{"title":"WallyTools","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"wam-engineering-wallytools-tractor-universal-v2-20","title":"WallyTools Tractor Universal V2.20","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCartridge alignment doesn't get more accurate or universally applicable than it does when you use a WallyTractor Universal. Start from Certainty! \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes laser etched pivot to spindle ruler, spindle jig and 10x magnifying loupe. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe WallyTractor Universal is the cartridge alignment protractor that features arcs specific to the tonearm you own as well as tonearms you may own in the future.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe WallyTractor Universal is the only cartridge alignment protractor that allows you to reduce playback distortions based upon the age of your record collection. You can get the lower distortion of a 12” arm with a 9” arm!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatures a mirrored surface to increase accuracy of cantilever alignment by 2X\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatures Baerwald and Loefgren traces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePersonalized support from WAM Engineering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe WallyTractor Universal is obsolescence-proof! Should a tonearm become available in the market that is not represented by your WallyTractor Universal, WAM Engineering offers a very generous replacement program that involves adding any new arcs that you might need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe WallyTractor Universal includes a lighted magnifying glass, custom laser etched pivot to spindle ruler and spindle jig.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStereophile, Michael Fremer, 2020\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe new WallyTractor is a versatile tool, extremely well-engraved—far superior to the already excellent original—and easier to read. The WallyTractor Universal is highly recommended for anyone who needs an easy-to-use, easy-to-read, universal alignment gauge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stereophile.com\/content\/analog-corner-301-wallytractor-stylustimer-fuuga-tzar-dst\"\u003eRead Review\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaul Seydor – TAS May\/June 2024 Issue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“In sonic terms, the improvements include but are not limited to cleaner tracking, lower noise and perceived distortion, greater clarity and resolution, a more confident overall presentation with greater precision and solidity of imaging, more securely focused instruments and performers within the soundstage, and an impression of greater control and stability.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stereophile.com\/content\/analog-corner-301-wallytractor-stylustimer-fuuga-tzar-dst\"\u003eRead Review\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVideos\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWallyTools Cartridge Setup Process – An Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"WallyTools Cartridge Setup Process - An Overview\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/a99pWuc5_KQ\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWallyTractor Instructional Series (Part 1 of 4) – Preparations and Tips \u0026amp; Tricks ver2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/nHi6R5AEO-I\" title=\"WallyTractor Instructional Series (Part 1 of 4) - Preparations and Tips \u0026amp; Tricks ver2\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWallyTractor Instructional Series (Part 2 of 4) – Selecting Your Alignment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"WallyTractor Instructional Series (Part 2 of 4) - Selecting Your Alignment\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/vwJ0gJEDv_4\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWallyTractor Instructional Series (Part 3 of 4) – Aligning the Stylus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/DobJfinXTKA\" title=\"WallyTractor Instructional Series (Part 3 of 4)  - Aligning the Stylus\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWallyTractor Instructional Series (Part 4 of 4) – Aligning the Cantilever\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"WallyTractor Instructional Series (Part 4 of 4) - Aligning the Cantilever\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2MJ_UaaWIps\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDocuments\/Links\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdf\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wallyanalog.com\/_files\/ugd\/0d4d2b_966bf64c4c11407fba4ff675073848ed.pdf\"\u003eWallyTractor Universal Instructions v2.5\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bookmark-single\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wallyanalog.com\/wallytractor\"\u003eWallyTools Website\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bookmark-single\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nirvanasound.com\/contact-us\/\"\u003eArrange a Demonstration\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"WallyTools","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51985218208065,"sku":"WAL-TRACTOR","price":780.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/2636\/1921\/files\/0d4d2b_e442dec7afa94d17bf95eff0d500080c_mv2.jpg?v=1784162245"},{"product_id":"wallytools-wallyskater-pro-anti-skating-force-measurement-device","title":"WallyTools WallySkater Pro Anti-skating Force Measurement Device","description":"\u003cp\u003eWAM Engineering has been advancing turntable setup since 1994 and many of their tools are the only ones made of their type anywhere in the world. They are passionate about helping you to apply the mathematics, geometry and physics behind vinyl playback to allow you to START FROM CERTAINTY on your analog setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe WallySkater exists to make sure the effort you have put into the proper alignment of your cartridge isn’t ruined by your tonearm. It is the only device that can accurately measure tonearm horizontal forces (including anti-skate force) and is used to assess the health of your tonearm bearing \u0026amp; mechanical resistance from tonearm wiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the WallySkater BEFORE aligning your stylus\/cantilever to confirm tonearm is not influencing cantilever angle. This is a good test to make on your tonearm periodically to ensure bearing health remains stable and routing of tonearm wires does not shift to influence tonearm behavior. Use the WallySkater again to apply proper anti-skating force before measuring for ideal azimuth angle of your cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProper setting of anti-skating is essential to the alignment of the stylus within the groove, maintaining of even compression on the cartridge suspension system and to the preservation of both the stylus and the record grooves. Be CERTAIN you have your anti-skating set correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe WallySkater Pro Assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe WallySkater Pro assembly is for frequent WallySkater users or for those less confident in their own dexterity. Change height of stylus above the platter with much greater ease and safety. Can be used on tonearms with or without finger lifts. The WallySkater Pro assembly is available as an upgrade to your existing WallySkater or can be purchased as an entire WallySkater Pro kit. This is a very helpful option and we welcome you to Contact Nirvana Sound for further details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVideos\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroducing the WallySkater Pro\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe height=\"315\" width=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/cN_ybBsEmUU\" class=\"youtube\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasure Tonearm Behaviour to Ensure Optimal Cartridge Performance\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe height=\"315\" width=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/9Smgb5ba1vs\" class=\"youtube\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWallySkater Instructional Series Part 1 of 3 – Setup\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe height=\"315\" width=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/eousixI84xY\" class=\"youtube\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWallySkater Instructional Series Part 2 of 3 – Adjusting Anti-Skating\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe height=\"315\" width=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ru_oPr29Dbg\" class=\"youtube\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWallySkater Instructional Series Part 3 of 3 – Tonearm Swing Freedom\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe height=\"315\" width=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/7wTaMHbf1gM\" class=\"youtube\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElectron microscope slow-motion video of vinyl LP\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe height=\"315\" width=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/GuCdsyCWmt8\" class=\"youtube\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"review-readmore\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.analogplanet.com\/content\/wam-engineerings-new-improved-wallyskater-v21\"\u003eStereophile, Michael Fremer, 2020\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.analogplanet.com\/content\/wam-engineerings-new-improved-wallyskater-v21\"\u003e…..you’ll get far greater accuracy using the WallySkater.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.analogplanet.com\/content\/wam-engineerings-new-improved-wallyskater-v21\"\u003eRead Review\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDocuments\/Links\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nirvanasound.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/manuals\/WallySkater-Instructions-v1.92.pdf\"\u003eWallySkater Instructions.v1.92\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wallyanalog.com\/wallyskater\"\u003eWallyTools Website\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nirvanasound.com\/contact-us\/\"\u003eArrange a Demonstration\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"review-readmore\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"WallyTools","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51985231675713,"sku":"WAL-SKAT-PRO","price":650.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/2636\/1921\/files\/WallyTools-WallySkater-1_1.jpg?v=1784162962"},{"product_id":"wallytools-skater-pro-hanger-upgrade-assembly-only","title":"WallyTools Skater Pro Hanger – Upgrade Assembly Only","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe WallySkater Pro assembly is for frequent WallySkater users or for those less confident in their own dexterity. Change height of stylus above the platter with much greater ease and safety. 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It actually took me longer to find a dropped cartridge screw than it did to make the changes with the WallyTool! The *genius* of these tools is the beautiful simplicity of their physical designs which are based on the thorough understanding of the desired results and their ease of use in achieving those goals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStereophile\/Analogue Corner, Michael Fremer, 2021\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe WallyReference is a 16mm-tall device that comes with shims. With the cartridge lowered, stylus sitting in the record groove (but turntable not turning!), use the “standup” height gauge supplied with the WallyReference to measure the distance from the record surface to the headshell’s lower surface. If the measured height is 16mm, you’re all set, but if it’s more (I can’t recall encountering a cartridge that was less), locate the appropriate shims (supplied) to make up the difference. 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Unlike most tonearms, changes to azimuth angle while using the WallyFulcrum will NOT also change your stylus rake angle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProper azimuth alignment is one of the two most impactful setup parameters for vinyl playback optimization. Unfortunately, many tonearms do not offer the ability to adjust the azimuth angle for your cartridge. Why is it unfortunate? Because few cartridges are at their ideal azimuth angle when the cartridge is level in the headshell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ideal azimuth angle for your cartridge is essential for maximizing stereo separation between left and right channels. Once this ideal azimuth is dialed in you will enjoy the widest, deepest and tallest soundstage with pinpoint imaging and the best instrument separation you can possibly get from your cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVideos\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWallyFulcrum Instructional Video\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"WallyFulcrum Instructional Video\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/DsWWiKrb2jY\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMark H, England\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter a few days of listening, I can confidently say the sound improvements of the azimuth adjustment made possible by the WallyFulcrum are quite profound. *Every* album I’ve played, whether it’s an old one I know well, or a new album I’m hearing for the first time sounds so much more focused and the soundstage so deep – it has really opened up the recording, bringing an increased sense of dynamics, vitality and reality to the performances. 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Correct it!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYears ago, we were instructed to align our cartridge body at the protractor null points to achieve ideal alignment. Later, Wally Malewicz gave us the original WallyTractor and a way to improve upon this by aligning the cantilever at the null points while also removing parallax error.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, we haven't had a way to align that which REALLY matters when setting your stylus\/cantilever assembly for ideal horizontal alignment: the contact facets of the stylus that read the groove walls. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour cartridge is in perfect alignment on the horizontal plane when a line drawn between the two contact facets form a straight line pointing at the center of the record. This straight line SHOULD be perfectly perpendicular to the cantilever - which is MUCH easier for us to see and therefore align for optimum playback quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, most all high-end cartridge manufacturers work with +\/-5 degrees of tolerance with their stylus mount accuracy - though we have seen as much as 14 degrees off of perpendicularity with the cantilever. This means that even though you aligned your cantilever perfectly at the null points, your stylus could be badly out of alignment - completely nullifying your best efforts to achieve minimum tracing distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis zenith error (which, as a function of visual alignment is alternatively referred to as angular error) can cause you to experience quite audible tracing distortions without being aware of it. You are not likely to notice that the soundstage isn't as wide and deep as it should be. Nor will you notice the imaging isn't as pinpoint as it could be. If your stylus isn't properly oriented in the groove, dynamics will be muted, high-frequency extension dulled and the \"suppleness\" that vinyl playback is known for is just not what it could be if the zenith error were corrected for. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor now, the only way to measure your stylus zenith error is with very high quality microscopy like that which we use in our Cartridge Analysis Service. However, we are currently working on a method that would allow anyone to measure zenith error at home. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe solution to MEASURE zenith error is coming in 2022!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe WallyZenith is for use when you already know what your stylus\/cantilever zenith error is and wish to make a corrective alignment. It is possible, though a bit tedious, to use the WallyZenith as a measurement tool for zenith error. It is a bit tedious as it involves repeated listening and subjective assessment. WallyZenith is a corrective tool first and foremost. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to offering the ability to align the stylus contact edges to be perfectly parallel with the record radius and thereby read the left and right channel grooves simultaneously, the WallyZenith allows the user to align for ideal cartridge azimuth BEFORE aligning the cantilever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing either the WallyReference (or the customized shim included with the WallyTools Cartridge Analysis service) to quickly and easily align azimuth followed by an alignment of the cantilever with the WallyZenith saves an enormous amount of time and hassle and ensures maximum playback optimization with the greatest accuracy and ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVideos\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStylus Zenith Error – What is it? Why is it a problem? How common is it?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"Stylus Zenith Error - What is it? Why is it a problem? 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Control of the subject in the frame and fine focus is made easy by the unique design which affords motion control in all three axes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe WallyScope's compound lenses (2x, 4x \u0026amp; 10x magnification) and high-sensitivity, 1\/2\" format back-illuminated camera capture high resolution images with extraordinary light sensitivity and powerful magnification levels. The WallyScope is mounted to a XYZ stage allowing easy manipulation of height, fine focus and left\/right shifting. A specially trimmed vinyl record makes dynamic measurements of stylus quick and easy. The entire kit is packaged in a rugged weatherproof storage case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCamera software is compatible with PC, Mac or Linux. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are very serious about achieving ultimate cartridge set-up, the WallyScope is a unique and invaluable tool. Production is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/2636\/1921\/files\/digiiz.jpg?v=1784165592\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMike L, USA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI just wanted to drop you a quick line and give you MANY THANKS for your excellent help. I have adjusted my arm down as a consequence of the many photos and measurements. System sounds very good. 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I don’t mount a cartridge without it, not because I have to, but because I’ve heard what happens when I don’t. It’s one of those tools that quietly changes your standards. Once you’ve seen the stylus and cantilever clearly, once you’ve understood how small misalignments translate into what you hear, it’s hard to go back to doing things that were previously “close enough.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eVideo\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"943\" height=\"539\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/6yH1Xc_EQoY\" title=\"WallyLoupe Instructional Video\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWALLYLOUPE INSTRUCTIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The following instructions will be made much easier to understand if you can see it in action first. 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