Here are
some few extra tips for the vinyl de-essing problem. None address the underlying
problem but do give some symptom relief.
Treble
This easy
solution does remove the edge of those pesky esses a bit, although it also
deadens the playback by reducing brightness; however, my ears tell me there's a
net benefit. Also you don't have to turn it all the way down to hear some
effect. Not perfect by any stretch, but
the functionality is already there. If your system supports it, EQ control by
frequency is better still, because you can isolate the annoying bands more
precisely.
Stylus force
This is
not really a solution, but may work for some special purpose. Just ramp up the
stylus force and you may get a better "read" from the groove.
This is not recommended for everyday use however as it will wear out the vinyl
in no time.
Get another
Some Lps
of your collection are worn out already a no fiddling will get their music to
what you remember. Why no just get another? Unless it is some kind of unique
item, Ebay and Discogs more often than not will have a good copy around of your
favorite album even if its decades old.
Tube amp
Not tried
this one myself, but maybe a workaround is going entirely digital with the
media and playing it through a tube amp (which I hear they are making a
comeback) for the warmth.
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