If you’ve ever found yourself frustrated with the sound of your vinyl record player, we’re here to help.
You might think that you’re just unlucky and that all your records are going to sound bad, but that’s not the case! There are several reasons why your records might not be sounding as crisp and clear as they should.
Here are five common reasons why your vinyl record player sounds bad, weird, or distorted:
Here are five common causes of these issues:
The needle is dirty:
Your needle should be cleaned after every use of your record player. To clean it, simply wipe the needle with a lint-free cloth and then wipe it again with a damp cloth. If you don’t clean your needle regularly, it could cause damage to your records and sound quality.
Bad needle alignment:
If the needle isn’t aligned properly, then it won’t track evenly across the record and will cause distortion in the sound output. To fix this problem, simply remove your needle and align it horizontally so that it’s parallel with the grooves in your record (not perpendicular). You can also adjust its position vertically so that it sits perfectly at an angle without wobbling too much when you put it back in place.
The stylus needs replacing:
If you have been using your record player for a long time and notice that the sound quality has been deteriorating over time, then it’s probably time for you to replace the stylus on your turntable. You should replace this part at least once every year if you use your record player regularly (or more often if you use it frequently).
The turntable is damaged:
If there is any damage on the turntable itself—scratches, nicks, etc.—it could be causing problems with your listening experience as well. Make sure to check for any damage before playing a record on your turntable!
You’re using the wrong vinyl record cleaner:
Cleaning your records is an art form, and it’s important to clean them properly. You don’t want to use just any old dish soap or Windex on your records! That can leave residue behind that’ll get in the grooves of your record, which will make your sound quality go down the drain. Instead, use a specialized vinyl record cleaner to make sure that you get off all of that nasty dust and grime so that your record can spin smoothly and sound great.
CHISTO has a wide range of vinyl record cleaners that are perfect for both professional and casual collectors. Don’t wait until it’s too late—get your vinyl disk cleaner today!
