When you have set the correct tracking force, and place the stylus on the alignment gauge, the stylus should be directly on the cross-hairs. If it is over or under, you will not have correct overhang, and it will affect the tracking performance of the system.
Newbie Question - What is "Overhang"
I know that I probably shouldn't be asking and some of you are probably rolling your eyes. I understand cartridge alignment, but what is "Overhang" exactly? and how do you know if its off using the Rega alignment tool? If I got the turntable basics alignment tool how would that tell if the overhang is off?
-Marcus
-Marcus