The best phono cartridge alignment tool


The best phono cartridge alignment tool.  Can anyone recommend a phono cartridge alignment tool that:

- Has both horizontal and vertical (azimuth) alignment

-  isn't that complex to use

-  is under $300?

Some of the phone cartridges I'm interested aren't available in my area so professional set-up is not an option.  If I'm going to spend $2K to $4K on a cartidge I really need to make sure I nail the installation.  thanks.

 

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Showing 1 response by rdk777

The Feickert will do the job, but to nail the installation, you need the SmarTractor. The SmarTractor is a lot more accurate than the Feickert - I have owned both and my statement is based on results and the fact that the SmarTractor is Vernier calibrated. However, you have to decide whether it's worth spending the extra cash to justify or not (~ x2) and how often you will change cartridges/tonearms/table. The SmarTractor will be the last protractor you will need.