Required Tools for TT Setup & Maintenance


I've owned turntables since the early 80's but never setup or tried maintaining a TT myself which I would like to get into.

What would you recommend as minimum required tools to setup and maintain a TT? What about reference "how to" material (books)?

My current TT setup consists of the VPI Scoutmaster, VPI JMW-9 Sig. / Dynavector DV-20X Low MC.
agiaccio

Showing 1 response by gregm

Take a quick tour here. Then,
As above, simplifying Swampwalker, the absolute minimum required is:
A protractor indicating the two "nul points" and overhang (you can print this;
Stroboscope (you can print that);
Small precision screwdriver;
VTF gauge (i.e. a scale, to measure the "vertical tracking force"). Digital if possible, if not there is an imprecise but cheap mechanical alternative by Shure;
Stylus cleaner, brush &/or magic eraser that you will handle with great care;
The light & eye sight apply as per Swampwalker.Regards