Mellotronists

In a message dated 24/08/2006 12:52:32 GMT Standard Time, kornowicz@...  
writes:

Questions: How does the azimuth go out of alignment? How often  
should the azimuth be realigned?



The truth is that a lot of headblocks were NEVER in alignment from the  off.  
Seems that the chap in charge adjusted for output but NOT for treble  and 
clarity.  We would suggest that most, if not all headblocks are  potentially 
disappointing and could do with aligning.  It is something that  can be done 
quickly and efficiently to improve almost all mellotrons.  Once  aligned, the heads 
should never need aligning again unless something  odd occurs that is 
unpredictable. 
 
Incidentally, when we azimuth align we also swop out any dodgy cables and  
coax plugs, any faulty heads and relap any with dropped gaps.  We also  demag as 
a matter of course.
 
Best,
 
Martin

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