{"product_id":"12-step-premium-turntable-phono-cartridge-calibration","title":"12-Step Premium Turntable \u0026 Phono Cartridge Calibration","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"section-header justify-self-center text-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"h2\"\u003eOUR CARTRIDGE MOUNTING AND CALIBRATION PROCESS\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWe find that many of our clients turntables are only performing at about 80% of their capability due to poor alignment. To bridge that final 20% gap - where the real depth and detail live - we’ve refined a calibration process designed to treat your turntable like the high-precision instrument it is…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWhether you’re buying a new cartridge or not, we can help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prose\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e12 Step Premium Turntable \u0026amp; Phono Cartridge Calibration:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully unpack, assemble, and calibrate the cartridge on your turntable.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount and calibrate cartridge taking into account:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadshell selection for optimal compliance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlatter mat thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalibration method most suited for your record collection - including Bearwald, Stevenson, or Loefgren.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect and photograph the stylus using our high-power microscope to document and provide pictures in your report.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe 12 Steps:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLevel the turntable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest 33, 45, and 78 RPM speeds to ensure they each perform within spec.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet the cartridge overhang using a Dr. Feickert Analogue protractor and gauge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet the exact stylus tracking force with a made and calibrated in Japan digital gauge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet the VTA (Vertical Tracking Angle) with a gauge block or digital microscope. Set lifter height.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlign the stylus for correct zenith using a Dr. Feickert protractor or WallyTractor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm correct left and right channel orientation using a test record.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest for proper phasing (polarity) using a test record.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet the anti-skate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet the azimuth using a Fosgate Fozgometer (V2) or UPL Analyzer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm tracking ability using test record torture tracks. Provide a photo of the oscilloscope readout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure and record compliance, and adjust headshell mass if required for optimal matching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurntables that undergo our calibration process are shipped with the headshell and counterweight removed. We provide a digital scale for setting stylus tracking force, along with clear instructions. Total setup time upon arrival should be no more than 15 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe'll also provide a printout continuing the detailed results, recommended specs, and photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn our photos is an example report showing a typical calibration.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0003\/3275\/9084\/files\/Image_from_iOS_480x480.jpg?v=1709688870\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkyFi Calibration and Testing Rig\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0003\/3275\/9084\/files\/IMG_7267_480x480.jpg?v=1709688883\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSome of the Tools Used:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0003\/3275\/9084\/files\/IMG_7268_480x480.jpg?v=1709686982\" alt=\"Leveling the Turntable\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSetting the Machine Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0003\/3275\/9084\/files\/IMG_7271_480x480.jpg?v=1709686989\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConfirming Speeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0003\/3275\/9084\/files\/IMG_7278_480x480.jpg?v=1709687006\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSetting the Appropriate Record Height Before VTA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0003\/3275\/9084\/files\/IMG_7249_480x480.jpg?v=1709686970\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalculating Total System Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0003\/3275\/9084\/files\/Screenshot_2024-02-29_at_10.28.25_AM_480x480.png?v=1709687082\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormula for Calculating Compliance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0003\/3275\/9084\/files\/IMG_7238_480x480.jpg?v=1709686965\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInspecting and Documenting Cartridge Health:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0003\/3275\/9084\/files\/IMG_7276_480x480.jpg?v=1709687000\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSetting the Overhang With Feickert:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0003\/3275\/9084\/files\/IMG_7274_480x480.jpg?v=1709686995\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSETTING THE TRACKING FORCE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0003\/3275\/9084\/files\/IMG_7280_480x480.jpg?v=1709687013\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSETTING THE VTA (VISUAL VERSION)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0003\/3275\/9084\/files\/Screenshot_2024-02-03_at_11.03.05_AM_480x480.png?v=1709687075\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMEASURING STYLUS RAKE ANGLE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0003\/3275\/9084\/files\/IMG_7283_480x480.jpg?v=1709687019\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eADJUSTING THE ZENITH \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0003\/3275\/9084\/files\/IMG_7284_480x480.jpg?v=1709687024\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTESTING AZIMUTH WITHT FOZGOMETER\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0003\/3275\/9084\/files\/IMG_7288_480x480.jpg?v=1709687030\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUPL ANALYZER USED IN CONJUNCTION WITH FOZGOMETER TO MAXIMIZE STEREO SEPARATION \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0003\/3275\/9084\/files\/IMG_7292_480x480.jpg?v=1709687045\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTESTING TRACKING ABILITY\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0003\/3275\/9084\/files\/IMG_7294_480x480.jpg?v=1709687068\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTEST RIG IN ACTION\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" 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