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Warped LP's

Hey,

So, are some pressings just warped from factory?

I had purchased Springsteen’s Letter to You from Amazon (double LP) and the first LP has a very visible warp/wobble to it, although it sounded fine.

But didn’t like that and so exchanged it for another and this one also seems to have a bit of a wobble to it although not as bad as the first one (same side).

Since it seems to sound ok, I will probably just stick with it.

Amazon packing seems pretty secure and safe so I don’t think it is on them although who knows how they are kept at their warehouse.

But wanted to inquire if this happens time to time.

Thnx

jay73
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slaw
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+1 elliot

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slaw
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It’s been reported that during the record pressing process, removing the LP from the stamper early is another reason for warping. I tend to agree with this thought.

elliottbnewcombjr
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@viridian 

OP said

"Side D is just an image without any grooves". The one I have like that is textured. Damn thing can't be used for anti-skate

protractor one side, other side blank for anti-skate

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DRP34XD8/ref=sspa_dk_detail_1?sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9kZXRhaWxfdGhlbWF0aWM

tablejockey
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Warped LP's

Get a reflex clamp.

JA Michell Record Clamp Review & Demonstration

Dishing a warped LP with the spindle washer is the game changer.

Nothing is more disturbing than watching a video of a nice rig playing warped disc!

Reflex clamp for us plebians without a vacuum holdown setup😂

Your Mofi table has a spindle long enough to accommodate reflex clamp use. Some tables-Rega/Technics have very short spindle and cannot use.

 

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