2. analog
  3. 1424028008

cartridge install issue

Hi all,
Quick question. Installed a new cart last night and although the sound is fine it is out of balance by about 2 feet. No amount of adjustment made any difference. When I put the old cartridge back on the sound was centered again.
my question is could it be the cartridge or probably installer error. Have set up many carts without a problem.
I did buy the cart used supposedly with low hour. I believe the seller. So its probably me.

your opinions will greatly appreciated

Matt
mwilliams
zd542
5,339 posts
 
I'm not sure if it will apply in your case, but phono cartridges break in a lot. They sound terrible new. You need to put at least 50 to 100 hours on them before you make any judgements.

Make sure that when you install the new cartridge, none of the pins are touching each other.
yogiboy's avatar
yogiboy
5,801 posts
 
If the anti-skating is not correct it will cause that problem. Fool with it and see if that helps!
melm
1,085 posts
 
All of the above plus increase the VTF to the highest in the cartridge's range, or even .1 gm higher. See if that helps.

If all this fiddling doesn't restore the balance, conclude that this used cartridge is not properly balanced and if it continues to bother you seek a return and refund.
stevecham
3,340 posts
 
The cartridge is not balanced and needs replacement; the output from both channels should be equivalent right from the start. But please make sure you have the connections correct from the cartridge pins.
stringreen's avatar
stringreen
6,501 posts
 
What arm are you using??
More to discover