Sat 13 Jun 2026, Audio T, Portsmouth

Youve already taken the step into vinyl. A proper turntable, a growing collection, maybe a system youre pretty happy with. It sounds good, it works, and for the most part youve left it alone. That's exactly where most people stop. But here's the thingthere's usually a lot more performance sitting there, untouched. Not because anything's wrong, but because the differences arent obvious until you actually hear them. A cartridge upgrade, a better phono stage, a bit of proper setup or isolation none of it sounds dramatic on paper, but in reality it can completely change the way your system comes across. More detail, better timing, tighter bass, vocals that sit where they should. The sort of changes that make familiar records feel new again. The problem is, most people never get to hear those differences clearly. You make a change, maybe you think it's better, maybe youre not sureand that's usually where it ends. So instead of leaving it to guesswork, were putting it side by side. Were running a series of relaxed, hands-on sessions across Audio T stores where we take the same turntable and build it up step by step. Youll hear what happens as we move through different cartridges, introduce better electronics, and properly set things up the way they should be. No big leaps, no confusionjust clear, repeatable differences you can actually follow. It's not about chasing the most expensive setup in the room. It's about understanding what makes a difference, and where your money actually goes if you decide to upgrade. JOIN US Each session runs for approximately 2 hours, giving you the time to properly hear the differences and understand what's changing and why. Sessions take place at 11:00 and 14:00, with a short break in between. Numbers are kept small to keep things relaxed and allow for questions and discussion throughout. Attendance is free, but places are limited, so booking is essential to secure your spot. Bring a couple of records if you like. We can play them, clean them properly, and show you what your system might really be capable of. Youll also get a chance to ask questionsanything from is this worth upgrading to what should I actually be listening forwithout any pressure or sales pitch hanging over it There's no judgement here, and no gatekeeping. Just a chance to hear your system in a different light and figure out what the next step looks like, if there is one. Well also have some event-only offers available on the day if you do decide to take things further. If youve already invested in a turntable and a record collection, it's worth finding out what it can actually do. Where: Audio T Portsmouth, 29 London Road, North End, PO2 0BH When: Saturday 13th June (Tmed Slots)