Graham Phantom , simple tweak for improved sound

I recall reading a post where someone tried the same thing with a VPI tonearm and got the same result. If I remember the post correctly, the person called VPI and Mike told him that what he was hearing was a "pleasing distortion". Maybe it's the same case here?

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You can also try:

1. Different cartridge screws (material aluminum, Steel, copper...)

2. When you live in areas with different temperatures, replace the Silicone with Bearing oil

Interesting. I didn't hear any sonic difference with tightening or not tightening the VTA screw. Great that serves as a tweak to improve the sound for you.

I played around with this quite a bit on both the 2.2 and Phantom for about two weeks,a "while back".

I really had a hard time being "absolute" in my preference.One day I'd like a snug fit,and another listening session I'd opt for slightly loose.

I came away leaving it snug,but only because I then thought it was technically more correct.

Now,if I still had the arm,or a similar design,I'd opt for Doug's explanation,and the reasonable scenario of diminishing stray resonances coming back to the cartridge, as it just makes the most sense.

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