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  1. Kalininov

    Hitachi HT-50S

    Good night everybody! I bought a 1981 Hitachi HT-50s at a flea market. The condition is good, everything works, I just need to polish the lid, but the question is different. A needle called PDE is installed. It is very old, it was changed a long time ago or never changed. I know that this player...
    • Kalininov
    • Thread
    • cartridge hitachi hitachi ht-50s stylus
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Turntables
  2. M

    Technics SL 1360 Cartridge Advice Needed

    I purchased a Technics SL 1360 from a guy on Craigslist Saturday with the idea of cleaning it up for one of my kids. It came with a Shure V15 type iii cartridge, which I was told was working but needed a new stylus. With that cartridge, it seemed like a good deal. The guy sent me a video showing...
    • msobeldc
    • Thread
    • at 95 cartridge cartridge technics technics sl 1350 technics sl 1360 turntable
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Turntables
  3. tlite

    Cartridge Recommendations to go with Marantz 6350 TT and Marantz 2235 Pre?

    Howdy! I’ve tried a AT VM95E, Ortofon 2m Red, and a Sumiko Black Pearl. Looking for more clarity and dynamic range, but don't want overkill for my setup. Budget up to $300 but could push higher if persuaded... Thanks for any suggestions!
    • tlite
    • Thread
    • 2235 6350 cartridge marantz stylus
    • Replies: 23
    • Forum: Turntables
  4. L

    Cartridge/stylus/headshell recommendations for technics SL-1700

    Hello friends, I’m relatively new to vintage audio and was recently gifted a Technics SL-1700 (original not mkii) in great condition. I’m hoping to get some advice for upgrading the cartridge/stylus and possibly the headshell. It came with an Audio Technica VM8 cartridge/stylus mounted on a...
    • Lulu N
    • Thread
    • at vm8 cartridge headshell reccomendations stylus technic sl 1700
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Turntables
  5. C

    Cartridge placement

    I have a Pioneer 518 and I'm getting a new Ortofon 2mBlue for it. The headshell is so I can slide for my starting point. Any suggestions as to how far front or back I should go before I start my settings.
  6. J

    Suggested Cartridge on a Pioneer PL-61.

    Can you suggest a good Cartridge for Pioneer PL-61? Music preferences are female vocals, Jazz and R&B.
    • jervz
    • Thread
    • cartridge pioneer pl 61
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Turntables
  7. dylan_k

    Can Anyone Help Me Identify this Cartridge?

    When I got my Technics SL-BD20 turntable, it had this cartridge on it. It's probably the one that came with it when it was new, but I can't find information about what that was at the time. The needle is broken, and I would like to replace that, to see if it works. But what's the name of this...
    • dylan_k
    • Thread
    • audio technica cartridge p mount technics sl-bd20
    • Replies: 21
    • Forum: Turntables
  8. M

    Cartridge Upgrade - Noob looking for advice

    Hello all! I'm new to this community but by the looks of it you all seem super welcoming, so I thought I'd come here for a bit of advice. I have come into possession of my father's Dual 505-1 and I purchased a humble setup to start playing some records. Everything works great, plays nicely...
    • MrclCrml
    • Thread
    • amplifier cartridge speakers turntable
    • Replies: 26
    • Forum: Turntables
  9. C

    Cartridge for Technics SL 5

    Hi, I just bought a Technics SL 5, with the original cartridge (EPC-24 I believe) which needs to be replaced. I searched for cartridges and found the following : - AT85ep which replaces the AT92ecd which is no longer manufactured (€39): - Bliss HyperElliptic P-Mount - €150...
    • CenzoBass
    • Thread
    • cartridge technics sl 5 turntables vintage
    • Replies: 21
    • Forum: Turntables
  10. braygree

    Brand new Cartridge skipping like crazy: Dual 1009 cartridge swap

    Hello all, I picked up a Dual 1009 last week. I fitted it with a Audio Technica AT-VM95C. It played beautifully after set up but i decided to upgrade to an Ortofon 2m red. After dialing it in to the recommended specs i started spinning. I carefully clean each record before playing, i am...
    • braygree
    • Thread
    • cartridge dual 1009 ortofon 2m red
    • Replies: 12
    • Forum: Turntables
  11. W

    Oracle Alexandria MkII

    Finally able to get my well-stored Alexandria Mk II back up and running after not really having a suitable listening room for years. I am the original owner and the only upgrade is the Linn Basic Plus arm. I have checked with the Oracle support folks and with pictures and such, they feel that I...
  12. NathanFromPA

    New Stylus - Ortofon FF 15 XE MK II vs. Audio-Technica AT-110E

    I just got a Pioneer PL-5 on Facebook marketplace as a secondary system. (Yes, I can see the problem beginning....) It mostly keeps speed ok (and I'm not yet ready to dig into the disassembly required to clean the speed sensor and pots). However, it sounds *significantly* scratchier than my...
  13. T

    High compliance cartridge recommendations for jelco ts-350s arm? (Under 500 usd)

    I just recently put together a turntable and though I initially had a shure m97x cartridge mounted I went back to a Stanton 681 eee due to some minor sonic issues with the m97x (had some trouble getting it adjusted so probably caused by that.) I really like the stanton 681 eee but I would like...
  14. K&E

    Cartridge Suggestion for SME 3009 S2 Improved

    I dug through a few threads, but it's been some time since this question has popped up so it's likely due to be "refreshed". I own a SME 3009 S2 Improved (removable head-shell) and am in the market for a new (modern) cartridge. A few previous threads suggested older Grado cartridges, but...
    • K&E
    • Thread
    • cartridge sme 3009 sme 3009 s2 improved tonearm
    • Replies: 20
    • Forum: Turntables
  15. Tsypich

    Empire 3500TE

    Hello! I recently purchased an Empire 3500TE cartridge for my turntable and can't find any information about it anywhere... can you help me? What needle? The force of pressure on it? What year is the cartridge itself?
    • Tsypich
    • Thread
    • cartridge empire empire 3500 te stereo stylus
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Music Forums
  16. O

    Technics SL-D1 or Dual 604

    I have 2 old turntables and I'm wondering which one I should upgrade with new stylus. Both seem to work fine. Both direct drive tt. Technics SL-D1 has a shure M70ej cart and stylus (fully manual). Not sure of upgrade path. Dual 604 has a OM10 cart (semi-automatic). I'm thinking OM 20 if worth...
    • OldRay
    • Thread
    • cartridge dual om10 shure m70ej stylus technics
    • Replies: 52
    • Forum: Turntables
  17. tcdriver

    Shure V15 Type VMR - What is it worth?

    What is a reasonable value of a Shure V15 Type VMR complete with stylus with some use? I have checked ebay sold listings and there seems to be a wide range of prices. Thank you in advance for your opinions.
  18. J

    looking for a cartridge for my tonearm

    I have a Thorens TP30 tonearm, and the stylus for it broke. I need a new 7.5g cartridge that Isn't going to break the bank. If you have any suggestions, I'd appreciate them.
  19. TunerLanding

    "No Point" getting higher end MM if you can properly run MC as well

    Assuming one has an appropriate tonearm and MC preamp capabilities is it true that a moving coil cartridge will generally sound superior to a moving magnet catridge at the same price point?
  20. E

    Advice on Denon DP-23F and DL-160

    All I recently picked up a Denon DP-23F in fully working condition except for the stylus was bent / broken at first glance. The whole unit was only $20 at a thrift store. Getting home I found that the cartridge was a MC High-output Denon DL-160. What was left of the stylus fell off down to a...
    • Evan Hecht
    • Thread
    • cartridge denon dl-160 dp-23f turntable
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Turntables
  21. davstev

    Grado stylus to ID: yellow dots and tiny elliptical diamond

    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...
    • davstev
    • Thread
    • cartridge grado grado cartridge grado cartridges stylus turntable vinyl
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Turntables
  22. M

    AT Pro-Linear 1600 Stylus Cartridge

    Hi all, I'm a techie (not afraid to cut and solder) but a total noob when it comes to turntables and their subtleties. Recently me and my friends have gotten back into playing old (and new) vinyl at our shared space. I've been struggling to keep our aged tables from dying. I'm currently using an...
    • mkochsch
    • Thread
    • cartridge dual pro-linear shure stylus
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Turntables
  23. B

    Help identify this Pickering cartridge that is in need of a new stylus

    Hello, I just got a vintage Technics TT with the cartridge that is shown in the photos below. Does anybody have any idea what Pickering it is? Is it even something worth upgrading with a new stylus? Thank you!
  24. W

    Mystery Cartridge on Thorens TD-160

    I recently acquired another Thorens TD-160. It came from its original owner, and cake equipped with a cartridge that is a mystery to me. There are no markings or labels or any other kind of identifying information on it. Any assistance on what cartridge this may be would be greatly appreciated...
    • whiskeyriver
    • Thread
    • cartridge identification identifying stylus td 160 td 165 thorens thorens 160 td160 td-160 mk2 mkii rca turntable
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Turntables
  25. C. Ball

    Cartridge replacement for Technics SL-1500

    My late father had a Technics SL-1500. He had damaged the stylus, and I have had a hard time finding a compatible cartridge. I have seen this one online but as I am a noob I have no way of knowing if it is accurate. Any recommendations would be much appreciated. If needed, I will replace the...
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