Turntable set up- How easy is it

I don't find it hard to do. If you're getting into vinyl, its something that you should be able to do yourself. Just get some basic tools and take your time.

If you need a store, try Audio Connection in Verona. If that's too far, Longplayer Stereo in Goshen NY should be closer.

If you are good at detail and don't rush it is easy and very fun. check Vinyl Engine if you need a manual or diagram

If you possess patience, attention to detail, patience, good eyes/ears, patience, the correct tools, patience and steady hands- no problem. I've never had a problem, quickly getting things right, after decades of experience, but- when instructing/guiding others, I've found many lack.....guess what? You'll never learn, if you don't try.

My advice is to have a competent professional perform the initial setup. Learn how to do it. Future adjustments can then be done by you. It is critical that your TT is set up properly so that you can enjoy the full benefits of vinyl.

If you don't have steady nerves, patience, a good idea of what you are doing and some small needle nose pliers, things can go really bad.

I tried to swap a cartridge (I did many times before) and broke a pin off a lead. These wires are SO SMALL that it is next to impossible for the novice to repair. I could not find ANYONE, including THE MANUFACTURER (!) to fix it (putz).

I ended up trading the whole thing for a new 'table.