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SL1200G - Tonearm shape from side question for owners

I’m sure this is a silly question, I just bought a SL1200G, I’m used to a flat tone arm. This one seems to curve down a bit then flatten out where the head shell attaches. 
 

This is normal I assume? From back to front it seems to swoop down a little. It’s not flat. 

With a nicer headshell and a herbies mat, Dynavector 20x2 w/VAS Boron cantilever & Elliptical stylus it sounds amazing. I’m waiting on the custom protractor made for this table to ensure it’s lined up right. 

chriscox000

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pryso
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@chriscox000, I never noticed any irregularity with mine, but you made me double check.  I don't see any downward curve.

I do agree it sounds great, even with my current modest Shure V15 4 with SAS stylus.

You should still take a photo with a straight edge parallel to the bottom of the arm and send that to your dealer and/or Technics.  If it is not flat horizontally then it is defective.

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