Ortofon Stylus Pressure Gauge

The tracking force is the downward pressure exerted by the weight of the tonearm through the cartridge stylus onto the vinyl record. It is important to set the correct tracking force to maximize playback performance and reduce the risk of mistracking or excessive record wear. Check the manufacturer's recommended settings for the tracking force of your stylus. The Ortofon tracking force gauge is a small plastic scale that accurately measures the tracking force between 1.25 g and 4 g.