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I think this was a good buy all N.O.S.

OnlyStantons

OnlyStantons

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I paid $56.00 for these, I think I did all right. The prices on the boxes add up to way more than that. 2-Genuine Shure V 15 Type II stylus 1- Genuine Shure N-93E
1- Shure N-75G 1- Magnavox ( AT 10? ) 1- Panasonic EPS-13.
I just finished testing all but the Panasonic and all suspension's seem good, looked at all of the styluses under a microscope and they show no use.


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yes well bought if the V15s are in good shape and not suffering old age suspension issues. IDK if that is an issue or not with these.
 
In my experience the VN15E styli rarely have suspension issues. However, with those that come in packaging with a foam insert (like yours) there can be a different issue. Often, there appears to be some sort of corrosion caused by a chemical reaction with the deteriorating foam. This usually manifests itself as a crystalline substance forming on the length of the cantilever. With care it often can be cleaned off, but if the stylus was exposed for a long period of time the cantilever can just disintegrate when the slightest pressure is applied. .
 
Gretsch6120 said:
In my experience the VN15E styli rarely have suspension issues. However, with those that come in packaging with a foam insert (like yours) there can be a different issue. Often, there appears to be some sort of corrosion caused by a chemical reaction with the deteriorating foam. This usually manifests itself as a crystalline substance forming on the length of the cantilever. With care it often can be cleaned off, but if the stylus was exposed for a long period of time the cantilever can just disintegrate when the slightest pressure is applied. .
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I have seen exactly what you're talking about but fortunately these have managed to evade that fate.
 
Those don't look Genuine Shure to me at all.
Might be respectable, but I don't beleive they are Shure.
 
No, they are genuine Fidelitone aftermarket, not OEM Shure. Probably much lower quality than the original, but given the lack of real ones these days, still desirable, though nowhere near the value of an OEM.
 
If you get three different brands of styli, all in packaging with the same, fourth brand name..........

Still, less than ten bucks each, nice grab.
 
These guys have no clue. All 3 pictured are genuine Shure styli. As each manufacturer packaged their styli in different size and shape boxes- Fidelitone (and others such as Pfanstiehl, Astatic, etc) repackaged genuine styli in their own boxes so they would fit into drawer cabinets supplied to the retailer (and so they could fit in order within the Fidelitone numbering system). Usually each company would offer 2 lines- one for genuine styli and the other for aftermarket "generics". No aftermarket stylus would have the Shure (or other company) logo.
 
Gretsch6120 said:
These guys have no clue. All 3 pictured are genuine Shure styli. As each manufacturer packaged their styli in different size and shape boxes- Fidelitone (and others such as Pfanstiehl, Astatic, etc) repackaged genuine styli in their own boxes so they would fit into drawer cabinets supplied to the retailer (and so they could fit in order within the Fidelitone numbering system). Usually each company would offer 2 lines- one for genuine styli and the other for aftermarket "generics". No aftermarket stylus would have the Shure (or other company) logo.
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Did Astatic offer stylus for cartridges other than their own?
 
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No, what you have is genuine vintage Fidelitone replacement stylus that fits Shure V15 II.

But that's alright because the V15 ii is really hard to find stily for.
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So what you're saying is that Fidelitone labeled these styluses as Shures to deceive the buyer? I thought replacement or aftermarket styluses were not labeled, like this photo of a Shure replacement or aftermarket stylus.
I'm just confused are these not like Phanstiel which bought Shure stock and repackaged them to sell.

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We opened for business in 1929 as a manufacturer and distributor of phonograph needles for record players and jukeboxes. When founder Arthur Olsen realized the need for a longer-lasting needle, FIDELITONE developed the Diamond Stylus, a high-quality needle that is now a featured collector's item. The Diamond Stylus was manufactured in FIDELITONE's plants in the United States and Scotland - and distributed around the world.
https://www.fidelitone.com/About/History
 
Gretsch6120 said:
These guys have no clue. All 3 pictured are genuine Shure styli. As each manufacturer packaged their styli in different size and shape boxes- Fidelitone (and others such as Pfanstiehl, Astatic, etc) repackaged genuine styli in their own boxes so they would fit into drawer cabinets supplied to the retailer (and so they could fit in order within the Fidelitone numbering system). Usually each company would offer 2 lines- one for genuine styli and the other for aftermarket "generics". No aftermarket stylus would have the Shure (or other company) logo.
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Thank you I knew I wasn't losing my mind.
 
4-2-7 said:
We opened for business in 1929 as a manufacturer and distributor of phonograph needles for record players and jukeboxes. When founder Arthur Olsen realized the need for a longer-lasting needle, FIDELITONE developed the Diamond Stylus, a high-quality needle that is now a featured collector's item. The Diamond Stylus was manufactured in FIDELITONE's plants in the United States and Scotland - and distributed around the world.
https://www.fidelitone.com/About/History
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OK, their "WHO WE ARE" is hysterically vague -

WHO WE ARE
The values in which FIDELITONE is deeply rooted not only guide us throughout our journey, but ensure our actions and services reflect our commitment to being:

Customer-centric
Our clients are our partners. We treat their business challenges as our own, basing every business decision we make on one question: does it add value for our clients?

Accountable
Our employees relentlessly strive to deliver on our mission by achieving excellence in all areas of our business.

Collaborative
We engage in open and ongoing communication with our clients, suppliers and employees, and we work together as a team to achieve our goals.

Curious
We seek to understand the “why” of what we do and question the status quo to drive continuous improvement.

How can we help you earn customer loyalty? Contact FIDELITONE online today or call: 800.475.0917.
 
Gretsch6120 said:
These guys have no clue. All 3 pictured are genuine Shure styli. As each manufacturer packaged their styli in different size and shape boxes- Fidelitone (and others such as Pfanstiehl, Astatic, etc) repackaged genuine styli in their own boxes so they would fit into drawer cabinets supplied to the retailer (and so they could fit in order within the Fidelitone numbering system). Usually each company would offer 2 lines- one for genuine styli and the other for aftermarket "generics". No aftermarket stylus would have the Shure (or other company) logo.
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I don't know if I'm buying this, but I know Mullard, RCA, and others did this with tubes.

Anybody else here ever hear of this with styli???? :dunno:
 
The original V15 type II Shure's said Supertrack on them IIRC. I can't see to well in your image but it looks like it says Supertrack on them in red???? I would take one just to have in case I came across a type II again. I liked the way they sounded. Did Shure make their own stylus'??? I know they made carts
 
botrytis: Does not matter what the company bio states- Fidelitone (and all the other companies) also purchased genuine Shure, A-T, Empire, etc. styli and repackaged them. This was so they would fit neatly into their dealer drawer cabinets and into their proprietary numbering system. Look at the styli- the VN15E guards have the correct "Super Track" logo and the front of the plastic grip has the Shure name. The green M93E has the Shure name and "Hi-Track". Aftermarket replacements will not have this as it would be a copyright violation. Those are absolutely GENUINE OEM SHURES. However, the beige N70G is likely aftermarket as it probably does not have the Shure logo and stylus number on the front. .
Take it from someone who has been in the audio business since 1969- (I'm older than dirt).
 
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The original V15 type II Shure's said Supertrack on them IIRC. I can't see to well in your image but it looks like it says Supertrack on them in red???? I would take one just to have in case I came across a type II again. I liked the way they sounded. Did Shure make their own stylus'??? I know they made carts
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Yes they made their own styluses My aunt & Uncle both worked for Shure until the early 80's and yes both say Supertrack in red.
 
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