what would you say is the biggest difference between a straight tone arm and an S-tone arm?

I'm no expert but I've heard it on good authority that a straight arm seems to have better tracking and because it's "straight" is more balanced than an S shape. Keep in mind that good tracking is the result of well maintained and precise quality heads and cartidges, anti-skating, height adjustment and weight. The arm shape has only a minor impact on overall tracking ability therefore shouldn't be a factor in purchasing a turntable.

ROQ out.

Some people swear that a straight arm tracks better, but if that is true. Then why do approx. 75% of turntablists still use the 1200's???? And I have never seen a TT with a straight arm at a DMC-Final. If you don't want your needles skipping; then get a PS2. lol

thanks guys

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Originally posted by DJ Stevie Ray:
[qb] Some people swear that a straight arm tracks better, but if that is true. Then why do approx. 75% of turntablists still use the 1200's???? And I have never seen a TT with a straight arm at a DMC-Final. If you don't want your needles skipping; then get a PS2. lol [/qb]

and I have never seen a PS2 at a DMC-Final

<sarcasm>MatPec, good eye, being able to pick out the little joke at the end and all. I never thought the lol would give it away..... j/k lol. HaHa</sarcasm>

I know man, I was just mocking...