Linear Tracker ...I was wondering

jagjag,

I have to disagree with the Debbie Downers that automatically bash the linear trackers.  I owned a Maplenoll Ariadne air bearing TT/arm combo with straight line tracking and it is right at the top of any analog setup I've had.  I also own a Trans-Fi Terminator with Tomahawk wand and all the best upgrades Trans-Fi had prior to selling the company to the current maker.  I used it with a super Lenco rebuild and the sound was very good.  I've had several good pivoted arms and it sounds better than all of them by a little bit.  I would be willing to sell my TF if you wanted to try it.  It is in very good shape and comes with all you would need to make it sing.  You could PM me if interested.  I had 2 full systems and am cleaning out the second one.

Bob

miyostyn,

I was able to get a better overall design in the Pete Riggle Woody arm which is so well thought out it has 3 OTF adjustments, uses NO tools to mount, has wonderful pictures and directions for use and optimization of the various parameters, looks good, and sounds extremely fine.  Does it sound better than the Trans-Fi?  MAYBE.  I had a notion of going to 2 arms on my massive Lenco rebuild with a beautiful 10-layered 100 lb. plinth that has a 24" X 20" top and is 7" H.  The Woody is easier to use.  The Trans-Fi sounds very fine also and utilizes an aquarium motor that is pretty quiet compared to the Maplenoll's LOUD motor I had to house in a separate closet 50 ft. away from my dedicated room in the basement.
There is a lot to admire in the design of the TF arm.  It has a very industrial look, which is cool and looks like the actual cutting lathe records are made on.  I liked that part.  I just liked the Woody better overall when I decided having 2 arms, 2 cartridges, etc. is just too much.

Bob