Where do I put the tone arm?
Where do I put the tone arm?
Position the tonearm above the beginning of the record.
- If your turntable has a cueing feature, you can gently push the tonearm into place with your fingers.
- If your turntable has no cueing switch, you will move the tonearm over the record by using the handle on the head shell.
Is my tone arm too heavy?
If you’re tracking force is too heavy this means the stylus is pushing down too hard on the record. You’re likely to hear more distortion and, in some cases, it can damage the record.
How much weight should be on a turntable needle?
According to Kain, that’s usually around two or three grams. That’s the most straightforward way of doing it, but if there are no numbers on your tonearm dial, there are other ways to adjust the ideal weight. You can also use a tracking force gauge, which is essentially a scale for your tonearm.
Should tonearm be level?
The arm does not matter. The cartridge mounting base being level vs the platter is what matters. A headshell should have a surface that is parallel to the cartridge mounting surface. A level being slightly off is also not that important as long as you use the same level for the platter and the headshell.
What does the tone arm do?
The function of a tonearm is to support the cartridge in the correct position over the record and allow it to move inward to the centre of the record while maintaining this position. Any flex or movement in the tube while the cartridge is on the record will result in audible interference in the audio signal.
What weight should I use for tonearm?
How do I set my stylus pressure?
Setting stylus pressure is easy. Turn the anti-skating knob to 0. Then rotate the weight on back till the arm is in balance and tends to stay parallel to the base. Next, rotate the loose reticule on the weight till 0 lines up with the mark on the arm.
How important is tonearm height?
The height matters. It sets the tracking angle of the stylus in the groove. With some cartridges, it matters a lot.
Where do you put the tonearm on a turntable?
Some turntables require that you install the tonearm onto the turntable itself, others demand that you attach the cartridge to the arm. This is a beginner’s guide so I’m going to assume that both of these tasks have been done for you, as is frequently common nowadays, by the manufacturer.
Why is there a difference in sound quality between tonearms?
The difference in sound quality between tonearms is achieved through decades of development, costly materials and time consuming production necessary to produce high quality parts. This also explains the significant performance improvements which exist between each arm in our range. People often ask 2 questions.
What are the features of a premium tonearm?
The premium range includes transformative features like our arm tubes, built from multiple layers to improve stiffness, energy transmission and damping. They also employ dual-pivot bearings to reduce friction and improve de-coupling.
How does an anti skating device balance tonearm?
Set the anti-skating device to the same figure as your arm’s tracking weight. This device adds a force to your tonearm preventing it from skipping (or ‘skating’ across) the grooves. It pulls the tonearm out a little bit, effectively balancing the stylus forces in the groove. That’s it! You’re done.