DS Audio ES-001 Eccentricity Detection Stabilizer

It didn't work on a black lacquer which has a large run-out groove. I guess it looks for the run-out groove in a certain area only.
 
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Just noticed that if the record has a short run-out groove not only can the detection not work or not be accurate, the cartridge can actually hit the ES-001! Not good.
I normally keep the ES-001 on during playback, as recommended, as I think the record can shift when removing the unit and using another weight; but with a short lead-out groove this is not recommended.
 
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My experiences …

I do understand some opinions which say for measuring it is a good tool but I would never expand a record’s hole of my old original pressings. From my “little experience” right now I would say that 2/3 of my records only need some kind of moving back to the central point. Most holes are too big for the spindle and do need only a movement into a centralised position. 1/3 should be enlarged in a very subtle way. It is a fine adjustment of the hole when you are using the reamer. In the end you will use the DS ES 001 all the time. If you compare the sound before and after centralisation you will be totally convinced of the DS unit.

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