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Hi everyone. I have just been looking at what you have to say about the Rigid Float Tonearm (as I have owned one for about 5 years now). I just wanted to say that I was using my one with the soft Silicone feet, about a year ago I change the oil (as it was getting containment and very thick). One off the stick-on feet came off so I thought I would try fitting the 3 little spike feet. All I can say is I wasn’t expecting that MUCH of an upgrade. I am a bit puzzled as to why the 3 little spikes feet should make any difference as the bearing FLOATS. 
 

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jasonbourne71
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A study of the tracing geometry shows that this type of pivoted arm will have much higher tracking distortion. No thanks!

lewm
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Jason, thank you for re-stating what is obvious to any casual observer, regarding the tracking angle error of an underhung tonearm. The outstanding remaining question is whether that matters much, whether the reduction in skating force (not its total elimination as some advertisers claim) is worth the increase in TAE. Reviews, professional and other, suggest that may be the case. I suggest an open mind.

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