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Mint Tractor

I'm sorry, I apologize, please forgive me for doubting all of you who have told me of the need for the Mint Protractor. I got it today, and just did a quick check to find that the cartridge is indeed off set up with the VPI protractor that comes with the Supercout/10.5i. I read the directions and it is a very tedious, and slow going procedure, so I'll get back in a while and tell you if I hear any differences.
stringreen
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stringreen OP
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OOOPS...I didn't use Scotch Tape. I used a thick tape that I use when repairing violins...I knew it wouldn't leave a residue...sorry. I would call or write to VPI and ask them what they recommend. Stan
dougdeacon
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What Palasr said ^^^

I haven't bothered taping the platter or a protractor in several years. If you work carefully and delicately then nothing will move. If you don't work carefully and delicately, you shouldn't be aligning a phono cartrdidge! :-)
tvad
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It's an awful lot of delicate work that would be lost if the platter or protractor moved even a fraction.

Yip recommends taping the protractor, and securing the platter, and I see no need to tempt fate by doing otherwise.
palasr
453 posts
 
Tvad,

Agreed, especially with most turntables. Dealing with the Teres, Galibier, Redpoint or any other high-mass table however is a different matter -- 35 lb. platters just don't really move too easily on their own!

A most pleasant Labor Day weekend to all.

-Richard
tvad
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As careful as I am, Richard (and I am quite careful), I'd be very unhappy if I accidentally nudged my platter. This is my concern...not the platter moving on its own. So, I will continue to tape it down. There are enough tapes available that will not leave a residue (blue painter's tape for example).
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