Tonearms — Reed Reed H1 9.5"

The Reed H1 9.5" is a unipivot tonearm from Reed, sharing effective geometry with the brand's 9.5-inch models while offering a fixed single effective-length figure. The Reed H1 9.5" brings Reed's considered unipivot design philosophy to this specific position within the brand's catalogue.

Key specs that matter

The unipivot bearing design uses a single-point pivot for low-friction, free-moving tracking. Effective length is a fixed 12 inches - a more straightforward single-length configuration compared with Reed's multi-length adjustable models. Offset angle is 22.9 degrees, with overhang at 17mm, matching Reed's other 9.5-inch-class models.

Sound and use context

Expect the free, responsive tracking character unipivot bearing designs are broadly known for, combined with Reed's characteristic considered wood-bodied tonearm construction at this fixed, straightforward effective-length configuration.

Pairing

Buyers should confirm exact cartridge-balance compatibility directly with Reed given the limited additional technical documentation currently available.

Alternatives

Reed's own REED 2G 9.5" and Reed 3P 9.5" offer alternatives with configurable multi-length geometry within the same broader 9.5-inch tonearm catalogue.