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stylus

  1. K

    AT440 - Best Pairing and General Questions

    Hi AK - I just got a good deal on a replacement stylus for Audio Technica AT440mlb (just stylus, no cart). Currently I run an AT-120e and AT-130e (also a spare 120e). Some questions for those with exp; - What are the best cartridge matches for this stylus? - Would it pair well on...
    • kws87
    • Thread
    • audio technica cartridge stylus turntable
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Turntables
  2. C

    What is this cartridge and stylus?

    Hi, I'm new here and new to turntables and records and I just got a used Technics SL 5300 but I don't know what the cartridge or styulus is and because of that I don't know what to set the tracking force to. I guess I will need to purchase another cartridge and so forth but I want to play some...
  3. L5hunter

    2M Black needle literally missing off of stylus...Options?

    I literally mean the actual stylus piece is completely missing the needle. I'll upload pics later. Almost a year ago, I bought a mint Technics 1210M5G from a pawn shop for $250, and it was a no brainer because we all know the 2M Black itself (which was included) is worth that. Sometime between...
    • L5hunter
    • Thread
    • black cart ortofon repair stylus
    • Replies: 27
    • Forum: Turntables
  4. HairySatchel

    Can you identify this cartridge and stylus?

    Hello everyone. I just bought a Technics SL-D303 for next to nothing online. No information was given on the cart other than a photo taken from a weird angle. This should be an easy one for anyone who knows. Please share you thoughts on what it is and if it's worth getting a new stylus for it...
  5. M

    New Stylus for Sony XL200 Cartridge

    Hi, I have just bought an used turntable; a Sony PS LX22. It came with a Moving Coil Sony XL200 Cartridge. The salesman suggested that I should replace the stylus. It is written on the stylus: ND200G. Now: the problem is: I COULD buy the ND200G stylus on ebay, BUT; I can also buy a similar...
    • MONSTERZONE
    • Thread
    • cartridge sony sony ps-lx22 stylus turntable
    • Replies: 14
    • Forum: Turntables
  6. S

    Unknown cartridge/stylus, what to do?

    I was gifted a "Gorenje gc 201 a" Hi - Fi system. It has a Garrard turntable, probably 125SB. The needle is damaged but it doesn't have any markings on it. Does anybody recognize it? Is it better to just scrap the whole cartridge? If so, what is a good cheap replacement. I tried removing the...
  7. johnmarzy

    Newbie Question Technics SL-Q3 Cartridge and Stylus

    Just getting back into vinyl and pulled out my TT that has been, sort of, carefully stored for 30 years. Looking for a consensus on what cartridge/stylus I should use on my TT, a Technics SL-Q3. Being in the auto industry it's like asking me how much is a car, right? However, I assume my...
    • johnmarzy
    • Thread
    • cartridge jbl kenwood stylus technics tt turntable
    • Replies: 14
    • Forum: Turntables
  8. Donal64

    Identify Shure M75E/M75EJZ Stylus

    I have a couple Shure cartridges that I was wondering could someone tell what they are and what the VTF might be . One is on a Shure M75EJZ and is supposed to be the original to the cart. I don't see any labels or print on the stylus. I think the grip on the stylus is green. The other is on an...
  9. D

    N91VL for Shure M91ED.

    I've done a little research on replacement styli for this cartridge, and most point to either a NOS original or an SAS. The total value of my system isn't enough to convince me to pay the cost of either of these, however. After a quick search for another option, I found this...
    • D-Ral
    • Thread
    • m91ed shure stylus
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: Turntables
  10. Yemm66

    Pioneer PL-A45D Cartridge Information

    Hello. I have a Pioneer PL-A45D I just purchased. Very clean and love the table. It came with an Audio Technica LS300. The stylus is pretty bad, so I thought I would try and attach a different cartridge I just bought. It is an ADC XLM original version. I am kinda hesitant to do so until someone...
    • Yemm66
    • Thread
    • adc xlm audio technica cartridge pioneer pl-a45d stylus tonearm
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Turntables
  11. F

    new turntable stylus

    I have been keeping my eye open for a decent turntable for a while and I found a Luxman PX-99 at goodwill for six bucks. It appears that the only issue is the stylus is broken (there could be more issues but I cant play it yet without the stylus). The cartridge is a Grado G1 and after looking...
    • Fawkes
    • Thread
    • cartridge grado luxman stylus
    • Replies: 14
    • Forum: Turntables
  12. S

    AT91/AT3600cf

    Hey everyone, just trying to find out more information on this cartridge I've recently installed on my turntable. My parents gave me their old JCPenny MCS 6502 belt drive tt. I'm trying to revamp it and make it work good as new again. I installed a AT91/AT3600 as per Turntableneedles helped me...
    • sbroni09
    • Thread
    • at3600 at91 cartridge mcs 6502 stylus turntable
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Turntables
  13. S

    AT95E vs AT3600 Cart

    Hey guys, just revamping an old turntable from my parents. It's a JCPenny's MCS 6502 belt drive tt with a AT3600 magnetic cartridge already installed on it. I took a look at the cartridge the other day and it looks like the cantilever is turned to the right slightly (possibly bent?). It still...
    • sbroni09
    • Thread
    • 6502 at3600 at3600cf at95e cantilever cartridge mcs mcs6502 sherwood stylus
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Turntables
  14. T

    Replacement Stylus for Stanton 580 EEE

    After years in storage, I've brought out my Garrard Z2000B to clean up and listen to some vinyl I've put away years ago. It appears I may need a new stylus - I have a Stanton 580 EEE cartridge and I cannot find anything specific for it. I've been told the Stanton N500S is a universal...
    • tomh2m
    • Thread
    • 580 eee replacement stylus replacement stylus stanton 580 eee stylus
    • Replies: 24
    • Forum: Turntables
  15. davstev

    Weird, cheap stylus

    I have recently taken to examining my stylii through a microscope. I have a super cheap Excel cart whose stylus looks like a hammer head. See the accompanying pic. What's this called, this stylus shape? Is it diamond? I know this cartridge is ultra cheap with a bent cantilever and I have no...
  16. A

    Stylus suggestion

    Hi guys, To be honest im very newbie to the updates and so on, so i would be very grateful for some advices. I have GRADO GF3 Cartridge and my stylus got broken by accident with a help of my kid ( he likes to listen to records and hes 2 y.o.) So can somebody advice what kind of stylus can i use...
    • AlexSlay
    • Thread
    • grado gradogf3 stylus stylus upgrade
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Turntables
  17. TexAg71

    All thumbs and need advice

    I just tried to replace the needle in a Zenith 2G ceramic cartridge, and managed to muck it up completely. Not panicking, as I have two other turntables -- both with magnetic cartridges -- but still want to get this changer back in service ASAP. Before I buy, and ruin, another needle, does...
    • TexAg71
    • Thread
    • cartridge ceramic changer needle stylus turntable
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Turntables
  18. The Gryphon

    Ortofon Omega........What Are People's Opinions?

    In the last few months I have been reading reviews of the latest Ortofon cartridge .....it is aimed at the budget end of the market and casts around 30 USD ....it seems to be a OM design and it attracting some excellent reviews.......it comes with an eliptical stylus which is a tipped one not a...
  19. C

    Which turntable and stylus combination is best?

    Hello all! I'm new to this forum. Have always had a record player, but trying to better understand the finer details! I have a number of components and I have no idea really what the best combination is! So any thoughts and opinions welcome! Currently using a classic Realistic LAB-400...
    • Craggles77
    • Thread
    • cartridge dual 505 realistic lab-400 realistic r9000e lws rotel rx-500 sony ps-lx350h stylus
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: Turntables
  20. davstev

    ADC Cartridge Find

    As luck would have it, today I was walking down my street and someone had put a box with a mediocre looking 80's pioneer turntable in it. Unable to resist almost any free stereo gear, I hauled it home, thinking maybe I could give it to a friend or someone interested in starting out with vinyl...
    • davstev
    • Thread
    • adc cartridge shure stylus v15
    • Replies: 11
    • Forum: Turntables
  21. Embryos

    What kind of cartridge do ya recon? (yet again)

    I think this question has been asked to death, but what kind of cart and stylus should I get? haha this is the equipment I have:: receiver- harmon kardon hk990vxi turntable- technics 1200mk5 (if you read the melo-drama of my previous thread, i decided to keep it!) speakers- polk 7 series...
    • Embryos
    • Thread
    • brian eno cartridge harmon kardon receiver mk5 polk monitor series stylus technics 200 velvet underground
    • Replies: 50
    • Forum: Turntables
  22. M

    Anyone know anything about the brand tonar?

    Looking for a cheap stylus for a stanton 500-II and tonar seems to be the next up from a pfanstiehl which I haven't heard good things about... Anyone know if its any good? (They seem to be selling for around $20ish)
    • matt.zepess
    • Thread
    • brand needle pfanstiehl record player replacement stanton stylus tonar turntable
    • Replies: 15
    • Forum: Turntables
  23. S

    Identify this cart

    Hello, I read a lot of posts here on AK while looking for a TT. I landed with a Tachnics SL D2 in great shape! I had bought a Garrard Z2000B but there was some issues with it so I'm going to keep it and try and fix it but I wanted a working table in the meantime. Can anyone identify this...
    • stephensmith
    • Thread
    • at95e audio technica audiotechnica cartridge hello and help needle sl-d2 stylus technics turntable
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Turntables
  24. G

    I'm totally new to Vinyl and need some specific advice by the end of the day!

    Hi Experts, I'm stuck. I have found piece of vintage equipment fairly localy, a Toshiba Turntable FS-2500MY with original speakers. It sounds (to my untrained ear!) pretty good for an old all in one. It's a gift for an old friend for some sentimental reasons BUT I have been trying to find...
    • greenhill
    • Thread
    • cartridge needle record player stylus toshiba turntable vintage
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Turntables
  25. Ianthe80skid

    The differences between the Audio Technica AT152LP & M14LC/U cartridges?

    New guy here needing some help/information. I recently acquired a AT152LP cartridge/stylus combo from a local estate sale. It was in its original box/holder but the box was missing its spec sheet & mounting screws. I mounted it up and gave it a whirl on my old T4P Technics player which had a...
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