Is inner groove distortion normal?

Inner groove distortion is just something that’s inherent to records. It’s an audible distortion that comes closer to the end of a record. Even if a record is, say, 35 minutes long, and could technically fit on one, spreading the music out over two records avoids as much of the inner grooves as possible.

Does the inside of a record sound worse?

A vinyl record sounds different in the outer grooves compared to the inner grooves. It simply sounds worse, the closer you get to the middle. That’s because of the technology. That is why you often place the quiet songs in the end, to make the poor sound quality less audible.

Why does my vinyl record sound warped?

Improper storage, exposure to heat, and cats can lead to warped vinyl. Fortunately, warped records can often be fixed, so you can be back to rockin’ and rollin’ in no time. You’ll need two sheets of glass larger than your album, but small enough to fit in your oven. Heavier or thicker glass tends to work best.

How do you fix distorted vinyl records?

Here are the general steps:

1. Get two large panes of glass that will fit in your oven.
2. Preheat the oven to its lowest temperature setting.
3. Put your vinyl & glass sandwich in the oven for 30 minutes.
4. Turn the heat off.
5. Let the record cool down to room temperature.
6. Determine whether or not that fixed the warping.

How do you get clicks out of vinyl records?

A carbon fiber brush is the best tool to remove dust and particles from our records. A good habit is to give our records a quick dry clean with a carbon fiber brush before every play. Also, wet cleaning our records by using a velvet brush and a proper record cleaning fluid should be done from time to time.

Why does my audio sound distorted?

The most common reason for distortion is an input overload like the microphone overload mentioned above. Mic’ing an instrument, or even a vocal, is more than sticking a microphone right up to the sound source. A distorted sound can be resolved by placing a greater distance between the sound source and the microphone.

What does static on records sound like?

The static charge that accumulates in both these cases then translates into crackle when the record is played. As the disc spins a tiny, microscopic spark will pass from the record’s surface to the stylus as an electrical discharge.

Are records supposed to crackle?

Vinyl records are not supposed to have crackling in them. However, it is normal for vinyl records to have a crackle in the sound when played for the first time. If you are experiencing crackling in your records that has never been there before then there is an issue that needs to be addressed.