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
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
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
It’s a Saturday morning. You went downstairs to play some good old record of yours. Then you hear a humming sound as you place the needle on the vinyl disc. You see, there’s nothing more annoying for audiophiles like us than hearing our turntables hum while listening to our favorite records. Like a pesky mosquito … Read more
When I started to listen to my favorite songs on vinyl just to see what it was like, I didn’t know that the switch from digital platforms would be permanent. Over time, I realized that nothing was quite like the sound quality I experienced with vinyl records. However, I started noticing that my turntable’s volume … Read more
An audiophile friend of yours comes over and you decide to play some records. “Are you using a moving magnet cartridge?” he asks. You nod your head in response. “You’re better off using a moving coil, trust me.” After that friend leaves, you’re now wondering, “Are moving coil cartridges better?” Well, in most cases, they … Read more
To many audiophiles, vinyl records are the only way to listen to music. Being 100% analog, there’s no tone loss due to compressing the music files. That’s why vinyl offers such a superior sound quality, much like being at a live performance. This, along with various other reasons, makes turntables a worthy investment for vinyl … Read more