I think my question would be how do you visually align to the cantilever? It's hard enough to do that using all of the visual aids, grids, mirrors and what have you that the various 'tractors have, assuming that the cantilever is parallel to the sides of the body. Of course, if you do the final tweaking by ear, then maybe that's not a problem.
Skewed cantilever - Opinions?
Just received a new AT ART-9 cartridge. The cantilever is skewed slightly to the right. Did my best taking a couple of photos. So here's the query: Is this an acceptable amount of deviation for a new cart? Just align to the cantilever rather than the cartridge body when setting it up and go for it? Or, send it back to the seller for an exchange/refund? Many Thanks!
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swampwalkerI think my question would be how do you visually align to the cantilever? You need an alignment gauge designed for the task, such as a CartAlign or WallyTractor. These use a mirrored surface with markings that you align to the cantilever's reflection. A magnifier helps. It's really a lot easier than it may sound. |
Swampwalkler - with a very powerful Loupe and a MINT Best Tractor. Using these tools it is very simple, since the lines on the tractor are extremely fine and misalignment can clearly be seen But it does require a very steady hand and an extremely good eye - and lots of light I had a friend set mine up, since he has much better eyesight than me. I verified his efforts using an extremely good 150mm macro lens on my camera and I could clearly see the alignment was correct in the photo A lot of trouble to go to? - perhaps, but the sound quality is excellent. Regards... |
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