Vinyl records are a physical format of music that uses a spiral groove to store audio information. The grooves are read by a stylus, which is a needle that vibrates as it follows the grooves. The vibrations are then converted into electrical signals that are amplified and played through speakers.
There are a few ways to know where a song starts on vinyl.
- Look at the label. The label of a vinyl record will usually have a track listing that shows the start time of each song.
- Look for the lead-in groove. The lead-in groove is a short groove that is located at the beginning of the record. It is used to help the stylus find the start of the first song.
- Listen for the start of the song. When you first put a record on the turntable, you may hear a few seconds of silence before the music starts. This is the lead-in groove. Once the music starts, you will know that you are at the beginning of the first song.
Here are some additional tips for finding the start of a song on vinyl:
- Use a high-quality stylus. A high-quality stylus will be able to track the grooves more accurately and will be less likely to skip.
- Clean the record. A dirty record can cause the stylus to skip. Clean the record with a soft cloth or a record cleaning brush before playing it.
- Use a good turntable. A good turntable will have a stable platter and a good tonearm. This will help to prevent the stylus from skipping.
