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Vocals sound slightly high pitched?

This happens with all the records I've played so far. My turntable's set to the right speed (I know because when I flick the speed switchn to the other setting, it sounds chip-munky and twice as fast). At the moment, the vocals are slightly high pitched (noticeably but not unbearably). Is this just something that'll go away as my cartridge breaks in or is there something wrong with my setup? Thanks.
toxicwaterfront
lewm
13,267 posts
 
Get....a....strobe....device.
You will find that your turntable is off-speed, on the high side. There is no mystery here.
newbee
4,775 posts
 
I don't know about your TT. Does the platter have strobe markings? If not you will need a test disc with the 33 and 45RPM markings. Add to that one flourescent light (portable or battery operated one) and you be able to get the job done.
toxicwaterfront OP
41 posts
 
Suppose I do get a strobe light, check the speed, and it's running fast...what do I do then?
lewm
13,267 posts
 
What kind of turntable do you own? Belt-drive, direct-drive, or idler-drive? I am going to guess it's a belt-drive. First, I would do nothing until you receive and install your new belt. Second, would depend upon your tt has a stand-alone motor where you can move the motor towards or away from the platter. Sometimes that is sufficient to adjust speed, although it is not intellectually satisfying. If your motor is fixed in position with respect to your platter, and if once you get the new belt your tt is still "fast", then consider a motor controller.
hiho
451 posts
 

Check owner's manual for troubleshooting. Here's a PDF download.

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