Sumiko Blackbird Tracking Force please help


Hello,
I had my cart set up by a dealer. I have a VPI scout and I purcahsed a digital tracking force gauge. The recommended tracking force according to Sumiko for the Blackbird cart is 1.8 to 2.0g and my cart measures at 1.67g. If I am not experiencing any skipping issues do I need to raise the VTF?
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Showing 1 response by 2002ss335

One thing to make sure of when checking VTF is the scale should be at the same height as the record. If your stylus is higher or lower than when you are playing it will throw your measurements off.

That being said I use a scale to get the VTF within range then adjust by ear.

Regards,
Todd