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Azimuth adjustment on VPI Scoutmaster

Hello,
I was looking for some advice on the azimuth adjustment of the VPI Scoutmaster. The problem: If I set the azimuth with the lemo connector unplugged, when I plug it in later the azimuth is no longer correct (because the lemo connector and tonearm wire pull the arm slightly inward). I therefore decided that it would be best if I made the azimuth adjustment with the lemo connector plugged in. Is this correct? Anybody have any experience here?

Thanks.

Tom
tfkaudio
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I've got a Scoutmaster. I adjusted azimuth (as well as VTF) with the lemo connector plugged in. I never even thought about making these adjustments without it connected.

Cheers.
tfkaudio OP
591 posts
 
Thanks. I was pretty sure that the adjustment would need to be made with the lemo connected, but there is always that little seed of doubt...
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stringreen
6,487 posts
 
I have a Superscoutmaster......In my experience proper azimuth adjustment is the most important adjustment.  VPI arms balance on a single point and will rock when imbalance occurs.  There is now a 2nd pivot which is on sale now that stabilizes the arm and greatly enhances the performance. Proper azimuth can be had with the use of a Fozgometer and its accompanying test record...easy and effective. Test with the lemo connection in place.
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