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Finding A Replacement Turntable Stylus

By Timothy Thompson


A large number of music lovers will have a collection of records and will use a turntable to play music on. With modern technology, digital music players are now very popular and so it can often be hard to find spare needles for a record deck. When you need to fit a replacement turntable stylus there are a few options available to you and it is important that you find the correct one.

A good quality needle is a very important part of you record player as it picks up the sound from the tiny grooves in the record and turns it into the sound. A worn needle will not give you a quality sound and it can also cause a lot of damage to your vinyl records. There are many types of needle and it is essential that you fit one that is compatible to your equipment.

The first place where you will find a replacement needle is at a specialist audio store which can be found in many towns and cities. Some of these retailers will stock parts for models that are still made and in a lot of cases for older record players. If they do not have a match in stock, they will usually be able to order one from a manufacturer and send it to you.

Another place to find a replacement needle is on the web and there are many suppliers who are trading online. You will need the serial number and you can then browse their list of stock to find a match. If you do not have a serial number, you can send them a photo and they can usually supply one from this information.

Web auction sites can often produce results and you will find many needles and cartridges listed. The listings will feature a color photo to allow you to make compare the items offered with your needle. If you are buying a stylus online, it is a good idea to speak with the seller before you bid on the item to make sure it is the correct type.

Another place where you may find your items is at a junk store or nearly new shop. Many of these places will have audio equipment in there stockroom and you will often find a match. If you do find a suitable one, then it is worth buying the complete record player, in case you require other spares in future.

When you replace parts of a turntable it is advisable to try and use genuine factory made parts when possible. If the maker of your equipment is still in business, it can be worth contacting them to source your replacement needle or cartridge. If they can not supply you with one, they can often advise you of where you should continue your search by recommending one of their authorized retailers who they supply.

When you have located a needle, it is useful to buy a couple if you can for the future. If you have had some difficulty in finding your item, buying an extra one will save you a lot of time when you need to replace it again. When you are not fitting the new stylus immediately, it should be kept safe to avoid damaging it.




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