Do a search on these threads, on the subject of "Fozgometer" or "Azimuth". You will find out about the good and the bad. It's a controversial tool, to say the least. I don't know whether version 2 is any different from or better than version 1. And then also seek out the paper by Korf on azimuth adjustment, on line.
Fozgometer V2
I've been interested in a fozgometer for some time now. I'd like one to help me understand crosstalk and channel separation, so I've been aiming to pick one up. Stopped by a dealer today, was told they're essentially "for people who want to waste money" and "why would you need one of those when you can put on a modern pop mono record" to measure Azimuth. I was told this tool isn't any more more correct or exacting than your ears, but they've never used a Fozgometer (even though they have access to them. I've tried this particular dealer multiple times and just always seem to leave with a bad taste in my mouth and always ask myself why I torture myself with even visiting them.
What are some general thoughts on the Fozgometer V1 or even V2? I don't own an oscilloscope nor do a have local hifi enthusiasts to help educate me. My current setup for cartridge alignment is the mirrored version that's available for $15. I'm looking to get more precision out of my alignment and figured the Fozgometer was a tool to not only measure, but to corroborate what I'm hearing. Any advice?
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@lewm have you used the Fozgometer? Do you have any opinion on it? I did some searching and found a few things, but they were very old threads, so I wasn't sure if the information was still relevant. I'm open to other options as well. I just want to have high accuracy and understand the relationship from good enough to as close to perfect as possible. @onhwy61 thanks I just got my copy last week. I've been checking the analog planet website once a week for a few months waiting for him to release the article. @cleeds I'll check into this thank you. |
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