Exactly what I was talking about in my response!

Fortunately, I took care of most of my LPs, so the scratches, ticks, and pops aren't a problem.

The biggest change was replacing the cartridge...it's like hearing my records for the first time again!

PLUS...I can find gems at garage sales, at used record stores (Flat Black and Circular in East Lansing, MI...a plug for you!, and other places for FAR less than CDs....