Can I use the high-end record weight (with the spirit level) on the Scheu Cello ?  What about on other turntables ?

Yes.  And in listening test with customers, the Scheu Cello benefits from the weight, adding more "weight" and body to the sound. Another opined  that it added more detail too.  Needless to say, the Scheu Cello shares the same bearing with the Scheu Premier, and that means quality and sturdiness to withstand the record weight.

As for other turntables, consult with your manufacturer regarding the bearings or spring suspensions.  Not recommended for Rega and Nottingham Analogue turntables, for example.

What is the difference between 9" and 12" Scheu tonearms ?

In theory, for pivoted arms (non-tangenital - e.g. Rega, Scheu, SME, Naim, Moerch), the longer arm will track better.  The shorter the arm the greater the effect of warps on the stylus VTA. However, there are  excellent 9" arms  that refute this theory.  In effect, the 12" is more like security that the arm is closer to the proper geometry, more forgiving of small amounts of errors in cartridge alignment.

Why unipivot tonearms  ?

In theory, a unipivot arm has less friction, leading to better sound, a more "natural" and airier  presentation, lower surface noise and less high frequency resonance.  Bass bloat common in many non-unipivots for certain acoustic bass heavy recordings is eliminated. Caveats are that they are more difficult to set up, but only for the first time, and the sonic gains are worth all the effort.

"A poor arm bearing (with bearing play) causes a very unpleasant extra resonance in your arm and therefore in the sound reproduction. The effect is virtually non-existent with unipivot arms." - Van Den Hul

Of course, there are good non-unipivot arms, our favorites are the SME IV and Vs.  And just because it is a unipivot doesn't mean it's superior, there are some that fail to excite. 

For more information, for academic purposes only, as it is the implementation that usually determines quality, Read More on arm designs.  After reading this article, note that the Scheu unipivot tonearm is a clever combination of the low-slung design (Hadcock, Kuzma, VPI, Moerch, ARO) and the lateral weight similar to that implemented in the Graham arm.

Can you describe the parts of the Scheu Classic unipivot arm ?

How do I set up anti-skate on the Scheu Classic MK1 or MK2 tonearms ?

Below is an illustration of the anti-skate mechanism:

The string loop can be moved across the entire length of the bar to ascertain proper anti-skate.  The bar is a threaded metal bar, wherein the loop can hook on to the threads / fissures.  Once found, tighten the loop to lock it in place.  When further adjustments are needed, just loosen the loop again or push it with a tiny screwdriver to the new position.   The HiFi News Test Record will be very helpful in determining the correct anti-skate setting, or even the blank grooves on the Cardas record.  On the Cardas record, the proper anti-skate setting will cause the arm to move inward slowly without stopping.  You'll know what's fast and slow once you've tried it ...

The lateral weight is for adjusting azimuth once anti-skate setting is done.  Furthermore, it prevents this unipivot design from excess wobble.  It is similar to that implemented as well in the Graham unipivot arm.

The filament bracket is a thin piece of metal with a hook at the end where the thread/string holding the anti-skating weight will be hooked on to.  Take care not to let the anti-skating weight touch the armbase, it should be freely floating away from any object.  Please note that the hook can be moved forward or backward by loosening the top hex screw.  It can be moved sideways by loosening the bottom hex screw.  Hex tools must be of the metric type.

 Is there only 1 model of the Scheu Classic arm ?

Yes.  The MK1 version has been replaced with the Scheu Classic MK2, with a much better armbase assembly.  An option is to have the stock cables replaced with the Cardas Incognito cables.

How does one set up the Scheu Cantus tonearm ?

What is the recommended distance from the spindle to the pivot point for the Scheu Classic MK2 tonearms ?

For distance from Pivot to Spindle, the 12" inch is 293-302 mm, depending on the cartridge you use, and the 9"/10" is 226-229 mm. There is no need to have 100% accuracy at a given point . But for academic purposes,  more exact would be 293 mm for 12" (although Wally of Wallytractor fame has the opinion that 302 mm is a better solution) and the 9"/10" at  227 mm. As long as you can adjust overhang and azimuth correctly, you should not mind at all about slight variations.

What is the recommended distance from the spindle to the pivot point for the Scheu Tacco tonearms ?

212 mm.

The Feickert Analogue universal protractor, The Tool, is highly recommended in getting alignment correct.

Can I use the Scheu tonearms on other turntables ? e.g. Michell, Clearaudio Champion, Microseiki, Nottingham, etc.

Yes, of course.  But like any other arm, the existing armboard has to be built or modified for it.  In some, the armboard may not have to be modified.  Better yet, bring along your armboard to our showroom and we can advise you on the spot by fitting in the Scheu tonearm's shaft into it ...

If I use an 80 mm platter on the Scheu Premier, and a different arm, how can I raise the arm higher to reach the surface of the platter ?

"Spacers" which we supply need to be used to raise the armboard higher.  This is now standard in Scheu turntables we supply. For example, some of our customers have bought the double-arm versions of the Scheu Premiers, 9" on the left and 12" on the right.  On the 9" side, their SMEs and Grahams are mounted on an armboard raised through Spacers to allow the arms to reach the platter surface, and still allow VTA adjustments comfortably.  The Spacers are as rigid as the armboards.

Why are you packaging the Scheu Cello with the Scheu Classic tonearm in Singapore, rather than the usual Rega arm as packaged in Germany ?

In our experience, the arm can influence the sound quality a lot.  IMHO, the Scheu Classic unipivot tonearm is in a league where we will not hesitate to install a Jan Allaerts or Lyra Helikon cartridge, and is the better-value choice for the Scheu Cello turntable if sonics and flexibility are the criteria.

There are too many factors involved, the only way to really convince oneself is to set up one in one's own system :).  However, many have replaced their very expensive turntables for the Scheu Premier, or bought the Scheu Premier to sit side by side with their expensive turntables.  These are users who have learned that high price does not necessarily mean better, either sonically or even in built. 

How does the Das Laufwerk No. 1 model sonically compare to the Das Laufwerk No. 2 model ?

A description of sound is of course always subjective. During the in-house development phase the Premier model was consistently used as a reference. The No.1 and No.2 turntables comfortably exceed the Premier in terms of sound reproduction.

Detail is reproduced with outstanding clarity. The bass is powerful and contoured, the fundamental sound is natural and needs no boosting. Both width and depth are faithfully reproduced and everything is realistically placed in the soundscape. The treble is not overloaded, and cymbals, for example, ring long and clear. In spite of the high detail resolution and transparency, the musical flow is never lost.

While Das Laufwerk No.1 sounds slightly warmer and more rounded, “Das Laufwerk” No.2 is characterized by an even more dynamic and unfussy reproduction.

Both turntables should appeal not only to those connoisseurs whose interest is purely in music, but also to listeners seeking to explore the limits of their turntable day after day. They provide an excellent basis and enough scope for you to approach your own individual ideal for the reproduction of music.

Listen for yourself!

Scheu Das Laufwerk No. 2

Scheu Das Laufwerk No. 1

Scheu Premier Mk2

Scheu Premier Mk3

Scheu Cello

Scheu Classic MK2