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Tips on Record Care
Unlike digital and solid state sources of music, turntables and vinyl records require a
gentle touch to maximize performance and longevity. Following these guidelines will
result in years of noise-free, reliable performance.
• Do not handle records by the grooved areas. Grasp them by the edges, or by
balancing the label on your thumb and steadying it with your forenger at the
edge of the record. Fingerprint oils attract dust which increases wear and adds
noise.
• Invest in a good record cleaning brush and use it prior to each play.
• Invest in a quality residue-free record cleaning system. Use it after every few
plays or as needed.
• Always place your records back in their protective sleeves immediately after each
use. Never leave them laying around unprotected.
• Always store your records vertically, and away from heat and sunlight.
• Whenever possible, use the arm lift (a.k.a. cueing lever) to gently raise and lower
the stylus to the record surface.
• Clean the stylus regularly using a soft brush, or by blowing on it. Always brush
from back to front. NEVER brush from side to side or front to back or the stylus
will be damaged.
• Never play a record with a bent, misaligned, or damaged stylus as this can
permanently damage your record.
• Always use the tracking force recommended by the stylus manufacturer. Setting
the force too light can be as harmful to your valuable vinyl LP’s as setting it too
heavy.
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