RE: Technics TT and EQ Setup

Posted by hesson11 (A) on April 6, 2010 at 10:31:37

In Reply to: Technics TT and EQ Setup posted by BeatleMark on April 6, 2010 at 07:23:03:

I would doubt that your distortion problem is being caused by the equalizer. It is more probably due to the cartridge/arm setup. Did you follow the instructions for aligning the cartridge and setting the vertical tracking force carefully?

While the phenomenon of inner-groove distortion (IGD) is very real and to some extent unavoidable, it sounds like you're hearing more of it than you should. I'd suspect this is a matter of correct cartridge alignment. Double check your work and also get a better idea of the entire subject at the link below. Check out the other turntable entries at the FAQ section of this site.

EQs are a controversial subject, to say the least. Many feel they do more to degrade the sound than to help it. To some, they are strictly anathema. There is no one "correct" way to set them up. They are best used with a test record and sound-pressure-level meter that can analyze your in-room frequency response. With that information, you can make judicious alterations with the EQ. You might build your knowledge base by doing a bit of googling.

I'm not sure what you mean by "better than flat sound," because from a technical standpoint, there is nothing better than flat. From a practical listening standpoint, really flat response is often perceived as overly bright. BTW, how do you know you're getting "better than flat" response? Have you already used a test record and level meter?

Good luck.
-Bob

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Topic - Technics TT and EQ Setup - BeatleMark 07:23:03 04/06/10 (25)

RE: Technics TT and EQ Setup - mark111 15:40:04 04/06/10 (0)

RE: Technics TT and EQ Setup - ??? 15:36:09 04/06/10 (0)

To those who suspect it's a turntable setup issue: It's P-mount. [NT] - littlebobby 12:42:50 04/06/10 (4)

A good opportunity to point out common misconceptions about P Mount turntables. - tubesforever 13:08:30 04/06/10 (2)

You seem to have misunderstood me. - littlebobby 13:11:30 04/06/10 (1)

That's why I said my comments were not about your post. - tubesforever 13:14:53 04/06/10 (0)

RE: To those who suspect it's a turntable setup issue: It's P-mount. [NT] - Dman 13:02:19 04/06/10 (0)

Is the table set up? - tubesforever 12:22:19 04/06/10 (0)

RE: Technics TT and EQ Setup - hesson11 10:31:37 04/06/10 (1)

Great suggestion on the FAQ section. - tubesforever 13:16:58 04/06/10 (0)

The best way to set up a graphic equalizer is . . . - Opus 104 10:25:48 04/06/10 (11)

RE: I dont think EQ should be dismissed. But I digress... - jimmyjim 08:30:19 04/09/10 (0)

RE: I dont think EQ should be dismissed. But I digress... - jimmyjim 08:31:29 04/09/10 (0)

Second that. /nt - Biff 11:12:57 04/06/10 (10)

I think it depends on the system. - beach cruiser 11:35:37 04/06/10 (9)

IMHO the only equalizer worth allowing in the door is - Opus 104 12:34:19 04/06/10 (6)

Dang Henry.... - tubesforever 13:00:10 04/06/10 (5)

I've tried graphic equalizers dozens of times and ALWAYS - Opus 104 13:14:10 04/06/10 (4)

I agree...NO equalizer... - rich121 22:14:15 04/06/10 (0)

If you have decent gear, resolving speakers and a good vinyl front end.... - tubesforever 20:37:21 04/06/10 (1)

Seems re; judgemental, you are equally so, methinks. Plus - Opus 104 03:52:12 04/07/10 (0)

I've found that to be the case too. - Dave Pogue 14:53:04 04/06/10 (0)

I agree. This is going to be system dependent. - tubesforever 12:14:20 04/06/10 (0)

Car interiors are notoriously bad for audio. /nt - Biff 11:44:40 04/06/10 (0)

RE: Technics TT and EQ Setup - littlebobby 07:58:22 04/06/10 (2)

EQ etc - beach cruiser 10:25:13 04/06/10 (0)

Take the equalizer out... - NoClue48 10:20:24 04/06/10 (0)

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RE: Technics TT and EQ Setup - hesson11 10:31:37 04/06/10 (1)

Great suggestion on the FAQ section. - tubesforever 13:16:58 04/06/10 (0)

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