GLOSSARY Archive - analogis https://www.analogis.eu/en/glossar/ Care and accessory products for analog audio playback Mon, 26 Jan 2026 14:59:11 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://www.analogis.eu/wp-content/uploads/analogis-Web_mask-icon-150x150.png GLOSSARY Archive - analogis https://www.analogis.eu/en/glossar/ 32 32 Amplifier https://www.analogis.eu/en/glossar/amplifier/ https://www.analogis.eu/en/glossar/amplifier/#respond Tue, 26 Nov 2024 14:15:43 +0000 https://neu.analogis.eu/glossar/amplifier/ An electronic device that amplifies the audio signal to make it audible through speakers or headphones. It increases the signal's power without distorting the sound and can come in various forms, such as a preamplifier or power amplifier, depending on the application.

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]]> https://www.analogis.eu/en/glossar/amplifier/feed/ 0 Analog signal https://www.analogis.eu/en/glossar/analog-signal/ https://www.analogis.eu/en/glossar/analog-signal/#respond Tue, 26 Nov 2024 14:15:39 +0000 https://neu.analogis.eu/glossar/analog-signal/ A continuous signal that transmits information through a variable physical quantity, such as electrical voltage. In the audio field, this means the signal directly represents sound waves, as opposed to digital signals, which are encoded in discrete values.

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]]> https://www.analogis.eu/en/glossar/analog-signal/feed/ 0 Azimuth https://www.analogis.eu/en/glossar/azimuth/ Wed, 07 Jan 2026 18:03:28 +0000 https://www.analogis.eu/?post_type=glossar&p=14960 Azimuth describes the lateral alignment of the cartridge or stylus relative to the record surface. It is correct when the stylus stands vertically in the groove, so that both stereo channels are tracked evenly.

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]]> Belt drive https://www.analogis.eu/en/glossar/belt-drive/ Tue, 26 Nov 2024 14:15:41 +0000 https://neu.analogis.eu/glossar/belt-drive/ A mechanism in which the turntable is driven by a rubber belt. This can result in quieter and more vibration-free playback.

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]]> Calibration https://www.analogis.eu/en/glossar/calibration/ https://www.analogis.eu/en/glossar/calibration/#respond Tue, 26 Nov 2024 14:15:40 +0000 https://neu.analogis.eu/glossar/calibration/ The process of adjusting and measuring a device to ensure it delivers accurate results.

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]]> https://www.analogis.eu/en/glossar/calibration/feed/ 0 Cartridge https://www.analogis.eu/en/glossar/cartridge/ https://www.analogis.eu/en/glossar/cartridge/#respond Tue, 26 Nov 2024 14:15:42 +0000 https://neu.analogis.eu/glossar/cartridge/ A device that converts the mechanical vibrations of a turntable needle into electrical signals. It consists of a magnet and coil or a piezoelectric material that reacts to the needle’s movements, extracting the sound from the record.

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]]> https://www.analogis.eu/en/glossar/cartridge/feed/ 0 Cartridge overhang https://www.analogis.eu/en/glossar/overhang/ Wed, 07 Jan 2026 17:55:09 +0000 https://www.analogis.eu/?post_type=glossar&p=14952 The distance by which the stylus tip extends beyond the turntable spindle when the cartridge is correctly aligned, referenced to the tonearm mounting distance.It is a parameter of tonearm/cartridge geometry and, together with offset angle and effective length, serves to minimise tangential tracking error across the specified playback radius. A ≙ Mounting distance B ≙ […]

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]]> Cassette https://www.analogis.eu/en/glossar/cassette/ https://www.analogis.eu/en/glossar/cassette/#respond Tue, 26 Nov 2024 14:15:40 +0000 https://neu.analogis.eu/glossar/cassette/ A magnetic tape format used for recording and playback of audio.

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]]> https://www.analogis.eu/en/glossar/cassette/feed/ 0 Cleaning https://www.analogis.eu/en/glossar/cleaning/ https://www.analogis.eu/en/glossar/cleaning/#respond Tue, 26 Nov 2024 14:15:41 +0000 https://neu.analogis.eu/glossar/cleaning/ The maintenance and cleaning of records, cartridges, and other components to prolong their lifespan and preserve sound quality.

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]]> https://www.analogis.eu/en/glossar/cleaning/feed/ 0 Direct drive https://www.analogis.eu/en/glossar/direct-drive/ https://www.analogis.eu/en/glossar/direct-drive/#respond Tue, 26 Nov 2024 14:15:39 +0000 https://neu.analogis.eu/glossar/direct-drive/ A mechanism where the turntable is directly driven by a motor. This can be more precise and robust, often used by DJs.

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