How to Play Vinyl Records Without Pops and Cracks

Most vinyl records are made with an inherent weakness in the middle of the record. If you’re not careful, when you play vinyl, it makes a pop or crackling sound. Whether you’re burning a single LP onto a CD or putting your next track on iTunes, your ears enjoy full sonic range. Causes for Pops … Read more

Cheap Ways to Play Vinyl Records On A Budget

One of the most affordable ways to enjoy vinyl records is by buying an inexpensive record player. However, while the price may be low, you don’t want your $50 record player to get damaged and ruin your vinyl collection. So it’s worth investing in a few essential pieces of equipment like a cleaning fluid and … Read more

How to Store Vinyl Records

A lot of people have a lot of record albums. Some would rather not store them in a pile on the floor, so they choose to put them away in a record storage. This article will show you how to properly store vinyl records so the albums are always within reach and don’t get damaged … Read more

Can I Connect Headphones Directly to My Turntable?

Many turntables have a headphone output that allows a DJ using the turntable to easily connect headphones with little hassle. But if you’re looking for something more portable, you can use adapters and make your own headphone cable with some basic tools. The following guide shows how to make a simple stereo headphone cable from … Read more

Is a Phono Stage the Same as a Preamp?

A phono stage is the input component of an audio preamplifier. A preamp relies on a phono stage to convert the incoming electrical signals to produce sound, which then passes through a power amplifier that produces the sound that can be heard by those listening. Preamplifiers are used in both professional and home audio setups … Read more