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Dynavector 10x5 - tracking

I'm having a bit of trouble dialing in this cartridge. I have it paired with a Basik LV-X tonearm on an LP-12 TT.

I've used a Geodisc and the protractor that comes with the Hi-Fi news test record. The shape of the Dynavector makes it tricky to sight-up with the grid.

My issue is that I can only pass the first two anti-skating tracks on the test record, whereas with my Marantz/Clearaudio combo I've had no problem passing the third track as well.

I'm sure that I could use more practice with setting up cartridges, but is the Dynavector just an "ok" tracker or possibly a bad match with the Basik arm?
roblanger
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headsnappin
295 posts
 
Rob, it is best to align the stylus, not the cartridge body.
roblanger OP
117 posts
 
Thanks,

I'm not sure how to achieve this with the protractors I currently have. The GeoDisc does have a sight line for the stylus. Perhaps by sighting the the point where the cantilever and suspension meet?

I'd like to get a Mint tractor but I don't plan on living with the Basik arm for very long.
markpao
519 posts
 
I was going to recommend the MintLP. I wonder what you could sell it for when you are done with it? Could you possible ask Yip not to put your personal name on it? Might be your answer here. These things really work.
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