FX-FZ Tonearms

FX3 Tonearm: Precision Meets Innovation

The FX3 Tonearm is the ultimate choice for high-performance turntables, designed to provide unmatched rigidity and natural sound reproduction. Available in 9” and 12” lengths, the FX3 combines cutting-edge F•X Cross Beam technology with superior build quality to elevate your analogue experience.

Compatibility and Mounting Options

Ideal for top-tier turntables, including:

Higher specification Linn LP12s

Michell Orbe

Technics 1200G and SP10

Roksan Xerxes

Funk Firm Little Super Deck

FX5 Series: Versatile Tonearms for Every Application

The FX5 Series exemplifies Funk's dedication to delivering high-performance tonearms that cater to diverse turntable models, offering audiophiles an accessible upgrade path for exceptional sound quality.

Overview

Building on the success of the original F5 tonearm, the FX5 Series introduces advanced engineering and expanded compatibility. Designed to meet the needs of both entry-level enthusiasts and seasoned audiophiles, these tonearms offer significant performance enhancements across a wide range of turntables.

Key Features

F•X Cross-Bracing Technology: Proprietary engineering enhances rigidity, minimizes resonance, and ensures precise sound reproduction.

Removable Headshell with Azimuth Adjustment: Simplifies cartridge alignment and offers flexibility for different setups.

Variable Mass Design: Sliding tracking weight (available on select models) optimizes cartridge performance for a variety of playback scenarios.

FZ Series:

When R&D continues, we end up with FZ. It’s the ultimate expression for F·X. FZ’s measurements go into the noise floor giving FZ a “zero resonance” signature. When it comes to listening tests we can’t hear it, even against FX3. It is true a passive arm with a couple of twists:

1: Other designs have effective masses of over 60g! Neutrality but at the expense of compatibility. What cartridges are they are meant to match? FZ’s achieves its result whilst retaining a sensible 18g mass. 2: Perversely a perfect arm has problems! Think about it: If an arm is rigid, to do its job, rigidity transmits vibration in both directions. A perfect (rigid) arm might not be so perfect after all. FZ has a unique system called REER - Rear End Energy Rejection. REER blocks any vibrations from the deck / outside world, leaving the cartridge to get on with its job unimpeded. FZ. Another truly unique product from Funk.