TT Periphery Ring Clamps

jm1
jm1 Posts: 618
edited March 2009 in 2 Channel Audio
Since I have been labeled as a depleted genes Club Polk member, I though I would rebel once again and post a link to an external thread discussing a Periphery Ring Clamp which can be used with most TTs.

Audiogon Periphery Record Rings thread

Might be interesting following this thread if you have ever though of using one. Having a VPI TT, I am using the VPI Periphery Ring Clamp. I wouldn't play a record without using this.
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  • schwarcw
    schwarcw Posts: 7,338
    edited March 2009
    I understand your bliss. I've used Joe's "The Clamp" and I was amazed at the difference that made on my vintage turntable setup. I also heard the clamp in action on Analog97's VPI. We were both amazed at the impact the clamp has on the sound.
    Carl

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  • bikerboy
    bikerboy Posts: 1,211
    edited March 2009
    I use Joe's The Clamp and it is amazing. It makes sense to couple the 180 gr lp to the 11 kg platter. We do so much to make the TT solid but just let the lp float on the platter.
    Main system: Lyngdorf TDAI 2170 w/ Pioneer 42" plazma-> Polk LSiM 703 w/Tivo, Marantz tuner, BRPTT: Nothingham Spacedeck-> Pioneer PL L1000 linear arm-> Soundsmith DL 103R-> SUT->Bottlehead ErosDigital: I3 PC w/ Jriver playing flac -> Sonore Ultrarendu -> Twisted Pair Audio ESS 9028 w/ Mercury IVY Vinyl rips: ESI Juli@24/192-> i3 PC server
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 19,029
    edited March 2009
    I'd like to get one but at the cost of what they go for, I might as well have one manufactured for me to my specifications. I also use Joe's "The Clamp" and it does wonders for vinyl listening. There will never be a reason to upgrade that area of my rig as Joe IMO has built the perfect clamp.

    I'm either looking into a vacuum system to keep the LP down or looking into getting a ring made for the outer edge.
    ~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~
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  • Systems
    Systems Posts: 14,873
    edited March 2009
    Hello

    Where do you purchase Joes "The Clamp" at? I did a search on google but nothing came up about it...

    Thanks
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  • shack
    shack Posts: 11,154
    edited March 2009
    Lorthos wrote: »
    Hello

    Where do you purchase Joes "The Clamp" at? I did a search on google but nothing came up about it...

    Thanks

    That would be our own hearingimpared.

    http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?t=47286

    If you don't have one...you maybe SOL...in order to get one someone will have to sell you theirs beccause I don't think Joe has any more. I know I'm not selling mine. I still think Joe needs to figure out how to make and sell them again now that vinyl is in a nice resurgence.
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  • Systems
    Systems Posts: 14,873
    edited March 2009
    shack wrote: »
    That would be our own hearingimpared.

    http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?t=47286

    If you don't have one...you maybe SOL...in order to get one someone will have to sell you theirs beccause I don't think Joe has any more. I know I'm not selling mine. I still think Joe needs to figure out how to make and sell them again now that vinyl is in a nice resurgence.

    Okay, thanks! Looked at the thread, does look pretty slick alright. I take it he make them on his own lathe or he had an access to a machine shop...
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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,137
    edited March 2009
    I have one left. Lorthos PM on its way.
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  • Systems
    Systems Posts: 14,873
    edited March 2009
    hearingimpared wrote: »
    I have one left. Lorthos PM on its way.

    Okay, thanks, will look for it......
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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,137
    edited March 2009
    John thanks for posting this thread as I am getting lot's of requests for my last clamp.
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 19,029
    edited March 2009
    hearingimpared wrote: »
    .....as I am getting lot's of requests for my last clamp.
    Hint, hint Joe. Hint hint..........;)
    ~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~
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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,137
    edited March 2009
    Lorthos . . . PM headed your way.
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  • fbm211
    fbm211 Posts: 1,488
    edited March 2009
    How much to get one made joe????Or do you know of a nice alternative?
    SDA-2BTL with custom IC
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    Theta Data Basic Transport--Stello DA100 Signature DAC--Camelot Dragon Pro2 MK III
    Harman Kardon T-55c TT
    DH Labs Q-10 Signature Speaker Cables With Furez silver plated copper bananas
    Revelation Audio Labs Prophecy Cryo-Silver Reference AES/EBU
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    4 Furutech FP-314Ag with FI-11cu Plugs/FI-11AG IECs--- Power Cords
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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,137
    edited March 2009
    fbm211 wrote: »
    How much to get one made joe????Or do you know of a nice alternative?

    The cost of having just one make is astronomical and would break your bank. An alternative that would get you particially there would be this one.


    http://store.acousticsounds.com/browse_detail.cfm?Title_ID=36249
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  • fbm211
    fbm211 Posts: 1,488
    edited March 2009
    Thanks for the link. Ill be getting one in a few days..Do you know of any place that can buff a dust cover to make it almost like new??
    SDA-2BTL with custom IC
    Adcom 565 monoblocks--Monarchy Audio M-10 preamp
    Theta Data Basic Transport--Stello DA100 Signature DAC--Camelot Dragon Pro2 MK III
    Harman Kardon T-55c TT
    DH Labs Q-10 Signature Speaker Cables With Furez silver plated copper bananas
    Revelation Audio Labs Prophecy Cryo-Silver Reference AES/EBU
    Revelation Audio Labs Prophecy Cryo-Silver i2s digital cable
    4 Furutech FP-314Ag with FI-11cu Plugs/FI-11AG IECs--- Power Cords
    DH LABS REVELATIONS ICs-amps
    Revelation Audio Labs Paradise cryo-silver ICs-Source to pre
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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,137
    edited March 2009
    fbm211 wrote: »
    Thanks for the link. Ill be getting one in a few days..Do you know of any place that can buff a dust cover to make it almost like new??

    If I did mine wouldn't be so scratched up!:eek::o
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  • Polkersince85
    Polkersince85 Posts: 2,883
    edited March 2009
    fbm211 wrote: »
    ..Do you know of any place that can buff a dust cover to make it almost like new??

    Try Meguiar's PLASTX from the auto parts store. Designed for auto headlight lens.
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  • gdb
    gdb Posts: 6,012
    edited March 2009
    fbm211 wrote: »
    Thanks for the link. Ill be getting one in a few days..Do you know of any place that can buff a dust cover to make it almost like new??

    Auto restoration supply outfits sell a string buffing wheel (for low rpm buffers) and a special compound, (rouge) for resurfacing plastic lenses and trim parts. Wear a mask !!!:eek:

    http://www.caswellplating.com/buffs/stringbuffs.html
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  • fbm211
    fbm211 Posts: 1,488
    edited March 2009
    I knew I had read somewhere that it was possible to buff out scratched dustcovers.Maybe not like new but anything would be better than my vintage 25year old scratched HK dustcover.
    SDA-2BTL with custom IC
    Adcom 565 monoblocks--Monarchy Audio M-10 preamp
    Theta Data Basic Transport--Stello DA100 Signature DAC--Camelot Dragon Pro2 MK III
    Harman Kardon T-55c TT
    DH Labs Q-10 Signature Speaker Cables With Furez silver plated copper bananas
    Revelation Audio Labs Prophecy Cryo-Silver Reference AES/EBU
    Revelation Audio Labs Prophecy Cryo-Silver i2s digital cable
    4 Furutech FP-314Ag with FI-11cu Plugs/FI-11AG IECs--- Power Cords
    DH LABS REVELATIONS ICs-amps
    Revelation Audio Labs Paradise cryo-silver ICs-Source to pre
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  • thsmith
    thsmith Posts: 6,082
    edited March 2009
    hearingimpared wrote: »
    The cost of having just one make is astronomical and would break your bank. An alternative that would get you particially there would be this one.


    http://store.acousticsounds.com/browse_detail.cfm?Title_ID=36249

    Joe recommended this clamp to me and it works great. Took it over to friends house and we A/B tested it on both his TT, he is a believer and will order one this week.

    THANK AGAIN JOE !
    Speakers: SDA-1C (most all the goodies)
    Preamp: Joule Electra LA-150 MKII SE
    Amp: Wright WPA 50-50 EAT KT88s
    Analog: Marantz TT-15S1 MBS Glider SL| Wright WPP100C Amperex BB 6er5 and 7316 & WPM-100 SUT
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