Vinyl is a hands-on affair. The more you know about set up and adjustment, the more you'll get out of your rig. There IS a learning curve. But it's worth the effort and expense in the long run if you're serious about playing LPs. And the learning really never stops, which is one of the great things about vinyl as a hobby. You'll develop an intimate understanding of the myriad factors that influence the sound and become adept at tailoring them. It's pretty amazing, really.
You will need to invest in quality tools, particularly a VTF scale (preferably digital), a good alignment device (like a MintLP). And you'll likely ruin at least one cantilever in the process. Consider it the cost of an education or an investment in self-sufficiency and sonic control. With all of the information available on the web, including boards like this one to answer questions, there's never been a better time to learn how. IMO, if you want to be hands-off, you'd be better off sticking with digital.
You will need to invest in quality tools, particularly a VTF scale (preferably digital), a good alignment device (like a MintLP). And you'll likely ruin at least one cantilever in the process. Consider it the cost of an education or an investment in self-sufficiency and sonic control. With all of the information available on the web, including boards like this one to answer questions, there's never been a better time to learn how. IMO, if you want to be hands-off, you'd be better off sticking with digital.
