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Dynavector 10x5 - tracking

I'm having a bit of trouble dialing in this cartridge. I have it paired with a Basik LV-X tonearm on an LP-12 TT.

I've used a Geodisc and the protractor that comes with the Hi-Fi news test record. The shape of the Dynavector makes it tricky to sight-up with the grid.

My issue is that I can only pass the first two anti-skating tracks on the test record, whereas with my Marantz/Clearaudio combo I've had no problem passing the third track as well.

I'm sure that I could use more practice with setting up cartridges, but is the Dynavector just an "ok" tracker or possibly a bad match with the Basik arm?
roblanger

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roblanger OP
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Thanks,

I'm not sure how to achieve this with the protractors I currently have. The GeoDisc does have a sight line for the stylus. Perhaps by sighting the the point where the cantilever and suspension meet?

I'd like to get a Mint tractor but I don't plan on living with the Basik arm for very long.
roblanger OP
117 posts
 
Thanks, Doug.

I'm certainly not hearing any mistracking or distortion, so perhaps I'm ok. Unfortunately, an older/wiser buddy of mine made me a bit paranoid when it comes to passing the tests on that LP. I was afraid of ruining LP's due to gross misalignment (which I don't think I had).

I will definitely try zeroing-out the anti-skate and adjust by ear. Eventually I will invest in some type of mirror protractor. I've already inquired about the Mint for my Marantz TT15.
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