Turntable Expertise for Every Listener, From Newcomer to Pro Whether you’re a long time audiophile, a newcomer to the world of vinyl, or something in between, nothing beats an expert guiding you...

Phono Preamp 101: What It Is & How to Choose One In the realm of high-end analog audio, the phono preamp, also known as a phono stage, is crucial, yet often overlooked. For audiophiles and vinyl...

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...

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,...

Your turntable stylus is the connection between your favorite records and your speakers. When you have the proper stylus, you're not only improving the fidelity of sound but also extending the...

Audiophiles have been debating digital versus analog audio for decades. Vinyl, with its tactile feel and warm sound, is a sensory experience. Meanwhile, digital formats (CD, SACD, FLAC, DSD, etc)...

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...

Installing a turntable is not merely plugging it in and putting on some vinyl; it's about care, precision, and balance. Whether new to vinyl listening or an experienced audiophile, using the proper...

Turntable Setup Guide: Tracking Force, Anti-Skate & More A well-calibrated turntable is the secret to experiencing your vinyl collection at its best. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned...

Your turntable's stylus, or needle, is one of the tiniest but most critical pieces of equipment in your entire record-playing system. It's solely entrusted with etching the grooves of your records...

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...

A clean stylus is the unsung star of your vinyl system. The greatest turntable and cartridge will fail if your stylus tip has dust or dirt caked on it. Not only will a dirty stylus warp your sound,...

On the vinyl playback front, your stylus (or needle) is where your music and equipment meet. It's the tool that tracks the grooves of your beloved records and translates that movement into rich,...

To enhance the sound of your turntable configuration, one of the most obvious but most efficient things to do is to clean your stylus. Understated as it may be, the stylus, more commonly referred to...

One of the most popular and widely-relied-upon lines of moving magnet cartridges among audiophiles is the Ortofon 2M Series. With models ranging from entry-level 2M Red to the reference-rated 2M...

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...

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’s...

Building a vinyl record collection is an exciting venture into the realm of analog sound, touchable art, and engaging listening. Whether it's your first turntable purchase or you're resurrecting...

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...

A turntable is more than an attempt to spin a record; it's a precision tool that is capable of extracting music from every groove. But even a top-of-the-line turntable won't play to its full...