Are you a hardcore fan of The Mars Volta, even more excited to purchase some of their vinyl after they’re back from hiatus? Well, nothing can do the rock band’s powerful music justice more than playing their albums on your trustworthy turntable. But, the thing is, their vinyl is very pricey! Why is Mars Volta … Read more
If you have a vinyl record collection that you’re very proud of and attached to, you probably want to protect it from any potential damage. Still, as unfortunate as it may seem, we can’t always control the temperature. This may have got you asking: do vinyl records warp in heat? Is it possible to correct … Read more
Did you know that turntables used to rotate at 78 rpm back in the ‘20s? Now, the standard speed took a hit down to 33 1/3 rpm and 45 rpm—mainly because of the new audio recording methods that made it possible. But why is your turntable playing too slow? If your turntable is playing slower … Read more
Believe it or not, turntables have more film cameos than most of the devices we use every day. The platter is a crucial component of your turntable, but you might consider replacing it with a better one to enhance your audio experience. You can also remove the turntable platter to fix the motor of a … Read more
Fun Fact: Bluetooth is actually named after a Danish king. Another Fun Fact: With a Bluetooth-connected vinyl record player, you can be the king of music as you listen to high-quality audio from your smartphone, speakers, or headphones. Vinyl record players are all about creating that vintage audio experience while you’re listening to your favorite … Read more
If you’re in the market for a new turntable, you’ve come to the right place. Making the correct decision can be sort of complicated. You spend hours scouring the internet for reviews to help inform your decision. We all look for the device with all the best features at the lowest cost. So, when comparing … Read more
Ortofon is one of the biggest turntable cartridge manufacturers in the world. The Danish company has been in the market for over 100 years, innovating and producing new models ever since! While Ortofon makes a wide variety of cartridges, two of the most popular options out there are 2M Bronze and the 2M Blue, so … Read more
It’s funny how a small tool like the record player’s needle can have such a significant impact on your audio experience. As a matter of fact, without a functional needle on your record player, you won’t be able to listen to music from your vinyl records. Yet, eventually, you’ll have to replace the needle on … Read more
As an avid collector of vinyl records, I know the heartbreak of having a beloved member of my record collection get damaged. I can never bring myself to throw them out, and I’m always left wondering what to do with damaged vinyl records. The first thing you need to think of when a vinyl record … Read more
If you’re new to the phono hobby, your first instinct is to look into the mid-range cartridges. That’s a good place to start as you’re still exploring before diving into the higher-end carts. This probably explains why you’re having the Grado Black 3 vs. Ortofon 2M Red dilemma. These two are satisfactory entry-level cartridges, or … Read more