Damping Rega Table

"If that's your only issue, stop tapping on the plinth..."

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My Teres does the same thing if I use it for a percussion instrument. Jimbo3's right, don't worry about it.

Non-suspended TT's play transients and dynamics better than (most) suspended TT's. Their inherent stability holds the tonearm and cartridge directly above the groove without waffling around. Keep the spongy damping materials away. They'll muddy the bass, dull attacks, shorten decays and generally turn your music into muzak.

If you're having a real problem, like airborne vibrations from the speakers, better spikes beneath the TT and a more massive, stable stand would be your best approach.

Thanks the responses.What kind of spikes would you recommend? I believe that Rega doesn't advise swapping out of the rubber feet.stefanl

Hi Stefanl
I had the same problem with my TT. I would walk in the room and watch the little anti-skate weight swing back and forth ever so slightly on my Music Hall mmf7.
I purchased a Target wall mounted TT shelf and the problem was solved. I can jump in the room without the TT showing any signs of movement.
I purchased mine used on Audiogon for $80.00.
Hope this helps, Rick.

"I believe that Rega doesn't advise swapping out of the rubber feet."

- Rega also advises against adjusting VTA
- they advise not to upgrade their plastic tonearm stubs
- they advise not to upgrade their poor tonearm wire
- they even advise *not* to clean your records
Call me skeptical but their advice seems a bit weird sometimes.

You haven't said what kind of problem you're trying to address. What is the source of the resonances you're trying to deal with?

If it's footfalls like Ramond had, a wall shelf and/or high mass stand is the answer. If its airborne sonics I'd check with Twl regarding spikes. He just started with Star Sound and they make a variety of highly regarded ones.

The wall mount suggestion is a great one, especially if your room is not on a slab. Try three spikes that are squat and look like cones, they can really 'drain' resonance from the plinth. You can also make a sandbox type base for it to sit on top of if you really want to get involved. Just placing a couple little baggies filled with sand on the plinth might tell you something about the effect of damping on your tt. You may enjoy all this fiddling, dont worry, its a common symptom. Have fun.