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tonearm alignment

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    Tonearm levelling query

    Hi all I've just picked up a Hitachi HT-550. It's lovely and I want to make sure I'm getting the best out of it. I've noticed that the rear of the tonearm assembly doesn't appear level, it is angled very slightly over to the right. The head shell is level though. Unsure whether this is...
    • AlexH
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    • tonearm adjustment tonearm alignment
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Turntables
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    Technics SL-1200 mk2 tonearm alignment

    Hello everyone! I installed a new cartridge, its height is 16 mm. The Manual say: "If the height of the carriage is 16 mm, the scale reading on the tonearm height adjustment ring is 1". If I do as written in the Manual, the position of the cartridge is not parallel to the record at all! To make...
    • Vanatoi
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    • technics sl-1200 mk2 tonearm alignment
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: Turntables
  3. Jessie_Fox

    Grace G-520 info?

    I’ve just picked up a Grace G-520 tonearm that I want to add to my setup with a dedicated 78rpm mono cart. I know ill either need to build a larger plinth or make a “pod” that I can mount the tonearm to, but I’m trying to figure out how to figure out the mounting distance. Im struggling to...
  4. rbphoto

    Cartridge and tonearm advice - diagnosing IGD issues

    Hello good people! I apologise if this topic comes up all the time, I admit that I am a newbie when it comes to vinyl and tonearm setup so I come seeking some advice. I'm reading and watching all I can on the topic and learning as I go. I've recently acquired a turntable and started buying...
    • rbphoto
    • Thread
    • cartridge alignment denon dl-110 stax ua-7 tonearm adjustment tonearm alignment
    • Replies: 95
    • Forum: Turntables
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    Slanted tonearm Pioneer PL-41

    I just got a new (to me) PL-41 turntable, and noticed something weird about the tonearm: Now it looks to me like the guy just didn’t screw in the screws for the pivot point. I leveled it out and screwed them in, as shown below: And now I’m wondering if the table is okay to use, or if I...
    • IdiotWind
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    • pioneer tonearm tonearm adjustment tonearm alignment tonearm balance turntable turntable adjustment
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Turntables
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    Livingston mono tonearm

    Hi there, received a Livingston tonearm in the mail today and would love to install it on my technics sp12 however there is no indication where to install it. Do you happen to have any information on this? Thanks for any leads!
    • FloGypBKK
    • Thread
    • livingston technics sp12 tonearm alignment
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: Turntables
  7. owens_river

    Helpful Database of Tonearm Specs (S2P, Offset, Nulls, etc.)

    Figure I'm maybe not the first to post (?) but stumbled upon this resource while doing some research tonight. Figured it couldn't hurt to post for those in need. Not exhaustive of course– but it's a nice, legible, top-to-bottom list with some diversity and depth...
  8. Joao Duarte

    PL-L800 issue: only works in manual mode

    Hi all I'm new to this forum, I hope it helps get my problem solved. I have this turntable, which is wonderful, from a friend and I'm trying to make it work. When I move the tonearm manually (from the low position) to the disc, it plays ok. Buy when I press one of the automatic function buttons...
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    Skipping problem mystery

    I bought an SL-1200 mk2 in a bundle of audio equipment along with an SL-1700 Mk1. The 1700 plays perfectly, but the 1200 has been skipping on the same records. It’s got a new cartridge/stylus and it’s set level. the stylus is set to the recommended tracking force. I’ve tried adjusting the...
    • MushroomHunt
    • Thread
    • adjustment tonearm adjustment tonearm alignment tonearm balance trouble shooting
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Turntables
  10. Jon S

    Sony PS-X7 Turntable issue...

    Help! I have an old Sony PS-X7 turntable with an issue. When set in auto mode and you press start, the tonearm will move over all over the record, never at the lead-in point. It can be an inch or it can movew all the way to the end of the record. The drop off point adjustment is of no help...
    • Jon S
    • Thread
    • ps-x7 tonearm adjustment tonearm alignment
    • Replies: 13
    • Forum: Turntables
  11. Andrew Heck

    Tonearm Height Adjustment Technics SL-230

    Hey there, I can't find any info on adjusting the tonarm height on a Technics SL-230. Anyone know how or if it's an option.
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    Pioneer PL 570 Tonearm alignment

    Hey! I'm new to the group and have always had a love for vintage Pioneer gear. I currently am running an SX1250 with a PL 570 TT with an Ortofon Blue. Set of HPM 900's and HPM 150's. First off, I'm looking for a comparable woofer for one HPM 900. Second.. aligning tonearm? Id love some...
    • TimDean
    • Thread
    • ortofon blue. pl-570 tonearm alignment
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Turntables
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