aluminium, stainless steel and carbon, with 5-pin DIN at the arm base. The matching cable is already included: Clearaudio Super Sixstream, 1.1 m, terminated from DIN to RCA. Cartridges from 2.9 to 21.0 grams can be balanced, with the counterweight part of the delivery. The arm weighs 760 grams including counterweight and needs 295 mm mounting distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the Universal 12-inch DIN for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor listeners with a large turntable and the wish to keep the tonearm cable open to change – for instance because the phono stage is built around DIN, or a cable upgrade is already planned. Bottom line: if you never intend to swap the cable, you gain nothing here and do just as well with the RCA version, which has no extra connector in the signal path. And without 295 mm mounting distance on your turntable, neither version will work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe same low-compromise mechanics as the RCA version, just with one more option: the cable stays swappable. Precision bearing, carbon tube, complete alignment, five-year manufacturer's warranty. Whether DIN or RCA makes more sense in your system is something we'll tell you honestly at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil – even when the cheaper option is the right one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e radial tonearm, 12-inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBearing:\u003c\/strong\u003e extremely low-friction precision bearing, high-precision selected ball bearings for vertical and horizontal axes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArmtube:\u003c\/strong\u003e carbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e aluminium (black), stainless steel, carbon armtube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEffective length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 308.01 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverhang:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.01 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOffset angle:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18.85°\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting distance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 295 mm (tonearm pivot to spindle)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 420 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable cartridge weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.9 g – 21.0 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine adjustment:\u003c\/strong\u003e tracking force, azimuth, VTA (VTA during playback)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnection at the arm:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5-pin DIN (tonearm cable detachable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCabling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clearaudio Super Sixstream, 1.1 m, terminated DIN to RCA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 760 g (incl. counterweight)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5-year manufacturer's warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScope of delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e tonearm with counterweight, Super Sixstream cable (1.1 m, DIN to RCA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the DIN connection give me over RCA?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFreedom of cable choice. The 5-pin DIN plug at the arm turns the tonearm cable into an independent component: you can swap it for a different one later without touching the arm. The included Super Sixstream (1.1 m, DIN to RCA) is already a very good cable – you're not starting from zero.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the mounting distance of the 12-inch version?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e295 mm from tonearm pivot to platter spindle, with 308.01 mm effective length, 13.01 mm overhang and an 18.85° offset angle. At 420 mm overall length, the arm is considerably longer than a 9-inch model. We work out with you in advance whether your turntable or tonearm base can accommodate that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich cartridges suit the Universal 12-inch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll cartridges between 2.9 and 21.0 grams. That covers common MM and MC cartridges. Truly heavy cartridges above 21 grams can no longer be balanced by the counterweight – tell us your cartridge and we'll check before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I adjust tracking force, azimuth and VTA myself?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, all three can be finely adjusted, VTA even while the record is playing. That's exactly what makes the arm interesting for top-tier cartridges. If you don't trust yourself with the initial setup: on request, we set up the arm fully aligned for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Universal 12-inch DIN from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause a DIN arm brings two decisions together: alignment and cable choice. We advise you on both, check the mounting distance against your turntable, and handle the warranty correctly as an authorised Clearaudio dealer. Call us at +41 44 680 22 00, WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls), or shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlternative tonearm cables are under \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/phonokabel\"\u003ePhono Cables\u003c\/a\u003e, more arms under \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/tonarme\"\u003eTonearms\u003c\/a\u003e. Find the matching cartridge under \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/tonabnehmer\"\u003eCartridges\u003c\/a\u003e, the amplification under \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/phono-vorverstarker\"\u003ePhono Preamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clearaudio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53223320158544,"sku":null,"price":6130.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/clearaudio-universal-12-zoll-tonarm-din-schwarz-schraegansicht.jpg?v=1785863274","url":"https:\/\/hdzuerisee.ch\/en\/products\/clearaudio-universal-12-zoll-tonarm-din-schwarz","provider":"HD Zürisee AG","version":"1.0","type":"link"}