Hudson Hi-Fi Turntable Phonograph LP Phono Cartridge Stylus Alignment Protractor Tool–High Contrast (VTA Sold Separately)

Hudson Hi-Fi Turntable Phonograph LP Phono Cartridge Stylus Alignment Protractor Tool–High Contrast (VTA Sold Separately)

• This high-contrast protractor tool enables you to achieve precise alignment of your turntable phonograph cartridge stylus with ease. Its high-contrast cartridge alignment markings provide improved visibility for accurate alignment and optimal sound quality. Prevent premature wear and tear on your stylus while optimizing your turntable setup with this easy-to-use, durable tool.
• Improve your sound quality and prevent premature wear and tear on your stylus with precise alignment.
• Made with durable materials for long-lasting use. Works with any 1-2" mounted cartridge.
• You can use it with an S -Shaped arm. Vertical tracking angle (VTA) adjustment tool sold separately.
• Easy-to-use design allows for quick and hassle-free adjustments to your turntable setup.

Proudly designed and manufactured in America! To properly mount a phono cartridge, you need to be able to position it so that it remains tangent to the record grooves at all diameters. This is always a compromise. This gauge helps you to mount the cartridge to the headshell for the best compromise. The protractor lets an amateur do professional phono cartridge alignment. In just a few simple steps, the Protractor gives precise alignment for better sound and longer stylus life with any standard phono cartridge and radial tonearm. Made of durable 2mm ABS plastic allowing you to precisely adjust your cartridge/stylus by providing a clear top view. Easy to follow instructions included! Unlike similar market alternatives our protractor is UV Printed and cured for 3 hours ensuring the highest quality print: so you'll never have to worry about paint peeling off like with comparable cheap Chinese products! Guide: 1. Place this protractor on your turntable platter with hole over spindle. 2. Move cartridge/ tonearm until stylus rests exactly on center of bulls eye. (120.9mm radius). Check that cartridge is square with outer set of grid lines. - If not, loosen cartridge mounting screws and twist cartridge lightly until it is square. 3. Move cartridge/ tonearm until stylus rests exactly on center of inner bulls-eye (66.04mm radius), Rotate protractor around spindle as required. Check that cartridge is square with inner set of grid lines. - If not, change overhang, (move cartridge in or out along the axis) until cartridge is square. 4. Repeat step 2 and 3 till cartridge is square at both points. Tighten mounting, and recheck as above. Remove Protractor. Relax and enjoy!