madcitygeoff

Responses from madcitygeoff

Dynavector 17D3 hitting clamp on VPI Scout
Problem solved. I upgraded the 17D3 to a DV XX2 which has a narrower body. 
Dynavector 17D3 hitting clamp on VPI Scout
Dan, I wish I had your patience and mechanical skill. If I attempted a project like that, I'd either cut off a finger or burn down the house. I'm afraid I'm stuck with commercial solutions for now.On the subject of weights and possible damage to t... 
Dynavector 17D3 hitting clamp on VPI Scout
I did a little more research and found the KAB Record Grip Mark II, which is a clamp and not a weight, with a diameter of 3", a half-inch less than the VPI clamp. That extra space might be enough clearance for the 17D3. Thanks again to everyone fo... 
Dynavector 17D3 hitting clamp on VPI Scout
Thanks for clarifying the mat issue. VPI is aware of the problem but I haven't heard anything from them yet. I'm trying to do some self-education in the meantime. I did a bit more research and found a product--the Rek-O-Kut Disc Stabilizer--that w... 
Dynavector 17D3 hitting clamp on VPI Scout
Another newbie question.... do turntable mats perform some of the same functions as a clamp? Would a mat be a solution in my case? 
Dynavector 17D3 hitting clamp on VPI Scout
Thanks for the replies, folks. Lewm, I'm not positive, but I suspect that the problem will occur with most if not all records on my system. I only played a few before I realized what was happening, and since then I've either lifted the tonearm bef...