I have responded recently to a more general question about record weights and what they do in general. Yes, your question is spot on. Weights on most tables reduce left/right sound stage and increase depth of stage. This can be a positive or a negative for you. Leading edge transients can be more precise as well. At some point enough weight will dull the sound in the upper frequencies and accentuate the lower ones. The easiest way to hear the difference is to borrow or buy an Oyaide RW. It comes in two weight categories and either one is adjustable within a fairly wide tolerance. It's a little funky looking but it is a very good weight and you can at least get close to your ideal. You should also consider what you are using as the interface between your record and the platter. Mats matter and in my experience they do so more than weights. If you don't use a mat of any kind and you want a good one the Oyaide is excellent at only $100.00. Also take note of the number of exhibitors at shows no longer using weights or clamps at all. After buying a very good mat I have settled with using no weight on the record. I am NOT an Oyaide dealer or manufacturer.
record weight .... correct weight?
Searching in the web, there is a wide range of weights for what we put on top of our records, goes from as low as 200grs to 3 pounds .... why those differences? is 3 pounds really necessary?,what should be the correct weight for this devices and why?, I would like to know your ideas about this matter.
thanks in advance
thanks in advance