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LP Sound Quality

Awhile back I purchased a used LP12 turntable with an Ekos tonearm, Arkiv cartridge with the Lingo power supply & Linto phono pre-amp. Running this thru a couple Klout amps to B&W Nautilus 802 speakers. Playing a CD or Tape the sound is great. Playing an album the sound is not very good. It almost sounds like the singer needs to clear their throat, it's kind of garbled, I guess is the word to use.
All I have is a couple brushes to clean the LP's (Discwasher & Bib).
Curious to what everyone uses to clean their albums & cartridge & also where to purchase? New to this analog stuff.

Thanks !!
giglr
dcstep
1,518 posts
 
Yeah, I'll chime in too, I'll bet there's something wrong with your table setup. Is your cartridge fresh?

Dave
mt10425
1,138 posts
 
If you are new to vinyl, I suggest that the LP12 is not a starter kit. It might be best to get a less fussy TT and a VPI16.5 to clean your LPs. After you get better handle on your system, break out the LP12 again, have it professionally set up and enjoy more.
dcstep
1,518 posts
 
Disc Doctor's manual cleaning system is superior to record cleaning machines, IMHO. You're able to focus on the parts that need special attention, where a RCM does every spot equally.

Dave
thomasheisig
568 posts
 
Probably your Needle is dirty.
giglr OP
23 posts
 
Thanks for all the responses.
Mt10425 prob hit the nail on the head "If you are new to vinyl, I suggest that the LP12 is not a starter kit."
Well... this what I have, it came as a package deal.
Still, if someone could point me to where I can get a good LP & needle cleaner. I hate to dive in on setting it up if it's not required. Living in Wichita the closest Linn dealer is KC.

Thanks !!
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