I have a VPI clamp. I hold the bottom section of the clamp still while tightening so it doesn’t scrape the label and tighten just until the platter starts to spin. It works well - no damage or indents and it flattens the records as well as they can be.
Avid Acutus Record Clamp leaving marked "ring" on record label
I recently purchased an Avid Acutus SP and the record clamp is marking my record labels with a "ring" from the clamping down to flatten the record to the resin platter. Are there any Acutus owners out there that have had this similar problem and how can it be fixed ? I don't like that the labels are actually being damaged and leaving a ring because of the clamps force directly into the label. Any help or feedback, or experiences would be greatly appreciated. Thanks !!