 | Shure SFG-2 Stylus Tracking Force Gauge |
Manufacturer: Shure Brothers
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042406056526 Retail Price: $25.00 #Deals:
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Shure SFG-2 Stylus Tracking Force Gauge Specs:
| Product Name | Shure SFG-2 Stylus Tracking Force Gauge |
| Manufacturer | Shure Brothers |
| Product Number MPN | SFG-2 |
| Retail Price | $25.00 |
| UPC | 042406056526 |
Latest 6 Reviews
Here is what people are saying about the Shure SFG-2 Stylus Tracking Force Gauge
 "ACCURATE, WHO KNOWS?" | 2009-06-24 |
| - Reviewed By b1pw48 |
| It works but is cheaply made. I don't know how good it is. I would like to try a digital one now and see how I like it. |
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 "The best instrument to get the best sound of each record" | 2009-06-08 |
| - Reviewed By User: A3ORFTX9KNS2AY |
Shure SFG-2 Stylus Tracking Force Gauge
With this scale you get the best sound of each record. |
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| "Shure SF-2 force gauge" | 2009-04-29 |
| - Reviewed By User: A3ELEJEWL6FPZY |
| Accurate! Compared it with an electronic force gauge for callibration. Difference is negligible. No need to spend more on those electronic gadgets. |
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| "Shure Gauge" | 2009-04-24 |
| - Reviewed By User: A1H9XLJG9XI5MS |
| This is a must for all phono-lovers. Does the job. Accurate and easy to use. Highly recommended. |
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| "Inexpensive way to save cartridges and records" | 2009-03-17 |
| - Reviewed By User: A3QEFCDS6P4SSR |
I wanted a tracking force gauge for some time, but never got around to buying one. I figured, hey, the counterweight on the tonearm is good enough, right? Boy, was I ever wrong. I discovered my tonearm was about three grams overweight! This tracking force gauge is pretty cheap insurance in my view. If I had any idea how far off the tonearm counterweight was, I would have bought one with my turntable. Please note, this is not a digital model and will not give you ultra-precise measurements. Shure has a gauge for that too, if you're willing to spend the money.
Description and Use: Balance scale just like at the gym. The unit is placed on the turnable mat extending from center to edge. The weight is adjusted from 1-3 grams. Tonearm is lowered and needle placed in the gauge groove. measurement taken. Tonearm lifted, tonearm weight adjusted. Repeat.
The stated tolerance on this gauge is +-0.1 grams. For the tech, that's pretty darn good, and for the price is outstanding. I can easily say this gauge has saved me from buying a new cartridge that much sooner. And heaven knows how much it has helped extend the life of my records.
Pros:
1. Value for dollar unsurpassed. Consumer reports best buy or Stereophile three dollar signs, take your pick.
2. Reasonable accuracy, especially for moving magnet cartridges, which seem (at least to me) less sensitive to weight differences than Moving coil. Your ears may vary.
Cons:
1. Balance point is a metal pin on a plastic platform. When I used it, because of such low weights (1-3g.), I sometimes questioned the accuracy of the device, as it seemed to get stuck at either end of the scale. A metal platform would reduce friction and (I think) have more accurate results. However, it easily showed my tonearm was waaaaay overweighted.
2. Balance indicator can be difficult to read. The balance indicator is merely a small (approx. 1/8" wide by 1/2" deep) black platform. The other end of the balance scale floats up or down in accordance with your desired weight and the tonearm weight. When viewing the balance indicator front on, this 1/8" wide nub can be difficult to tell how far off you are. If you have vision issues, you may want to look elsewhere.
Overall a very nice addition to my setup. Way overdue as a matter of fact. My recommendation is a tracking gauge is a REQUIRED piece of equipment. This will work with acceptable accuracy. Better options are available (digital) but only you can say if you want to spend way more to get a more precise result. Also remember you are going to have to adjust your counterweight on the tonearm, which was hassle enough. More precise scale will require smaller adjustments to your tonearm. The real question is: Is your tonearm good enough for a digital tracking force gauge? |
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| "Setting up a cartridge made easy." | 2009-03-17 |
| - Reviewed By User: A29OTE0QRV5IMN |
| This is a great tool if you plan to change the cartridge of a turntable. It's very precise and makes cartridge adjustment a breeze. It has a small mirrow that allows to make the tracking force adjustment easy even under difficult conditions. |
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