What makes a good turntable?

[HenryCollins123]

It is actually a bit more complicated than that. Ideally PU arm and cartridge should be designed as a unit. There should be a close relationship between cartridge compliance and total PU arm moving mass. The higher the cartridge compliance the less the moving mass should be and vice versa. The reason for this is that the stylus suspension is essentially a spring, and the arm the weight on the spring.

Obviously you need a stable turntable speed and ultra low vibration.

It is actually a bit more complicated than that. Ideally PU arm and cartridge should be designed as a unit. There should be a close relationship between cartridge compliance and total PU arm moving mass. The higher the cartridge compliance the less the moving mass should be and vice versa. The reason for this is that the stylus suspension is essentially a spring, and the arm the weight on the spring.

Obviously you need a stable turntable speed and ultra low vibration.

Here’s a concise version you can use:

It really comes down to matching the PU arm and cartridge. High-compliance cartridges need lighter arms, while stiffer cartridges handle heavier arms. The stylus suspension acts like a spring, with the arm adding mass, so balance is key. Stable speed and minimal vibration are also essential.