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Trade: SUPATRAC
So you think you can solve the azimuth issue without creating averse effects?
It's a very small issue, possibly inaudible, and it is fixed by a very small adjustment in hoist angle.
So you think you can solve the azimuth issue without creating averse effects?
Again, sorry if this is creating "noise" in the communication (pun intended), but do I have it right that you've now made the hoist sit vertical (i.e. no underhang), and thus the only effect when twisting left/right away from "record middle" (call it "track 3") will be one of skate/antiskate, which you're adjusting for in your antiskate mechanism. Correct?
I kind of liked the underhang to apply forward pressure from the thrust plate onto the pivot point. If you're now using a magnet, is there a chance that as the pivot swings l/r ever so slightly that the magnet will not have continuous effect on the pivot? That it could be pulling it one-way or the other, rather than just at the thrust plate?
The first VPI compatible Blackbird has been installed by its new owner today. He says...
"First impressions are excellent, definitely leaves
the JMW Memorial Tonearm in the dust. More Bass
and tighter, separation is excellent and overall great
soundstage. Working through a load of albums as we
speak and loving what I am hearing."
Ahem! I have a VPI Aries II. What in particular is needed make the Blackbird compatible with a VPI?
Thanks so much for the prompt and detailed reply.
Meanwhile, time for a supasnac.