Turntable Placement


Greetings All:

Here is my Q:

I have a VPI TNT3 on the VPI base filled with lead shot. My room is in process of a facelift so I have the option of moving things around now.

I have Magnepan 3.7, VTL MB450, and CAT SL1 Preamp. I would like to move my TT closer to the amps so that I don't have to put the interconnects under the carpet again (but if I have to, that's totally fine).

In a perfect world, I would put my TT much closer to the speakers, but I am afraid that the reverberation, etc., will make a significant impact on my TT performance. Any advice?
yesfan

Showing 1 response by pryso

Yesfan,

Move your TT closer to your amps? Is that what you meant to say? More traditionally the separation questions relate to TT distance from the preamp/phono stage and amp distance from the speakers.

Anyway, a little research on identifying resonance loading points in your room should be beneficial. Try locating your TT a little out from the wall in a null position.

The most basic advice I can offer (based on personal experience) is to avoid placing your TT where the arm/cartridge will be close to a corner. Bass wave build up can affect cartridge performance. So try to locate it away from any room corner or within any type of cabinet. Since you have the VPI base I assume the cabinet question does not apply in your case.