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Static on highs

I am still learning the ropes, so please bare with me. My current (entry)set-up is a project debut with a tube box and a jolida 202a. While listening to my Brubek I've noticed a static on some highs, especially the piano - they seem like they are slightly going through a distortion pedal. I looked at the record and it seems like new. Is there something I am missing?

thanks in advance!
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mapman
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"The record started skipping so I blindly (don't cringe) adjusted the weight heavier to stop the skipping. "

Cringe....

Fix that first and see what happens.
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mapman
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Probably a good idea to set anti-skate properly.

Not sure how to properly adjust AS on a Project table though....

Maybe someone familiar with the Project can help?
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Yep, Audiofeil hit the most likely causes.

Needle/stylus damage or deposits on same is another possibility.

Could be anything though. Do you have another source (analog or digital) that does not have the same problem? That would eliminate the possibility of an issue with the amp or it's tubes or something with the speakers.
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