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I've noticed that sometimes when I place a record on my Beogram 8002 that the record doesn't rest flush against the platter, even if there's no warpage. I think the problem is that the 8002 spindle is slightly larger than whatever diameter is typically used for American pressings, but that's just a guess. Has anyone had experience with this? And what do you think about using a record clamp with the 8002 or any of the other linear trackers to push the vinyl down?
Thanks
Matt
I don't have any of the 8000 series, but I've had the same problem with some other B&O decks. I'm sure it's just because the spindles have been made to a tight tolerance at the upper limit - and as you say, perhaps there is a difference between the continents.
Anyway, the difference that causes the problem is tiny. I've opted to hone the center hole of the offending records. It's not going to matter a bit even on those record players that have the slightly smaller spindle.
--mika
It's the center hole in the record that is not standard size or something (a flap of the label) has slippedinside the hole.Never use any additional weight, clamp or whatever with an eddy-current motor like your Beogram.The platter has been cleverly designed to create a slight vacuum under (a standard) record when rotating.
Martin
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Thanks Mika. I was thinking of trying exactly that, since I have a spare spindle from another brand turntable.
Thanks so much Martin. I was hoping you would weigh in on this, especially with regard to whether it was safe to use a record clamp. I won't put anything on top. That's also very interesting about the slight vacuum created during rotation. I'll just slightly increase the center hole in those records that are tight fits.
dbxdx5: I'll just slightly increase the center hole in those records that are tight fits. Matt
I'll just slightly increase the center hole in those records that are tight fits.
That's also how I deal with it.
About half of my new records' spindle holes were too small for my Beogram 8002's - Widened it with a key to fit flush.
Vinyl records, cassettes, open reel, valve amplifiers and film photography.
Discussed last summer!
I found Nicholson part number 21853 8 inch round file (purchased in the USA at Lowes) is perfect for enlarging LP holes that don't fit my BG4002.