Swapping the MMF 5 for an SL-1210M5G

tvad, did you need to alter the tonearm height with the benz micro on the technics?
Radioheadokplayer (Threads | Answers)

I've adjusted the tonearm height many times as I've listened to find the "sweet spot". I can't recall if I adjusted it when I initially mounted the Benz. If the tonearm's parallel with the platter, then it's a good, neutral starting point.

Describe the noise you hear. Does it continue if the needle is raised off the record, but the platter continues to spin?

Tvad,

The noise is only when the needle is on the lp.....if you lift the needle and the lp just spins there is no noise!

Tvad,

If i am not mistaken the stylus pressure as well as the antiskate is to be set at 2 for the benz micro ace right?

Michael

Can you describe the noise? I can't wrap my head around what you're hearing.

If you look closely at the side of the cartridge while it's playing, do you see any part of the cartridge body touching the record? Only the stylus is on the record, yes?

The tracking force is 1.8 grams - 2 grams. Ideally, this should be measured with a stylus force gauge rather than going by the scale on the tonearm weight, if possible. Of course, the tonearm scale will get you roughly in the correct range. Be certain you "zero" the balance of the tonearm before you set the gauge to "2". The manual clearly explains this procedure. It's easy.

I have my anti-skate set at about 1.5, and it was set using a HiFi test LP.

So quick update to everyone that partook in this thread. I finally swapped in my Technics SL1210M5G into the system over the MMF5.

I put them back to back and listened to them for two days.

Then I packed the MMF5 away and set up the Technics permanently.

What a lazy table! The Technics SL1210M5G has amazing control and is great at keeping time. Absolutely wonderful player. I installed the Dynavector DV-10X4 on it and better, tighter control on the bass as well as maintaining although I've noticed that the mids and highs are a little bit brighter than before. This might be a cartridge issue? I was also looking into getting the AT 440mla for this.. any opinions on this?

I'm slowly looking into mods right now from KABUSA and seeing what they recommend. I've heard the damping fluid does the most in terms of bang for buck. Any feedback on this part here would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks again for all your help, everyone! You've really been able to help me make a great decision!