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Alignment Protractors

I have been wondering what alignment protractors the vast Audiogon audience likes. I have had experience with the paper type--with a Point A and Point B (which, for me, always seems to nearly drive me to Point C--the booby hatch). Recently, I have noticed some dealers (like Music Direct) pushing a $150 system made by Clearaudio. Then, I have noticed an interesting guage made on a mirror on www.turntablebasics.com. Then, I heard that the Mobile Fidelity GeoDisc may be brought back. Then, there is the DB Systems. I'm sure that the list goes on...and on...and on some more. It ALMOST makes me miss my junky Japanese turntable with a P Mount cartridge. (I don't miss it very much, when I remember how awful that turntable sounded.)

Thanks!
jc2000
bob_bundus
1,834 posts
 
I've had good results from the DB systems protractor which matched a Grado jig that I have used previously, if that validates anything. The mirror is nice but can't you just align azimuth with a pocket mirror?
psychicanimal
1,738 posts
 
I have the turntablebasics protractor. Pretty accurate I'd say...
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krell1
250 posts
 
I have a DB protractor kit that I would be willing to sell you. I don't have a table anymore, so this might be all you need. Good luck.
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onhwy61
5,192 posts
 
I switched from the DB to the Wallytractor. One of my best upgrades ever. It offers better alignment and tuning options.
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macdonj
118 posts
 
The first TT I set up I did by ear. I finally bought the MFSL Geodisc and heard an improvement right away. So to answer JC2000's question, any alignment tool is better than none. Howeve, I'd be interested to hear if any of you have experiences with the Geodisc AND another alignment tool?
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