{"product_id":"korf-audio-ta-af9-ta-af10","title":"Korf Audio TA-AF9 \/ TA-AF10 Tonearm Series II","description":"\u003ch2\u003e We mean\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKorf Audio TA-AF9\/10 Tonearms Series II\u003c\/strong\u003e is a technically unconventional tonearm with a continuous ceramic \u003cstrong\u003earm tube\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eheadshell\u003c\/strong\u003e , combining mechanical innovation with audiophile fidelity. Where many tonearms vary classic metal and bearing combinations, the TA-AF9\/10 consistently relies on high-strength ceramic and a low-friction horizontal bearing, complemented by precise silicon nitride vertical bearings. Sonically, it presents itself as open, direct, and with astonishing control over dynamics and detail, without any \"ornamental\" tonal coloration. In this tonearm, a clear, objective approach meets a result that surpasses many traditional concepts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Product presentation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKorf Audio TA-AF9\/10 Tonearms Series II\u003c\/strong\u003e are available in two effective lengths – 9 inches and 10 inches – at no extra cost, and feature a uniform construction made of alumina-ceramic. Both the arm tube and headshell are constructed from this highly rigid material, which, compared to steel or aluminum tubes, exhibits significantly higher flexural strength and reduced resonance. This material strategy is designed to minimize mechanical energy loss and effectively dissipate resonances.\u003cbr\u003e In the horizontal bearing area, a \u003cstrong\u003eFlexure pivot system\u003c\/strong\u003e is used. Instead of a conventional bearing with balls or sliding surfaces, a torsionally rigid structure is employed, resulting in virtually no starting torque, friction, or mechanical wear. Vertically, the tonearm utilizes ceramic ball bearings, which are among the ceramic ball bearings with the lowest known breakaway torques and offer very high precision in vertical movements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe TA-AF9\/10's adjustments include VTA, overhang, and azimuth. The Series II version offers more precise adjustments, especially for azimuth, and a robust, easy-to-mount base that can be used with either a JIS\/Linn flange or an SME sliding base. Internal wiring consists of 6N OCC Litz conductors with light shielding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Special features \/ Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Ceramic arm tube – Arm tube made of alumina ceramic with high flexural strength, minimizing mechanical energy losses and self-resonances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Integrated ceramic headshell – Headshell also made of ceramic, which increases structural integrity and reduces unwanted inter-resonances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Flexure-Pivot horizontal bearings – contactless horizontal guidance without classic bearing surfaces, virtually no breakaway torque, no friction, maintenance-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Ceramic ball vertical bearings – Ceramic bearings with very low coefficient of friction and high precision, supporting a clean vertical movement without micro-backlash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eMagnetic antiskating – contactless skating compensation without additional friction points in the signal path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Flexible mounting – choice between JIS\/Linn flange and SME sliding base, depending on turntable configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Fine adjustment of azimuth – Series II mechanism with more sensitive azimuth adjustment range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Technology \u0026amp; Materials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The ceramic construction of the TA-AF9\/10 is not merely a cosmetic effect, but a deliberate choice of material: Alumina ceramic has a significantly higher stiffness relative to its weight than steel and even greater advantages over aluminum or titanium. This stiffness is intended to ensure that mechanical energy is not stored in the tube, but rather transferred in a controlled manner to the turntable chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eHorizontal movement is achieved via a Flexure pivot bearing, which operates without conventional friction surfaces and therefore has no starting torque. Vertically, a pair of silicon nitride ceramic bearings ensures precise, low-friction guidance. The internal wiring consists of high-quality 6N OCC Litz cables with light shielding, routed to minimize transitions and contact points. The mounting base clamps the tonearm securely and stably in the turntable chassis to minimize mechanical energy loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Sustainability \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eKorf Audio manufactures the TA-AF9\/10 in limited production runs, focusing on mechanical precision and durability. Maintenance-free bearings, high-strength materials, and user-friendly adjustment elements are selected to ensure the tonearm operates reliably for years and remains mechanically unchanged even after intensive use. There are no fashionable design gimmicks; instead, every design decision serves a clear technical function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Technical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eModel variants\u003c\/strong\u003e TA-AF9 (9 inch) \/ TA-AF10 (10 inch)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEffective length\u003c\/strong\u003e 229 mm (TA-AF9) \/ 245 mm (TA-AF10)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePivot-to-spindle distance\u003c\/strong\u003e 214 mm (TA-AF9) \/ 230 mm (TA-AF10)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOffset angle\u003c\/strong\u003e 22 degrees\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEffective mass\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 21 g\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHorizontal bearing\u003c\/strong\u003e flexure pivot\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eVertical bearing\u003c\/strong\u003e silicon nitride ceramic rolling bearing\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eArm tube material\u003c\/strong\u003e Alumina ceramic\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHeadshell material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alumina ceramic (permanently integrated) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternal cabling\u003c\/strong\u003e 6N OCC Litz\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eConnection:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5-pin DIN plug\u003cbr\u003e JIS\/Linn \u003cstrong\u003emounting base\u003c\/strong\u003e and optional SME sliding base\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMinimum system weight\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 g\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMaximum system weight without additional weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 g\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMax. system weight with additional counterweight\u003c\/strong\u003e 25 g\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTotal weight\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 350 g (TA-AF9) \/ approx. 360 g (TA-AF10)\u003cbr\u003e 3-year \u003cstrong\u003ewarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Test reports \/ Press reviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLP Magazine\u003c\/strong\u003e writes about the TA-AF9\/10: “The vocals are rock-solid, nothing vibrates or wobbles. In fact, this is probably one of the most spectacular tonearm\/cartridge combinations I have encountered over the years.” This statement underscores the impression of a tonearm that impresses with unusual control over movement and tracking, and which does not restrict the cartridge's performance, but rather liberates it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eIndependent reviewers highlight that the combination of ceramic tube, high-end bearing technology and consistent mechanical design results in a sound reproduction that surpasses what is typically found in this price range in many areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Background \/ History \/ Development\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The TA-AF9\/10 was developed by Korf Audio as a logical extension of their tonearm philosophy: Based on the premise that mechanical friction, energy storage, resonances, and mass distribution fundamentally influence playback quality, this led to the use of alumina-ceramic for the arm tube and headshell, as well as the implementation of Flexure pivot and silicon nitride bearings. The Series II variant incorporates improvements in the mechanics and adjustment functions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Basic knowledge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Ceramic as a material – Alumina ceramic offers exceptionally high stiffness and low resonance relative to weight compared to steel, aluminum or titanium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eFlexure pivot bearings – This bearing design uses elastic deformation instead of surface contact, resulting in virtually no friction, no breakaway torque and no wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Silicon nitride bearings – High-precision ceramic ball bearings with very low coefficient of friction and high long-term stability.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Korf","offers":[{"title":"JIS \/ 9 inches","offer_id":56477953261943,"sku":null,"price":3800.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"JIS \/ 10 inches","offer_id":56478116053367,"sku":null,"price":3800.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"SME \/ 9 inches","offer_id":56477953294711,"sku":null,"price":4000.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"SME \/ 10 inches","offer_id":56478116086135,"sku":null,"price":4000.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"JIS + SME \/ 9 inches","offer_id":56477953327479,"sku":null,"price":4070.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"JIS + SME \/ 10 inches","offer_id":56478116118903,"sku":null,"price":4070.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0916\/3567\/9607\/files\/P6151198_jpg.webp?v=1767773695","url":"https:\/\/klang-maschine.de\/en\/products\/korf-audio-ta-af9-ta-af10","provider":"Klang Maschine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}