Recommendations for automatic tonearm lift


I am considering an automatic tonearm lifter for a Sota Sapphire with a Rega 700 tonearm. Any recommendations / comments? Many thanks in advance for any input.

rbanathy

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I have one called a 'Q Up' it works fine, in being very sensitive, and not too exuberant when triggered. 

This version has an oblong shape and can be a little more flexible in being able to be set up at an ideal positioning, that is not obstructed by the TT Chassis and Tonearm Base.

There is also a basic design as a method to enable a Height Adjustment.

Once in position it can be held in position by a Blu Tak material of similar.

I don't know if all TT's are compatible with a Tonearm Lift, especially a design that has a large base, but the use of one can be quite reassuring if a loss of attention is a possibility.

The Video clearly shows two things that were of importance when I was looking to use this type of device.

1, The Base of the Tonearm Lifter fits between the Tonearm Base Plate and TT Chassis without compromising the lifters function.

If the Tonearm Base was Proud of the Plinth Top Surface, would the selected Tonearm Lift fit in this location without being impeded in the positioning.

A Rectangle Shape can be an improved shape, when more options on positioning is needed due to encroachment of other parts belonging to the TT Set Up.

2, The lift is quite controlled and not exuberant, which is very reassuring, when the fragility of the Stylus/Cantilever is considered.

@ skyscraper The content I have been supplying has also been for an individual who might revisit this type of information in the future.

It will offer a description of things to consider when choosing a Ancillary Tonearm Lift and is not really meant to be a Brand Promotion.

I knew a from my observation that a round base was not compatible with my go to TT's Chassis / Tonearm Interface, so chose the model that could be used without impeding the positioning, most importantly a little catnap is not so concerning with this type of device in use.