REVIEWS OF STRINGWAY STRINGING MACHINES: The following discussions can be found in internet about Stringway: These discussions deal with our machines: http://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/showthread.php?t=306401 http://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/showthread.php?t=215185&page=3 http://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/showthread.php?t=274280 http://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/showthread.php?t=215185 http://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/showthread.php?t=213946 http://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/showthread.php?t=275821These links show discussions deal with our clamps and cross stringers: http://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/showthread.php?t=146036 http://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/showthread.php?t=296347 http://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/showthread.php?t=230562 http://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/showthread.php?t=294844 http://tt.tennis-warehouse.com/showthread.php?t=6787
LASERFIBRE MS200TT = STRINGWAY ML100 / 90 diredesire Yep, there is a slight amount of drawback, I think this would be eliminated if the clamp jaw/heads were machined, they look to be cast or something similar. The way they fit onto the base shaft is fairly loose for something that expensive. This is not to say the clamps are not good, IMO they are of excellent quality, but the drawback is noticeable. I don't mind much, though, since as has been said, the drawback is pulled out in the next pull. The only time this will matter is on the last string before tie off. As far as price, i think anything around $700 is an excellent price. The constant pull (and the consistency of the said constant pull) is simply amazing. It's hard to really understand what one means by it until you've strung with one. I just have the utmost confidence in my machine. One major gripe (ok, two) i have is/are: Lack of 360 degree rotation (I miss it really, really bad). There have been people who modify their machines to "enable" 360 degree rotation, but i think you have to store the tensioner down, in which case you lose the convenience of the clam shell jaw. The other gripe i have is that there is no turn table brake. This seems like it would be easy to implement, but sadly enough, there is none. This is almost a requirement to string O3 style racquets... (I don't like the boomerang tool). Hope this helps. Laserfibre MS200TT DA Professional Michael Chaho, however, prefers the MS200DX in this prince point he said because he thinks the mounting system is better for the frame albeit a bit slower (I agree, though 6 pt. is perfectly fine too) and also most imporantly because he likes the feeling of total control he has over the tensioning on the DX, I'm guessing because the pedal is pressure sensititve, whereas with an electronic machine the instant you tape that pedal or that button, that's it, you no longer have any control over the string or the sensation of tensioning. I think the DX would be great for when those grommets pop out on the last main strings or when securing the starting knot on the first cross string. All in all, I would seriously consider the DX over the electronic options in this range, simply because once you become a believer in the Laserbire mounting system, it's hard to give it up. Also, because I like that it doesn't requie electricity and has a clean, uncluttered look in the room, and the pressure-sensitive foot pedal. I also love the clamshell gripper design, never any worries about slipping and it's so gentle on every kind of string. What I don't like about the DX is that it has no option for machine pre-stretch and that angle/height at which the string is pulled varies a little each time as the "sensory jaw" adusts to the slack in the string. I don't know how much of a difference this will make coming out of the grommet, but my sense is that it would make a slight difference. The height at which the string is pulled with the sensory jaw can very as much as an inch or so from what I recall the last time I checked. BTW, if I were a shop; I'd lean toward electronic just in case someone requests machine prestretch and because people tend to be impressed by anything that is digital, beeps, and talks smart like Kit the computerized car with feelings.
SocalTennis UHS For hassle free, safe, constitent stringing for years to come, I cant imagine how the MS200 could disappoint you. I have the MS200TT DA - and my friend has the MS200DX SA. They have the same mounting system and clamp options. The only real difference is the tensioning mechanism. Word on the street is that the foot actuated system is somewhat faster than the drop weight. I would personnally not spring (no pun intended) for the extra cash required to own the DX over the TT. If I were spending $1500 on a stringing machine though - the DX would be at the top of my list. Ten year warranty, totally safe mounting system (albeit probably not as quick as a NEOS), great clamps, and an always reliable tensioning system (with hands free tensioning on the DX). All that adds up to very consistent results - and that is what stringing is all about. A while back - somebody posted a total dislike of the machine - in favor of a NEOS, if I recall correctly. I cant remember his name. When he did, I asked my friend with the DX if he would prefer the NEOS over his DX (he has stung on both) and he looked at me as if I were nuts. If you have any questions on your MS200DX please post a message and I'll be happy to answer. You could also call Tim Sullivan at Laserfibre. Tim is an A+ rep who is always more than happy to chat. 1)Simply the fastest machine I ever worked on (I own a Sensor). Would prefer single action clamps to dual action...they are faster. Despite some of the criticisms people have had on their service, My dealings with Tim over the years have been beyond reproach... Mark 1)Simply the fastest machine I ever worked on (I own a Sensor). Would prefer single action clamps to dual action...they are faster. Despite some of the criticisms people have had on their service, My dealings with Tim over the years have been beyond reproach... Mark Thanks for sharing your experience/feedback Mark. Compared to the Sensor, what's the big difference(negativeness) about the DX? Have you had the chance to try the DA clamps? I've read on this thread that SA has drawbacks but is it not true? Can you also tell me more about the Direct Mount...how is it different from other mounts? Lastly, are there a big difference in the string job done with your Sensor and MS200DX? Thanks! I have two LF machines (MS200TT and MS200Tour Pro (DX predecessor). One has DA (TT) - one has SA (Tour Pro). I would spend the extra money on the SA. The amount of drawback is indistinguishable on my two machines. The SA clamps might be the coolest clamps ever. But then again - they might not be. How would I know?
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