The global turntable market size has increased exponentially in the past few decades. In 2020, the retail sales value of turntables reached a jaw-dropping $361.6 million—and is expected to reach over $500 million in 2028. Music lovers far and wide were charmed by its unique analog experience and nostalgic sound, which contributed to its booming … Read more
Discovering that your vinyl records are warped can be heartbreaking, especially if they’re related to fond memories. However, noticing warps on records doesn’t necessarily mean they’re damaged. Despite being warped, your vinyl may play smoothly if it’s not severely distorted. So, you need to know how warped is too warped vinyl. In this post, we’ll … Read more
As avid audiophiles, we’re all constantly looking for ways to improve our turntable’s sound. That’s why many people opt for better tonearms and cartridges. However, grounding your device can also be an effective way of boosting the audio. So, why does a turntable need to be grounded? When you don’t discharge excess current, the turntable … Read more
Collecting vinyl records is an exciting journey that every audiophile must try. Unlike downloadable music, which is so popular nowadays, owning various records that you can touch, listen to, and even smell offers a totally different experience. While digital music is free from physical damage, vinyl has a wear-and-tear period. Simply put, the number of … Read more
Just as high-waist, wide-bottom jeans and crop tops have come back from the dead, vinyl records have been resurrected, too! Yes, you heard it right—vinyl records are coming back! They were all the rage in the ‘70s but were dethroned by updated formats like the compact disc (CD) in the ‘90s. This caused a decline … Read more
When I started into the world of vinyl and turntables, I learned a little bit about maintenance. However, a question kept popping into my head: “Should I Replace A Turntable Needle Or Cartridge?” I know now that I can do both for different purposes. This article provides an answer to that question, as well as … Read more
As we all know, taking care of your turntable can be a bit of a chore. There are many little grooves where dust can build up. That’s why most of us use turntable covers to protect our devices. However, after a while, you’ll notice the lid loses its shine and gets a few scrapes and … Read more
After a while of owning a Technics 1200 turntable, we can grow pretty attached to the device. We rely on its soothing tones to help us relax and enjoy music. However, over time, you may notice the audio quality decreasing. In that case, it may be time for a quick check-up and some dusting. So, … Read more
When you play a record, it’s not uncommon to hear a few pops and hisses every now and again. I mean, a little surface noise probably just means it’s time to give your vinyl a good old cleaning sesh, right? Well, not always! Sometimes, stylus debris may be the culprit. There are several methods and … Read more
Most stereo turntables are designed to play stereo records. But, can you play mono records on a stereo turntable? The quick answer is yes. You can also modify your stereo table by using special equipment like a mono cartridge to ensure high-quality audio. Mono records aren’t as widespread as stereo records today. While some people … Read more