How to boost the lifespan of your vintage record players
In this modern era, people are buying all the latest, new gadgets to stay on par with the uprising of technology. However, a few people are going back and using the vintage record players that make them reminisce their childhood days. Moreover, the music enthusiasts want to listen to the sound that is produced by the vintage record players to enjoy the timeless old music. However, with the demand of the users, the companies have started producing the record players alike to that of the old ones by adding a modern touch to them. The latest model record players now are able to play the vinyl records with high sound clarity and quality. In fact, this type of record player is quite expensive, so it is better to purchase the durable one that last for a long time despite of extreme wear. Moreover, boosting the life of the player will make you happy for the penny you invested in it. This goes even for the newer models of turntables that are coming out now.
Most importantly, it is best to replace the parts of the vintage record players, instead of shelling out money on the new ones. The players should be dusted regularly to improve its lifespan otherwise, the audio quality slid down gradually. Moreover, when you do not maintain the records properly, the player gets ruined completely. You need to cover them with a cloth or any other cover to protect it from scratches and other stubborn stains.
Clean the needle regularly: In the turntable, high quality sound is produced when the needle gets in contact with the grooves of the vinyl record. You need to clean the needle after usage to ensure that the sound quality is maintained uniform, especially the end of the needle. Generally, the dust and grime get accumulated in the tip of the needle, so when this happens the sound quality is reduced. Moreover, the damage of needle produces background noise and does not allow you to enjoy the music to the core. You can get a cleaner that is mainly prepared for cleaning the stylus. You can use that cleaner to clean the needle and maintain it in proper condition. Moreover, you can even use the soft brush to clean the dust on the needle without actually ruining the needle quickly. You need to clean the stylus gently and ensure that it is placed in the intended position.
Clean the tonearm: You can move the stylus back and forth flexibly. However, to move it easily without hassle, you need to keep the tonearm in proper condition, if not the tonearm does not allow you to move flexibly, thus resulting in breakage. Moreover, if the tonearm becomes firm, then the needle moves close to the vinyl record, thus resulting in forming of scratches on the vinyl surface. You need to use lubricants to keep the tone arm in a good condition and ensure flexible moment.
Ensure to fix the cartridge in an appropriate position: You need to keep the cartridge properly aligned in order to boost its life. In fact, the improperly aligned cartridge not only gives poor audio quality, but also ruins the entire record. You either need to check the user manual provided by the manufacture while aligning the cartridge or call the technician to fix it. Even the minuscule error damages your expensive and new record.
Meticulously clean the platter: You need to put check of cleaning your platter with a wet cloth, since this damage the record totally to irreparable extent. Most importantly, you need to ensure that your record is dry, when you are playing it.You need to clean the platter regularly using lubricants to boost the performance of the vintage record players.
