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Is there a problem with setting VTF this way?
Your idea is fine although you should place the blue tack on the tonearm counterweight. Then balance the tonearm. Removing the blue tack would then give you the 1.7 grams. 
Un-equal length speaker cable advice??
Ocos speaker cable is ideal for unequal runs. It's good stuff too. 
Bob Dylan: What do you folks thing about this?
Hey, I figured that I could use old Bobby to convince the other half that she should get a thong and shelf bra from Victoria's. Obviously he must appreciate that type of thing as do I. He did me a big favor. Seriously, it's his life, his tunes and... 
Dylan, Richards, and Waits
Last night I was channel surfing and, of course, stopped on a commercial for Victoria's Secret. Bob Dylan was in the commercial. This ain't no April Fools joke either. Honest. You could have knocked me over with a feather. I look forward to seeing... 
Help Where to start with jazz?????
Bassie Jam is a MUST have. 
adaptor studs for speaker spikes needed
I've purchased the type of adaptor you need at camera stores for my tripod to fit different heads. A package of two runs about $3. I found this source online for various adaptors. 
Say it aint so--- Teres quality question
Chris,I only wish that I could post the photographs that I have taken of the QC issues and the emails and photos forwarded to you. On THIS 265 with the VTA set at the minimum the cartridge body is, at best, level. If the VTA can be correctly adjus... 
Say it aint so--- Teres quality question
The arm, armboard, VTA collar and cartridge were all sent to Teres by January. I haven't heard anything from Teres although the owner has been contacted recently with an offer of Chris to come to Boise to set up the table. If the VTA was at its mi... 
What are good turntable acoustic damping materials
Bright Star Audio,Please enlighten me without too much tech talk regarding these words you posted above:"Felt will damp some ringing and resonances present in the structure of the Thorens but it will not be as effective as more absorptive material... 
Purist Audio & Stereophile
All the audio rags are lightweight tricks as compared to the biggest prostitute of all, Consumer Reports. 
What are good turntable acoustic damping materials
Suspension tables may not respond favorably to additional dampening. IMO, based on listening tests my LP12 didn't like a non-felt mat or the use of a clamp. Dampening the motor housing may provide some benefit but I have yet to try it but plan to.... 
What's your favorite lyric from a song?
"I've got somethin' to give ya' That the mailman can't deliverI can't phone it in I can't mail it in I can't send it in Even by my closest friendI'm bringin' it to ya' Personally, personally, personally, yeah yeah"Written by P. Kelly. Best versio... 
Talkin' bout YOUR generation...
Trelja,I'll stick to one band as per your request. Initially I figured it must be the Beatles because of the huge effect they had on my generation. Besides, I was about as big a fan as a anyone. But "defining" being the key word I must go with the... 
Can a manufacturer post replies & discussions?
Barry,I'm not sure what the protocols are but if you state that you are a manufacturer up front I believe your comments will be welcome. Beware though, that some of the regulars who post here are very knowledgeable and won't hesitate to challenge ... 
Contemporary Jazz recommendations?
Have you listened to Spyro Gyra? If not, give it a try.