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correct zerostat technique

I have the Zerostat 3 and was always surprised at the lack of instruction supplied with it. I constantly wonder how to most effectively use it. In the past, a search of the archives turned up a tiangle technique. Basically, squeeze and release at the three points of an imaginary equilateral triangle ~1 foot over the record surface followed by one squeeze(no release) over the center. In max AC season here in Iowa this doesn't seem to be real effective and sometimes I wonder if I'm actually adding charge to the vinyl. Does anyone have a different technique to recommend? Would I have more luck with the Talisman or Furutech destat?(Both of which seem pricey)
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lewm
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This is very funny. For many years, I was aiming my Zerostat at the LP during both squeeze and release of the trigger. Then some years ago a few friends of mine told me I had been doing it wrong, that you squeeze while pointing at the LP then release away from the LP. Here in this thread I see that there is some disagreement among knowledgable audiophiles on this subject. So which is it? Squeeze only or squeeze and release?

My Zerostat has got to be at least 30 years old, so it may no longer matter.
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