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Budget turntable replacement for a VR-T560
Democratising Lathe Cutting Part 4 As many are likely aware, though the VR-T560 is made to work with a Technics 1210, this turntable doesn’t provide sufficient torque for loud...
Budget turntable replacement for a VR-T560
Democratising Lathe Cutting Part 4 As many are likely aware, though the VR-T560 is made to work with a Technics 1210, this turntable doesn’t provide sufficient torque for loud...

Vinyl Recorder T560 Calibration
Here is a simple guide to calibrating your Vinyl Recorder T560. Take your time on each step as accurate calibration is essential for good cuts. Step 1: Ensure the...
Vinyl Recorder T560 Calibration
Here is a simple guide to calibrating your Vinyl Recorder T560. Take your time on each step as accurate calibration is essential for good cuts. Step 1: Ensure the...

Calibrating playback
In the past few weeks, we’ve been booked for numerous tech support jobs, from addressing unusual groove patterns to installing and setting up Vinyl Recorders. A recurring issue with...
Calibrating playback
In the past few weeks, we’ve been booked for numerous tech support jobs, from addressing unusual groove patterns to installing and setting up Vinyl Recorders. A recurring issue with...

How do I check if my cutterhead has blown?
We’ve noticed online inquiries about how to check for a blown cutterhead or issues like distortion that might be caused by burnt coils. Several people we spoke to were unsure...
How do I check if my cutterhead has blown?
We’ve noticed online inquiries about how to check for a blown cutterhead or issues like distortion that might be caused by burnt coils. Several people we spoke to were unsure...

Do I need to spend money on anti-static liquid?
After developing our own formula and receiving very positive feedback, we believe this information should be freely accessible. Therefore, we will no longer sell the liquid but will instead provide...
Do I need to spend money on anti-static liquid?
After developing our own formula and receiving very positive feedback, we believe this information should be freely accessible. Therefore, we will no longer sell the liquid but will instead provide...

Do lathe cuts sound worse than pressed records?
The quality of cuts depends on both the cutter and the cutting system used. While discs are essentially plastic, just like a pressed record, there's a widespread belief that lacquer masters offer...
Do lathe cuts sound worse than pressed records?
The quality of cuts depends on both the cutter and the cutting system used. While discs are essentially plastic, just like a pressed record, there's a widespread belief that lacquer masters offer...