Why Does My Brand-New Stylus Sound Bad?
You install a new stylus, drop the needle… and instead of clarity and sparkle, you hear distortion, dull highs, or harshness. It’s frustrating—especially when the stylus is brand new. Shouldn’t it sound better right away? Not always. A new stylus sounding bad is surprisingly common—and usually fixable. Let’s walk through the real reasons this happens …