🧾 In a few words
You can play our lathe-cut records on the majority of home turntables. However, since lathe-cut vinyls behave slightly differently than pressed vinyls, a few technical considerations apply.
🔍 Details
✅ Compatible turntables include:
- Modern belt-drive or direct-drive turntables (Audio-Technica, Crosley, Victrola, etc.)
- Vintage players with adjustable tonearm pressure
- USB turntables and all-in-one record players
- DJ turntables with adjustable counterweight and anti-skate
📏 Important compatibility tips:
- Make sure the turntable supports the vinyl size:
- 7", 10", or 12"
- Set the correct speed:
- Most of our records are cut at 33 ⅓ RPM
- Some 7” records may require 45 RPM (we’ll specify it if needed)
🎧 Due to the lathe-cut method:
- Volume may sound lower than commercial pressed vinyls
- Slight surface noise is normal and expected
- Use a fresh needle and clean surface for the best sound
📌 If your player is automatic and struggles to start playback correctly, switch it to manual mode and place the needle gently on the edge of the record.
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🧠 Pro tip
💡 If your turntable has a counterweight, try increasing the pressure slightly (up to 2.5g–3g) — it can improve tracking on lathe-cut grooves.
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