This is a tracking problem of your needle not following the grooves properly. The last few grooves are have less circumference in the record, so the track velocity is higher. Thus, it is harder to track the inside grooves compared to the outside ones.
This is tough to fix. Alignment is where you start, since this fix is free. Other options include replacing the cartridge with one that will track those grooves. Tonearm positioning could also be off a touch. About the only thing that won't cause this is the turntable itself. Also, consider a stylus replacement, too.
I feel for ya! Been there, done that myself.
This is tough to fix. Alignment is where you start, since this fix is free. Other options include replacing the cartridge with one that will track those grooves. Tonearm positioning could also be off a touch. About the only thing that won't cause this is the turntable itself. Also, consider a stylus replacement, too.
I feel for ya! Been there, done that myself.