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Baerwald? Lofgren? Stevenson? Which one should I use? 

 

This is a choice you have to make. Every curve has its own strengths and weaknesses. We recommend 

starting with the Baerwald curve. 

Here is a graph of the 3 curves, the Align it DS3 offers. You’ll understand to interpret this graph correctly by 

reading the following pages.  

 

Baerwald (Lofgren A) 

Also known as Lofgren A, minimizes and equalizes distortion at the three weighted tracking error peaks 

resulting in a good compromise between inner and outer groove tracking. Baerwald displays moderate 

distortion at the beginning of the record, quite low distortion in the area between the null-points, but a steep 

increase in distortion from inner null-points up to the most inner groove. Works universally well for many 

musical tastes. 

Lofgren B  

Minimizes distortion in the area between the null-points, resulting in the lowest average distortion at the 

expense of slightly higher distortion at the start and the end of the record. More accurate tracking between 

the null-points, but less accurate tracking and more distortion at the very beginning and very end of the 

record. Ideal for: modern jazz, pop and rock (less than 20 minutes of music per side). 

Stevenson 

A variation which is optimized for lower distortion at the inner grooves, by moving the inner null-point more 

towards the inside. The outer point is also pushed towards the beginning of the record, resulting in less 

tracking error and distortion at the very beginning of the record. Overall lower distortion at the very 

beginning and very end of the record, with the downside of higher distortion in the area between the null-

points. Ideal for: classical music, very long records (25 minutes or more per side), or 45 RPM singles. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Содержание Align it DS3

Страница 1: ...Pro ject Audio Systems Pro Ject Align it DS3 Revision 2022 10 14 1 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Cartridge alignment tool Pro Ject Align it DS3...

Страница 2: ...ro Ject Align it DS3 Revision 2022 10 14 2 1 Spindle hole 2 Cartridge tangency adjustment outer null point 3 Cartridge tangency adjustment inner null point 4 Mirror 5 Tonearm length for each alignment...

Страница 3: ...lowered and follows the curve If it does not adjust the cartridge position on the headshell To do this lift the tonearm loosen the headshell screws a tiny bit move the cartridge forwards or backward o...

Страница 4: ...PRO come aligned with 18 5mm overhang X2 B with 18mm overhang Check your turntable s manual for the factory adjusted overhang and don t worry if your factory fresh turntable doesn t align by default w...

Страница 5: ...e Works universally well for many musical tastes Lofgren B Minimizes distortion in the area between the null points resulting in the lowest average distortion at the expense of slightly higher distort...

Страница 6: ...ignal in case it is not perfectly aligned 2 Tracking error versus radius of the groove versus distortion Bearing in mind that distortion ABS 50 x tracking error groove radius we can easily calculate t...

Страница 7: ...centre we got a more considerable tracking error at the end of the record and with it related distortion higher But the integration of the distortion on the whole record will be lower than in the pre...

Страница 8: ...arc path is purple in color And on the arc lie two points where the green line orthogonal to the axle of the cartridge intersects precisely the center of the record These points are called null point...

Страница 9: ...manufacturer accepts no responsibility for damage caused by not adhering to these instructions for use and or by transportation without the original packaging Modification or change to any part of th...

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