Ultimate Turntable Clinic: Unlock Your Vinyl's Full Potential - Columbia

Open to all, this free workshop will be held at 4 pm and repeated again at 6 pm.

For our fellow vinyl enthusiasts, we're hosting the ultimate turntable clinic —an immersive workshop dedicated to maximizing your record playback experience. Joined by special guests from the award-winning hi-fi brand Pro-Ject, we’ll break down the key components of your turntable system and explore the fine-tuning techniques that make all the difference in sound quality.

From the plinth and motor to the bearing, platter, tonearm, phono cartridge, and preamp—we'll discuss how each component contributes to performance, and you'll learn how to optimize your existing setup, reduce unwanted vibrations and resonance, and determine the right time for strategic upgrades.

Don't miss this opportunity to fine-tune your setup, experience side-by-side system comparisons, and gain expert knowledge on achieving the best possible sound from your vinyl collection.

Turntable Shootout: Hear the Difference

What’s holding the music in your record collection hostage—the cartridge, the turntable, or both?
Through an A/B shootout between two different turntable setups, you’ll experience firsthand the dramatic impact that turntable quality and cartridge selection have on your listening experience. We’ll also compare a system in single-ended (RCA) vs. True Balanced (XLR) configurations to demonstrate how different setups affect sound clarity and depth.

Live Q&A with Analog Experts

Have questions about belt-drive vs. direct-drive turntables? Need help choosing the right cartridge? Want expert advice on getting the most out of your phono preamp?

We’re bringing in Robert Bruce, an industry veteran with over 40 years of experience setting up some of the world’s finest analog systems along with our own turntable experts. Feel free to bring your questions—or even your turntable—for personalized insights.

Record Care 101: A clean record is a happy record.

For the second half of our workshop, we'll walk you through the best practices of caring for your vinyl and gear. From brushes to vacuums, to stylus care and more. The right maintenance will not only ensure you're getting the best sound out of your turntable and records, but it will substantially prolong the longevity of your gear and vinyl collection. We’ll cover:

• Best practices for record cleaning and storage

• Stylus maintenance and care

• The importance of proper turntable setup and alignment

• Recommended tools like brushes, vacuums, and anti-static solutions

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