Okay, I'm back at it
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Just for kicks, I asked the guy if he also had any dial cord or tubes... Negative on both counts, but I did win that bet
Anyway, I was able to mount the new cartridge, wire it up and set the tracking weight using a jury-rigged balance and a loonie (which is exactly 6g!).
However, doing a dry run, (nothing connected to the turntable), I can actually hear the sound on the record. It's not loud, and somewhat tinny (kind of like someone standing next to you with their earbuds cranked.)
The needle isn't skating, it is well seated in the groove.
I don't want to damage anything, so I stopped right away... More newbie questions:
- Is that normal, or too much/little tracking force?
-If not, could it be the stylus angle (and should it be 90 bang on, or more/less)?
Finally, I still have the TC8G and TC8S styli... Both look in good shape. Anyone want to buy them to fund my restoration?
"Super macro" pics on request.