We must assume that your tonearm is properly mounted with the correct spindle to pivot distance. If so, go the Conrad Hoffman website http://conradhoffman.com/chsw.htm and download their free cartridge setup protractor. Enter your arms spindle to pivot distance and print out a customer arc protractor template.
Tool for measuring pivot to spindle distance?
My new cartridge is on its way. I am making sure I have all the necessary tools for setting up the tonearm and cartridge, and realized that I don't have a decent tool for measuring the pivot to spindle distance for the tonearm. All I have is a plastic ruler with mm measurements - not ideal to say the least!
I would love to get something like the Clearaudio Protractor or the Dennisen/Nerve Audio Protractors, but such tools are beyond my budget. Is there a less expensive alternative? For example, would a set of 12" digital calipers (with mm readings of course)work?
I see some calipers costing around $35 - great price - are they accurate enough at that price point? No doubt most of these are made in China, which may or may not be a problem.
My budget is not much - less than $50 would be ideal. Any advice would be appreciated.
Holly
I would love to get something like the Clearaudio Protractor or the Dennisen/Nerve Audio Protractors, but such tools are beyond my budget. Is there a less expensive alternative? For example, would a set of 12" digital calipers (with mm readings of course)work?
I see some calipers costing around $35 - great price - are they accurate enough at that price point? No doubt most of these are made in China, which may or may not be a problem.
My budget is not much - less than $50 would be ideal. Any advice would be appreciated.
Holly