Stylus Force Tracking Gauge / Arm Load Meter for Vinylphiles
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Stylus Force Tracking Gauge / Arm Load Meter for Vinylphiles
Surely the simplest and accurate gauge you've ever had the pleasure of using, that measures the vertical tracking down-force.
A must-have for any serious audiophile willing to properly set-up his analogue rig.
It's completely electronic in nature and therefore not prone to the errors inherent in the balance-style devices.
For those who desire the ultimate in accuracy and convenience
This highly accurate gauge is easy-to-use and sensibly priced. The unit will prove itself indispensible when requiring an absolute and consistent tracking force reference.
Super-accurate little device you can balance your cartridge's tracking force to within an inch of its life.
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In fact, to within an accuracy or +/- 0.01 gram. It comes with a 5g weight which can be used to auto-calibrate the gauge, a protective cover and has an illuminated LCD display.
Every cartridge has a specific tracking force specification, usually ranging from 1-3 grams. Using the tracking force indicator on the tonearm is usually inaccurate and fiddly.
Dialing in your correct tracking force is absolutely essential for optimal record playback. If you miss on the heavy side, your sound becomes thick and sluggish. Miss on the light side, and your cartridge is more likely to mistrack and the sound will be light and anemic.
A dedicated stylus force gauge (best option) will enable you to set the tracking force as per the cartridge manufacturers specifications. This will prolong the life of the cartridge and get the very best performance from it
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Some guides on measuring:
The stylus is lowered onto a circular sensor located on the top surface of the gauge.
After a few seconds, during which time the LCD display gradually converges on a numeric value, the tracking weight can be read from the display.
Before attempting to set the cartridge's tracking weight using a gauge and/or a test record, it is best to zero-balance, or "float", the arm with the cartridge affixed. This provides a good reference point from which to begin to increase the tracking weight towards the desired value. The arm/cartridge is floated by moving the arm's counterweight either towards or away from the headshell until the arm reaches a point at which it floats with virtual weightlessness. At this point, the tracking weight of the cartridge is approximately 0 grams and can be set accurately using a gauge like one of those described above.
Universally considered the "industry standard" for stylus pressure gauges, with accuracy to within +/- .02 grams and made to laboratory quality
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Features:
- 5 digit LCD-Display with backlight
- Measurement range of 0 - 5g
- Sensitivity of 0.01g
- Auto calibration function (5g weight tool included)
- Tare function
- Replacement button cells supplied, a leather pouch, all in a gift box.
5 Weighting Modes of:
g - grams
oz - ounce
ozt - trey ounce
ct - carat
TL - Tael-Taiwan
RM75, 1 Year 1-1 Exchange Warranty
Subang Jaya ss14.
@ 012611 6917
http://actsessory.com
https://www.facebook.com/Actsessory
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A must-have for any serious audiophile willing to properly set-up his analogue rig.
It's completely electronic in nature and therefore not prone to the errors inherent in the balance-style devices.
For those who desire the ultimate in accuracy and convenience
This highly accurate gauge is easy-to-use and sensibly priced. The unit will prove itself indispensible when requiring an absolute and consistent tracking force reference.
Super-accurate little device you can balance your cartridge's tracking force to within an inch of its life.
-------------------------------------------
In fact, to within an accuracy or +/- 0.01 gram. It comes with a 5g weight which can be used to auto-calibrate the gauge, a protective cover and has an illuminated LCD display.
Every cartridge has a specific tracking force specification, usually ranging from 1-3 grams. Using the tracking force indicator on the tonearm is usually inaccurate and fiddly.
Dialing in your correct tracking force is absolutely essential for optimal record playback. If you miss on the heavy side, your sound becomes thick and sluggish. Miss on the light side, and your cartridge is more likely to mistrack and the sound will be light and anemic.
A dedicated stylus force gauge (best option) will enable you to set the tracking force as per the cartridge manufacturers specifications. This will prolong the life of the cartridge and get the very best performance from it
---------------------------------------------
Some guides on measuring:
The stylus is lowered onto a circular sensor located on the top surface of the gauge.
After a few seconds, during which time the LCD display gradually converges on a numeric value, the tracking weight can be read from the display.
Before attempting to set the cartridge's tracking weight using a gauge and/or a test record, it is best to zero-balance, or "float", the arm with the cartridge affixed. This provides a good reference point from which to begin to increase the tracking weight towards the desired value. The arm/cartridge is floated by moving the arm's counterweight either towards or away from the headshell until the arm reaches a point at which it floats with virtual weightlessness. At this point, the tracking weight of the cartridge is approximately 0 grams and can be set accurately using a gauge like one of those described above.
Universally considered the "industry standard" for stylus pressure gauges, with accuracy to within +/- .02 grams and made to laboratory quality
--------------------------------------------------------------
Features:
- 5 digit LCD-Display with backlight
- Measurement range of 0 - 5g
- Sensitivity of 0.01g
- Auto calibration function (5g weight tool included)
- Tare function
- Replacement button cells supplied, a leather pouch, all in a gift box.
5 Weighting Modes of:
g - grams
oz - ounce
ozt - trey ounce
ct - carat
TL - Tael-Taiwan
RM75, 1 Year 1-1 Exchange Warranty
Subang Jaya ss14.
@ 012611 6917
http://actsessory.com
https://www.facebook.com/Actsessory
More Items on Sale!
Last edited by actsessory on Mon Sep 10, 2018 9:29 am; edited 2 times in total
Re: Stylus Force Tracking Gauge / Arm Load Meter for Vinylphiles
"I use a digital one. It's within 0.05G accuracy.
Important note: with a typical static-balanced arm you must have the stylus dead level with the record surface when you measure force.
Above the record surface the arm will be 'heavier' and you will under-set the VTF.
If the gauge is below the record surface the arm will be 'light' and you will over-set the VTF.
Shim the gauge up next to the platter so the surface is exactly level and you'll get an accurate reading.
I have several of the balance-type gaiges that sit on the platter.
Setting by those and rechecking with the digital shows the balance gauges can be off (usually low) by up to 3/10 of a gram, which is a lot. "
Important note: with a typical static-balanced arm you must have the stylus dead level with the record surface when you measure force.
Above the record surface the arm will be 'heavier' and you will under-set the VTF.
If the gauge is below the record surface the arm will be 'light' and you will over-set the VTF.
Shim the gauge up next to the platter so the surface is exactly level and you'll get an accurate reading.
I have several of the balance-type gaiges that sit on the platter.
Setting by those and rechecking with the digital shows the balance gauges can be off (usually low) by up to 3/10 of a gram, which is a lot. "
Re: Stylus Force Tracking Gauge / Arm Load Meter for Vinylphiles
See you there...
Actsessory Shoppe, with Maxx Audio Visual are participating in the coming KL International AV exhibition in J.W.Marriott KL.
We are most flattered to see you there!
* 3rd-5th JULY 2015
* FREE 4th Edition Audiophile Commemorative CD &
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While Stock Lasts !
Actsessory Shoppe, with Maxx Audio Visual are participating in the coming KL International AV exhibition in J.W.Marriott KL.
We are most flattered to see you there!
* 3rd-5th JULY 2015
* FREE 4th Edition Audiophile Commemorative CD &
RM5 BHPetrol Voucher for Every Ticket Purchase
While Stock Lasts !
Re: Stylus Force Tracking Gauge / Arm Load Meter for Vinylphiles
Was out of stock previously.. sorry for those who came during KLIAV and no stock
Re: Stylus Force Tracking Gauge / Arm Load Meter for Vinylphiles
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Re: Stylus Force Tracking Gauge / Arm Load Meter for Vinylphiles
Ready stock, same pricings no increase yet.. 1 Year 1-1 Exchange Warranty
Re: Stylus Force Tracking Gauge / Arm Load Meter for Vinylphiles
Stock back in supply with lower price
Re: Stylus Force Tracking Gauge / Arm Load Meter for Vinylphiles
Come join us @ Room No.8032 (8th Floor) Maxx Audio Visual... be there....
Re: Stylus Force Tracking Gauge / Arm Load Meter for Vinylphiles
Ready stock.
Welcome to check it out
Welcome to check it out
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