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Graham Phantom: Set Up Error Causes Skipping

I just installed a Graham Phantom on an Aries. I have some Wally Tools and a Fozgometer, but this is the first time of done this and I'm sure its far from dialed in. I have some LPs that I know are in reasonable shape and played fine on my Scout / JMW 9. However, these records skip. Where am I going wrong? Is it anti-skating? I have tried to set it on minimum. Any responses would be much appreciated. I am a novice. Thanks!
mcmprov
dre_j
159 posts
 
What model Phantom are you using? Phanton I or II?
dev
832 posts
 
Is your Graham brand new?
mcmprov OP
57 posts
 
I am using a Phantom I, which I bought used on Audiogon. I will try increasing the tracking force and see what happens.
audiolui
294 posts
 
Start with the cartridge recommended tracking force. Also check the VTA. When I had the PHantom I (now I have II), I needed to adjust the vTA (nose up) to avoid skipping that happened on one of the tracks in "Solar Energy". But this is cartridge dependent.
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musichead
94 posts
 
Check the arm lift, it might be resting too close to the arm combined with wrong VTA makes the arm stick to the arm rest.
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