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 ...
Q: I am looking to replace my 30-year-old Bang & Olufsen RX-2 turntable because its MMC3 cartridge is fading out. My preamp has a phono input, so I do not need an integrated phono preamp, though I ...
Name drop a Pro-Ject turntable to a music-loving mate, and you’ll no doubt receive an appreciative nod. And with good reason ...
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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 ...