turntable problem--???????need help


I am running a SOTA Saphire/MC Gold/PT-6 arm. Whenever I turn turntable off using the on/off switch I get static through the speakers- I have replaced the switch, no differnce-I have used 2 different pre-amps--no change--I have turned off the amp and hooked up headphones to the preamp--no change--still get static when I shut machine off. I have the turntable groung wire connected to the ground in the wall and the PT-6 arm ground connected to the ground terminal on the EAR Phono pre-amp.
I have sent the unit to SOTA--they have "extensively tested" the motor/assembly/power supply and can't duplicate the problem.
If they can't duplicate it, they can't fix it.
Any ideas as to what could be wrong?

That's the only problem w/system, everything else works fine-no hum, no static when turned on or any other knobs/dials activated.

I'm wondering if the problem is on my end and not the turntable.
Thanks-Jim
jim_gerace

Showing 1 response by bob_bundus

Try installing a .01uF 200V cap across the AC switch contacts, to snub those nasty counter emf switching transients.