Tonearms — Reed REED 3P 10.5"

The REED 3P 10.5" is a distinctive hybrid tonearm from Reed, using a unique bearing system that combines the advantages of gimbal and unipivot designs through three fulcrum points and magnetic stabilisers on both axes. The REED 3P 10.5" brings Reed's considered engineering to a serious, mechanically innovative analogue playback front end.

Key specs that matter

Effective length is adjustable across 203.2-355.6mm, offering flexibility across multiple mounting-distance configurations. Offset angle is 20.7 degrees, with overhang at 15.4mm. The three-fulcrum-point hybrid bearing design paired with magnetic stabilisers aims to combine gimbal-bearing stability with unipivot sensitivity.

Sound and use context

Expect a balanced combination of stability and sensitivity reflecting the three-fulcrum hybrid bearing design, with the magnetic stabilisers on both axes addressing the lateral wobble that can affect conventional unipivot arms while retaining their low-friction tracking character.

Pairing

The adjustable 203.2-355.6mm effective length accommodates a range of turntable mounting-distance requirements, and Reed's own turntable range offers natural, brand-coherent pairings.

Alternatives

Reed's own REED 1H 12" and H1 10.5" offer alternative bearing geometries within the same broader tonearm catalogue.