Wobble is the amount of movement that the platter of a turntable experiences as it rotates. A small amount of wobble is normal, but too much wobble can cause the sound quality to suffer.
The amount of wobble that is acceptable will vary depending on the turntable and the type of music you are listening to. However, as a general rule of thumb, you should aim for less than 0.1% of wobble.
There are a few things that can cause wobble in a turntable. One common cause is a warped platter. A warped platter is a platter that is not perfectly flat. This can cause the platter to wobble as it rotates, which can affect the sound quality.
Another common cause of wobble is a misaligned cartridge. The cartridge is the part of the turntable that reads the grooves on the record. If the cartridge is not aligned properly, it can cause the sound quality to suffer.
To check for wobble in your turntable, you can use a strobe disc. A strobe disc is a disc with a pattern of evenly spaced lines. When you place the strobe disc on the platter of the turntable, the lines should appear to be still. If the lines appear to be moving, this is a sign of wobble.
If you find that your turntable has too much wobble, there are a few things you can do to fix it. If the platter is warped, you can try to flatten it. There are a few different ways to do this, but the best method will depend on the severity of the warp.
If the cartridge is misaligned, you can adjust the alignment. There are a few different ways to do this, but the best method will depend on the type of cartridge you have.
By following these tips, you can reduce the amount of wobble in your turntable and improve the sound quality.
Here are some additional tips for preventing wobble in your turntable:
- Keep the turntable level. A level turntable will help to reduce wobble.
- Use a good quality platter mat. A good quality platter mat will help to reduce wobble.
- Clean the platter regularly. A dirty platter can cause wobble.
- Replace the cartridge regularly. A worn-out cartridge can cause wobble.