My Empire 598 is the first version having 3 speeds. Yours looks like one of the more modern 2 speed models (ii or iii?). Although, I’m not ruling out the possibility that the AC motor might have been swapped at some point.
Can I control the turntable motor speed of my Empire 598 electronically?
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Looks more functional than hauling out a level from the toolbox every time.Maybe put a bubble level on the platter to be sure that it is level. I like using a round bubble level and keeping it on the plinth. Just in case I move it around.
I just leave the level on the table.
I've measured the circular ones against my digital Hammerhead level. They are very accurate.
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Check a bullseye level by rotating it 180 degrees, the bubble should stay in the same place.
I just leave the level on the table.
I've measured the circular ones against my digital Hammerhead level. They are very accurate.
the platter too!
Plenty of old platters, frames and mats are stepped or tapered to accommodate 7" and 10" with a raised lip. No part of my 1219 platter mat, or frame is actually level save the center disc of the platter!
Same here, I level mine near the center with the mats off. A tiny bullseye level is good for the headshell as well.
malden
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I only pointed that out because it seems whoever worked on it may not have been very careful
as @gadget73 stated, they won't be metric
I always clean pulleys with a red scotch pad while the motor is running. You'll need to figure out a way to beep debris from falling into the bearing. Maybe remove the motor and turn it on its side while cleaning the pulley
I believe the strobe will work with a incandescent bulb.
The phone adds mass to the platter, that's why I suggested using the strobe
Incandescent will work but the strobe line is rather faint, but it is there, can use it. The cool heat time is slow but consistent and follows the ac cycle. It works, used it many times with a strobe disc.
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Do not use a "BULLS EYE LEVEL" as they are very inaccurate and not good enough for a turntable.
Get a "String Level" at the hardware store. Less than 4$ and they are Highly Accurate!
Perfect for turntables, We even precision calibrate them to a "Reference" level by filing down the legs to make them super accurate.
Glad you got your table sorted out. It's frustrating when you have to assemble someone else's repair.
Last item, We use a heavy Marble or Granite cutting board placed under the table along with four nice 4" Vibration "Pucks" for a Big sonic upgrade.
Get a "String Level" at the hardware store. Less than 4$ and they are Highly Accurate!
Perfect for turntables, We even precision calibrate them to a "Reference" level by filing down the legs to make them super accurate.
Glad you got your table sorted out. It's frustrating when you have to assemble someone else's repair.
Last item, We use a heavy Marble or Granite cutting board placed under the table along with four nice 4" Vibration "Pucks" for a Big sonic upgrade.
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Cheap led desk lamp type things too.
What's the string attached to? Why not just sit the plastic level on the platter?Do not use a bubble level as they are very inaccurate and not good enough for a turntable.
Get a "String Level" at the hardware store. Less than 4$ and they are Highly Accurate!
Perfect for turntables, We even precision calibrate them to a "Reference" level by filing down the legs to make them super accurate.
Glad you got your table sorted out. It's frustrating when you have to assemble someone else's repair.
Last item, We use a heavy Marble or Granite cutting board placed under the table along with four nice 4" Vibration "Pucks" for a Big sonic upgrade.
Yes, It just sits on the platter.
The "String" is for laying cement blocks when building a basement for a house.
These are very accurate over a 100 foot span so a platter is child's play...
There's no picture of a String Level sitting on an LP platter that I could find on the net, Even though I've uploaded them many times?
Also while your at the hardware store for a string level get a "Neon Voltage Tester" for flashing your "Strobe Disc" (6$).
Beobloke
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If you really want to make sure the important parts of you platter are level, I recommend the Avid High Precision Level: AVID High Precision Level ( With spindle hole ) & 45 rpm adaptor
Its a beautifully machined 45rpm adaptor with a machined bubble level that sits on top of it. Brilliant gadget and I wouldn't be without mine.
Its a beautifully machined 45rpm adaptor with a machined bubble level that sits on top of it. Brilliant gadget and I wouldn't be without mine.
If you ever want to calibrate a level, just put it on a surface and note the bubble position. Turn it 180 and check again. An accurate level will put the bubble in the same spot. If its off, shave down whatever side is high or shim the side that is low until its consistent.
as for accuracy though, you really need a machinist's level. They will give slope in thousandths of an inch per foot. Also ideal if you want to drive yourself absolutely insane with a level. Unless your flooring is a concrete pad directly on the ground, chances are you will flex the floor enough just moving around to throw one of those for a loop.
as for accuracy though, you really need a machinist's level. They will give slope in thousandths of an inch per foot. Also ideal if you want to drive yourself absolutely insane with a level. Unless your flooring is a concrete pad directly on the ground, chances are you will flex the floor enough just moving around to throw one of those for a loop.
And of the 20 pack of bubble levels I bought, three were accurate. Got one of those magnetic angle gauges, just not precise.
A digital level gauge can be handy, but even it won't give you actual level, just relative level. But if used correctly you can level to within 0.1°