Shure SFG-2 Stylus Tracking Force Gauge

The Shure SFG-2 Stylus Tracking Force Gauge is a simple-to-use measuring device that has become the industry standard. The device was developed to give listeners a way to insure against problems caused by improper tracking force settings, including mistracking, excessive record and tip wear, and poor sound reproduction. This gauge is a highly accurate beam balance instrument, designed to measure the actual downward force exerted by a stylus on a record over the range of 0.5 to 3.0 grams. Each gauge is individually calibrated, and displays readings in 0.05 gram increments, in order to provide a precise measurement of stylus tracking force. If you're one of the few, the proud, the cogniscenti who know analog still rules the audio kingdom, the SFG-2 is a tool you must have!

Very practical for the money and does the job well. It's been around for years so it is tried and proven. If you can spring for the digital models, then I would suggest going that route. Otherwise, I'll have this for many years to come.

This is a replacment for one I lost in a move.This is easy to setup and use and it works just about perfect every time.I would reconmend this gauge.

Nice product. Simple balance-beam construction and clear instructions. Should be all that the majority of vinyl fans need.

It just could not be easier to use, and it is an important addition for those of us stuck in the vinyl era! :-)

Worked very well for setting up my turntable. Easy to use and to read the scale.