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I wish I had a device that would delay lowering my TT arm

I love spinning records, but I wish I had a device that would delay lowering my  TT arm until I return to my easy chair about 8 feet away from the turntable.  I always miss the  the full effect first couple of bars of my favorite music. Do any of you see this as an issue?  Can any of you suggest an answer?  Maybe one of those remote control small motors that you can get at a hobby shop coupled with a rig that would lower the lever on the VPI Classic or similar TT?  Thanks.
mazikrav

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mazikrav OP
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Thanks, Shadorne.

Wow, you are prompt!!!!!

I don't believe, however, that the VPI arm uses fluid to damp the arm control lever. It seems to be a friction device only.  Is there anyone who can tell me I'm wrong.  I'll check with my dealer or with VPI when life doesn't get in the way.
mazikrav OP
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Thank you, tooblue. YOU ARE A GENIUS !!!! Problem solved. Thank you so very much. Suggestion to VPI___Why not post this or include it in the instructions.

Mazikrav
mazikrav OP
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That would seem to be obvious, but it's not as easy as it seems due to the unipivot arm and the vpi anti-skating gizmo.  I've tried my rig with and without the anti-skatie and overall I prefer the anti skate set at minimal correction. Peter Lederman (Sound-smith) is my guru in this area.  What's your experience,czarivey.

Mazikrav
mazikrav OP
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This looks promising, imhififan.  I wonder if you could post a picture of your rig?
mazikrav OP
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Thank you, imahififan.  This looks interesting. When I get some time to stay with the adjusting problem, I'll take a stab at it.

Mazirkrav
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