Ortorfon OMB-10

[Mr Peabody]

Don't you have to be careful adding weight to the platter, like clamps? I'm not sure my Rega could handle any drag.

[frenchmon]

Don't you have to be careful adding weight to the platter, like clamps? I'm not sure my Rega could handle any drag.

Just as long as you don't get one that's to heavy. I just order a Bren1 clamp. I've read they help improve the sound...I'll see.

[Jack in Wilmington]

Don't you have to be careful adding weight to the platter, like clamps? I'm not sure my Rega could handle any drag.

Mr. P, Poppa found some prints and dimensions on line and I whipped up a program and ran off some prototypes. They recommended a weight of 350g if I remember. Just something to do while I'm stuck at work.

[poppachubby]

Don't you have to be careful adding weight to the platter, like clamps? I'm not sure my Rega could handle any drag.

Generally speaking, no. There is no "drag" created by a weight or clamp. If your platter can't handle a weight on it, I would say you would have more to worry about with your table, like stability.

Some people don't like clamps, and depending on table design they can help bring up vibrations from the spindle onto the LP. For this reason I prefer a weight.

Sonically, a weight is probably the best upgrade in terms of price/performance for a TT. Tracking improves noticably so usually things like bass and midrange smoothness improve instantly.

I have a couple of DIY weights kicking around Peabody. I could send you one if you like. PM me your address. Regas have the short spindle, right?