Analog - Basic Tools

In addition to the obvious - a table, arm, cartridge and phono section - what are the "required" tools somebody needs to have to do analog properly?

kthomas02-11-2008 11:52pm

uru975 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 684 posts 02-12-2008 at 12:56am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete record cleaning solution, pads/disks, a record cleaning machine is nice but not a requirement, stylus gauge, some basic tools for setting the stylus correctly, getting the angles right. After that it can only get more precise
cmk Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 397 posts 02-12-2008 at 01:52am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete For setup: Protractor VTF guage - digital preferred Speed strobe - KAB various tools - allen keys, screw drivers, torchlight, etc... For maintenance: Record cleaning machine Record cleaning fluids Stylus cleaner - zerodust Anti-static brush
bongofury Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,160 posts 02-12-2008 at 02:50am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Tequila, Salt, Lime. Works well with Los Lobos and Calexico vinyl.
heli_dog Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 45 posts 02-12-2008 at 07:50pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete In addition to CMK's list above I would also add; For Setup; - Patience - Free Protractor from VinylEngine.com - Magnifying glass - Flashlight or other adjustable light for viewing under the cartridge - several spirit or bubble levels - and maybe a DVD; Michael Fremer's practical guide to turntable set-up ...did I mention Patience For Maintenance: Stylus Cleaner - Mr. Clean Magic Eraser .