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In the Thread: The last phonocorrector: “End of Life" Phonostage
Post Subject: Phonostage vs. VTAPosted by Paul S on: 6/21/2008
No, VTA is not in and of itself a characteristic of Sound; but in my own system the stylus' vertical tracking/rake angle is not something that results inthe same sound no matter where I put it. In fact, even small changes profoundly affect the character of the sound that the phonostage is expected to "make the most of". And in my system, record thickness and original cutting angle are both - apparently - factors to be reckoned with in terms of setting VTA, which, in turn, audibly affects the character of the sound, in a "pattern" similar to what you have described earlier.
Sure, it's a nuisance; but this does not make it go away. And at the same time it is something I am able to dial to very beneficial effect.
Best regards,
Paul S
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