If surface noise is a major irritant, then just listen to digital. Even the highest end gear can’t completely eliminate it and to enjoy vinyl you need to have some tolerance for it.
Crackle and hiss on some albums
New to world of vinyl.
Had a low end Orbit turntable, played everything OK.
Upgraded to a Planar 3 with Rega Exact 2 cartridge. Absolutely love it. Noticed that some albums - even when brand new - exhibit some crackle, pop, and hiss. Some albums are dead silent and perfect. Have checked for dust and that doesn’t seem to be issue. Is there a quality factor with some pressings I am missing? Or something in setup that needs looking at?
Thank you for thoughts!
System is Vincent tube gear -
Vincent PH-701 tube Phono Stage
Vincent SA-T7 tube Preamp
Vincent SP-20 tube hybrid Amp
Sonus Faber Olympica II’s