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Record Stabilizer on a Suspension Table?

I have a Thorens TD-166 MkII with original Thorens arm. Although I am not adding to my vinyl collection, I do want to enjoy the LPs I already own, and would like to digitize them as well. Since many of my LPs are older, I thought a stabilizer or weight might help get the best results. Although the table is not on a high quality rack, the rack itself sits on my cement basement floor, so vibration control is less an issue than flattening out warped LPs.

My question is: How much wieght can I add the platter without negative affects on the speed, suspension and bearings? I was thinking of an inexpensive clamp like the Souther.

Also, I saw one record clamp that although lightweight (3 oz.), cautioned that "consideration" must be made when using the clamp with suspension 'tables. Why would a 3 oz. clamp be a problem?

Thanks in advance!
bondmanp

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dopogue
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I would suggest that your records will sound better if you don't use any kind of
clamp. You might try something like the Souther but only to help with mildly
warped records. I bought one and think it only dulls the sound. I much prefer
the Herbies Way Excellent Turntable Mat to anything else I've tried, but if you're
into DIY, you might create a Spotmat (do a search in the Vinyl Asylum forum of
Audio Asylum). Or try the original Ringmat. Just some thoughts. Good luck,
Dave
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