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Originally Posted by Josep
Thanks. I do not put too much pressure with the brush so not sure this is the problem.
The thing is that i have been almost 10 years playing records and suddenly few months ago (in a matter of 2 months) all my records started to sound bad. I purchased then ultrasonic cleaner and Vaccuum machine. Did not fix it. I am thinking maybe the cartrige was not properly aligned.
I already tried other cartridges. The problem is already coming from the records.
When trying new records, they sound ok.
I somehow have damaged this year many records.
What a hobby... my most beloved thing in the world is the one giving me more nigthmares.
I am about to move to digital if i dont fix this soon  |
What table, arm and cartridge are you using?
Think back a 2-3 months ago. Did anything change with your vinyl setup? If, as you say, this happened suddently, there is a cause.
Cartridges and stylus shapes make a significant difference in how well a record plays.
- How old is your cartridge? Styli and cantilevers do wear out.
- Do you check the stylus tip with a 10X loupe for dust, build-up and damage?
- When was the last time you cleaned your stylus?
What do you do to align your cartridge? Setup can have a real impact. Poor alignment will damage the groove.
Check all your cable connections. Improperly set, loose or dirty cable connectors can sometimes sound like a scratchy record.
Take some records to a friends house or audio dealer and play them on a different table with a different cartridge. Do you hear anything different?