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Cartridge for PLX55

Natron

Natron

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(^^^^I meant PL-55X^^^^)

Hey everyone...

I am new here and somewhat to high quality vintage audio equip(But am becoming a fan pretty quickly) Tried searching, but couldn't find what I was looking for.

I have a Pioneer PL-55X. I need to replace the stylus. The cartridge is a Empire 1000 SEX or SLX(Can't tell). Was this the original cartridge? How would you rate it's quality? Should I just replace the needle or get a new cart?

Thanks!
 
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It is not the original cartridge. Here is the exact replacement stylus.

http://www.turntableneedles.com/Needle-239-PDE_p_989.html

The 1g median tracking force is really too light to be an ideal match to the arm, but obviously that wasn't a concern for the previous owner. Empires were excellent cartridges. The 239-DEC at the bottom of that page is less refined, but a better match to the arm. Other than that it might be better to consider a cartridge change.
 
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