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Basis Vector 4 arm question

Hi all,first post here,appologies if this has been asked before.
Re the silicon arm damping,I followed the instructions and filled the well up to the bottom of the radial bearing, however I read somewhere that the level can be adjusted and this will alter the sound,has anyone any experience of this and what are the effects.
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dre_j
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The amount that AJ recommends should be the minimum amount to use. You can experiment with more but I wouldn't recommend using less.
dre_j
159 posts
 
Azimuth is adjusted for a level headshell at the factory. The adjustment location is on the lower right side of the pivot location toward the front. It's hidden below the rim of the damping fluid cup. I would not suggest adjusting it unless you are comfortable doing so. The adjustment if very sensitive as well.

If the koetsu is slightly bright, the two parameters I'd check would be VTA and phonostage loading. That is if you are sure VTF is correct, the alignment is right, the cartridge is secure in the headshell, and the damping fluid covers the bottom of the arm.
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