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Does anyone get turntable set-up?

The various parameters of turntable set-up(this includes the cartridge)are just that-possible starting points. Maybe start there. Then slightly change something(that does't mean buy something). Does it sound better-do not listen for something specific. Don't listen to something specific-that is incorrect. If you are not sure, sleep on it. Does it make you want to listen more to it or not? It's all about brain-waves. I offer this in the interest of music.
mmakshak
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mmakshak OP
589 posts
 
For those interested in anti-skate, I have discussed this on the Mana Acoustics site.
mmakshak OP
589 posts
 
I want to mention anti-skate. I tried to start a thread on this, but I think my bold statement, that I am the current expert on it, made Audiogon disallow it. I say this the way I do for a reason(Don't worry, it will benefit you.)!
mmakshak OP
589 posts
 
Slipknot1, I agree with Lloyd Walker, especially his last statement. I would also like to encourage loose cartridge bolts and slightly moving one side forward or backwords to help lock in the sound.
alephman
107 posts
 
Set VTF, overhang, azimuth, antiskating and then recheck your VTF. I like Steeley Dan's Aja side 1 as far as listening. Keep in mide you may have to fiddle-*&^%# to get things dialed in. But it will well worth the effort. Feel free to email me for more details.
Chris
slipknot1
1,423 posts
 
Lloyd Walker provides some very thorough guidance in TT setup:
http://www.walkeraudio.com/fine_tuning_your_turntable.htm
schipo
1,268 posts
 
Go to the needle doctor and I think you will find alot of help. I also think the Absolute sound has some help with this. But their web site is so hardup for money that they charge you 3.00 bucks just to look up a 20 yr old review.
tpsonic
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I generally listen to piano,drum kit and vocal of a familiar recording.The only parameters to adjust are VTA,VTF and damping.Cartridge alignment/overhang is pretty much set in stone,though adjusting the anti-skate can correct for slight distortions occuring between the two channels.
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