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rev. 10/2019
Installing the wood inserts:
a)
Work with an empty shell (without the motor in place)
b)
Lay the wood insert flat and parallel to the shell pocket
c)
Apply even pressure with your thumb until the insert is all the way in and flush to the outer
surface (caution with your finger nails). Confirm that it is well seated on both its internal beds.
d)
Proceed as well with the following two inserts.
e)
To free up the motor, first remove the tension on the lateral tuning-screws which could later
block the motor from being pulled out.
6.
Tuning Screws (
There are three (3) strategically positioned micro-setscrews; two (2) laterals and one (1) frontal control
mechanical resonances by linking the shell at key areas on the motor. These allow delicate fine-tuning
of the cartridges interpretation
of certain sonic parameters. The sonic footprint is different between the
laterals and the front screw as for the applied torque. One can activate the screws independently or
vary the torque upon each. Caution: 1. - the purpose of these screws is not meant for maintaining the
motor in place. 2. - Observe maximum recommended torque below. 3. - Only adjust the setscrews
while your tonearm is in its rest position.
We suggest you to try three settings; no contact on motor, slightly in contact, and the suggested 1/8
turn (front) or ¼ turn (lateral) depending on the setscrew. Use the provided M0.7mm Allen hex key
(the small one) for adjusting.
Fig. 4 Tuning Screws max. settings
7.
Proposed voicing procedure
Here is a simple four (4) step procedure on how we suggest you to proceed on finding the best
performance out of your cartridge. You are free to use it, i.e. it is not an absolute way to work.
Be rigorous, this is fine-tuning at its best. You will notice that the fine cartridge generator is very
sensitive to its surrounding Audio MusiKraft shell tuning combinations. During your A/B comparisons,
do not change the volume position, find a comfortable level from start and leave it as is. Changing it
will impact your perception. Try different records before assuming the change will mirror itself in every
type of music and recording. Use the same records for reliable conclusions. A good advice is to take
notes while doing each listening steps
as many sonic changes will occur. It may be long, but very
rewarding at the end.
