What is Tracking Force and Anti-Skate on a Turntable? (And where to make adjustments to both)

[@pseudoty]

I have had the RT-85 for almost 2 years and it is by far the best turntable you can get for under $500 USD with the Ortofon 2M Blue and the acrylic platter.

[@blakewhittington4336]

Great video I bought a Fluance and I'm so happy with it. I've told everyone I know that is looking for a turntable about these too.

[@FluanceSpeakers]

Great to hear!

[@JeanGrzenia]

My tracking and anti-skate are both set near zero and yet it sounds great! Should I even question a good thing? (I have the Fluance R-81)

[@DeatHl3ss420]

Hello Vinyl-People, I’m starting off atm and I’m running into a problem. The optimal tracking force is at 3-3.5g and the max of the anti skating is at 3g. It feels odd to just turn that guy fully up. If someone could answer me, I’d really appreciate it!

[@slyspy9819]

That seems a bit high for tracking force at that weight you'll wear a hole in the record soon (lol). First check the stylus manufacturer they will tell you proper tracking for their cartridge (every cart is different) then adjust the anti-skate accordingly