I thought about this as a technique for getting more anti-skate force - you could move the D-ring back on the arm to get more leverage. I think VPI doesn't actively encourage it because they're sort of on the fence about the whole idea of anti-skate.
VPI antiskate nylon string and collar
My Prime came will the AS device. I noticed the nylon sting is connected to a collar that is secured to the arm. I'm appears the collar is adjustable via a clamping nut that could be loosened and thereby alllowing the collar to be slid further toward the back of the arm. Would there be any benifit in the when adjusting AS?
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From Michael Fremer's Prime review: You can try it both ways and decide for yourself but if you are tracking at between 1.75 and 2.2 grams use three O-rings placed at the end of the anti-skating lever. I base that on measurements using the “Wallyskater” device and backing it up with Telarc’s Omnidisc test record that has the best anti-skating track ever. Read more at https://www.analogplanet.com/content/select-vpi-prime-turntable-and-make-great-choice#JXwo63spZIamEp... |
I use the AS device with a SS Aida as per Sound Smith instructions and it works very well. It basically stops sibilance on the vast majority of records. More focused sound. I had a friend come over who had gotten setting it up down. I also like it because you can loosen up the twist in the connection wires. We used a blank LP to set it up. We also kept the AS device lined up with the front edge of the junction box so when I add or take away rings the AS Device it is in the same position. That way I am comparing just the weight not the weight and position of the AS Device. |
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