Why do I hear feedback while using my turntable?
Being an analog audio device, a turntable relies on vibrations to recreate sounds.
When a turntable is set up correctly, the stylus only picks up the vibrations caused by the stylus on the record.
Feedback occurs when another source of vibration is present.
The most common cause is that the speakers may be on the same surface, or too close to the turntable. This causes the stylus to pick up the vibrations caused by the speakers, resulting in a feedback loop that can get louder and louder.
Another reason this can occur is that the dust cover is closed during playback, always ensure the dust cover is open or removed during playback.
To fix this:
When a turntable is set up correctly, the stylus only picks up the vibrations caused by the stylus on the record.
Feedback occurs when another source of vibration is present.
The most common cause is that the speakers may be on the same surface, or too close to the turntable. This causes the stylus to pick up the vibrations caused by the speakers, resulting in a feedback loop that can get louder and louder.
Another reason this can occur is that the dust cover is closed during playback, always ensure the dust cover is open or removed during playback.
To fix this:
- Keep your turntable on a flat, sturdy, level surface.
- Your speakers should not be on the same surface as the turntable, the vibrations from the speakers can be picked up by the stylus creating a feedback loop.
- The turntable should be placed away from sources of static and vibrations.
- Purchase an isolation base such as our IB40 Isolation Base to reduce the vibration that reaches the turntable.
For a great video on how to fix humming and buzzing from your turntable, check out this article:
How do I fix a humming or buzzing turntable?