Very Detailed Turntable Setup for Beginners

Turntable setup is important. With proper setup, your turntable will give you the best performance that it can.

[@dickchilton1598]

I have been an audio enthusiast for over fifty years, and this is the BEST instructional video for turntable set up I have ever seen. I am going to re set up my turntable again right now. God bless this man for caring about what he dose to benefit all of us. Thank you sir.

[@tekk9995]

Hear hear!!

[@rabarebra]

What has God got to do with it?

[@dickchilton1598]

@@rabarebra Hi there, just an expression of my appreciation, thats all. Hope I haven't offended you; certainly is not my intention. I also may have miss interpreted your comment, in that case LOL!😁 have a great day, stay healthy and happy.

[@engjds]

I want to know why these under-arm counterweights are supposed to be better by keeping the centre of mass below the arm? they are sold as 'upgrades' on ebay.

[@dickchilton1598]

@Cornelius Agrippa I am not sure what this "upgrade" is, so I am skeptical. I have had great results with turntables as they come from manufacture by just checking the alignment and tracking force, etc. In my opinion, I don't need to sink money into more upgrades when my system sings beautifully as it is.

[@Hassebas88]

,,Don't trust it, do it yourself.'' - Basically the best advise for life.

[@spurv]

Hassebas Dotcom Except for putting a man on the moon, maybe.

[@RURALELECTRICBAND]

Damn right

[@koszyk91]

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[@chrispelak9159]

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[@skunkdfishing]

Love this guy! KZbin has become so commercialized! This guy is just a Vinyl loving sensei who wants to share his love with the world. No hidden agendas! Keep it up man!

[@metalhed1977]

Just found him by accident but I’ve been watching his Homebrew videos for years!!

[@1000mg.]

Dude is way too excited about fucking up your record player.

[@cjonh808]

@@1000mg. ruh roh, did you make a mistake? Video was fine, and the guy didn't lay a finger on your record player.

[@Vidar.m]

Have learned a lot watching his videos

[@RUfromthe40s]

@@1000mg. ahahah!!!that´s the best coment on this section ,do you know he´s only 51,i´m 80 and i look younger

[@mikemmikem2758]

I've been an audiophile for over 60 years and this is the best instructional video on setting up a turntable I've ever seen. Great video. Thank you.

[@RUfromthe40s]

i think you must search for help in other place or you´ll never have your turntable correctelly set up,that´s why i never called my self a audiophile but a hi-fi enthusiast, audiophiles can be ....whatever, not good in the pictuire ,not having anything against you, we never met but some are really assholes soiled and everything"the SL-1200 never was ment to be a professional turntable but a audiophile turntable" as an example i only asked him "to whom are their good turntables?"than "check the technics 72 catalog" when audiophiles till 2010 said to be a working horse the SL-1200

[@msingh1932]

I have the highest respect for a man who advises me to crack open a beer before getting down to the tedious task of aligning a cartridge. Very informative video. Highly appreciated!

[@daveyboy8907]

Exactly,,,better grab 2..

[@bradley762mm]

That’s probably because he makes his own, that’s what all the stuff hanging in the background is for

[@BeersAndBeatsPDX]

I open a beer before doing anything with my turntables.

[@Finn-McCool]

A beer is better because you don't want doobie ashes on your Doobie Brothers LPs but you need to be calm and focused for the cartridge surgery. #trustaboomer #justkiddingimgenX #thosearentreal#s

[@wa2368]

If you opened beers, you might get confused somewhere during this process and stick the cartridge up your ass instead. So, just go with a heavy mug of coffee. Ya need to be alert and not be compromised on finger dexterity.

[@elvis316]

Great video. For the ADD impaired: Balance tonearm 5:50 Anti Skating 8:47 Align Cartridge explanation starts 12:05 Align Cartridge protractor template 16:17 Align Cartridge shows aligned cartridge 18:01 Step by step aligning 19:20 Possibly camera trickery ;) 22:27

[@Levi.Silver]

Thanks for Q ING up 4 us👍

[@scottwarwick7514]

Bless you

[@AdnanANasir]

Many thanks making this excellent video more convenient.,

[@jamesmartin-by9xh]

Funny,but i just learnded alot...lol.

[@austins.2495]

@@sharniff5892 yes, young people these days are spoiled and aren't disciplined enough to sit still and watch a video through fully. A pathetic and weak generation, indeed.

[@b00gnish]

Thank you for taking the time to teach the intricacies of turntable cartridge alignment and tonearm setup in such great detail. Your patience and expertise made the learning process not only enlightening but truly enjoyable. There is no better video on the subject than this one.

[@carelldoerrbecker3181]

Like many here, I had to retire to find the time to set up my record player properly. I gave my 1000 record collection to my daughter years ago and bought her a cheap turntable combo to play them on. It was great as she started listening and loving the same vinyl music I did decades earlier. Then I started listening to them and the sound blew me away -even on the cheap thing I bought for her. Years later here I am, browsing 2nd hand shops for records and playing them on a vintage LXI direct drive turntable I just upgraded the cartridge on, slowly building another collection (no, I never asked for them back), finally setting it up properly. Thx for your clear direction on this. It was a big help.

[@krehbein]

Did you buy a decent amp and speakers? Albums are spendy, I wouldn’t know which to buy first. Want to pick out ones you won’t grow tired of.

[@mustard_mage7011]

the best part about vinyl is the extreme inconvenience

[@BSunE]

Inconvenient, and expensive?? I'm in

[@jesusortiz5296]

Its sounds good doe

[@SuperPussyFinger]

Don’t forget about the unnecessary expense, the shitty sound quality, and the carcinogenic toxicity of polyvinyl chloride. Other than that, it’s the future of music.

[@321reh]

Sometimes We have to stay with Technology That Works For Us Even If It"s From the 19th Century!!!! The Record Has The best Sound Quality Around,,100% of the Music is Transfered Into The grooves with no analog to digital or digital to analog conversion (which can affect Audio Quality)

[@skip728]

And the missus telling you to get that stupid "record player" out of her living room.

[@johnnyjazzy7]

the bob ross of turntable tutorials.

[@agentmace]

God Bless

[@Projacked1]

lol

[@MorbidVizions]

It's a happy little turntable...

[@dj2dope820]

Oh yes sir he is!

[@GjerrusAllMighty]

real talk.. He is the man!

[@lvbeezy7861]

Thank you so much for making this video. You are an amazing instructor when it comes to learning about Turntables. My Dad recently passed and left me about 400 vinyl from 1962-1986. Liquid gold.

[@vacuumelite2065]

You are blessed. Many hours of memories and love await you. I have a similar journey to embark with several boxes of 1935 to 1950 Jazz and Classical from my Dad. 😊♥️

[@MichaelSamuelson99]

Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video. I just bought my first turntable. I bought a Fluance RT85. I had to make changes to everything just a bit in most cases, but the first record I put on had wonderful imaging and sound without a hint of distortion. I was able to follow your guide easily and accurately. Thank you for helping take the fear out of setting up my first turntable! It was fun and sounds AMAZING!

[@leeriley66]

"If it's not the right size, it ain't going to work". My wife says that all the time. Didn't need to hear that again. Damn....such is life.

[@grizzlyaddams3606]

That's what friends are for!0)

[@ChipWilcox]

This is one of the most complete and helpful tutorials I have found on this topic. I have been listening to vinyl for 40+ years and this is the first time I have actually seen something that explains all these things in plain English. I love the fact that you’re doing this in the corner of your workshop dedicated to brewing beer. These are all signs of a true renaissance man in this day and age. Thanks for making my life 2% happier!

[@danielbustillos1646]

Same here!

[@vabeju]

Same here too!

[@Trpmanne]

Just getting into it currently, so much to learn

[@erikmolnar6585]

20 minutes ago: "This guy is nuts, thats rediculouse! My record player is just fine!!!" 5 minutes in: going into my garage to get the torpedo level...

[@sunilkolte]

I have been an audiophille for a good time now. This guy explains it all so well and with so much honesty and passion. This is indeed the best instructional videos I have ever seen. There is so much to learn from you. Patience and focus is key. Thanks man. Keep up the good work. Cheers !

[@ChristiernAlbertson]

I happen to have the very same turntable, so that helps a lot, but I have to say that your video is the best I have seen. At 86, I am retired from the record business as a producer (Riverside, Columbia, Prestige) but I wish I had known what you teach with such clarity. Better late than never! Thank you, I will subscribe.

[@freeburn2010]

Oh my gosh! I am familiar with your work! It is incredible how small the internet makes the world. Your contributions to jazz music are appreciated. I am so glad that I came across you here!

[@nickakdag]

Wow! Can you tell me a little about my favorite musician, Cannonball Adderley?

[@ceejaydeesoozaa]

wow.. greatly appreciate your work. thank you sir. love riverside recordings esp those from c adderley

[@latenitebeats]

Nice! Riverside! I can only imagine what it was like working with Bill Evans

[@thunderbolts2438]

very nice Chris those are fantastic record labels 🤚😉

[@to2055]

You have such a calm and sympathetic way of explaining those things. Very helpfull video! Thanks a lot.

[@notvalidcharacters]

Must be because he's Canadian (I can hear it).

[@savourervie2705]

Thanks so much for this; it is super helpful! I grew up with vinyl, but went the route of CD when it came out, and now digital, but to my ears, nothing beats the warmth and beauty of a record on a good system.

[@energ8t]

This helped me a lot more than I thought. I neglected my tonearm for so long between moves and this put me back to perfect playing.

[@WilliamPompilii]

Thank you for the detail on aligning the cartridge. That helps tremendously. Cheers!

[@Harpdashian]

Alan Partridge’s older brother, Align Cartridge

[@WorldofOSTs]

Ahaaaaaaa

[@blakeybone2567]

that is awesome

[@MARTIN201199]

His sister is Beer Package

[@sNovaka]

marvelous man I'm crying

[@bartrammeloo5046]

I laughed indecently loud. No worries, I blamed you ;-)

[@badmattam]

I'm looking at returning to vinyl. So, busy looking at turntables and what's involved plus trying to educate myself on setting one up. THIS is exactly what the doctor ordered...clear, concise and informative. Thank you!

[@ed4310]

I’ve watched several videos on aligning the cartridge. You do the best job of explaining how to do it. Thanks.

[@RonsonDalby]

One of the best TT videos I've seen since coming back to records recently after decades away. Thank you. :)

[@michelemealy4698]

Wow, that was a learning...I'm 54 years old, so grew up with record players, but have never had anyone explain all these things in such depth...thank you! I have subscribed!

[@robertzeurunkl8401]

Heh. I just posted almost the exact same comment.

[@johnmilner7603]

I'm 65 and back in the good ol days, we didn't know about the protractor. Going to have to check my Technics TT.

[@senorxrey6429]

these are called TURNTABLES, you dingbat! Did you not pay attention in his class???

[@pashmee]

I called - and still call - them record players. They play records! 👍😅

[@krehbein]

And all the record players I remember from the 80s were pretty crappy, no fine tuning on them.

[@aeciouehara]

Hi, this is truly the best video I've ever seen to explain the turntable adjustments, from its importance to finally how to do it. I really thank you for taking the time and effort to bring such high-quality information to all people across the internet. Pretty straightforward and carefully bringing our attention to what matters the most. Awesome work in here, I'll surely check the other videos later on.

[@pabloalrc907]

Just adquired an AT-LP5X, finally I could manage to set up my tonearm, thank you so much

[@rado3714]

This is still teaching folks like me how to do it. Thank you! Went through several videos and the instructions that came with my table without having an explanation that made any sense as to how to set the tracking force on the tonearm.

[@mylesmilliman6166]

Well done. I've been looking for this information for a couple of months. This is the first tutorial I've found that helped me say "Oh, hey, I can do that right now!" A clear, well presented walk-through that didn't make me feel like I needed to get a Bachelor's in engineering first to set up my turntable rig and gave me confidence that it was technical and important, but that it wasn't rocket science either. Now I think that I've got it dialed in and can feel more confident about playing and ripping my records. Thanks!

[@jsengupt]

This is by far one of the best instructional videos on turntable setup I have come across. I am a beginner in vinyl and was really worried about all the setup. This person really breaks it down in very easy steps. I wish all the best for you and your vinyl love!

[@rjn1124]

I'm finally getting around to setting this turntable up, which I acquired a few years ago. This is one of the best instructional videos on KZbin. It's clear, precise, well shot...no superfluous nonsense, no insipid background music, but everything you need to know to set this up properly. Thanks so much.

[@RonsonDalby]

Just used the same protractor and my Audio Technica LP120 is aligned straight out of the box. Someone in the factory must have been having a good day.

[@davidpaul4484]

usually when i need a new cartridge,i buy it already all hooked up on the Headshell,and that is the first thing i check,out of the box.and YES.its usually perfecto

[@davidignatiusbalestreri1737]

Assembly work is usually shabby on Monday's and Friday's. Yours may have been assembled on a Wednesday. Lucky you.

[@RUfromthe40s]

@@davidpaul4484 normally they never tune it to perfection but it´s an easy fix with those cards from ortofon they can be tuned to perfection

[@SeansYTEntertainment]

I'm aghast at how badly I now realize my setup is. Thank you for this detailed enlightenment! My go-to video for future setups.

[@yourdiytechlife]

outstanding, I haven't owned a turntable in 35 years so this is exactly what I needed. Thanks!

[@clee6746]

Thanks for keeping a great hobby of the previous generation alive. I no longer own a turntable but I do miss the ones I had.

[@hortondlfn1994]

This is amazing. I cannot get over how you made EVERYTHING so understandable to someone like I - the type who barely knows how to turn the darn thing on. Great tutorial!

[@kylel5010]

THANKYOU! I was just about to give up and go to a shop for the adjustments, this is the best set up video I have seen yet!

[@do5516]

This is unbelievably phenomenal. Now I need this for my DUAL CS 508, BUT, I am sending the link to a few folk who probably have no interest in doing this and may not even have a turntable for all I know. I know they will enjoy your presentation so much. Your presentation is so clear, presented with so much care that every detail is digestible and with respect and affection for your audience. You care that anyone viewing this will fully understand every nuance of the job. I wish everyone I was trying to learn something from had been as clear, concise and careful when they were passing info to me. I am a 74 year old with lifelong ADD. You made it not only easy to understand but I know, with your gracious help, I will actually enjoy the job. Thank you sir!

[@krismusic20]

Outstanding. What a nice guy. I've never set a turntable up and it seemed like a dark art. Having seen this very clear tutorial, I'm pretty confident I can do this! Thanks a million.

[@kennethaskildsen2779]

This reminds me of the Joe Walsh video for setting up a Les Paul guitar. It’s so generous to take the time to teach those who want and need to learn this stuff. It’s generational too!

[@CROSSF1RE954]

I finally decided to start my own vinyl collection. Im buying my first turntable this week and also picking up a few albums. Great video, very helpful.

[@rolandpm08]

This a masterclass of how to set up your turntable. I got a new turntable and I was thinking that the set up of it was easy. Thanks for taking the time to explain all in detail!

[@brit-in-czech]

Greetings from the Czech Republic. Just bought my first turntable - a vintage Philips - in 17 years. This video of yours is the simplest - and therefore the most helpful - instructions I have found on how I must set up my machine. Thank you. Subscribed.

[@eduardosalgado9423]

I have just bought a AT LP120 and I found this video really helpful, thanks for posted it, I will follow this process in order to get the best sound from my turntable!!

[@debbieingersol6924]

Thank you! I’ve had my turntable for a year and half and my new Edifier speakers my husband gave me as a gift as I have a novice interest in Vinyl again. Back to my music roots. I have not been able to enjoy any of my vinyl until I followed each of your steps in this video! This happens to be the turntable I have; a HUGE thank you!!! 🎼💜💙🥰

[@Ssspaceform]

This is the best tutorial of its kind on KZbin, hands down

[@linktothelight]

I thought I had my balance right but then bought one of those little scales on amazon. It helped! Got rid of my distortion and now it's not pressing down as much. Thank you sir!

[@damienokeeffe5592]

Great video and really helpful advice too. Got myself an AT-LP5x recently and thought it was set up okay. Then I watched this video and, within minutes, had learned so much. Made a few adjustments, checked the level on the surface, and now the whole set up plays better and sounds great. Thank you! I hope you are keeping safe and well. D

[@djbeatmarshall]

I’m pretty naive to the vinyl world and I’m glad to find a legend like you. Absolute information. Detailed and crisp. Thank you so much. 😊

[@srmitch9260]

Absolutely fantastic and helpful video. Can’t appreciate it enough. Very clear and concise, calmly spoken but also with enough detail to make things make sense. Thank you! Subbed

[@tannergroehler8625]

Thank you for this. I've been collecting vinyl for years but only recently invested in higher quality table & amp. You explained this so clearly and with no pretense which I really appreciate. Thanks for sharing your knowledge!

[@kayapo71]

I just moved my turntables to another room and came back after years to calibrate my cartridges again :) thank you for being on youtube all this years my friend. Cheers

[@Vexation4632]

Hey, my 'workshop' shares space with my brewery, too! Audio and beer. Great combo!

[@kurtfromMichigan]

thank you sir. I'm newish to vinyl( born in 1980) I have an old technics turntable that I used quite a bit back in the early 00's. it's been in its box for about 15 years and I just brought it back to life today. I never checked for any of these things( I didn't know I had to) I cant wait to tune everything in and see the difference. thanks again my man

[@ratcliffek]

This is fantastic, you’ve got a great knack for teaching. Thank you so much. Just getting back into the vinyl hobby for the first time since I was a teenager, and quickly realizing that there is so much I don’t know. Best 25-minute investment I could’ve possibly made. Can’t wait to check out your other videos. Instant subscriber

[@DarbyDorrell]

Craig - i've been waiting for you to do this video since your 1st vinyl tv video. YOU DIDN'T DISAPPOINT!!! thank you so much. this was a big help.

[@muthuvelayuthamvelayutham5159]

I was never introduced to such a high-precision setting up of the Record player. Thanks Sir.

[@dudleyrathborne9849]

My one and only turntable is a Technics SL - 1400 bought in 1975 . It's still kicking . But even after all these years I have learned from you how to squeeze out just a little better performance . Thank you .

[@davenorris4914]

Thank you so much for that! I'm installing a new cartridge tomorrow and have never done an alignment. I'm going in feeling pretty confident now!

[@JCSistemas_IT]

The best technician I've found on web and the best tutorial. For a beginner like me it was top top. Thank You a Lot.

[@dawidkowalczyk4923]

Best 25 minutes I spend on KZbin for whole life 😊 thanks mate for your help

[@Haze763]

I just got my first turntable in about 30 years. Lol. Bought the AT LP3. I subscribed to your channel and so glad I did. You're helping me out tremendously!! Thank you. Hope you're still making helpful videos.

[@jamesbaker4178]

Really helpful, 62 years old and now have a turntable that needs setting up - not like the old philips thing I had as a kid that I had to run through an old wooden radio to get any sound. Thank you for your great explanation.

[@djwaynelive]

Excellent tutorial. Best I've found to date on KZbin. Well, it'll remain the best because there's no need to look elsewhere now. I've DJ'ed (80's - to early noughties) and had a couple of SL1210 MK2's and my set up throughout the decades was a best guess. Info like this just wasn't readily available back in the day. I since sold my decks (5 - 6 years ago) but because I still have a shed load of vinyl I want to sell on, I need to invest in a sturdy, quality piece of kit in order to test my records before I flog them. I came here for reviews and stumbled across this video and have got to say, that even with my own 30+ years of vinyl/audio experience, this is the best piece of audiophile education I've ever received. You have a talent for this kind of thing, Sir. Thank you!

[@latenitebeats]

Wayne Cole are you selling any records from your collection?

[@Prestoux]

I'm in a similar situation and couldn't find the coin for a new pair of Technics, they're pricey. I did research and settled on a pair of Pioneer PLX 1000s with the Ortophon Club mkIIs and I'm beyond happy with my purchase. Ive dusted off all my old vinyl and my collection is growing every week. Good luck my friend 👊🏻

[@tiagofigueira4525]

You are a really great teacher. I love Vynil Records but I never knew the turntable could be such an intricate instrument. Thank you so much

[@bradgrier]

Awesome video! I've just unpacked my turntable that's been boxed up for the last 30 years. Looking forward to going over it and resetting it as you've described -- very well! Thanks!!

[@radiognome420]

this video is awesome. I literally set up my finicky vintage Akai table in minutes after watching. Thanks man!

[@Jayinhk1972]

I got about half way through the video and I thought...WOW! This guy makes sense! I understand your explanations and logic. You present it in a very trusting way to. I immediately subscribed to your channel and I have never subscribed to a channel before. I look forward to watching more of your videos.

[@shelleylyme6402]

Very instructive and helpful. You have a terrific presenting style, relaxed and laid back but always focused and articulate. Thank you. 🤗

[@vagrantsneaker6514]

Thank you for this. I just bought the 1200GR in black a few hours. I was finally able to find stock. As this is my first Turntable, a video like this will be crucial for me.

[@passitto86]

This is absolutely the most clear and step-by-step instructions on a turn table I found. Even a dummy like me can have my records sounding great and running properly. Thanks

[@pajodato5339]

Thanks dude! I followed your recommendations, printed the rulers on an A4 page, and I got the pain in the ass. My cartridge was never aligned, and was WAY off, even skew to the outside. It took me like an hour and a half to align it, specially the inner section, but I made the cartridge rock-steady once it was. Not a thing I would want to do every day, but It took off. At first I got a nicer warmy and detailed sound from my usual records. But incredibly I was blown away by this Carly Rae Jepsen vinyl from my daughter collection. Not my cup of tea but the calibration made it. I was on another insane sonic level. My Technica got revamped!.

[@mrcolemr]

It's Amazing how much of a difference it makes when your tables are calibrated properly. You Sir are a gentleman and a scholar. Great video

[@rajeshkansara4505]

Absolutely fantastic video!! Just installed a new Goldring E3 cartridge on my AT LP5 Turntable. Did not even know about the need to do all of these things before playing a record. Will be up a few hours this evening. Thank you for spending your time to teach us novices! 😊

[@RUfromthe40s]

@@rajeshkansara4505 it´s easy and fast to do, the only thing ,i think it was left out is when having the optimal weight on the stylus as it´s specifications allow if the anti-skating is the same as the weight but some songs in the end if the record are still not good as the ones in the beggining just had a bit on the anti-skating till they sound all the same(Perfect),normally analog instrumentrs on early cd years the sound is very bad compared to the vinil version ,if not something is wrong on the turntable ,i´ve tried several cartridges and stylus till 400€´s which in my opinion is already a lot of money ,they do normally sound worse than the stylus that came originally with the turntable, also i have to say that in the 80´s some of mine cartridges, refering to their stylus had not already being produced by the brand but at the time substitution needles were well built ,today they are very bad ,i worked in a laboratorium and i can still use the magnifying lenses to watch how they were assembled ,you can see the tip with a 30 cm´s measure and watch all work done ,i bought two for about 30 to 40€ and they are just garbage ,not a problem of the cartridge or the turntable itself but the badly built substitution needles, there are still well built ones but one needs to do a research , and make question about them to it´s seller ,regards

[@sunjaybedi4389]

Thanks for clearly explaining how to setup my new-used turntable. Starting back on vinyl after years of digital listening.

[@ivegotheblues]

Thanks a lot man!!! Lucky we have people like you that would spend a lot of time to explain the best possible way. That's passion, that's positive vibes

[@henkvantende2965]

Wow... indeed, the best tutorial I have ever seen. Thank you!

[@rabbitscooter]

Me, 25 minutes ago: "I've been listening to vinyl for 40 years! Of course I know how to set-up a turntable!" Me, 25 minutes later: "Holy crap, there was a lot I didn't know about setting up my turntable properly!" Cheers.

[@jimbolen6364]

Isn't that the truth! Can't wait to give mine the once-over.

[@ukrlk]

I'm so happy! I've never felt right with my vinyl setup after I got into listening digitally a couple of years back. I have fairly good equipment as well, so was a huge bummer. But today, I powered through the setup and it sounds amazing! I might start collecting vinyl again as well!

[@musicaltroutmountainextrav3153]

My cartridge was indeed "cawkoid". Thank you again Canada for being the greatest neighbor. I aligned everything and my rig is sounding fantastic! 2112 is sounding fantastic.

[@JotaOrtiz]

For the stylus gauge I used my old weed digital scale and worked perfectly 🤣

[@Flagen579]

Was also thinking about using that. Good to know it works :D

[@Zealant]

This is a great idea! I have one that's accurate to .000 grams, which is just as good as these stylus scales.

[@RangerLink667]

Not necessarily a great idea. Tracking weight varies with the angle of the tone arm, so a scale will only give you an accurate weight when the height of the scale matches the height that your record will be. Most scales are too thick to give an accurate measurement, which is why these stylus scales exist; note how thin they are

[@JotaOrtiz]

@@RangerLink667 Thanks for the clarification. My scale is a very thin one, so indeed worked.

[@drbobdc8319]

OH YEAH...THAT’S WHAT I WAS DOING! I got as far as grabbing the scale...and some weed...and...(hmm, where was I going with that?).

[@DrChaad]

Skating "force" is a vector pulling the tonearm toward the center post, caused by friction between the stylus and record groove when the platter is in clockwise rotation. This friction generally increases with stylus pressure, which is why the anti-skating torque is calibrated to vary with the tracking force. Stylus drag from friction also varies a bit with the frequencies, amplitude, stereophonic channel separation & phasing of the audio signals recorded in the groove, the effectiveness of any applied groove lubricants, and turntable speed. Most turntables are not designed to compensate for these factors, and are probably optimized for 33 RPM or some arbitrary speed between 33 and 45.

[@franzueberacher556]

I do this job fort 50 years. This is the best explanation, i ever could read. Tank you for that.

[@guiguigodro]

I just ordered my first "better" turntable. I had a cheap cheap one before and i decided to step up into the "better" with a Denon DP300F. Can't wait to fine tune all these adjustment and play my records!

[@stevefletcher8307]

This has to be without a doubt the most comprehensive and well explained turntable set up I’ve ever seen, brilliant! 😀

[@wburman63]

Needed to fill the space created when I sold my CD jukebox, so decided to get a record player again and revive my vinyl collection. Had only ever had cheaper ‘music centre’ kit (and hand-me-down radiograms before that as a kid), but with turntables so affordable now, I got a new one for Christmas and combined it with a cheap second hand (but quality brand) amp. Had nothing but trouble playing records until I found this video. I always assumed the various adjustment bits on turntables were just BS designed to make them look ‘flash’ as my records always played fine on the other record players that I had didn’t have them, but clearly they do make a difference. I followed these instructions, including the protractor alignment, which was massively out on my turntable and hey presto, no problems and my music sounds great. Thank you very much.

[@edjefferson9175]

I learned a lot. Always wondered how this was done. Thank you. Brought me back to childhood days taping pennies on the tone arm head to keep records from skipping! Noticed your tone arm base has a height adjustment but no mention of how to set that parameter.

[@chrisburton8251]

I just set up a vintage turntable I bought off eBay...I had to buy a new cartridge and stylus for it. I followed all the steps in your video. Very useful! Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@killywoo1]

Thanks, great tutorial, I'm 54years old and have a hitachi 350 direct drive since 1978...!! and have never understood about these on my deck until now... Cheers, Rush archives is calling..... 😃👍🏼

[@taylor22222222]

Thank you so much for this very in depth tutorial. I just picked up an Audio Technica LP-120XUSB as an upgrade from my LP-60 and I was able to easily get it set up correctly--tracking force, anti skate, cartridge alignment, leveling the deck--everything. I hadn't seen another video tutorial quite as detailed and informative as this one weeks prior from purchase and the research I was doing. I absolutely love this turntable and I'm well assured that everything is aligned and calibrated correctly. Thank you so much again!

[@vapedatbirth]

How was the cartridge alignment right out of the box? I just ordered one and was wondering if I really need to align it

[@HAZYWAY]

Hi,just bought the same myself and thought could leave it as is,I'm checking that cartridge as soon as I get home today,living this turntable..buying a cork and rubber plattee mat too!

[@croeger82]

@@HAZYWAY Just unboxed mine and will be checking it out tonight. Did you see anything way out of line?

[@HAZYWAY]

@@croeger82 No,I used the free online protractor shown here and cartridge was good,definitely needed to use the ground wire but then upgraded to better rca but still used original ground wire. As for platter mats research yourself what you may want or by need,I myself bought the cork and rubber one.

[@americolouro4494]

Audio técnica LP 120 USB é a melhor solução relativamente ao preço e qualidade não aconselho mais nada mesmo tenho um já tou velhote!!!! Já estou canssado de tantas coisas de áudio,uma coisa novatos eu digo não se deixem ir em tretas!!! Ok este produto é excelente mesmo espetacular incrível

[@bodomnight13]

Omg, thank you so much. I got my first manual deck and have spent far too many hours trying to figure it out via the written instructions and other videos which all lacked the detail needed for me to understand. Thanks to you I’m not returning this turntable!

[@danielf6949]

Thanks so much for this video! Re-doing my setup made a huge improvement to the sound of my turntable.

[@lupo631]

The best explanation I ever saw! Thank you for your good job! Lupo

[@Coasterdude02149]

52 Years old, just got back into vinyl and this is a whole lot more than I ever knew as a kid 😁 Thank you for the very informative set up procedure! Got the same turntable as you. Had no idea about setting the tracking and all that. Incidentlaly, I STILL have, in my attic, a Technics linear tracking turntable. Been up there for decades. No idea if it still works

[@perrooceaniko2005]

59 here !!!!

[@stooges5729]

64 here

[@kevinbuchanan1927]

57 here, you need to get that Technics out and see if it still works!

[@CKLewis]

That’s very informative. I had forgotten how to properly do this. Upgrade my cartridge and it sounds amazing now. No more distortion. Just good clear music 🙂

[@berthaoviedo7758]

I just received this info with open arms since I am on the search of my first TT and didn't know all these tips and logistics regarding the works and laws of vinyl players. Simple, clear, and understandable concepts and instructions for anyone to learn. Love this man for spreading his knowledge to the service of the world. Thank you very much , Sir!

[@Arcturian1111]

4:10 Minute Mark: Resetting The Tonearm to O balance and setting it to the correct tracking force pressure.

[@BansheeFifteen]

I'm 66 years old and have just now learned how to setup my turntable. Just wondering how bad the sound was when I was younger. Did it matter or was I high? Now I need to go put on my magnifiers and just go do it. Thanks.

[@ewkalt4770]

Great comment, I laughed

[@ETA555]

Niel Young Harvest sounds great anyway

[@mitchellhogg4627]

You were doing it right man haha respect

[@sjharper1818]

😆

[@mosespray4510]

Agreed! I listened to records all the time, but didn't know any of this.

[@ReaganLEE-oj2hv]

I enjoy your style of teaching technical things! I enjoy your clear and concise plain English! The tone, the speed of your presentation, the relaxing mode of this video, every aspect is excellent! I have been a teacher, an experimental physicist and a laboratory veteran. I know what is the best style of teaching.

[@scrumpymanjack]

Great video. Old-school wisdom; old-school magic!