right.....VPI almost demands "fiddling around". With that said...you really only have to do it twice (the second time to assure the first time was correct). Perfect VTA, and perfect side thrust compensation is only sharpening the edge but in many cases make little difference. I have a VPI and like it, but I wonder if you'd actually just like to play a record and smile.
Turntable advice
Hey there, I was wondering if anyone has any advice on a turntable and cart. I was looking at the rega p6 but the lack of vta and azimuth adjustment turned me off, I mainly listen to hip hop/ soul/ funk/ jazz and blues for the cart reference. Im looking to spend around 2-3500 with the cart price included if possible but could stretch a bit if need be. Mainly my concerns are ease of cartridge adjustment and alignment or a clear path for adjustment if something has a known quirk. I still haven’t decided on a phono or amp either if anyone has any advice there. Budget for those is around 1500 give or take for both.
i appreciate any advice in advance !