🧾 In a few words
Auto stop can interfere with full playback, especially on longer recordings that reach close to the center of the disc. Disabling it ensures your vinyl plays completely.
🔍 Details
🎛 What is auto stop?
- A feature that automatically stops rotation or lifts the needle when the tonearm reaches a set position near the center of the record
- Common in modern, automatic, and all-in-one turntables
- Designed for pressed vinyls that usually leave more unused space toward the inner radius
💿 Why it causes problems with lathe-cut vinyls:
- Our 12” lathe-cut records can use up to 22 minutes per side, which means the grooves may extend very close to the center
- Turntables with auto stop may interpret this as “the record is finished” and stop playback before it actually ends
- This issue is more noticeable near the final tracks
🛠 Solution:
- Locate the Auto Stop or Auto Return switch on your turntable
- Turn it OFF
- Play the record again — it should now play through to the end
🧪 If your turntable doesn’t have a visible switch, check the user manual or manufacturer’s website for instructions
🎥 Visual reference
Here are short videos showing the problem in action and how auto stop interferes with playback:
🧠 Pro tip
💡 If you’re using a fully automatic turntable and frequently reach the 22-minute mark on 12” records, consider disabling auto stop or switching to a manual model for uninterrupted playback.
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