I really think surface noise has to do with setup. Before I used the Mint protractor, I heard very little surface noise...now lp's are about as quiet as CD's. Once in a while a pop or click goes by, but it really is silent most of the time. There may be other issues at play, but setup sure makes a difference.
TT Noob questions
1) I have a VPI Scoutmaster. I bought the stainless steel center weight thinking it would not only be a sonic improvement but convenient (not have to screw). However, with the stainless steel weight, the LP is not stable at the edges (you can easily press it down and make contact) whereas the screw-in stock clamp seems to be more stable. Does this matter? I think it sounds better with the stock clamp. Does the stainless weight really need the VPI edge/ring device to be useful?
2) When I finish playing an LP and take it off, as soon as the record is a few inches away, I hear a big static pop. Each additional record produces more pops (2 pops for 2nd LP, 3 for 3rd etc) as if I'm building up more and more static. Anyone experience this - is it indicative of something I should be aware of?
Thanks in advance; you guys have been extremely helpful in making a return to vinyl a rewarding experience.
Ian
2) When I finish playing an LP and take it off, as soon as the record is a few inches away, I hear a big static pop. Each additional record produces more pops (2 pops for 2nd LP, 3 for 3rd etc) as if I'm building up more and more static. Anyone experience this - is it indicative of something I should be aware of?
Thanks in advance; you guys have been extremely helpful in making a return to vinyl a rewarding experience.
Ian