Hi AK Brain - long time user, first time poster here. I could use a little help, and I’ll say, I’m a bit of a newbie.
I can’t for the life of me figure out the complexities of matching a suitable cartridge with a particular TT/tonearm/preamp. I’m trying to figure out if a Hana SL cartridge...
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In the past, I've used a selection of MM and MC cartridges. However, just recently, for cheap I acquired an ultra low output MC, a MC-20 by ortofon, and it needs a re-tip. The output is super low: 0.07mV. (This is the MK1 version, with the purple/blue body, circa 1980, much lower than...
Hey everyone, long time lurker here. I’m always thankful for the knowledge I read daily on this forum and try to learn from everyone here. Today, I need advice on picking out a cartridge for my recently installed Linn Akito on my Thorens TD 125 MKII.
The setup it will be going through is a...
It was a horrible accident. I bought my DL 110 a couple of years ago when it was a little over $200, now they're $400, and I can't replace it. I listen to electronic, rock, industrial, punk etc.. If I can get away with a replacement for around $300........any recommendations? My other TT...
History: After 30 or 40 years I am re establishing my relationship with an old system. I had my vintage Dual 1219 refurbished 2 yrs ago. I was admittedly lax about what exactly was done. I don't think anything mechanical other than lubrication, new belt, power cord and phono leads were added...
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I just got my hands on a NOS Sony PS-X50, which I'm really excited about. The owner sold it to me for a great price because the cuing mechanism was frozen, but I coaxed it back to life with alcohol and new silicone grease.
I know the tonearm on this deck is supposed to be something...
Howdy folks,
I have the AT-VM95E currently installed on my turntable and am curious if, with this installed, can I just buy the AT-VMN95ML Stylus or if I want this unit, will I need to buy AT-VM95ML Cartridge?
Also, if I'm only needing to get the Stylus, will this be a pretty easy piece for a...
First of all, I am a complete noob to turntables. As in, so noobish that I was reading today the difference between a cartridge, headshell, and needle (stylis?).
With regards to units I would play through, it would always be through Vintage Sansui or Marantz units that I have rebuilt.
I got...
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I just acquired a Sony PS-4300, and I'm in the market for a new cartridge. I'm looking for something in the $150-$250 range, but figured I'd tell you all a bit about the system I'm using, and what I'd like from the cartridge and see if you all have any recommendations.
Currently...
I'm restoring a portable Masterworks M-8608 8-track cartridge player. I couldn't ever find any schematics on this unit unfortunately. There's these little 2-leg purple disk things on the main circuit board and I'm trying to figure out what the heck they are. I'd replace them if they're bad, but...
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I am a newbie to vinyl and stereo gear in general. Part of the wave of people waking up to how good it sounds compared to digital. Anyways, I recently purchased a Marantz 2230 receiver, a pair of A25 speakers, and a AR XA turntable. It came with the Shure M70EJ (Stylus) and 70...
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I've been using this awesome resource for the past couple of weeks to help research the selection of a turntable and eventually some speakers.
I'm totally new to vintage audio and turntables.
Yesterday I picked up a good condition JVC QL-A2. I've figured out it has an Empire 66 QE/X...
I need help identifying this cartridge that is currently installed on a old pioneer PL-518 that a customer gifted me. I cleaned it with a stylus brush, for some reason getting some distortion on playback. The preamp is rulled out as I've tested it with another table. Could be the table needs to...
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I'm wondering if anyone has any opinions/advice about the best headshell for a Grado Black cartridge.
I had it on a U-Turn Orbit TT, and it sounds wonderful, BUT I get some hum. So I wanted to try it on my old Pioneer PL-514. The headshell on that, though, is an old audio technica one...
I just bought a broken at33ev cartridge from which two of the connector pins broke off/fell out. See the picture I attached. I was wondering if there was a way to get this repaired and what the average price of something like that would be. And if it's possible to even repair this. The...
Hey quick question.
I ordered a new cartridge for my Denon Dp30l. https://www.ebay.com/itm/164896750087?hash=item26649cba07:g:bfcAAOSwaddguRQu
It turns out i didnt need it. Can i effectively use this cartridge on my Pioneer pl-10 turntable? Its a cheaper cartridge and needle and i was just...
Hey, I was wondering if you guys can help me identify this cartridge and what replacement stylus I can get for it. It came with a Technics SL1700 but I cant find any info on it. It says x2 + but nothing really comes up.
Also not sure if the stylus is worn since its the only table ive ever had...
Perhaps we need a thread for grado identification, generally. If others want to turn this into such a thread by posting photos, please feel free.
For me, I need help identifying the pictured grado cartridge. It is marked on the back with "FO2". The stylus is removable but has no identifying...
So, I have been refurbishing a Motorola SK28M Stereo Console. All was going well, until I tried to replace the Cartridge. The manual states the Motorola Part number is 59K649704, but the player has stamped - 59k649492. Not sure if that makes a difference.
I replaced some caps in the Amp and...
Title says it all. Looking to upgrade my stock Technics SL-BD20 P34 phono cartridge for a higher quality one. From what I read, Shure M92E or Ortofon 2M Blue are the best options. Let me know what you think, and what would be your pick.
Kenwood KA-9X amp, Cerwin Vega D5-E speaker mainly playing...
This is a two-pronged question; let me set the stage. I've been exclusively playing / recording vinyl with a microline AT-VM95ML cartridge that I upgraded to in July 2020 (from an elliptical Clearaudio Concept MM v1). It's been great. I made the change because of inner groove distortion present...
I have a Koetsu cartridge with an output of 0.4 Millivolts. My receiver is a Marantz 2275. My question is, do I need an additional phono preamp to accommodate the moving coil cartridge? I have been listening to my turntable with it connected directly to the Marantz receiver, with the only...
I'm trying to fix up a Sansui FR-D25 that I picked up very cheaply. It's for my teenage son. Like many teens he finds old turntables fascinating and cool but it's more to have some fun than for serious music playing.
Excuse my ignorance. I'm not and never have been a vinyl guy, having bought my...
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I have a Koetsu Rosewood Signature cartridge that I purchased secondhand about 6 years ago. I've determined it must be time for a rebuild or a replacement of this cartridge due to the fact that, A.) it's at least 6 years old and likely much, much older, and B.) There is a distortion...