Technics SL-1210 Turntable "volume fluctuations" Questions

does the t-60 need a pre amp? the stereo i play it on it has a very low sound in comparison to tapes and cd's. I also have an issue with some records having fluctuating volumes throughout the song. ...

...droputs even when it is OFF. Listen carefully to the sound. Is the sound dropping out or is the volume fluctuating? Is the turntable tracking proerly or is it skipping, lifting off the platter?

...height="503"> 9 Play back the Audacity track and listen for any sound issues. Adjust volume as necessary. The volume from the microphone jack may be insufficient to record the sound ...