Wednesday, September 28, 2016

Looking For A Replacement Turntable Stylus

By Rebecca Bell


A lot of music lovers will own music on vinyl discs and will use a record deck to play them on. Modern music that is released is now usually sold in a digital format and on CD and sometimes needles for a record player can be difficult to locate. If you need to find a replacement turntable stylus you will have to find a reputable supplier that can sell you a compatible one.

The needle is an essential part of your record player as it is the physical connection between the vinyl and equipment. When your stylus is worn or damaged it will need to be changed to produce a good sound and to protect the surface of your records. There are various types of needle and it is important to find and purchase a compatible one.

One of the best places to visit is a specialist audio store that can be found in most towns and cities. These stores will have experienced staff that will help you find the item that you need and they can advise you on your purchase. If one of these retailers is unable to locate a match, they will usually be able order one from a manufacturer.

The net is also a good place to buy a needle and there are many suppliers that are now trading on the web. You will need look through their pages of stock and it will help if you have the serial number and manufacturer of your particular needle. In some cases you will save money when you purchase online as these retailers can charge lower prices due to their low operating costs.

Online auction sites are also well worth looking at and many styluses are listed which are open to bids or offers. These web pages have a list of items with good quality photos so that you can make comparisons and they will have a product description. Before you make an online bid, it is a good idea to message the vendor to make sure that the product you are bidding on is going to be suitable.

If you have older audio equipment you may have difficulty in finding a replacement needle but there are a few options available to you. Searching your local junk stores or charity stores can often produce results as they will often sell old turntables. Contacting an electrical engineer may also be helpful and they may be able to adapt your deck so that a newer stylus can be fitted.

You can also contact the manufacturers who made your turntable and many of them will supply you with a replacement needle. If your particular turntable is no longer being manufactured they may still be able to help if they have old stock. If they are unable to find a suitable needle they may recommend one of their authorized dealers where you may be able to buy one.

A record deck needle is a very delicate item and it will need to be looked after to keep it in good condition. If you are not fitting the needle when you buy it you should keep it boxed until you need to install it. When you buy, it is advisable to retain the purchase receipt in case need to return or exchange your item.




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