Tonar 4208 Protractor for accurate cartridge alignment

Correct cartridge alignment is essential for accurate tracking of the record groove. The Tonar Protractor 4208 allows you to check and adjust the position of your turntable cartridge. It assists with setting both cartridge overhang and offset angle, helping the stylus follow the groove as accurately as possible. Proper alignment can reduce tracking distortion and help prevent uneven wear of the stylus and records.

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Key features

• Practical alignment tool for turntable cartridges
• Designed for checking cartridge overhang and offset angle
• Helps reduce cartridge tracking error
• Clear reference lines for accurate alignment
• Suitable for many conventional turntables with pivoted tonearms
• Compact tool for cartridge installation, replacement and checking

Technical specifications Tonar 4208

Using the Tonar Protractor

Place the protractor over the turntable spindle and carefully lower the stylus onto the indicated reference point. Check whether the cartridge body is parallel with the grid lines. Repeat this check at the available reference points, moving or rotating the cartridge as required.

Setup advice

Switch off the turntable before starting the adjustment. Temporarily set the tracking force and anti-skating mechanism so the cartridge can be aligned safely. Handle the stylus with great care and never apply sideways pressure. After alignment, reset the tracking force and anti-skating according to the cartridge manufacturer’s recommendations.