Please recommend an LP test album.

Rob S. · « **on:** 12 Nov 2009, 06:36 pm »

Hi everyone,
I "think" I'm very close to an ideal setup of my cartridge and TT. All the parameters seem to be right, except I'm new to vinyl and want to be sure it's 100% at it's best. I am loving what I'm hearing so far.

Are the test albums effective? Which one is best?

Thanks,

Rob S.

KDus · « **Reply #1 on:** 12 Nov 2009, 08:03 pm »

Look for an NAB disk. I think Technics printed some good ones too. Start with the parameters you can measure, then decide what you like.

Yes, I know you meant music. Whatever music you are very familiar with is a good start.

vinyl_lady · « **Reply #2 on:** 12 Nov 2009, 08:42 pm »

I like the Cardas Frequency Sweep & Burn In record. Lots of uses. here is a link to it
http://www.cardas.com/content.php?area=music&content_id=4&pagestring=System%20Setup%20Tools&album_id=8

Laura

Psychicanimal · « **Reply #3 on:** 12 Nov 2009, 09:04 pm »

There is no single test record that will have absolutely everything.

It's best to have a few different test records. You can always get used copies of the Shure, Ortofon and other brands in eBay. If I had my system up and running again and some money to spare I'd add the Cardas to my collection. If you are new to vinyl then anything you can get a hold of for cheap is a great start.

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Airborn · « **Reply #4 on:** 12 Nov 2009, 10:37 pm »

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I like the Cardas Frequency Sweep & Burn In record.

I like the Cardas burn in LP too.

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nature boy · « **Reply #5 on:** 13 Nov 2009, 01:34 am »

I 3rd the Cardas. Works great!!!!!!!

NB

Rob S. · « **Reply #6 on:** 13 Nov 2009, 03:43 pm »

Thanks for your contributions. An order of goodies from needledoctor was placed, I'm starting with the Cardas album.

Rob S.

TheChairGuy · « **Reply #7 on:** 13 Nov 2009, 04:15 pm »

Quote from: Psychicanimal on 12 Nov 2009, 09:04 pm

There is no single test record that will have absolutely everything.

It's best to have a few different test records. You can always get used copies of the Shure, Ortofon and other brands in eBay. If I had my system up and running again and some money to spare I'd add the Cardas to my collection. If you are new to vinyl then anything you can get a hold of for cheap is a great start.

The Psychic is back...

Welcome back stranger....

John