{"product_id":"audio-technica-multi-function-cartridge-alignment-stroboscope-disc-at-cap4","title":"Audio-Technica Multi-Function Cartridge Alignment + Stroboscope Disc (AT-CAP4)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"product-hero__title\"\u003eAT-CAP4\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemprop=\"description\" class=\"product-hero__intro-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AT-CAP4 is a versatile, two-sided turntable setup disc that enables you to adjust cartridge overhang, set cartridge offset and null points, and calibrate the platter speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cartridge alignment side of the disc includes an overhang adjustment section that allows you to set the proper distance between the stylus tip and the turntable spindle (10–20 mm, according to your turntable’s specs). This adjustment is essential for ensuring proper tracking and minimizing distortion across the record’s surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-hero__expanded-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cartridge alignment side of the disc also includes null points for four different alignment geometries – Baerwald, Stevenson, Löfgren B, and UNI-DIN – providing optimal tracking and minimal distortion according to your tonearm’s effective length and your playback preferences:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaerwald (222–250 mm effective tonearm length): For listeners who play a wide range of genres and want a versatile alignment that minimizes distortion throughout the record.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStevenson (200–230 mm effective tonearm length): For classical, jazz, or any music with critical content closer to the label, where distortion is more likely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLöfgren B (222–250 mm effective tonearm length): For listeners who prioritize superior sound quality across most of the record’s surface, while accepting a bit more distortion near the inner grooves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUNI-DIN (220–240 mm effective tonearm length): For listeners who prioritize modern music, such as pop or rock, where critical content often lies in the mid-to-inner grooves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stroboscope side of the disc enables you to calibrate turntable platter speeds of 33-1\/3, 45, and 78 RPM at 50 or 60 Hz. The stroboscope requires an incandescent or strobe light (not included) to view the strobe pattern accurately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-hero__expanded-text\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVersatile, two-sided turntable setup disc includes a side for cartridge alignment and overhang adjustment and a stroboscope side\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCartridge alignment side of the disc includes null points for four different alignment geometries: Baerwald, Stevenson, Löfgren B, and UNI-DIN\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStroboscope side of the disc calibrates turntable platter speeds of 33-1\/3, 45, and 78 RPM at 50 or 60 Hz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProper cartridge alignment is crucial for optimal tracking, minimal distortion, and even wear on your vinyl records\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Long Will Shipping Take?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor shipping and handling times, please see below:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte__table-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eItem is Released\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eItems will ship within 1 day if in stock and as soon as available if inbound.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eItem is a Pre-Order Sale\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eItems will ship once available after the release date. \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eItem is on Backorder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrders will ship once checked in but may take 15-45 days to restock.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Audio-Technica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46803565314206,"sku":"AT‑CAP4","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/8321\/8590\/files\/at-cap4_01.png?v=1778205383","url":"https:\/\/soundslikevinyl.com\/products\/audio-technica-multi-function-cartridge-alignment-stroboscope-disc-at-cap4","provider":"SoundsLikeVinyl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}