To anyone new to the world of audiophile listening, high-end audio gear can seem kind of, well, intimidating, but it doesn't have to be. Each of them agrees that getting the most out of their recordi ...

In regard to turntable sound, your stylus is the key component in dictating how your music sounds. In considering upgrades to your cartridge, you're gonna find two common stylus profiles: elliptical ...

This is a Knowledge Base archive for Elusive Disc  Ortofon 2M Blue Cartridge: Upgrade to Exceptional Vinyl Sound Ortofon 2M Series Cartridge Comparison: Find the Right Match for Your Turntab ...

Pro-Ject Turntables: Elegant Simplicity Meets Engaging Sound Pro-Ject turntables have captured the hearts and ears of audiophiles and vinyl collectors alike for good reason. Their elegant, high-desi ...

As an introduction to vinyl, you've probably encountered the word phono preamp, also referred to as phono stage. Although it's natural to be concerned about the turntable and the speakers, the phono ...

What to Know Before You Buy a Phono Preamp If you’re just getting started with vinyl or have decided to enhance the sound of your analog setup, one of the most crucial components to understand ...

Audiophile-quality turntables are designed to peel out the highest-quality details from your album. To give them the full expression of their potential, you're going to want to have the proper access ...

It doesn't take a lot of money to start your vinyl life. By making the right decisions, it's possible to build a high-fidelity turntable system for less than $500, complete with a trusty cartridge, a ...

Your stylus, commonly called the needle, is one of your turntable's most sensitive parts. Your stylus's task is to convert your vinyl's physical grooves into sound. Dust, lint, and microscopic partic ...

Beginning your vinyl journey is an exciting way to start listening to music in its purest analog form. Although having a good turntable and cartridge is crucial, proper accessories are just as vital.

The Ortofon 2M Red is considered by many to be one of the finest entry-level phono cartridges currently available, and for all the best reasons. Boasting an excellent mix of performance, price point, ...

Your needle or stylus is one of your setup's most critical pieces. This is what actually comes into contact with your record's grooves, transferring minute vibrations into music that you can hear. Yo ...

Your stylus is the most sensitive and important component of your turntable system, tasked with reading the grooves of your records and translating them into rich analog sound. However good your styl ...

If your records no longer sound quite like they used to, are they a bit fuzzy on the highs, distorted, or skipping? Your turntable stylus could be the problem. Dust and grime accumulated on the stylu ...

Whether you've been an audiophile for years or you've just entered the world of vinyl, proper configuration is necessary to get high-fidelity analog sound. Two items that tend to be overlooked but pl ...

When you start hearing records become dull, distorted, or too loud, a faulty stylus could be the culprit. The stylus (needle) is the part of the equipment on your turntable setup that directly touche ...

In turntable set-up, even the slightest of details make a big difference in sound quality and the life of the cartridge. An often underestimated but crucial factor is tracking force. Your stylus will ...

For maintaining the sound quality of your vinyl, a little tool goes a long way: the Ortofon Stylus Brush. Specialized for the delicate task of safely and thoroughly cleaning your phono cartridge&rsqu ...

Your turntable stylus holds the key to great sound. However, the greatest cartridge will fall short even when dust and debris accumulate on the needle. That's when the Onzow Zerodust Stylus Cleaner e ...

Why VPI Turntables Continue to Be the Benchmark in Audiophile Enclaves VPI Industries is not just a turntable manufacturer—it's a legendary audio brand with a history of excellence dating back ...