The cartridge, SME head shell alignment I achieved through Yip at Best tractor. http://mintlp.com/. This dialed it in for me. After 60-70 hours, I only needed to change the VTA up a hair on the fly after the suspension settled in. Then it really locked in. Amazing combination. I am also using the Gold note PH-10 and its power supply, PS-10. Another jump over anything digital I have had including the new Lotus 5 Dac.