Unlock the Full Potential of Your Vinyl with Precision Calibration
The secret to a high-fidelity listening experience lies in the details. If your tracking force is too heavy, your sound becomes dull and your records wear out prematurely. If it’s too light, you’ll experience skipping and “sibilance.” This Digital Stylus Force Gauge provides the laboratory-grade accuracy you need to find the “sweet spot” for your cartridge.
Why Precision Matters Most tonearm counterweights are only approximate. To get the most out of cartridges from brands like Audio-Technica, Ortofon, or Shure, you need a dedicated scale. This gauge allows you to calibrate your needle pressure to the tenth of a gram, ensuring balanced channel separation and a deep, rich soundstage.
Designed for Audiophiles Built with a non-magnetic weighing platform, this scale won’t “pull” on your cartridge’s internal magnets, which is a common issue with standard jeweler’s scales. The result is a true, unbiased measurement every time.
Simple Operation:
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Place the gauge on your turntable platter (ensure the turntable is off).
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Lower the tonearm so the stylus rests gently on the center of the measurement platform.
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Adjust your tonearm counterweight until the display matches your cartridge’s recommended tracking force (typically between 1.5g and 3.5g).
Technical Specifications:
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Capacity: 100g
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Readability: 0.01g
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Units: g / oz / ct / ozt / tl / gn
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Display: 5-digit LCD with blue backlight
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Power: 2 x LR44 Button Cells (Included)
Package Includes: 1 x Digital Stylus Force Gauge, 1 x Calibration Weight, 1 x Protective Leather Pouch, and 2 x Batteries.
