Five Smart Ways to Take Care of Your Record Player

You probably think that purchasing a record player is the best thing you did in your life, and now you are thinking about how to keep your collection in good condition. 

This piece of equipment adds so much vintage and cozy vibe to your home and even your music life. However, keeping it classy in looks and tune, you have to know keen techniques to take care of it. Lucky you, for we have gathered five ways to take care of your record player.

Perfect Placement In Your Home

To keep your record player in quality sound, place it in a good spot in your chosen room. Let it sit in a well-ventilated area, away from direct heat or sunlight. If your records are in the wrong spot, it can lead to damaging effects. 

Those who own an ever-growing vinyl collection and an expensive turntable should consider investing in a temperature-controlled attic or storage unit. Moreover, for your recordings, set them upright to avoid damage from piling them up.

The Right Way Of Cleaning

Constant cleaning prolongs the life of your albums and music equipment. However, if you are unsure of the proper way to clean it, you might ruin your precious turntable.

There is a record player cleaning kit that you can buy online. You may also purchase a specialized stylus brush and liquid. Having the right cleaners would kip the needle in tip-top shape. It’s also important to gently brush your discs before and after using them to prevent dirt from getting to your stylus.

Record Player Checkup

A record player also needs frequent checkups and fine-tuning. Paying attention to its audio quality is how you check them; if you think that there is something wrong with your collection, then there probably is, by that, look at the possible problem your record might have. Play some music, and if it continues having poor quality sound, your record player is damaged. Now, find out if the damage is in the stylus; if your stylus is out of place and you do not know how to do it, look into getting your record player repaired professionally.

A Good Stylus Replacement

The best sound of your records comes down to the parts and every component of your record player. Check the tip of your stylus for accumulated dirt or damages. If you notice tiny signs of deformity, it only means that you need to replace the needle before it wreaks havoc.

There are many good replacement styli in the market. You might want to check the materials used for the tip: sapphire, ruby, ceramic, or diamond. Only buy from official dealers and stay away from crowded marketplaces with fake profiles. Some reliable stylus brands include Audio Technica, Jico, Shure, Ortofon, Mark II, Philips, and Stanton.

Fixing Issues Quick

One of the common problems in having a record player is when it won’t spin. You do not have to panic. It’s either you call a tech support, ask the warranty provider, or check for fixes in YouTube.

A record player might encounter minor mechanical faults and knowing how to fix them is all part of being a turntable owner. A possible fix would involve returning the tonearm to the reset position. Still, it’s best to have an expert to troubleshoot the issue, especially if you are too inexperience with record players. 

Fawad Malik

Fawad Malik Technology geek by heart, blogger by passion, and founder of nogentech.org, He regularly explores ideas and ways how advanced technology helps individuals, brands and businesses survive and thrive in this competitive landscape. He tends to share the latest tech news, trends, and updates with the community built around Nogentech.

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