[Michael L. Squires]

In article .com,
wrote:
Thanks for all your opinions!

I asked about this because I'm experiencing some problems with the
right channel while playing LPs. Especially with quiet music, or when
there isn't much going on in the right side, the sound sometimes gets
significantly distorted or just drops out on that channel. I've tried
a number of things, including getting my receiver checked out,
fiddling with the anti-skating, and I can't figure it out. I've also
recently realigned the cartridge.

(So I guess what I'm saying is: any other possibilities I might be
looking over?)


I'd first try switching the cables coming from the turntable to the preamp.
If the sound changes sides then you know it's the turntable, if not it's
the receiver.

If the problem is in the turntable then I'd redo the cartridge alignment,
tracing force, and anti-skate adjustments. I would also look for signs
that the tone arm is binding (one common problem with systems have that
automatic shut-off is for the shut-off mechanism to start binding.

Problens with cartridges tend to appear at the inner grooves where the
velocity is less, and often occur at 33 1/3 RPM.

It is also time to look at the stylus to make sure it's not damaged or
badly worn.

My guess is that you have a problem with the receiver, since I have similar
problems with my NAD 7400 receiver.

When you are setting up the turntable remember that a little too much tracking
force is a lot less damaging that too little.

Mike Squires