skipping problem - Marantz TT-15S1

I adjusted the anti-skate and it got much better. It now only only skips (sticks, actually) for about the last minute of each side. I've adjusted as far as it will go, though.

I'll try raising the tonearm.

Still haven't solved this issue. I have adjusted everything 100 times in different combinations, but it still sticks near the end of each side. The arm just seems to lose pull as it gets towards the spindle. Any other thoughts?

Trust me, i have adjusted the anti-skate as far as it will go. It helped, but didn't solve the problem.

Trip-
That is actually good to hear. Makes me think it isn't just me. I really love the sound of this table and would like to get it to work. I'm going to give Marantz a call.

TFK-
No, there is nothing that it actually contacting the arm, and i used one of those laser-level things to make sure it is level. It does seem like the arm is being pulled back to the rest position, though.

Yeah, i tried it with the screw completely out, and it didn't solve the problem.

I talked to Marantz today (after being on hold for over an hour) and the dude on the phone said it was most likely a defective cartridge or tonearm, but they couldn't deal with me directly. I need to call the dealer and switch them out.

Can you explain that further?

Well, i mounted the cartridge before attaching the arm to the table. Do you think this could still be the problem. If so, how would i fix it?

It looks like i am getting shipped a replacement arm and cartridge and i can mix and match and hopefully something will work.