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    SmartTractor

    The solution if you are stuck with sub-optimal pivot to spindle distance and do not have a Smartractor, is to measure as accurately as possible the pivot to spindle distance and generate a curve protractor with the measured pivot to spindle distance as align the tonearm with the generated...
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    SmartTractor

    One of the many reasons I like the Micro Seiki turntables and now the Air Force III is the arm mounting arrangement allows you two axis of rotation to get the stylus where it needs to be. The SME allows you some degree of freedom for adjustment which Peter mentions, but most other arms don't...
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    SmartTractor

    I can't stress the importance of getting the spindle to pivot distance correct especially with a curve protractor. The beauty of using the Smart tractor is that it can compensate for small errors in spindle to pivot distance which is impossible with a curve protractor. Unless you have a moveable...
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    SmartTractor

    What I do normally after I have set up my tone arm with the SmarTractor and I know the exact pivot to spindle distance, I generate a curve protractor and and compare the results. If anything, just to confirm nothing got bumped and moved after alignment. The SmartStylus is a great tool to get...
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    SmartTractor

    Hi jn229, The best way I have found to check if you have the correct pivot point marked on the tone arm, as you have, is to use a protractor like a Feickert for example and place the pointer on the marked point, now rotate the arm and if the mark stays centered on the pointer you are on the...
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    SmartTractor

    jn229, I beg to disagree, an arc style protractor only works if you have the exact pivot to spindle distance so if you can't measure the exact pivot to spindle distance or have you arm mounted in the exact position as required by the arc protractor it is useless. I find that I always get closer...
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    SmartTractor

    Yes David nailed it on that one, now I have a whole bunch of arms and protractors to get rid of. I set the pivot to spindle distance at 295.6 mm and used a Sumiko slotted head shell , an Ortofon headshell (made by Jelco as well) will work just as well. I am not happy with the SME headshell...
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    SmartTractor

    Teaser Even the little guy approves............... Jam
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    SmartTractor

    A new toy I also happened to obtain a SMARTstylus which is another useful tool made by Acoustical Systems. Herr Brakemeier from Acoustical Systems is a genius when it comes to useful and accurate tools to align your cartridge. I also regard this as a must have................you might wonder...
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    SmartTractor

    SmarTractor at work Here as promised are some pics of the SmarTractor in use. David Karmeli convinced me to try an SME 3012-R and I was so impressed with the arm's performance I bought a second one..........David is going to send me to the poorhouse! Thanks David you were absolutely correct...
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    The American Sound Turntable- Beyond's Minimalist!

    David, That is what I was afraid of...............:eek:
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    SmartTractor

    In fact I just read about the SmartStylus. It looks like a really useful tool. In fact I should order one tomorrow. All the products from Acoustical Systems are innovative and cutting edge including prices but this is What's Best forum and the best usually costs more.:) I have tried the head...
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    The American Sound Turntable- Beyond's Minimalist!

    Yes....the American Sound. Thinking about still keeps me awake at night! I should make a t-shirt out of this:D
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    SmartTractor

    The SmatTractor's graduated disc works pretty well, the best I have seen. Also if the center of rotation of the arm is the same as the center of the mounting clamp/collar that can be used. To find the center of the arm mounting hole http://www.mathopenref.com/constcirclecenter2.html This is...
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    SmartTractor

    Peter I have been with Pass for two years, best job I have had ever. We at Pass use Technics SP-10 Mk2's with custom plinths, platter and power supply. I also use a Micro Seiki RX-1500 with a custom stainless steel platter and a Feickert Woodpecker. I will report as soon as I have a SME...
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    SmartTractor

    John, I am partial to the Lofgren B IEC alignment When I have more time I will try the UNI-DIN alignment, though I find the differences are smaller with longer arms. I also have had good results with Baerwald (Lofgren A) alignment. Peter, I am still waiting for an SME 3012R as David has...
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    Headphone Amp

    Yes it will.:) A couple of changes. Three buttons on the front panel. Input 1, Input 2 and Pre-amp. Jam
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    SmartTractor

    Hi John, It is a little expensive but well worth it......gave away all my other jigs. It also accomadates tall arms like the Kuzma Jam http://www.arche-headshell.de/smartractor-p-a-s/a-comparison-of-phono-alignment-protractors-for-cartridge-alignment-by-gecom-technologie-gmbh/
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    SmartTractor

    This is the most accurate, by far, protractor I have used http://www.theaudiobeat.com/blog/smartractor.htm It is distributed by Vanna Ltd. the importer of Audio Physic.
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    The American Sound Turntable- Beyond's Minimalist!

    Thinking about the American Sound keeps me awake at night................. David has raised a few great point as to what constitutes a good turntable 1) You need a massive platter..... inertia for speed stability 2) The mass of the plinth is important and has to be as small as possible...
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    The American Sound Turntable- Beyond's Minimalist!

    Hi Bob, I can arrange for one to be sent to David if he so wishes... I have the little guy guarding my setup, but we digress since this is a thread about American Sound. Maybe a thread for turntable ornaments is in order..............:D Jam
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    The American Sound Turntable- Beyond's Minimalist!

    Hi Bob, That is Darth Tater a Mr.Potato Head character by Playskool
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    The American Sound Turntable- Beyond's Minimalist!

    Bravo! Thanks for the tour David.
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    Beyond Turntables-Micro Seiki SZ-1t, SX-8000II & SX-8000

    Drool! :p What is your choice of cartridge? I find that silicon damping might be more useful for moving magnet cartridges. Jam
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    Beyond Turntables-Micro Seiki SZ-1t, SX-8000II & SX-8000

    David, Thanks for the photos I am a big Micro Seiki fan but alas I only have a RX-1500....one day when I grow up. Rumor has it , you own an American Sound turntable pray tell... I suppose it is a story for another thread. Jam

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