FWIW - the DIY bearing blocks are installed. I have them under the pre-amp. The set up looks a little "odd" due to height (Herbies Tenderfeet>> 1.5" plinth>>1.5" diam. SS ball>>Freya). The movement the Freya displays when tapped from the side is striking. It looks exactly as though it is suspended between springs allowing 360 degree movement in a horizontal plane.
Gear had been powered down the last day or so, so playing some warm up tracks before listening "critically". Might have to experiment next with suitable spring(s) to replace the Tenderfeet.
Gear had been powered down the last day or so, so playing some warm up tracks before listening "critically". Might have to experiment next with suitable spring(s) to replace the Tenderfeet.