The TA-SF9 Series II is a complete rethink of what a tonearm should be. The same revolutionary Korf technology. The same acclaimed Korf sound. The same ease of use. In a fixed headshell tonearm. Stereophile Class A Recommended.
Hey, what’s the deal with the Series II? What changed?
We are always looking for ways to improve. Through three years of production, we have learned enough to take the performance of our tonearms to the next level. Here’s what we have done:
- Stainless steel vertical column, giving a more solid foundation to the whole tonearm
- Steel vertical shaft for deeper and more defined bass
- Internal redesign for even more rigidity
- Simpler, cleaner, more premium look
- Completely new azimuth adjustment mechanism for smoother setting
- Warranty extended to 3 years now
The Reviewers Love TA-SF9
The German Lowbeats magazine tested the TA-SF9 with a multitude of cartridges, and came to a conclusion:
“This tonearm is a musical instrument that is intelligently designed down to the last detail, superbly crafted, easy to handle, virtually universally applicable, trouble-free in operation, and sonically magnificent. If I had to settle for a single tonearm for the rest of my days, it would, as of today, be the TA-SF9.”
The German glossy hi-fi magazine Image Hi-Fi concluded:
“The hyper-precise bass reproduction may seem a bit slim at first, but it reaches deep down and can growl nasty (…) It’s been a long time since the fragile voice was so clear, so focused, so direct between my speakers. Conclusion: The arm sounds better than it costs, and plays much higher.”
What is included with your tonearm
- JIS/Linn, SME, JIS/Linn + SME, or SL-1200/1300 mount — depending on your choice. All mounts are clamping for tightest plinth attachment possible.
- Precise cartridge alignment gauge
- All adjustment tools (hex keys)
- Printed user manual and mounting templates
- 3 months of free email support
- 3-year warranty / 90-day no-questions-asked return
Not included but needed for operation: 5-pin MDIN tonearm cable, phono cartridge, electronic stylus force gauge.
Specifications
- Type: Pivoting 9″ gimbal tonearm with fixed headshell
- Effective length: 229 mm
- Pivot to spindle distance: 214 mm
- Offset angle: 22°
- Effective mass: 19 g
- Horizontal axis bearing: Flexure pivot
- Vertical axis bearings: Ceramic hybrid rolling bearings
- Arm tube material: Stainless steel
- Headshell material: Alumina ceramic
- Balance type: Static
- Minimum cartridge mass: 5 g
- Maximum cartridge mass: 15 g (25 g with included extra counterweight)
- Cable connector: 5-pin MDIN, male
- Internal wiring: 6N OCC Litz
- Mounting types: JIS/Linn (min. Ø28 mm hole), SME, SL-1200/1300
- Mass without cartridge and mounting collar, max: 350 g
What Makes Korf Tonearms Special?
The Korf tonearms are a clean sheet rethink of what a tonearm should be. Focused on audio priorities: quality of motion, rigidity, low energy storage, signal integrity, stability and longevity.
- Korf tonearms use aerospace-grade, zero stiction flexure bearings
- Korf Audio is the world’s only maker of fully ceramic headshells
- Stainless steel arm tube is 3x stronger than aluminium, 2x stronger than titanium
You will immediately hear the sonic benefit: Korf tonearms offer unmatched clarity, holographic imaging, real life dynamics, true tonality, sparkling highs and a really deep bass.
