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VPI 10.5i - Which armwands do I own?

Hi,

I do have 2 different VPI JMW 10.5i armwands.

apart from the different weight- 430 grams and 486 grams (without counter weights)- there are some additional differences which can be seen in the picture shown here:
http://i1137.photobucket.com/albums/n504/Helpho/Armwand105i.jpg

Pse help me to identify which armwands I have!!

Thanks vm in advance

Helmut
hatro
jr_w
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I didn't know about the large allen screw in the rear of the arm, and I swear I RTFM! I saw the wrench, but thought I had adjusted everything that I could adjust without straying into the "void warranty if any other screws are messed with" territory.

That'll make it a lot easier to fine tune the VTF.

P.S. Thanks for the cart congrats, got a shipping notice today.
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headsnappin
295 posts
 
Seriously, GET a counterintuitive!
jr_w
27 posts
 
Ordered!
hatro OP
4 posts
 
Hi,

I did ask VPI about it and here is their answer:



You have two 10.5i tonearms from different vintages and thoughts on manufacturing. The fixed azimuth was done because in theory the less moving parts the better but then customers demanded the old rotating azimuth so we went back.

Other than that both armtubes are made from the same materials and assembly methods. The weight differences are partially caused by the fixed vs. movable ring and the normal differences in material thickness.


Thanks,

Helmut
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