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This might be a newb question, but I’m definitely a newb when it comes to older turntables and counterweighted tone arms. Currently running a Prestige Green3 on a Dual 1219. Balanced my tone arm and set my tracking 1.7 and anti-skate to match on the elliptical setting. Every time a record...

Hi I am considering the Grado Master 3 Low-output for my VPI Signature. It will run through my Moon 310LP preamplifier. https://gradolabs.com/cartridges/timbre-series/item/118-master3 https://simaudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/310LP_Manual_EN.pdf Do you think it is a good combo…? In...

Questions for folks who own and have played with the wood body Grado cartridges - What is it that you like most about your Grado “woody” and have they been reliable with good build quality? Not counting Opus3, which sounded the best to you? Without getting into the most expensive “statement”...

Now that it’s been around for a while, who likes it and what comments do you have about this one? How is the stylus life? Great cartridge - or?

Hi all, I acquired two vintage Grado cartridges (G1 and G1+) recently from a seller, and this Grado stylus was also included in the sale, in a seperate box. I looked under a loupe at the elliptical diamond, which is super clean, and unusually tiny. Tapered aluminum cantilever too. We know that...

Hey all, I have an older Grado Prestige Red in need of a new stylus. The Red series stylus is around about $110, but I have read numerous forums saying to upgrade to the $175 8MZ stylus. Is the 8MZ worth the extra cost and will it fit on my older Prestige cartridge? Are there many differences...

Ho to all. Majority of people thing the MC stand for Mono Conical and ME Mono Elliptical. Today I put my MC under the lens and this stone looks elliptical to me. Guys, per our discussion the other day here is the picture. @Ilikevinyl @Old Guy8

Hey there, I've recently picked up an old Sony PS-X5 turntable this past weekend from a local garage sale. While it needs some work on replacing its capacitors and electrical components, I would like to know more about the included cartridge. To my knowledge it is marked "Grado RS1" with a...

Hi Everybody, I thought I knew the lay of the Grado land, but this cartridge came mounted on a used tt a friend just purchased and it has thrown me for a loop. Previous owner says the stylus has only 6-8 hours on it, leading me to believe this it's a potentially rare NOS. Has anybody seen this...

I have been getting my vinyl situation together. I have a TD160 that works reasonably well and I'm going to have it gone over. Before I do that, I want to figure out the optimum, although not too spendy, cartridge for it. I have a Grado Silver Mk. I and honestly, I love the sound I get, but...

As the title reads, I have a HO Grado Master3 that I have been using for about 100-ish hours. My question is, does anyone else have this cart, or any cart from the Timber line, and what do they run them at on the phone stage. It is a moving iron cart. I'm confused if I should be running it on MM...

Recently picked up a Grado Laboratory Series Turntable from the early 60's and am looking for the manual if it still exists anywhere. Was able to refurb it without one, was an interesting design, but I'm mostly just curious to find out more info about this thing. Looks like mine is missing the...

Hi all, 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...

Hi All, I'm looking to put together my first HiFi setup and I'm keen to get a late 70s, early 80s receiver/integrated amplifier to pair with some entry level audiophile headphones. I'm struggling to understand matching headphone and receiver output impedance. With info like headphone output...

So my system consists of... Technics SL1700 mk1 Grado X2 + Pioneer SX990 ADS 620s The problem I'm having is that while I've been told the Grado is a great cart, I'm pretty sure the stylus is worn (distortion on highs). Though maybe it's not set up right...I'm pretty new to the vinyl game. For...

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...

I have an old Grado F3+ I inherited from my Dad. I also inherited some Shures and Empires, and I've upgraded those cartridges with NOS stylii (2000Z, 600LAC, V15 III). I've been digging the Empires (more than the Shure). I also have some Denons, and like those, too. But in any event: I'd like to...

Does anyone have any experience with this cart? Can't seem to find ANYONE out there talking about it

I've had an unknown model Grado Prestige cartridge off a Linn I bought. Carts faceplate is missing. Cartridge worked but stylus was canted to side. Could not remove stylus no matter force applied. So as last resort, sprayed a little WD40 around stylus and let it sit overnight. With much effort...

Hey folks! I’m curious about the low output Grados. Is everyone using these just at higher gain settings on their phono preamp? This may seem a foolish question but.. can a SUT successfully be used with them or would loading be all wrong? Thanks.

This question seems to come up frequently and the answer isn't always clear... We used to have the incredible Grado knowledge base that was Marc Morin around to generously help in answering these questions. His passing has been a huge loss to these forums. ...May he rest in peace. These days we...

Hello, Newbie here. I'm looking for a new stylus or replacement of the cart on a Yamaha P-350 table. I've read what I could find (Aug 23, 2015 post). I haven't found a stylus configured like the one I have. Would a cart replacement be in order? If so (and I stick with Grado?), what cart would...

Ok, so I have the following carts in my box-o-carts, and I want to put one of them on my Thorens TD 145 with a TP 16 arm. All of them have are equipped with elliptical stylus at the moment, and the table is going into a bit of a warm sounding 1974 Sony receiver. What I'm looking for is what will...

Grado Lab Series Turntable. It has a wooden arm. It is in very good condition and I got it from a woman whose father started restoring it. Does anyone know a turntable restoration expert who might be able to renovate this TT? It is from the 1950s and is in very good condition and I have some new...