Tasebass Posted August 9, 2014 Share Posted August 9, 2014 You need to do the inner platter/spindle as well right?, to maintain that perfect fit. What SQ improvements do you find? I would want mote clarity/transparency - not warmth/sweetness cheers No. The inner/outer interface must remain perfect the inner platter remains as is as that's part of the bearing.. Yes you do gain what you say as well as dynamics. Tase. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tasebass Posted August 9, 2014 Share Posted August 9, 2014 Nah, sorry, mb - too 'polite' ... boring. Just look carefully at what Tase can do ... why not turn 'Miss Marples' into 'Evelyn Salt', with one of his super-sexy plinths? And from the look of his pics, he seems to make them with thicker walls - which, as I found out with my own thick-walled plinth that I had Vince make for me, delivers better bass. Regards, Andy Delivers a whole lot more too Andy..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovetube Posted August 9, 2014 Share Posted August 9, 2014 The univector is a Linn mount already duc Yeah?? ATBTase. Hi Tase. yes it is Linn 3 point mount base regards Duc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tasebass Posted August 9, 2014 Share Posted August 9, 2014 (edited) Hi Tase. yes it is Linn 3 point mount base regards Duc So is the effective length the same as a Linn arm ( +/- overhang ) would it be correct to assume the Univector will not mount to a Keel but a Kore sub chassis will be OK? ATBTase. Edited August 9, 2014 by Tasebass Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovetube Posted August 9, 2014 Share Posted August 9, 2014 So is the effective length the same as a Linn arm ( +/- overhang ) would it correct to assume the Univector will not mount to a Keel but a Kore sub chassis will be OK? ATBTase. Yes ATBTase. the Univector is almost the same effective length of the Linn arms . i don't know anything's about the Keel or the Kore Sub chassis so i have no comment on that . regards Duc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyr Posted August 9, 2014 Share Posted August 9, 2014 Yes ATBTase. the Univector is almost the same effective length of the Linn arms . i don't know anything's about the Keel or the Kore Sub chassis so i have no comment on that . regards Duc Hi Duc, the 'problem' with the Keel subchassis is that Linn already make a hole for their arm geometry. The Kore subchassis may have some adjustment - I'm not sure. However, Linn have made Keels for Aro geometry (and I've heard they are about to do so, again) ... so is that a better match, in terms of mounting distance? Regards, Andy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tasebass Posted August 9, 2014 Share Posted August 9, 2014 (edited) If the Univector is not the same Linn arm effective length and the same arm collar diameter then the Keel is not an option. Similarly for Keel/Aro as the Univector arm mount is Linn 3 point. Below shows the Ekos SE mounted to Keel via 1 grub screw only...about as simple and as good as it gets.... This leaves the standard arm board or Kore. Kore does look like an option as the arm is mounted in the 3 point manner which may offer some adjustment. There are also, as we know, a number of 3rd party sub chassis arm board combo's which could be considered, one being from Vinyl passion called the Utility. @@lovetube.....Duc on the Univector what is the Knurled screw above the headshell for?? All The Best Tase!! :lol: Edited August 9, 2014 by Tasebass Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tasebass Posted August 9, 2014 Share Posted August 9, 2014 (edited) You need to do the inner platter/spindle as well right?, to maintain that perfect fit. What SQ improvements do you find? I would want mote clarity/transparency - not warmth/sweetness cheers Just occurred to me that a Khan top plate would improve the SQ in the direction you want MB. Also there is no stress from the SS top plate anymore that goes into the plinth....which now has a much easier time... I know I have shown this before but I reckon your ARO + Red Devil would look sensational on this.... ATBTase P.S. Bet it wouldn't sound too shabby either... Edited August 9, 2014 by Tasebass 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovetube Posted August 9, 2014 Share Posted August 9, 2014 If the Univector is not the same Linn arm effective length and the same arm collar diameter then the Keel is not an option. Similarly for Keel/Aro as the Univector arm mount is Linn 3 point. Below shows the Ekos SE mounted to Keel via 1 grub screw only...about as simple and as good as it gets.... SE mount.JPG This leaves the standard arm board or Kore. Kore does look like an option as the arm is mounted in the 3 point manner which may offer some adjustment. There are also, as we know, a number of 3rd party sub chassis arm board combo's which could be considered, one being from Vinyl passion called the Utility. @@lovetube.....Duc on the Univector what is the Knurled screw above the headshell for?? All The Best Tase!! :lol: HI Tase. ah now i know a little more on those . if this is the case then I can custom made the Univector to suit the Keel or the Kore Chassis . but i do need some official measurement to do so. the Knurled Screw above the headshell is for fingers grip as it is being tighten by hand so you need the Knurl for that job.however it also serve another purpose which is add mass to the arm. you got me on your sign cheers Duc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tasebass Posted August 11, 2014 Share Posted August 11, 2014 HI Tase. ah now i know a little more on those . if this is the case then I can custom made the Univector to suit the Keel or the Kore Chassis . but i do need some official measurement to do so. the Knurled Screw above the headshell is for fingers grip as it is being tighten by hand so you need the Knurl for that job.however it also serve another purpose which is add mass to the arm. you got me on your sign cheers Duc Duc, I reckon if you can offer a Univector arm single point mounting to a Keel same as the Ekos/SE......you will be a very busy Man!! are you familiar with Naim's Aro?? ATBTase. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovetube Posted August 11, 2014 Share Posted August 11, 2014 (edited) Duc, I reckon if you can offer a Univector arm single point mounting to a Keel same as the Ekos/SE......you will be a very busy Man!! are you familiar with Naim's Aro?? ATBTase. Hi Tase. yes I do consider about this already and i need to come up with something's better if i would . Naim Aro arm yes i know a little bit about the arm but never seen one in the fresh through . regards Duc Edited September 28, 2014 by lovetube Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GregWormald Posted August 11, 2014 Share Posted August 11, 2014 (edited) How do you polish it or rather what do you use? Once the original lacquer finish has been breached, it's trashed. 1. Send it Vince at Once Analog and have him turn a new exterior. Polish with fine polish, cloth wrapped on a hard block, clean with isopropyl alcohol. Coat with a good lacquer made for non-ferrous metals--there are a few. Do at least 2 or 3 thin coats. 2. Sit the platter on your lap and slowly rotate it while dressing it **carefully** (around--not up and down) with some wet/dry sandpaper wrapped on a hard block of wood. Use gradually finer paper until you get sheen you want. A good polish if you want a mirror finish or just a few rotations to take off the harsh edges of the scratches. Coat with lacquer as above. I have two LP 12s, one done each way. If you are careful the home version can be done in an hour or so--drying time not included. The lacquer is a necessity 'cause the platter material tarnishes in oxygen, and finger marks will eat into the surface. (Guess how I know!) Greg Edited August 11, 2014 by GregWormald Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tasebass Posted August 11, 2014 Share Posted August 11, 2014 Once the original lacquer finish has been breached, it's trashed. No its not. there's a few ways of rectification and enhancement.....hope to have photos up soon... ATBTase. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newman Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 I always thought the original LP12 was very attractive, I would be very proud to show it off if I owned one, but some of these custom paint jobs are absolutely beautiful, well done guys. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tasebass Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 (edited) I always thought the original LP12 was very attractive, I would be very proud to show it off if I owned one, but some of these custom paint jobs are absolutely beautiful, well done guys. My goal was to an alternative to timber......... I hope to have a few more "pimped" decks, ( and speakers!!) just time at the moment is scarce........and I have a few "restos" to complete!! Cheers Tase. Edited August 12, 2014 by Tasebass Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyr Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 My goal was to (make) an alternative to timber......... Cheers Tase. I assume you mean an alternative finish to timber, Tase? Or are you not making your lovely plinths out of hardwood? (Underneath all that bling. ) Andy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tasebass Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 I assume you mean an alternative finish to timber, Tase? Or are you not making your lovely plinths out of hardwood? (Underneath all that bling. ) Andy OOOO No Andy. What I have learnt over the last 15 months or so timber is gone.. There are enough options around with regards to wood... To be Honest I'm waiting for Tangerine to release their Stiletto, just hope my ideas differ from theirs......all in good fun of course.. Cheers Tase. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyr Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 OOOO No Andy. What I have learnt over the last 15 months or so timber is gone.. There are enough options around with regards to wood... To be Honest I'm waiting for Tangerine to release their Stiletto, just hope my ideas differ from theirs......all in good fun of course.. Cheers Tase. Aah, OK ... so you make non-wood plinths, Tase! Sensational!! Andy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tasebass Posted September 28, 2014 Share Posted September 28, 2014 Aah, OK ... so you make non-wood plinths, Tase! Sensational!! Andy yes...and i had a bit of a "urika" moment the other day!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tasebass Posted September 28, 2014 Share Posted September 28, 2014 maintenance for whatever reasons was in my head today so I decide a thorough clean for the Lady was in order.... noticed the inner platter needed a fair polish so off I went.... the rim where the belt sits was not the best so I spend a bit of time in this area....slack a I am should not let this happen.... :eek: Results...?...well just that little bit more of everything really. definitely worth giving a go...and keeping on top of. gave the belt a thorough clean and check aswell...... ATBTase. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luc Posted September 28, 2014 Share Posted September 28, 2014 How do you go about that TB? What do you use to polish it up? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tasebass Posted September 28, 2014 Share Posted September 28, 2014 (edited) How do you go about that TB? What do you use to polish it up? I'm lazy so I use a small air polisher with Feracla G3ultra then G10 finishing compound...... no wax!!! TBO Luc any car paint cutting compound will do. Supercheap auto's will have something. vigorously rub the rim until shiny so to speak. DONT use Brasso!!! Have fun Tase. P.S. check your motor pulley as well!!! Edited September 28, 2014 by Tasebass Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tasebass Posted December 20, 2014 Share Posted December 20, 2014 @@Luc @@warrengday. A change of plinth....... having decided to check the XX2 thought I would take the opportunity to swap plinths over .... Also gave the Bearing a once over and a oil check. Kleaned.....sorry Cleaned the Keel..... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tasebass Posted December 20, 2014 Share Posted December 20, 2014 spent some time cleaning the Ekos SE with a small soft brush Adjusted the suspension in situ as no jig is required ...... ..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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