Tuesday, May 17, 2016

Looking For Record Player Needles

By Scott Schmidt


A number of people still own and enjoy playing vinyl records and will own a turntable to play them on. Due to the fact that most audio is now mp3 or compact disc, the spare parts for some equipment may be harder to find. If you need to find record player needles, there are a few places where you can find what you need and a little careful research should be done.

The turntable stylus is a crucial component as it is the only link between the record and the equipment. If your stylus has become badly damaged or worn it will require replacing to produce a good quality sound and to prevent damage to your records. There are many different types of stylus and it is imperative that you fit the correct one.

The best place to find what you are looking for is to visit an audio dealer in your local town. Many of these outlets will have a large stock of needles for currently made decks and some old or obsolete models. If they are unable to supply you with a compatible stylus they can often order one in for you from one of the manufacturers.

Another useful place to find a needle is on the net and there are many firms who now trade online that can supply them. You will need a serial number and then start searching through their lists of stock to find a match. If you do not have any numbers, you can email them a detailed photo and they may still be able to supply one. When you buy an item online, you should be aware that shipping charges will be added on to your order.

A web based auction site can also produce good results and you can find many old and rare items listed for sale. Theses listings will usually feature color pictures to allow you to make some careful comparisons. If you are buying an expensive stylus it is highly recommended that you speak with the seller before you start bidding on the item.

Another useful pace to get a hard to find item is at a local junk shop or nearly new store. Many of these shops will have old record payers in their stockroom and you can often find a match for your needles. If you do find a suitable replacement, it is worth buying the whole player in case you need other spares for your equipment in the future.

When you are replacing parts of an audio system it is better to use a genuine factory made part where possible. If the manufacturer of your turntable is still trading, it is worth contacting them to buy your replacement needles. If they can not help, they will often advise you of where to continue your searches by recommending authorized dealers.

After finding a needle that is suitable for your deck, it can be worth buying a few if they are available. Needles will eventually wear or become damaged and it is worth keeping a spare at home in case you need to replace one. If you are not fitting your new stylus immediately, then they should be kept in the box to prevent any damage.




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