In addition to the reasons mentioned in my previous answer, here are some other possible causes of deep and slow vinyl playback:
- Incorrect belt tension. The belt that connects the motor to the platter on a turntable must be taut in order for the platter to spin at the correct speed. If the belt is too loose, the platter will spin too slowly and the music will sound deep and slow.
- Faulty motor. If the motor on the turntable is faulty, it may not be able to spin the platter at the correct speed. This can also result in deep and slow vinyl playback.
- Warped record. If a record is warped, the stylus may not be able to track the grooves properly. This can result in distorted sound, including deep and slow playback.
- Dirty record. A dirty record can cause the stylus to slip and skip, which can also result in deep and slow playback.
If you have checked all of the above and the problem persists, it is possible that there is a problem with the electronics in your turntable. In this case, it is best to take your turntable to a technician to have it repaired.
Here are some additional tips for troubleshooting deep and slow vinyl playback:
- Try playing the record on a different turntable. If the problem persists on a different turntable, then the problem is likely with the record itself.
- Try cleaning the record with a record brush or record cleaning solution. A dirty record can cause the stylus to slip and skip, which can also result in deep and slow playback.
- Try adjusting the tracking force on your turntable. The tracking force is the amount of pressure that the stylus applies to the record. If the tracking force is too low, the stylus may not be able to track the grooves properly, resulting in distorted sound, including deep and slow playback.
- Try replacing the stylus. If the stylus is worn or damaged, it may not be able to track the grooves properly. This can also result in deep and slow playback.
If you are unsure how to troubleshoot deep and slow vinyl playback, or if you are not comfortable cleaning the record, adjusting the tracking force, or replacing the stylus, it is best to take your turntable to a technician.
