I have a turntable cover nearly exactly like that, my problem is, where do I put it when not in use?
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I have a turntable cover nearly exactly like that, my problem is, where do I put it when not in use?
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An eye-bolt with a cable and pulley system mounted to the ceiling? Looks good to me as is.
I use the ones that just cover the platter and arm. Much prefer them visually now and easy to place when using table. Took s little while to get used to style tho
So true! When I lift it off and place it on my bed, I can see the ring of dust around the dust free area that was under it. It keeps my ‘table clean and dust free, so it’s worth the hassle to move it. And I don’t have to worry about anyone breaking my cantilever or any such mishap while it’s under the glass.
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I’ve never been a big fan of the style of those covers, but I can certainly appreciate the greater ease of use they provide. I have started putting my cover on a chair in the corner of my living/listening room. I want it to be relatively easy to grab and put back on the turntable, so I don’t get lazy and have another stylus accident :D
So true! All the protection in the world won’t work if it’s too much trouble, and you don’t use it. I think I may play more Records if it wasn’t for having to man handle the cover every time? Seems I only remove it for serious listening sessions anymore, for casual listening it’s so much easier to pop in a CD. So, it’s a two edged sword, it’s seems everything about vinyl playback is about compromises.
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I have the exact type of plexiglass cover, same size in fact that I use for my Air Tight amp. I use it if I am away from home and don't want prying fingers to make a mess. I was thinking of drilling a bunch of half inch holes in it, so I can leave it on the amp when in use, to keep my nosy cat from trying to play with the EL34's. Would need a lot of holes though for heat dissipation.
Yes I’d say you’d need a lot of holes. And it would serve the purpose of keeping the cat away, or other hands and cleaning supplies. But it would defeat its ability to keep out dust. So you trade one issue for another. I agree it’s cumbersome, but worth it I guess, or I wouldn’t use it? My old ‘table had a hinged lid. Which was very convenient, and kept the dust at bay, but it always concerned me that it was picking up airborne vibrations while propped open, and my clamp was too tall to shut while in use. So I wound up removing it anyway.
Possibly you could make a cage for your amp? Perforated metal or rails close together, that would prevent the cat from loading it up with hair. And still have total air flow, and the plastic lid could fit over that? Or perhaps there is a tube cage made for your amp? Just a thought.
Russell