VPI Classic setup tools

"I found that proper azimuth makes a very big difference I use Fozgometer....easy and accurate..."

Been curious about the Foz, since it was released. If I had the 3d arm, I would have the 2nd pivot. The reviews seem to be positive.


Not having a Foz, I can’t comment if it’s a worthwhile piece for me. On paper, it’s seems like another useful tool. Especially if I used an exotic arm.

My Foz phono sure has been seeing overtime lately.

Thank you all for the tips! I am planning to have the same tools until end of my life, but not looking to spend a fortune either.

Millercarbon. I am truly amazed over your achievement. Your setup is amazing. I showed to my wife and told her: We are getting there soon.. :D She wasn`t too happy, but understood, everybody needs some hobby to perfect, and I am willing to take the learning curve.
MoFi Geodisk looks awesome, but hesitating between, and Chaksters recommendation. Dr. Feickert. The price difference here doesn`t matter.

Fozgometer can be useful, but I am not convinced about what it could help more than a Geodisk or Dr. Feickert. And which fozgometer? I would go for a cheaper one, here.

Ultimate Analogue Test LP and the Soundsmith Counter Intuitive seems like worth to buy. 

Overlook the above posts as the STP distance is off from the factory. Their customers need to know this.

Counter Intuitive is the single most important thing you will ever add to the setup. Without it reliable azimuth adjustments are much harder it also aids VTF adjustment.

I have a JMW 10 arm for 20+ years and have accumulated a Mint, Geodisc, Feickert, vpi jig, paper jig, Fozgometer,  SS counterintuitive and Expressimo audio half moon weight.  Best luck with Feickert and the half moon weight.  The Feickert for alignment and the half moon for holding azimuth.  Most work, dubious reward - Mint.  Second place - Fozgometer.  Least work, least reward - Geodisc.  Biggest surprise, ease of set up - half moon weight.