Keeping your turntable working requires regular servicing. Depending on your turntable this may require an annual service, however it is hugely important to extend the life of your turntable. Servicing your turntable regularly can help prevent bearing damage, cartridge/stylus damage (which also will damage your vinyl) & cable breakage. Servicing your turntable regularly will save you in the long run, if your turntable breaks down and needs repaired, that can be an expensive bill, so turntable servicing is essential...