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Record Clam, yes or no

I have a Rega P5 and have replaced the glass platter with a Groovetracer acrylic platter and sub. I used a HRS record clamp and loved it with the glass platter, I chose it because of the rubber undercoating and the nice fit around the spindle, plus it is the best clam I have used. Since I replaced the glass platter, I find I like the sound better without any clamp, at all. I found the damping from the clamp too much, almost flat. So now I do not use any clamp and really enjoy the sound. Has anyone else had a similar experience?
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samhar
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At this very moment, no!! A friend was over and suggested removing the clamp, thanks TC, the resulting improvements in air between instruments, expanded sound stage and "presence" have moved me into the no clamp group, until the next warped record!!!
samhar
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After almost three months and many adjustments, speakers,racks and stands and acoustic treatments the Basis locking clamp is back on and tightened down to snug, about half way to tight. With the clamp on there is more body to the sound. I don't use an "O" ring under the record if it isn't warped.
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