tds019
I am using a timecode vinyl playing from a stanton t52 through my hercules mixer. When I'm not touching anything the bpm varies a bit, to give an example if a song is at 130 the bpm will vary rapidly from 128 to 131 maybe. There isn't any difference in the song playing but the problem is it is hard to sync in a new song when it is varying like that. Does anyone have any idea how to fix this or what is causing it? I have heard that the cartridge for the t52 isn't very good and I was thinking about buying a shure m44, would this fix it or would that be a waste of time?
geposted Mon 05 Jul 10 @ 2:20 pm
djjameslake
Dont know if this will help but I had a similar problem with timecoded cds, It turned out I had the soundcard set too loud. Try lowering the levels for the timecode and see if it helps
geposted Mon 05 Jul 10 @ 4:48 pm
rotcodnatas
I've had the same problem before. Its likely that your stylus are worn, your records are worn, or both. If your using the cartridges that came with your decks, then now might be a good time to upgrade, as better carts give better sound and tracking.
I'd recommend the Sure M44-7 and M44G, both are good carts and at reasonable prices, I'm sure there's good ones from other companies in that price range, but those are just the ones I've used and would recommend. Just be smart and read reviews and you be aright,and if you've got no problems paying more definitely check some reviews first before you go droppin $80-$100+ on each cart. If its not your needles just keep in mind down road your gonna wanna at least replace your current needles/stylus because of regular wear.(Damn turntables and their sensitive little fiddly bits)
As for the records, its only like 15 bucks for a set of Serato vinyl, so I'd start there first. If that was the problem, well then its up to you to decide if/when you want to upgrade cartridges. O, and do try soundcard and timecode settings first, no sense spending money when you don't have to.
I'd recommend the Sure M44-7 and M44G, both are good carts and at reasonable prices, I'm sure there's good ones from other companies in that price range, but those are just the ones I've used and would recommend. Just be smart and read reviews and you be aright,and if you've got no problems paying more definitely check some reviews first before you go droppin $80-$100+ on each cart. If its not your needles just keep in mind down road your gonna wanna at least replace your current needles/stylus because of regular wear.(Damn turntables and their sensitive little fiddly bits)
As for the records, its only like 15 bucks for a set of Serato vinyl, so I'd start there first. If that was the problem, well then its up to you to decide if/when you want to upgrade cartridges. O, and do try soundcard and timecode settings first, no sense spending money when you don't have to.
geposted Fri 09 Jul 10 @ 9:55 pm
tds019
I've fooled around with the settings with no results. The timecode is brand new so that's no it, and I actually just ordered a shure m44-7 so hopefully that will do the trick. Thanks for the reply.
geposted Sat 10 Jul 10 @ 12:28 pm
rotcodnatas
Yeah it hopefully should, if don't well then I don't know what the problem is.
geposted Sat 10 Jul 10 @ 7:56 pm
tds019
In case anyone has the same problem I fixed it and here's what I did..
turned the key lock off
set master tempo from fast to advanced and filled in boxes with zeros
pitch sensitivity and lead time to zero
switched from smart relative to relative
I also did get a new cartridge but I'm pretty sure that wasn't the problem.
turned the key lock off
set master tempo from fast to advanced and filled in boxes with zeros
pitch sensitivity and lead time to zero
switched from smart relative to relative
I also did get a new cartridge but I'm pretty sure that wasn't the problem.
geposted Sat 17 Jul 10 @ 3:57 pm
VanStino
A T52 is a belt-drive turntable, not recommended. Always check if the belt is still in good shape. :)
geposted Sun 18 Jul 10 @ 6:11 am