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1: Tubes Asylum, Re: Thanks you all for good contacts(nt) (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2003-10-22, 09:58:16 (205.188.208.9)
WM .......
2: Tube DIY Asylum, Hickok 572 repair/calibration. (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2003-10-22, 08:11:37 (152.163.252.5)
Who provides above service in USA? Thanks Wally M .......
3: Tubes Asylum, Hickok Tube Tester repair/calibration (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2003-10-22, 08:08:34 (152.163.252.5)
This is my first post in Tubes. I am very active in Vinyl. Friend of mine has Hickock 572, which needs some repair and calibration. Who provides this Service? Regards, Wally M .......
4: Vinyl Asylum, Help: Service Manual for Garrard 100c. I just received.. (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2003-10-12, 07:13:23 (64.12.96.9)
Garrard 100c and auto mechanism is mulfunctioning. Beside that the cartridge mounting insert is very loose in the headshell. In Owners Manual they are talking about Viscous Damping in the headshell??? .......
5: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Audio tech 100 ?? specs (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2003-10-11, 07:51:26 (205.188.208.9)
Hello Steve, I checked my Japanese books from 1979 -1985. Most of AT Arms have Eff. Length specified at 240mm ad overhang typical for all Japanese Arms at 15mm , which is not for Baerwald alignment. I .......
6: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Use Cl.A. Protractor only for Pivot to Spindle distance.. (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2003-09-23, 21:32:48 (205.188.208.9)
adjustment. Your UP-4 9" arm has nominal Eff.Length=230mm and Piv.-Spindle should be 212mm for Baerwald alignment. Cl.A. Protractor was designed specifically for Unify Arm with Eff. Length=239mm and P .......
7: Vinyl Asylum, J Harris, Rick Mack, thanks for suggesting to develop storage box for.. (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2003-09-21, 17:38:08 (152.163.252.5)
W_Tools.I hope that over 200 Posts here helped many Inmates to enjoy Vinyl to the best. Now I am asking for suggestions: How do you invision W-Box???? I am asking all Inmates of AA Vinyl to send email .......
8: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Wally Scale $$ (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2003-09-15, 08:25:54 (152.163.252.5)
Hello Mel, Did you realized that you spoiled birthday present enjoyment given by Mother to JHarris? I do not care about my business antiadvertising- I cannot handle the amount of orders anyway. What d .......
9: Vinyl Asylum, Re: WallyTractor Instructions (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2003-09-14, 07:28:25 (152.163.252.5)
Hi Tim, Please check you personal email. You should have all required info. BR Wally Malewicz .......
10: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Please measure time of 100 revolutions and post it. (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2003-09-11, 10:30:25 (152.163.252.5)
Place the small piece of paper on the edge of record and another piece of paper on plinth in front of the platter. Play the record starting about 30 mm from edge of record. When piece of paper on the .......
11: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Good news for Minneapolis - 60Hz +/- 0.1Hz. I connected.. (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2003-09-10, 20:43:04 (64.12.96.10)
Frequecy counter to the 120VAC/60Hz and observed few times a day during several days. Stability is +/- 0.1 Hz (less than 0.1%) GOOD!!!! I remember an article in some industrial magazine saying that to .......
12: Vinyl Asylum, Re: You are connecting 4.36 kOhm resistor on secondary winding.. (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2003-09-05, 07:33:49 (64.12.96.10)
parallel to 47 kOhm input to load cartridge at 40 Ohms with trafo. And 13 kOhm for 100 Ohms load. I did similar approach and conclusion is that sonic effect for 100 Ohms resistive load is different th .......
13: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Correct, but W-Tractor could be done for any ... (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2003-09-03, 18:19:46 (152.163.252.5)
combination of : Effective Length, Overhang and Offset Angle. For example dedicated W-Tractor for SME 309 is always made for: Leff.=232.32mm Ovhg =16.98 mm Off.angle=23.204 deg Above data is provided .......
14: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Koetsu Onyx Platinum + SME V gold connection question (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2003-09-02, 18:28:48 (152.163.252.5)
I installed last weekend Koetsu Urushi on SME V. Looking from the back and stylus is on the bottom : Top 2 pins are marked as "+" and bottom 2 pins are marked "-" The left 2 pins are marked "R" and 2 .......
15: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Every WallyTractor is made with 0.1mm linear and ... (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2003-09-01, 07:50:04 (152.163.252.5)
0.1deg angular accuracy. The first step is drilling the hole with special drill bit. The hole diameter is used to locate arc and all alignment lines on the mirror. Thanks BK for your concern, but this .......
16: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Wallytractor for SME 3012 tonearm? (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2003-09-01, 07:30:24 (152.163.252.5)
Check your personal email. Regards, Wally Malewicz USA-763-478-6685 .......
17: Vinyl Asylum, Re:Leader LFM-39A can be used with 3kHz signal only. (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2003-08-31, 21:40:37 (64.12.96.10)
Mine has push button for DIN 3.15kHz , but there is no quartz generator installed on PCB. Wally M .......
18: Vinyl Asylum, Re: We all are members of VINYL FAMILY. And all members always... (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2003-08-31, 12:20:33 (64.12.96.10)
support each other !!!!!!!!!!!. I am geeting phone calls sometimes very early mornig from Australia, New Zealand or East Asia and we spend good time on the phone. The goal is to get BEST PLAYBACK FROM .......
19: Vinyl Asylum, Re: We are exchanging personal emails. Marc will post .. (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2003-08-31, 07:17:01 (152.163.252.5)
conclusions. Wally M .......
20: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Klaus, whenever I am trying to send an e-mail to you it... (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2003-02-19, 12:13:50 (205.188.208.104)
..shows different klaus (not Klaus) who lives in Russia. Please send me personal e-mail to me, so we can stay in touch. Regards, Wally Malewicz .......
21: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Now we have complete description (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-12-29, 11:58:18 (205.188.208.104)
The grounding of Phono Cable should be based on correct design and practical experimentation. The case of connecting to the Groove Phono Section confirms it. Groove has acrylic cabinet. SME/VdH Phono .......
22: Vinyl Asylum, Re: You need Ohmmeter and... (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-12-29, 08:15:12 (152.163.188.5)
test conductivity between outer ring and grounding wires (coming from each RCA). If it shows coductivity, I would just disconnect outer ring from g.wire/shielding combination. You will need to do some .......
23: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Test your SME/VdH cable before cutting (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-12-27, 20:40:41 (152.163.188.5)
I checked my SMEV/VdH phono cable and I found : - each D 501 has 2 conductors and shielding - one conductor is connected to red clip and center pin of red RCA plug. - second conductor is connected to .......
24: Vinyl Asylum, Re: I will investigate differences and post.... (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-12-24, 07:25:11 (64.12.96.10)
..them on AAV. I suspect that Arm Tube and headshell are the same. Arm base/mount could be different. We will know soon. Merry Christmas and many Years with the Music from Vinyl. Wally M .......
25: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Graham Robin Eff. Length (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-12-23, 13:45:17 (152.163.188.5)
According to Bob G. there is: -Robin Arm with Leff=235 mm to be used on TT predrilled for G 2.2 -Robin Arm with Leff=239 mm to be used on TT predrilled for Rega . BTW Bob has complete Set of Wally Pho .......
26: Vinyl Asylum, Re: I have W-tractor for RS-1.......... (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-12-18, 10:32:05 (64.12.96.10)
and it is based on RS-1 design goals and allows to setup arm in 10 seconds for the best performance for selected part of the record. I will spend some time with RS-1 over Christmas.I will post somethi .......
27: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Description and Manual for RS-1 say.......... (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-12-17, 21:22:06 (205.188.208.104)
that the design goal is: EXTRA-FORCE FREE TONEARM -INSIDE FORCE FREE -DOWN FORCE FREE -ARM RESONANCE FREE My understanding of statements is: - eliminating skating-inside force (no .......
28: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Garth - we need one (nt) (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-12-17, 06:36:30 (152.163.188.5)
nt .......
29: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Your request was forwarded to: SantaCl@northpole.com (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-12-16, 19:46:58 (64.12.96.10)
Please ask shipping department for tracking number. The delivery will be to your front door on Christmas morning by 5:00AM Merry Christmas to ALL Wally M .......
30: Vinyl Asylum, Re: I am in Minneapolis and.. (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-12-15, 22:15:32 (152.163.188.5)
working 7 days a week.It is after midnight Sunday night. The last year was the best time in my 35 years of professional life. First of all I have met hundreds of wonderfull people - VINYLPHILES from a .......
31: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Patrick, you do not need new W-Tractor (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-12-14, 18:27:36 (152.163.188.5)
Thanks to John E. excellent and easy to use spread sheets for Tonearm geometry calculations I spent little time to get some numbers. Lets assume that Patrick changed Eff. Length of his JMW 10 from 265 .......
32: Vinyl Asylum, Re: 9.52 x cos (offset angle)= about 8.9mm (JMW10) (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-12-14, 12:33:30 (152.163.188.5)
The NOMINAL EFFECTIVE LENGTH could be determined by measuring : Distance between Arm Pivot to Center point between Headshell slots and adding 9 mm for ANGLED std cartridge length (above formula). No n .......
33: Vinyl Asylum, Re: JMW10 Tonearm/Shelter 901/Wally Tractor (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-12-13, 19:49:42 (205.188.208.104)
I have JMW 10.5 (HW sent it to me to use for development of Precise Antiskating Device). I did some measurements: -Pivot to Center Point between slots in the Headshell = 255.5mm . The Nominal Eff. Len .......
34: Vinyl Asylum, Re: It is your choice... (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-12-13, 09:30:53 (152.163.188.5)
...based on your preference. I am suggesting to print 2 graphs. Go to www.enjoythemusic.com and download excellent John's E. spread sheet with graphs for max. Angular Tracking Error/Calculated Distort .......
35: Vinyl Asylum, Re: JMW10 Tonearm/Shelter 901/Wally Tractor (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-12-13, 06:49:53 (152.163.188.5)
Hi Patrick, The Nominal Eff.Length for your JMW 10/10.5 is 265.0mm The Overhang for Baerwald alignment is 15.5mm, so pivot to spindle distance should be say 249.5 (+0.0/-0.5mm). Check that distance wi .......
36: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Leff=227 is not correct (thanks Yosh) (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-12-08, 21:05:53 (64.12.96.10)
I realized that all my Stereo Guides from 1979 to 85 published mounting distance as an Effective length. So, if Piv. to Spind.=227 then for Baerw. alignment Overh.should be about 16.9 and Leff=243.9mm .......
37: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Questions are not stupid. Answers are..... (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-12-08, 11:40:54 (152.163.188.5)
sometimes not related to the subject or based on selfconfidence and/or lack of knowledge. Message to all Inmates: KEEP ASKING QUESTIONS, BUT BE CAREFULL WITH ANSWERS !!!!!!!!!!!!! WM .......
38: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Stax UA7 mounting distance (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-12-07, 18:55:16 (64.12.96.10)
All my Japanese Books show : UA 7 --- Leff.=227mm and Ovhg=13mm UA 70--- Leff.=300mm and Ovhg=12mm As you can see the Overhangs do not relate to Baerwald alignment. I would suggest to install arm at d .......
39: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Thanks Uwe for reminding (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-12-07, 07:46:39 (205.188.208.104)
Hello Uwe, Your W-tractor for your Schroeder Arm with Leff.=242.5mm is in the Global Pr.Mail to Alex today. Question to Mr.Frank S. - why did you make so special Leff for Mr.Uwe? We measured distance .......
40: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Thanks Garth, you answered quest. from Seb (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-12-06, 15:59:06 (64.12.96.10)
Thanks Garth for long and correct explanation. I would like to add few details: 1. Rega, Basis and others are locating Rega Arms with Pivot to Spindle distance at about 222mm. That distance requires L .......
41: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Wallytractor size for Rega or Linn Ittok arm (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-12-05, 15:40:13 (64.12.96.10)
Hi Chet, First the facts about Arms. 1. You have one of the few first WallyTractors for Rega Arms, which were developed based on wrong dimensions given by Importer 5 years ago. I was told that Leff=24 .......
42: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Effective length of Audio Quest PT-6 (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-12-04, 17:06:51 (152.163.188.5)
AQ Arms Leff.= 229mm Piv. to Spind. = 210.9mm WM .......
43: Vinyl Asylum, Re: It is only for Leff=239 mm (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-11-06, 21:05:24 (198.81.26.200)
nt .......
44: Vinyl Asylum, Re: I am back on AAV (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-11-06, 19:52:35 (198.81.26.200)
First some background. SME V and IV have the spring in VTF dial with no tension when VTF is set at zero. So balancing of the arm locates the Arm Center of Gravity in the center of Arm Bearings. Applyi .......
45: Vinyl Asylum, Re: To adjust or not adjust the Anti-skate between playing 33 & 45 rpm records? (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-10-31, 12:06:35 (198.81.26.200)
I have all needed equipment and components to do practical test. As soon as I will perform the test, the results will be posted. BR, Wally Malewicz .......
46: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Any T-Arm Eff.Length (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-09-28, 07:18:52 (198.81.17.172)
Every tonearm with slots in the headshell has NOMINAL Eff.Length and the the range off Eff.Length. The slots are for compensation of different dimensions of cartridges (6.5mm - 13mm) and for correct a .......
47: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Rega Eff.Length- 237/240mm (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-09-26, 08:08:13 (198.81.26.200)
Yes 5 years ago I was making W-Tractors for Rega Arms based on info received from distributor. I was told that pivot to spindle on all Rega TT is almost 223mm. I decided to use Eff.Length =240 mm , Pi .......
48: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Does it have L only and R channel only for.... (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-09-19, 21:28:20 (198.81.16.181)
...Azimuth alignment ? I hope it does not have original suggestion to use azimuth alignment (screw up) as a balance of system. WM .......
49: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Thank you Brian K and John E for suggestion.. (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-09-18, 20:26:01 (198.81.26.200)
I am always open for suggestions related to improvement of Vinyl playback. Following your suggestion I am going to include extra lines on WallyTractors for cartridge body alignment/comparison. It wil .......
50: Vinyl Asylum, Re:Please say: Hi Wally I am........... (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-09-18, 19:41:29 (198.81.26.200)
I am asking everybody visiting AAA Forum in Frankfurt to say: "Hi Wally , I am reading Audio Asylum Vinyl". See you in Frankfurt. Enjoy Music from Vinyl Forever. Wally M .......
51: Vinyl Asylum, Re: I don't think so....... (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-09-17, 22:03:48 (198.81.21.44)
I will provide facts to all Inmates for evaluation. 1. I tested few Rega arms for Asktg accuracy. I used W-Skater to measure Asktg force at different settings and at minimum. Results are : at setting= .......
52: Vinyl Asylum, Re: I will try to help you. Check your email(nt) (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-09-13, 14:17:01 (198.81.17.161)
Nt .......
53: Vinyl Asylum, Re:It hapened to me to.... (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-09-12, 15:48:13 (198.81.17.162)
Hi Dave, It happened to me too. I sent email through AA Vinyl and person did not received it. Please send me email through your internet provider. I am available to talk to Vinylphiles. BR, Wally Male .......
54: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Yes , it is available (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-09-12, 09:38:03 (198.81.17.183)
Hello Rasputin, What is the brand and model of your tonearm? BR Wally Malewicz PS. Are you great grandson of famous RASPUTIN???? .......
55: Vinyl Asylum, Re:The Analog Forum-Seminar "The Science and Art in.... (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-09-09, 10:29:02 (198.81.16.164)
I will provide my Seminars again on Saturday and Sunday 14.00 - 16.00 The subject is: "The Science and Art in Cartridge/Tonearm,Turntable Setup". The seminar will be similar to the one in Duesseldorf .......
56: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Measured: 41 pF (L), 44 pF (R) (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-08-29, 12:37:28 (198.81.26.200)
Just measured with my good LCR Meter. Wally M .......
57: Vinyl Asylum, Re:You can try WallyTractor for free (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-08-27, 21:14:32 (198.81.26.200)
Hi T-Dogg, Please contact me by email. Enjoy Vinyl Forever Wally M PS.: I hope this free offer will not be treated as an ADVERTISMENT. .......
58: Vinyl Asylum, Re: What is the p>sp. distance? (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-07-20, 20:59:39 (198.81.16.33)
Adrian, you have the ruler and spindle adaptor , so please measure the distance from spindle to the pivot and tell us. So far the discussion does not include any numbers, just hypotetical statements a .......
59: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Congratulations John - you know Cartridge Alignment (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-07-20, 18:36:49 (198.81.16.184)
Finally John E. posted something that I was thinking to do. W-Tractor has an Arc for specific Eff.Length and is located for calculated overhang. The null points are at 66mm and 121mm. The max.Tracking .......
60: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Wally tool vs. Graham tool- Bob and I have both (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-07-19, 19:24:57 (198.81.16.51)
Hi Adrian, Yes your email provider is not very reliable. Thanks for confirmation of receiving all instructions. All details are included. I have Graham 2.2 arm with cartridge alignment fixture and Bob .......
61: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Cartridge Signal Imbalance (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-07-18, 21:54:37 (198.81.17.183)
20 x log (1.4 : 1.2) = 1.34 dB Am I correct with numbers? BR,Wally M .......
62: Vinyl Asylum, Re: "not correct" or not complete ? (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-07-12, 22:04:13 (198.81.17.189)
English is my second language, but "not correct" is an international expression for something WRONG, USELESS etc. I installed and aligned hundreds of cartridges and never experienced channel imbalance .......
63: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Yes, I can talk and work at the same time (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-07-12, 21:13:03 (198.81.17.164)
God gave us Voice Communication and Mr. Bell telephone. E-Mails are OK, but I have to use 2 fingers from each hand, so I can not work. Thanks for understanding. Keep your Vinyl Playback Systems proper .......
64: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Your email address does not accept responds.. (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-07-12, 10:27:14 (198.81.16.47)
Hi KIS, I was told by Vin.Asylum Authorities not to publish my ph./fax number ("soliciting for business??"). Just send me a personal email with: Name and Address Arm Model and Table All other issues w .......
65: Vinyl Asylum, Re: You Welcome Fripp (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-07-12, 10:16:00 (198.81.16.47)
Yes you are correct, I will take care of not finished orders. BR, Wally M .......
66: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Wally, please email me...I sent email through Vin.As. (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-07-12, 10:12:34 (198.81.16.47)
Please confirm receiving email. I had reports that emails sent throug Vin.Asylum do not go through sometimes. BR, Wally M .......
67: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Anyone else have trouble getting Wally Tools? (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-07-12, 07:35:19 (198.81.17.23)
Hi KIS, Please have your Buddy contact me directly and I will provide for him the Tool he ordered, regardless whom did he sent payment. Two years ago my Tools were sold by Pro Audio. I still have $$$$ .......
68: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Your Package was sent by Global Pr.Mail to HG (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-07-12, 07:26:33 (198.81.17.23)
Adrian , I received your check 4 weeks ago, but did not receive email from you. I have problems with my AOL provider. Many emails from overseas are not coming through. Please confirm receiving your W- .......
69: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Naim ARO azimuth -Art Dudley, have you checked? (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-07-11, 20:55:09 (198.81.16.182)
For All Inmates : 1 degree change in Azimuth alignment (from 90 deg) is about 6 dB change in crosstalk. 89 deg on one side and 91 deg on the other side of cartridge looks like very, very little tilt. .......
70: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Systemdek iiX Tone arm Overhang /Eff.Length? (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-07-11, 18:48:28 (198.81.16.161)
Hi Sid, Please measure (mm or "") the distance between Arm pivot and Center point between cartridge mounting screws in the headshell. Please send email back to me with your measurement results. I will .......
71: Vinyl Asylum, Re: MAX-237(Baerw.=237-17.5=219.5mm) (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-07-01, 08:16:54 (198.81.16.37)
Japanese data: 237mm - 15mmm=222mm Wally M. .......
72: Vinyl Asylum, Re: 233 mm - Act 2 (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-06-29, 08:36:49 (198.81.16.152)
My W-B Act 2 was listed for Eff.Length=233mm So for Baerwald alignment : Ovhg=17.8mm , Off.Ang.=23.6 deg BR, Wally Malewicz .......
73: Vinyl Asylum, Re:307mm; 13.3mm; 17.7deg (Baerw.) (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-06-29, 08:31:55 (198.81.16.152)
Japanese Stereo Guide- 1983/84 : eff.length= 307mm; ovhg=12mm FYI : Japanese Arm Mfg did not follow Baerw. or Loefgren Alignments. BR, Wally Malewicz .......
74: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Use your WallyTractor .... (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-06-16, 21:38:16 (198.81.26.76)
You can use your WallyTractor for any arm. If you are interested , please call me and I will pass to you info how to use your WallyTractor ((manufactured for 230mm eff. length and 18.0mm(B)/18.5mm(L) .......
75: Vinyl Asylum, Re: And RT is selling TONNS OF VINYL (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-06-12, 12:56:35 (198.81.16.169)
Properly tuned piano w/o playing music is just a piece of furniture. ENJOY MUSIC FROM VINYL FOREVER AND KEEP YOUR SYSTEMS ALIGNED TO THE BEST. WM .......
76: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Wally tools for PCost mailed yesterday (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-06-12, 11:06:00 (198.81.17.32)
PCosta , please confirm receiving. Thanks, WM .......
77: Vinyl Asylum, Re: 10:1 or 20dB (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-06-01, 11:13:26 (198.81.16.28)
nt .......
78: Vinyl Asylum, Re: MC-Trafo DENON AU-340 (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-05-31, 08:17:43 (198.81.16.56)
My Japanese Stereo Guide 84 says: Cartridge Load ; 3 Ohm and 40 Ohm Turn Ratio: 10(for 40ohm), 33(for 3ohms) Phono Section input impedance req.:50kohms BR, WM .......
79: Vinyl Asylum, And SPU Cartridge/Headshell has 30+ gr Mass (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-05-29, 21:46:27 (198.81.17.153)
nt .......
80: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Ortofon SPU, SME 3012R - wrong arm? (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-05-29, 06:59:58 (198.81.16.162)
Hello Mr.Win Would you please explain your point of view with some technical details. According to Ortofon info SPU Maister Silver comes with headshell and total mass is about 31 grams. The recomended .......
81: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Antiskating- WTArm (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-05-25, 08:50:05 (198.81.17.163)
Hi Penguin, The ASKG device in your arm is based on spreading nylon lines at the pivot point. The ASKG force is coming from twisting those lines when arm is traveling accross record. It looks to me th .......
82: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Graham 2.0 - setup - side weights/Azimuth (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-05-23, 11:22:39 (198.81.17.178)
I am impressed with your case, but it is very difficult to do Azimuth be ear. You cartridge qualifies for factory replacement/realignment. The electrically correct Azimuth(even crasstalk) should not s .......
83: Vinyl Asylum, Re: For stability I guess - Correct (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-05-23, 08:12:47 (198.81.17.156)
For Azimuth Stability. It provides Highest possible Moment of Inertia around line defined by Stylus and Pivot. BTW , Alignment of Electrical Azimuth within 1 deg can improve Even Crosstalk by 6-8 dB ( .......
84: Vinyl Asylum, Mounting distance for Syrinx PU 3 (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-05-22, 22:17:16 (198.81.16.163)
Hi Skyblue, In my Stereo Guide 1983 it is listed: Eff. Length = 228.6 mm I used spread sheet (developed by John Elison for enjoythemusic) and results are: Baerwald Alignm. -- Eff.Length = 228.60mm .......
85: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Graham 2.0 - setup - side weights (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-05-22, 21:55:57 (198.81.16.163)
Hi Helmut, Find 1-2mm thick mirror and place it on the platter. Set VTF and ASKing according to your capability. Position R Weight as far as possible outside , but w/o any interference with VTA Device .......
86: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Based on info from Gordon (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-05-20, 09:03:59 (198.81.16.168)
Some facts for RS-1 Arm: The distance from Arm Pivot to headshell pivot is 215mm (drawing from Gordon). The first set of mounting holes are at the HS Pivot - 215mm from Arm Pivot. The second set of Mo .......
87: Vinyl Asylum, Re: RS Lab A1 tonearm: Gordon , where are you??? (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-05-20, 05:38:24 (198.81.16.176)
Gordon R. it is your turn now. WM .......
88: Vinyl Asylum, Sorry Hans , I will follow your polite advice (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-05-19, 11:58:27 (198.81.17.34)
??????? .......
89: Vinyl Asylum, Re: eff. length!- first parameter in arms compatibility (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-05-19, 09:52:10 (198.81.16.32)
Arms replacement is not like tires in the car. Even tires have more parameters beside rim diameter(width and profile %%%). BR, WM .......
90: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Garth, help Liviu- he lives in Bonn/Germany (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-05-19, 07:25:43 (198.81.17.57)
Liviu, you better contact Garth in Frankfurt. Your project must be done by person with knowledge in correct arm wiring and Linn setup. Please ask the dealer about what is "time alignment and directivi .......
91: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Naim Aro Rewiring (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-05-18, 20:54:08 (198.81.17.48)
Hi Liviu, Remember that Tonearm Cable in Linn LP 12 has extra function - horizontal stabilizer for 3 spring suspension. About 2 years ago I rewired my Linn/ARO with Cardas wires, but I kept armboard c .......
92: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Kuzma Stogi S / Rega RB300 -? Not exactly (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-05-18, 20:44:02 (198.81.17.48)
According to my info : Stogi has Eff.Length = 229mm (piv. to spindle=211mm) Rega has Eff.Length = 239mm (piv.to spindle 220 to 222mm) BR, Wally Malewicz .......
93: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Naim Aro and light cartridges ? (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-05-17, 19:01:39 (198.81.16.23)
Hi Liviu, Beside Analog Equipment I enjoy also playing competitive tennis, so I built stringing machine and I never used any service for my equioment. I like tuning all my racquets for the same balanc .......
94: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Adrian - check your email (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-05-16, 22:35:15 (198.81.17.151)
BR, WM .......
95: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Azimuth, VTA - Look for my posting soon (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-05-16, 22:32:58 (198.81.17.151)
Yes, I will post my summary regarding above ..... WM .......
96: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Congrat. To all: estimate WAF (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-05-16, 12:23:40 (198.81.17.188)
Just for Fun, please respond with your Wife Acceptance Factor. BR, WM .......
97: Vinyl Asylum, Re: J.Elison&B.Kaerns - pls help in discussion.. (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-05-16, 11:19:47 (198.81.17.57)
It is very simple to show on the drawing, but I do not have time and do not know how to post a geometry. I can fax to somebody , who can post......... Wally M .......
98: Vinyl Asylum, Re: John , keep posting and.... (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-05-13, 14:57:59 (198.81.16.164)
do not let "Flat Earth Belivers" to take over pure Science. Thanks, Wally M. .......
99: Vinyl Asylum, Re: VTA fact sheet by Roy Gandy -some corrections (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-05-13, 09:18:25 (198.81.16.166)
FYI, 1. Changing VTF (Brits are still using TRACKING WEIGHT- not always correct) by 0.1gram will change VTA: for cartridge with 10 CU and 6mm cantilever - 0.1 deg for cartridge with 20 CU and 6mm cant .......
100: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Effective Mass MA-505 Arm- Cartridge (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-05-12, 08:08:22 (198.81.17.182)
Hi Vic, Just try to avoid Cartridges with Compliance above 20 C.U. Try also to use (under TT) any kind of two shelves seperated by 2 layers of packing buble wrap. BR, Wally Malewicz .......
101: Vinyl Asylum, Effective Mass MA-505 Arm (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-05-10, 07:07:00 (198.81.17.153)
Based on measurements received from Vic: Headshell 9.7 grams at 222mm Counterweight 48.17 g at 52mm The Eff.Mass (incl. 25% of other components) will be ~13.4 grams. The total Eff.Mass (inc. 6.6 grams .......
102: Vinyl Asylum, Re: How would one play vinyl in zero gravity? (nt) (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-05-09, 07:58:36 (198.81.16.48)
I have a Sony portable Record Player( LP Walkman???). It is Direct Drive, Linear Tracking with output for Headphones. It can play LP in any position. I will rent it for free. You pay shipping and trav .......
103: Vinyl Asylum, Yes I am busy..... (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-05-06, 13:20:09 (198.81.16.178)
To all concerned: My computer was infected by 3 viruses , so I was out of Internet for almost 10 days. Computer cleaning cost me $200.- Be careful with attachments and downloading. Be well, Wally Male .......
104: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Try STP, it is 9.59 Br. Pounds (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-05-05, 17:16:09 (198.81.16.43)
You better try first STP. The price for little container FD 2013 was 9.59 British Pounds. BR, WM. .......
105: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Using Shure VTF scale (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-05-04, 20:14:00 (198.81.16.42)
Hi Will, When somebody is locating stylus in the Shure Scale- metal groove, there is an interaction between stylus and metal groove (due to cantilever suspension and higher friction between stylus and .......
106: Vinyl Asylum, John , I think I can get it for you (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-05-04, 17:29:12 (198.81.16.169)
John, I will check with my contacts in Europe tomorrow and will respond with availability. Wally M. .......
107: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Using Sure VTF scale (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-05-04, 08:14:21 (198.81.16.36)
Hi dvb, I have to correct statements. 1. The Sure VTF Scale is relativelly accurate when is tested with 2 grams certified weight. The beam is moving up and down very long time. 2. The requirement for .......
108: Vinyl Asylum, Re: What is effective mass of micro seiki ma 505 arm (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-05-04, 07:43:37 (198.81.16.36)
Please install any cartridge with known mass and set VTF for say 2 grams. Next measure distance from pivot to center of headshell and pivot to center of counterweight. Next determine the mass of count .......
109: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Installation of Graham 2.0 on tonearm board (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-04-30, 06:06:18 (198.81.16.161)
Helmut, Pivot to stylus =235mm (eff.length) Pivot to spindle 235-17.6=217.4mm BR Wally M .......
110: Vinyl Asylum, Re: basis vector vs triplanar - Wally help (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-04-25, 20:11:53 (198.81.17.169)
Sorry , but I am not in position to post my opinions and conclusions regarding subjective perception of sonic values of Vinyl Playback Components. I am providing my Technical Expertise and Knowledge t .......
111: Vinyl Asylum, Call me - Wally M (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-04-25, 10:10:31 (198.81.17.187)
Hi Walker, Feel free to call me at 763-478-6685. I respect your concerns. Ears are for listening , not for measurements. BR, Wally M. .......
112: Vinyl Asylum, Re: And three identical cartridges... (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-04-18, 21:25:10 (198.81.16.156)
With one only cartridge the switching time from arm to arm will be a little too long. If the arms will have different Eff.Lengths - it will require 3 dedicated .....Tractors. Just a comment. Wally M : .......
113: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Arm alignment-installation (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-04-18, 21:16:34 (198.81.16.156)
Hi Phil, Your assumption is correct for SME V. It relates to proper progress of Antiskating Force developed across the record. I think it is the same case with your arm. BR Wally M .......
114: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Clearaudio MR vs SME 30/2 Turntable (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-04-18, 21:10:32 (198.81.16.156)
Hi Jrus, I have both Cl.A.MR and SME 30/V.Also Insider-Wood,Accurate, DV XV-1,DV XX-2, Ortofon Jubilee, Benz Ruby 2 and..... If You are asking: " Who should I marry - Blond or Brunette?", there is no .......
115: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Ortofon Jubilee and SME Series V (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-04-17, 06:48:11 (198.81.16.48)
Hi David, I am going to remove my SME V from SME30 and will investigate mounting surface in the headshell. I have also Orto Jubilee, which has 3 short "ribs" on top surface. One in front(center locate .......
116: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Safe to measure continuity on a MC cartridge? (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-04-16, 08:33:39 (198.81.17.48)
To all VinylPhiles, HE TOLD ME: HELP ALL OF THEM WHO PLAY MUSIC FROM 12" BLACK PLASTIC DISCS. So I feel like Analog Messiah to help you all to stay away from Analog Hell . So far I have no simple solu .......
117: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Safe to measure continuity on a MC cartridge? (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-04-16, 07:42:41 (198.81.17.168)
Very good concern Mr. Korneluk. I am always using 1000 Ohms resistor in the test loop. My first Fluke generates 1.25VDC in Resistance mode and second 1.995 VDC. This level of Voltage is capable to dam .......
118: Vinyl Asylum, T-Arm Eff. Length (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-04-13, 11:06:33 (198.81.17.26)
Hi Howard, There are two definitions of T-Arm Eff.Length - Nominal and Actual. - Nominal is specified by Arm Manufacturer. In general it is distance from Arm Pivot to the Cartridge Stylus , When Std. .......
119: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Does Wally Tractor Work ? - So far Yes (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-04-12, 18:31:47 (198.81.17.36)
Hi IXIXVI, Please open www.simplyblack.net and click on Wally's Vinyl Corner. Please open each Section and each Step in Complete TT Setup Procedure. You will see ~30 pictures showing alignment of TT. .......
120: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Felt Mat Quandry (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-04-09, 08:37:59 (198.81.16.53)
Hi Sebastian, I have felt mats( German made) and thicknes is 0.066 inch (1.67mm). If it is too thin, you can use 2 of them. Please send me email for more details or call me at 763-478-6685. BR Wally M .......
121: Vinyl Asylum, Re:SAEC WE-308 Japanese classic... (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-04-07, 07:21:54 (198.81.17.187)
Hi Allen, SAEC WE -308 is listed for Eff.Length = 240mm and only 5mm for Overhang. I am suggesting to use dedicated W-tractor for Rega Arms , but be prepared to twist Cartridge in the Headshell. The p .......
122: Vinyl Asylum, Forget about SME30- no diamond available (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-04-06, 21:27:41 (198.81.17.58)
I recently experienced switching from SME 20 to SME 30. Analogy for the wife would be switching from mid size diamond to BIG DIAMOND. So you married Vinyl-philes - look for Big Diamond before thinking .......
123: Vinyl Asylum, Re: FR64S - effective length (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-04-05, 10:52:42 (198.81.17.189)
Hi Noam, The Nominal Eff. Length of Tone Arm is the distance from Arm Pivot Point to the tip of Stylus , when Std.(9.5mm) cartridge is installed in the middle of headshell slots. In all my Japanese St .......
124: Vinyl Asylum, What is your Cartridge/Tonearm (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-04-04, 20:16:34 (198.81.16.166)
Hi Soundquest, What is your Cartridge/Arm on your TT? Did you compare TTs with the same cartridge? Do you use Audioquest speaker wires from battery to the Motor? No I am not kidding. Just 2 weeks ago .......
125: Vinyl Asylum, Re: WTRP overhang and effective tonearm length? (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-04-03, 11:29:41 (198.81.16.28)
Hi driver 8, So far all W-Tractors I produced for WT Arms were for Eff.Length=239mm and Overhang = 17.3mm. Required Pivot to Spindle is 221.7mm. Feel free to call at 763-478-6685. Wally Malewicz ::: T .......
126: Vinyl Asylum, Re: RS Labs tonearm - best price and optimum alignment (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-04-02, 09:44:13 (198.81.17.176)
Hi Bryan, To make it clear: - Designer of arm decided for Zero Offset Angle - User of Arm decides about overhang and best Tracking Geometry. - No overhang is better than any positive overhang. - Negat .......
127: Vinyl Asylum, RS Labs tonearm - best price and optimum alignment (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-04-02, 07:41:49 (198.81.16.156)
It looks like the best price is not available, but the Best Alignment is Available. On my flight back from German Analog Forum I asked myself : what would you do with arm w/o offset angle and Eff. Len .......
128: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Adjust VTA and Antisk. of Triplanar tonearm... (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-04-02, 07:20:33 (198.81.16.164)
Hi Tom. Please open www.simplyblack.net and click on Wally's Vinyl Corner. Next open Complete TT Setup Procedure and open each Step. You will see 28 picture with Triplanar Arm and correct setup. Feel .......
129: Vinyl Asylum, I will make a million by typing postings on Vinyl (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-03-30, 21:34:02 (198.81.17.176)
Thanks Joe for suggestion. I am stopping manufacturing of TT Alignment Tools and going to type postings on Vinyl. $120/hour times 2,000hrs/year= $240,000/year. In 4.2 years I will make over 1 million .......
130: Vinyl Asylum, Re: where to find headshell screws... (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-03-29, 10:48:22 (198.81.17.39)
Hi Ryan, Please send SASE to Wally Malewicz 247 Cherry Hill Alcove Hamel, MN 55340 What is the length you need? I have 6, 8 , 10 and 12 mm. Please include $1 for my time typing this email. Regards, Wa .......
131: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Mounting distance for Audio Technica AT1100 arm (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-03-28, 08:18:38 (198.81.16.166)
Hi Doug, In my Japanese 1985 Stereo Guide it is listed for Eff.Lenth = 240mm and Overhang =15 mm. I am suggesting to mount at 222mm and use protractor for Rega arms with Overhang = 17.3mm. Feel free t .......
132: Vinyl Asylum, Thanks John, but I am busy to produce practical Tools (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-03-27, 10:29:21 (198.81.16.59)
Hi John, When I was teaching in Technical School, I was passing general message to my students (and now during my seminars): 10 Commandments on the paper, not in your life , will not let you to go to .......
133: Vinyl Asylum, Macster, please recheck 2mm change in Overhang (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-03-27, 07:18:55 (198.81.17.168)
Hi Macster, Johns calcs show overhang for 229mm arm only 0.4mm shorter from Baerwald alignment. Your measurement indicated about 2mm. Would you please recheck and response. Thanks. Wally M. ::: TOPIC: .......
134: Vinyl Asylum, John E. You really like to do it ... (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-03-27, 07:12:30 (198.81.17.168)
Hi John, You went so deep to the subject, so please do calcs for max HTE between null points and at 146 mm outer groove. Keep posting on Vinyl. WallyM .......
135: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Cartridge Alignment Hell -- Wally Malewicz, Can You Help? (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-03-26, 20:42:09 (198.81.16.23)
Hi Walker, You got plenty of advice already. Can you install original weight on your Rega and confirm performance? I hope the Heavyweight is made out of nonmagmnetic Stainless Steel. Check also Arm wi .......
136: Vinyl Asylum, Re: RB300 overhang (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-03-26, 10:10:50 (198.81.16.187)
Hi Big Swifty, To answer your question I need more info from you: - what is your TT? - what is Pivot to Spindle distance? - How did you measure Overhang? - Where are the mounting screws located in hea .......
137: Vinyl Asylum, Arm Eff.Length and Overhang (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-03-25, 19:13:57 (198.81.17.151)
FYI, Acc. to Baerwald alignment: Eff.Length - Overhang 239mm - 17.3mm std Rega Arm 229mm - 18.1mm all Linn Arms (longer 0.8mm than for Rega) 265mm - 15.5mm VPI 10/10.5 (shorter 1.8mm th .......
138: Vinyl Asylum, Re: John Elison - your take on situation (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-03-24, 17:54:36 (198.81.17.161)
I had more chicken soup and I can see better now your post John. Advice for any travellers out of USA. When you go to the rest room try to read what is on the door. Otherwise you can walk into the Wom .......
139: Vinyl Asylum, John Elison - your take on situation (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-03-24, 07:34:03 (198.81.16.54)
Hi John, I took a look at your numbers and have some comments (please correct me if I am wrong). Pivot to Spindle=(93.445-66.04) : sin 7deg = 224.82mm Base on Baerwald .................Overhang = 17.0 .......
140: Vinyl Asylum, Re: how much is the correct overhang for Triplanar tonearm? (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-03-22, 18:15:02 (198.81.17.159)
Hi Tom, Please open www.simplyblack.net and click on Wally's Vinyl Corner. Go through every Section and open each Step in Complete TT Setup Procedure. You will find some answeres to your questions. R .......
141: Vinyl Asylum, Re: HiFi Test Record Azimuth ?? (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-03-22, 09:55:54 (198.81.16.26)
Advice for all Vinylphiles : PLEASE DO NOT USE AZIMUTH AS A BALANCE IN YOUR SYSTEM. The simplest way to set Geometrical Azimuth is using thin mirror on the platter and align cartridge in line with the .......
142: Vinyl Asylum, Re: how much is the correct overhang for Triplanar tonearm? (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-03-22, 09:32:26 (198.81.16.26)
Hi Tom, The effective length of Triplanar is 250mm. The Pivot to spindle = 233.5mm Overhang = 16.5mm (Baerwald) Feel free to call me at 763-478-6685 to get more practical information. Regards, W .......
143: Vinyl Asylum, Re: ClearAudio protractor - Wally's comment (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-03-22, 09:21:45 (198.81.16.26)
Hi everybody, I am back from German Analog Forum and recovering from cold/flu. It was great time to see so much interest in Analog at Forum.More details later. I would like to clarify my statement dur .......
144: Vinyl Asylum, Re: "Standard" Mounting Height ? (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-03-12, 08:32:00 (198.81.16.167)
Yes Seb, you are correct. The distance from record to the center line depends on height of the cartridge. To learn more please open www.simplyblack.net and click on Wally's Vinyl Corner and go to Comp .......
145: Vinyl Asylum, Re: anti-skate question for Wally Malewicz (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-03-11, 19:30:57 (152.163.194.207)
Yes Rick, you are correct in both: the method should not be used and your test prooved it. I suspect that somebody came up with Idea based on friction between diamond and vinyl and he used conical sty .......
146: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Lyra Lydian Beta alignment (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-03-11, 10:03:32 (198.81.16.174)
Hi Matthew, For your Arm the Pivot to Spindle should be 222 mm and Overhang 17.3mm. The next step is to align cantilever perpendicular to the radius at null point 121 mm (or 66mm). Enjoy alignment and .......
147: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Lyra Lydian Beta alignment (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-03-11, 09:04:23 (198.81.16.177)
Hi Matthew, What is the model of your Tone Arm? Who installed the Arm on TT ? What is the Pivot to Spindle distance? To learn more about optimum Cartridge/Arm alignment please open www.simplyblack.net .......
148: Vinyl Asylum, Follow Manufact. Recomendations (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-03-07, 11:59:09 (198.81.17.24)
Hi Leo, DO not risk to damage : - Records when VTF is too low. - Stylus/Canilever suspension when VTF is too high. Use your ears to enjoy Music. Use VTF gauge (any) to adjust VTF. Rgds, Wally M ::: TO .......
149: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Proper tone arm alingnment on Clearaudio TT (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-03-07, 11:52:32 (198.81.17.24)
Hi Tom B. Make sure that pivot to platter spindle is 222mm and overhang is 17.3mm. The next thing is null point at 121mm or 66mm. For pictorial info open www.simplyblack.net and click on Wally's Viny .......
150: Vinyl Asylum, Thanks Garth, Case is Closed (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-03-04, 07:44:11 (198.81.16.157)
Well presented Garth. WM .......
151: Vinyl Asylum, Re: adjusting Azimuth using y connectors and interconect wires (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-03-04, 07:40:02 (198.81.16.157)
It will be described in few weeks in www.simplyblack.net -- Wally's Vinyl Corner. The May 2002 issue of Stereophile will have description of procedure in Analog Corner. Please remember , measuring Cro .......
152: Vinyl Asylum, Re: adjusting anti skating using y connectors and interconect wires (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-03-03, 11:21:24 (198.81.16.156)
Nobody knows who invented this method for Azimuth Alignment. It is WRONG !!!!!!!!! In reality Left and Right Channels have differences in : -Coils output -Gain in phono section, preamp , power amp. -E .......
153: Vinyl Asylum, MC Cartridge and Balanced signal (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-03-03, 11:01:17 (198.81.16.156)
I do not argue with your statement. It is correct, the Balanced signal is after microphone trafo with center tap grounded and/or after 2 input cartridge load resistors (per coil) with center point gro .......
154: Vinyl Asylum, Balanced Signal and Phono Cartridge Signal (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-03-03, 08:06:34 (198.81.17.28)
Sorry Eli D , but by definition in Recording Industry: Balanced Signal means two identical signals and out of phase to each other. It is created by special transformers (i.e for microphones) or by act .......
155: Vinyl Asylum, Thanks John for Closing the Case (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-03-02, 12:12:04 (198.81.16.21)
Thanks John for Closing the Case. My Measuring Setup and Test Records are capable to determine existance of Resonance Frequency for Arm Mass/Cartridge Compliance, even in cases when Resonance is not .......
156: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Cartridge alignment questions ....... Wally M? (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-03-01, 19:11:09 (198.81.17.47)
Thanks J.D for eliminating my confusion by providing the source of the wrong info. The numbers in Listener review should be 70.3 and 116.6mm(Loefgren Alignment). The general advice for choosing align .......
157: Vinyl Asylum, Re:T-Arms Eff.Mass (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-03-01, 12:17:23 (198.81.17.27)
Jonathan, Your Arm has unique pivot based on Kinetic Damping (3 Balls and Pivot Cone). Be happy that you cannot determine Frequency of Resonance. Your WB 0.5 Arm has Eff.Mass between 10 and 15 grams. .......
158: Vinyl Asylum, Re: What is the effect of damping on this? ... (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-03-01, 11:07:48 (198.81.16.159)
The lower Effective Mass of Arm will increase the Frequency of system resonance (acc. to formula). The reasonable damping will decrease the Amplitude of System Resonance (analogy to cars shock absorbe .......
159: Vinyl Asylum, Cartridge/Arm resonance frequency (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-03-01, 08:08:53 (198.81.16.186)
Following few requests from Vinylphiles I would like to provide practical explanation of phenomenon : Cartridge/Arm Resonance Frequency. It comes from Compliance of cantilever suspension and Total Mas .......
160: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Cartridge alignment questions ....... Wally M? (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-02-28, 19:46:49 (198.81.16.38)
Thanks JD for putting me on my toes(mentally). First I did checked my tooling and data for all known Tonearms. Everything confirms : -Baerwald alignment for Null Points (Zero Horizontal Tracking Error .......
161: Vinyl Asylum, Re: granit plinth clone for Rega TT (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-02-26, 17:00:15 (198.81.16.153)
For most Vinyl Lovers the Turntable is a Musical Instrument. Based on that: -Has anybody seen an instrument made out of GRANITE ??? -Has anybody experimented to apply Mortite to Stradivarius Violine ? .......
162: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Ittok Anti-Skate (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-02-26, 13:41:03 (198.81.16.34)
Hi dgs, Feel free to call me and be close to your Linn TT. What is your Cartridge? You do not need to set Antiskating for 18 dB modulation. Wally Malewicz at 763-478-6685 .......
163: Vinyl Asylum, Re: wally anti skating question (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-02-24, 08:37:11 (198.81.17.157)
Hi Bob, W-Skater device was designed to measure Antiskating Force generated by Arm ASK Device as a percentage of VTF. We can also measure the resistance of arm wires and bearings by disangaging ASK De .......
164: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Question for Wallys and others on the tractor and other goodies.. (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-02-22, 20:24:38 (198.81.17.37)
Hi Heidi, You asked, so I have to answer. The theoretical background has been posted by Brian Kearns on the pages of AA Vinyl last year. Conclusions are: A. For nominal Effective Length of the Arm (gi .......
165: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Video from Seminar (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-02-22, 19:38:03 (198.81.17.37)
Thanks Bill for Suggestion. I will do everything to have my Seminar Videtaped and available to everybody. I am asking every Reader of Vinyl who will be in Duesseldorf to say " Hi Wally I know you from .......
166: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Hey Wally (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-02-22, 12:44:14 (198.81.17.54)
I will do it, but it will happen after March 20th. I was invited by German Audio Analog Association to provide a Seminar during AAA Analog Forum in Duesseldorf March 16-17. Anybody interested please o .......
167: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Well explained Kal (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-02-22, 07:34:55 (198.81.16.42)
Kal, you saved my typing time. Wally M. .......
168: Vinyl Asylum, Me too, I just like music from Vinyl (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-02-21, 18:58:50 (198.81.16.167)
Agreed, WM .......
169: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Cartridge nuts and screws (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-02-21, 18:53:31 (198.81.16.167)
Hi Adog, Please mail to me SAdrStamped envelope and I will mail back to you SS 2 screws, 2 nuts and 2 washers. You can include $1.- for my time to type this message ( I am slow typist). Enjoy Vinyl fo .......
170: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Grace 707 mounting (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-02-18, 17:08:39 (205.188.196.54)
Hi Davera, In my Japaneese Stereo Guide your arm is listed for Eff.Length =237mm and Overhang=15mm. According to Baerwald alignment the Overhang should be 17.5mm. It is not a surprise , becouse most J .......
171: Vinyl Asylum, Re: SMe 20/2 set-up (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-02-18, 07:34:18 (198.81.16.153)
Hi Pcosta, The suspension of TT SME 20/II is based on very flexible rubber bands in each tower and silicon damping. The bands are aging and streaching with time. Contact SME or distributor for replace .......
172: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Concur on using a different test record (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-02-17, 17:11:38 (198.81.17.171)
It is very good advice. Wally M. .......
173: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Need info on measuring anti-skating force. (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-02-17, 17:04:42 (198.81.17.171)
Hi JRL, I am trying to find free time to measure and calibrate my Rega, it means relate numbers on ASK device to miligrams side force. Feel free to call me and discuss the subject. Before that please .......
174: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Anti-skate setting question - on Cardas test record (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-02-17, 07:57:12 (198.81.17.23)
Hi Heidi, To get answers for your questions please search archives for : Wally antiskating. If you would like to discuss the problem feel free to call at 763-478-6685. Wally Malewicz .......
175: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Never mentioned LT (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-02-14, 08:52:39 (198.81.16.29)
Hi John, The theoretical assumption that LT Arm has no Skating Force is correct, but all LT Arms have Side Effects: forces coming from arm wires( and for some designs fro air supply plastic tube trave .......
176: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Never mentioned LT (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-02-14, 08:36:02 (198.81.16.29)
Hi Garth, Sorry I did not mentioned reason for giving an axample with Linear Tracking Arm.LT Arm is Tonearm with Infinitive Effective length. Your quote from Graham White Paper that misaligned longer .......
177: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Don't forget ... (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-02-13, 10:24:07 (198.81.17.156)
Good question J.Epstein. The Distortions coming from Horizontal Tracking Error are proportional to the factor : degree of misalignmet divided by radius of groove. Yes , the distortions presented in my .......
178: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Don't forget ... (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-02-13, 08:13:30 (198.81.16.154)
Hi Garth , Your statement is correct about null points , but we are concerned about best playback from radius = 146 mm down to 60 mm standard recording. The null points are just points at 66 and 121 m .......
179: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Overhang on Thorens - Which setting is right? (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-02-12, 12:03:18 (198.81.17.51)
Hi John, I did checked all my Stereo Guides (Japanese) from 79-85 and there is only Leff=230 mm, Overhang= 14.4mm and Tracking Error Factor= 0.18deg/cm. No Offset angle info for TP16 Arm. The TD 127C .......
180: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Overhang on Thorens - Which setting is right? (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-02-11, 19:04:19 (205.188.199.52)
Hi Kevin, The settings of Cartridge inthe T-Arm/TT combination should be based on parameters like Effective Length of Arm, Overhang, Pivot to spindle distance and Offset Angle. My Stereo Guide Book fr .......
181: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Baerwald or Loefgren Protractor Software (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-02-10, 21:21:40 (198.81.17.179)
To all Vinyl Readers. Yes, I am using for more than 20 years the original formulas developed by Mr. Baerwald with null points at 66.0 mm and 120.9mm. Please remember that formulas and numbers do not a .......
182: Vinyl Asylum, Re: My Rega WallyTractor experience (with pic) (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-02-10, 12:27:20 (198.81.16.29)
For all Perfectionists. I just removed from Rega 300 the magnet from A-Skating device. It will provide ZERO side force. I am going to install Rega 300 on my MS 555 for measurements of A-Skating Device .......
183: Vinyl Asylum, Re: My Rega WallyTractor experience (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-02-10, 12:16:16 (198.81.16.29)
Does anybody know what is "Rega alignment:overhang and offset angle for 222mm pivot to spindle distance". Knowing that , I can provide 3 graphs: Baerwald, Loefgren and Rega. It will be Horizontal Angu .......
184: Vinyl Asylum, Re: My Rega WallyTractor experience (with pic) (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-02-10, 12:06:18 (198.81.16.29)
To all W-Tractor users with T-Arms with Antiskating Devices, which cannot be set to Zero side force. Please read carefully Brian's advice and follow it during Cartridge/Cantilever setup procedure for .......
185: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Grace 840F Specs needed (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-02-05, 10:58:53 (198.81.16.179)
Hello Nels Ferre, I checked all my Japanese books from 1979 to 1985. Arms : 545F, 640P,707,1040,727,714, 704, 945 have Leff=237mm Arms : 565F, 660P, 709F have Leff=285mm There is no 840 arm listed. A .......
186: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Does any one know the effective length/arm length of a breuer type 8 ?? (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-02-03, 20:39:27 (198.81.16.186)
Hi keegan, If you have Breuer or any arm, please measure distance between arm pivot and center point between mounting screws when they are located in the mid points of the slots in the headshell and a .......
187: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Wheaton Triplanar IV Anti-Skating problem (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-02-03, 20:17:02 (198.81.16.186)
Capt. I think you are the victim of wrong method of checking antiskating by testing movement of T-arm on groovless part of the record. The friction between record surface and tip of stylus in modern c .......
188: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Does any one know the effective length/arm length of a breuer type 8 ?? (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-02-03, 19:50:34 (198.81.16.186)
Hello Mr.Squeegs, According to my Swiss friend , who has two different Breuer Arms and knows Mr Breuer personally, all Breuer Arms have Eff.Length=249mm. The pivot to spindle distance should be 234.4 .......
189: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Wheaton Triplanar IV Anti-Skating problem (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-02-02, 14:35:06 (198.81.17.171)
Hi Capt.Z Try to balance arm for zero VTF and move arm in the air to the left and right. Look for resistance or wire preloading. Set the VTF at mid point of cartridge recommendation , use reliable VTF .......
190: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Baerwald or Lofgren-B? (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-01-30, 09:52:53 (198.81.16.36)
Hi Tiger (Vinyl?) In order to determine Thorens alignment, please measure pivot to platter spindle distance and overhang of stylus beyond platter spindle. If measuring overhang is too difficult , we c .......
191: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Micro Seiki RX-1500 armboards (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-01-28, 12:01:29 (198.81.16.33)
PLease contact my friend in Stockholm Mirre Stasilowicz at 46-8-531-702-96. He will help you. Please open his web page www.simplyblack.net You will find his email address. Wally M. .......
192: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Micro Seiki RX-1500 armboards (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-01-28, 10:53:05 (198.81.17.58)
Hi herulen, Based on my experience with WT Arms, their Effective Length is very close to Rega Arms, it means 239mm. So the overhang should be 17.3mm for Baerwald alignment and pivot to spindle 221.7mm .......
193: Vinyl Asylum, Re: original wilson benesch turntable (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-01-27, 21:13:46 (198.81.16.181)
I had one . Please call me at 763-478-6685 Wally M. .......
194: Vinyl Asylum, Re: and they are on sale this week (nt) (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-01-27, 21:11:36 (198.81.16.181)
I purchased one today for $85.00 The dark cherry is close enough in color to my Danish teak furniture.Recommended Wally M. .......
195: Vinyl Asylum, Re: But Wally ... (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-01-26, 19:43:48 (198.81.17.161)
You are correct bcp7. I have 8 TT's and 12 T-Arms. Beside that I did try most of them, just for the fun of being with different Vinyl Plaback Components. WM .......
196: Vinyl Asylum, Re: But Wally ... (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-01-26, 19:36:58 (198.81.17.161)
Yes Garth, I have experienced the Vector in my system. My statements and postings are based on my own experience (40+ years). No Garth, I do not quote manufacturers statements. In most of the cases I .......
197: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Basis Vector Arm (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-01-25, 07:16:01 (198.81.16.33)
Yes , I had opportunity to use Basis Vector Arm. It represents breakthrough design and is based on complete engineering analysis of every parameter. Perfect match with MC Cartridges and well engineere .......
198: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Does Rega RB-250 have the same mounting offset as a Linn Ittok? (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-01-24, 15:07:07 (198.81.16.177)
Thanks for another opportunity to help. The numbers are: -All Linn arms-Eff.Length=229mm ;Overhang=18.1mm ; Piv-Spind=210.9mm Hole Dia.for Arm=30mm plus 6 holes 6.5mm dia. located on 48mm Dia. -All Re .......
199: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Grace wooden arm??? (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-01-23, 11:36:06 (198.81.16.58)
Does it have antiskating device? If Yes, what is the design principle? Anyway HER GRACE will be mine. Wally M .......
200: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Grace wooden arm??? (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-01-23, 10:04:45 (198.81.16.152)
Some guys are going for max. "romantic experiences". I want to try every interestic Tonearm. Thanks guys for support. I will get HER. Wally M. .......
201: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Question regarding Set Up (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-01-22, 10:17:41 (198.81.17.53)
Hi Frank, I would first check the azimuth of your cartridge/Arm setup. The method with mono record and out of phase interconnects is totally irrelevant to azimuth alignment. The only one scientificall .......
202: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Help: How do you mearsure "overhang" on cartridge? (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-01-21, 20:12:47 (64.12.107.176)
Hi Paddy, I just realized that I have experience with almost every arm on the market. So lets go together with calculations. Rega : 239mm - 17.3mm = 221.7mm pivot to spindle (20mm dia. hole) Wils.Ben. .......
203: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Turntable set-up kit - Pls advise me (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-01-21, 07:12:09 (198.81.17.21)
Feel free to call me at 763-478-6685. I will provide my advice to the best of my knowledge. If I will be on Internet, leave the message and call me back in 5 minutes. I will be available. Enjoy Analog .......
204: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Help: How do you mearsure "overhang" on cartridge? (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-01-20, 18:03:09 (198.81.17.54)
The basic parameter of pivoted Tonearm is Effective Length, it means distance between arm pivot and cartridge stylus, when cartridge is installed in the middle of headshell slots. This parameter is us .......
205: Vinyl Asylum, Re: what is the theory behind "the heavy weight" ? (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-01-07, 20:46:56 (198.81.16.153)
By increasing mass of counterweight the total mass of the arm will be higher, but effective mass calculated in reference to the stylus will be reduced. It comes from formula : Eff.Mass of Arm= total D .......
206: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Never heard of it....Me too (sounds like Tarzan?) (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-01-07, 09:06:18 (198.81.16.39)
Anybody can have negative balance in the Bank, but mass??? .......
207: Vinyl Asylum, Instructions and setup for SPJ T-Arm (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-01-05, 14:43:52 (198.81.16.39)
Somebody asked for copy of Manual for SPJ Tonearm. I found the Orginal. Please contact me by email. Wally Malewicz .......
208: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Phono Gain Problem (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2002-01-05, 14:39:00 (198.81.16.39)
Hi filament, There is another option to get active line stage with 14-20dB gain. Trafos for MC catridges are very risky sonicly, it is difficult to find the right one to particular cartridge. Your car .......
209: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Nottingham Studio Space Deck - Space Arm Geometry (0.00)
Posted by Wally Malewicz on 2001-12-25, 18:24:20 (198.81.17.54)
Hi MK I cannot help until you do measurements I described in my first response. Your Lydian has about 8 mm distance from mounting screws to the stylus. It is 1.5mm shorter from std 9.5mm. Please measu .......
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