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Record Cleaning Methods: An Overview Record cleaning methods fall into four categories, each suited to different levels of contamination and…
April 29, 2026
How Vinyl Records Degrade Over Time Vinyl records are remarkably durable when stored and handled correctly — a well-cared-for pressing…
April 29, 2026
Why Cartridge Alignment Matters Cartridge alignment is the process of positioning the stylus so it traces the record groove at…
April 29, 2026
What a Phono Preamp Does A phono preamp — also called a phono stage or phono amplifier — performs two…
April 29, 2026
How Belt Drive Turntables Work Belt drive turntables use an elastic rubber or silicone belt to transfer motor rotation to…
April 29, 2026
What Is a Record Player? A record player is a turntable-based audio device that reads the grooves of a vinyl…
April 29, 2026