Measure and set your turntable's tracking force with the mechanical Ortofon Scale. Measuring range 1.25 to 4 g, compact and battery-free. Read more.
Correct tracking force helps the cartridge follow the record groove consistently and reduces unnecessary wear on both the stylus and your vinyl. The Ortofon Scale is a compact mechanical balance gauge for checking and adjusting stylus pressure. Made from plastic, it requires no battery and measures tracking forces between 1.25 and 4 grams.
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| Product type | Mechanical tracking force gauge |
| Measuring range | 1.25 to 4 g |
| Reading | Analogue scale marked in grams |
| Operating principle | Mechanical pivot balance |
| Material | Plastic |
| Power supply | Not required |
| Application | Setting and checking turntable tracking force |
First check the tracking force recommended by the cartridge manufacturer. Carefully lower the stylus into the guide groove corresponding to the required value. Adjust the tonearm counterweight or tracking-force control until the Ortofon Scale balances. Discover more useful products in our selection of turntable accessories.
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