Pickup Arm (Noun)
Meaning
Mechanical device consisting of a light balanced arm that carries the cartridge.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The record player's pickup arm was carefully lifted and placed on the outer edge of the vinyl record.
- A damaged pickup arm can cause distortion and affect the overall sound quality of the turntable.
- The user must gently place the pickup arm on the record to avoid scratching the surface.
- The pickup arm's counterweight was adjusted to ensure proper tracking and prevent skipping.
- The vintage record player's pickup arm was a delicate mechanical device that required precise handling.