The stylus, or what is commonly called the needle, is a vital component of any turntable. It’s the connective tissue between the record player and the actual record. Without it, a turntable is just a ...
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Q: I have an Audio-Technica AT-LP120-USB turntable and want to upgrade the cartridge. I am considering an Audio-Technica AT440ML for $168 or one of two models from Nagaoka, the Nagaoka MP-110 for $99 ...
Turntable novice here with a Denon DP-29F purchased at XMas. I've used it rather heavily and now whenever I play a record, it appears to skip all the time. It basically jumps all the way to the end of ...
Vinyl sales are on the rise, and whether you’re just getting started or looking to replace an older turntable, there are ...
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How to Set Up a Turntable

Many turntables, including mine, come with an alignment protractor, also called an alignment gauge. As you can see in the photo below, the protractor is a rectangular strip—often made of cardboard or ...