Thank you all for your responses. I can tell that there are two "schools of thought" on this topic, one is 'Level the platter flat for the bearing', and other is 'Level across the stylus sweep' and that is where I have found differences in level readings. I do use an excellent 5" Empire spirit level as this provides the highest resolution of precision for what it is I am doing. I also appreciate advice on the digital level but I just don't trust these devices. I like the analog levels, no pun intended. I did find that on my Cardis Sweep/test LP that 'platter level' yielded supurb results, esp. no anti-skate issues. Thanks all. BR
Leveling your turntable, your approach?
Not satisfied still with the sound from my TT setup, I decided to revisit the leveling situation. I discovered it was fine side to side, it was slightly low in the back, by 1mm or so. However, I thought why not tackle the levelness as it effects the arc of the cartridge with an actual record on the platter. A whole new issue was presented as my 5" Empire spirit level spanned from label to rim of several records to dial in a new dead level as the stylus would ride. Have I reinvented the wheel on leveling, or is this a novel approach, Cheers, BR