Tonearms — Reed Reed 2B 9.5"

The Reed 2B 9.5" is a unipivot tonearm from Reed, sitting alongside the Reed 2B 10.5" within the brand's 2B family at a shorter effective length. The Reed 2B 9.5" brings Reed's considered unipivot design philosophy to a more conventional 9-inch-class geometry.

Key specs that matter

The unipivot bearing design uses a single-point pivot for low-friction, free-moving tracking. Cartridge balance range is under 35g, matching the 10.5" model. Offset angle is 22.9 degrees, with overhang at 17mm - both figures differing from the 10.5" model to reflect the shorter effective length's distinct geometric requirements.

Sound and use context

Expect the free, responsive tracking character unipivot bearing designs are broadly known for, with the wide sub-35g cartridge balance range accommodating a broad variety of cartridge weights at this more conventional effective length.

Pairing

The sub-35g cartridge balance range accommodates a broad variety of cartridge weights directly, suiting turntables designed for more conventional 9-inch-class tonearm geometry.

Alternatives

Reed's own Reed 2B 10.5" offers a longer effective length alternative within the same broader 2B family, worth comparing directly to find the right Reed tonearm length for a specific turntable.