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Opinions wanted on cantilever alignment

I have a couple month old Lyra Kleos and being new to this level of cartridge I’m looking for opinions.
When I received it I aligned it with a microscope and a Mint LP protractor. While aligning the cantilever I noticed that it doesn’t come straight out of the hole in the body, it is on an angle off to the side.
Its been on my mind and I wanted to reach out to the forum before I called the dealer.
This cartridge was expensive and I want to get the most out of it.

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Cartridge straight on.

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Cantilever straight on
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cleeds
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mijostyn
... When you set it up with your protractor make sure you are aligning it with the cantilever not the body or top of the cartridge ...
Exactly! And the best phono alignment gauges - such as the Mint protractor that the OP is using - allow this with considerable precision.
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cleeds
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It's difficult to tell from the photos but this looks misaligned to me. Given that you've installed the cartridge and used it for a few months, I don't think the dealer or manufacturer owe you a refund. But it can't hurt to ask, especially if you have a good relationship with the dealer. 
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