Does this item use ceramic or diamond stylus needles? I have heard that the ceramic needles ruin LPs.
1517831
Hi ... it's a diamond stylus - I have never heard of ceramic needles ruining LPs ... I have a collection that goes back more than 50 years, and for many of those years used a ceramic stylus with no ill effects. I am very happy with this product and find that it does exactly what it should, no problem!
1709854
I got this as a gift for my sister. I would contact Pyle with Model # since it is their product. I don't think anyone will carry or have a turntable stylus in stock.
1438391
I have a record player that clearly says "replacement needle NP1" but when I bought one the "tooth" in the front was so small that it wouldn't hold the cartridge up. I thought it was a defect in the plastic mold so I bought another. same problem. Finally I called the manufacturer of the turntable and they said it needs the NP6 which replaces the NP1.
224354
Under magnification the stylus tip appears to be shiny black - not transparent or translucent as would be expected of a fine diamond. Hence by deduction the stylus is synthetic. Not sure what a TTUSB (USB turntable?). The cartridge should work on any turntable to which it can mounted. Note that this is a 'throwaway' cartridge at $32 USD (Amazon). There is no stylus replacement for it. Also note that the cartridge's weight can be reduced by about 1/2 (to about 2.5 gm) by removing the metal weight installed on the mounting surface. This fact is to be found in Ortophon documents (which are now obsolete). Caveat Emptor!
224353
Under magnification the stylus tip appears to be shiny black - not transparent or translucent as would be expected of a fine diamond. Hence by deduction the stylus is synthetic. Not sure what a TTUSB (USB turntable?). The cartridge should work on any turntable to which it can mounted. Note that this is a 'throwaway' cartridge at $32 USD (Amazon). There is no stylus replacement for it. Also note that the cartridge's weight can be reduced by about 1/2 (to about 2.5 gm) by removing the metal weight installed on the mounting surface. This fact is to be found in Ortophon documents (which are now obsolete). Caveat Emptor! Under magnification the stylus tip appears to be shiny black - not transparent or translucent as would be expected of a fine diamond. Hence by deduction the stylus is synthetic. Not sure what a TTUSB (USB turntable?). The cartridge should work on any turntable to which it can mounted. Note that this is a 'throwaway' cartridge at $32 USD (Amazon). There is no stylus replacement for it. Also note that the cartridge's weight can be reduced by about 1/2 (to about 2.5 gm) by removing the metal weight installed on the mounting surface. This fact is to be found in Ortophon documents (which are now... » Read More Under magnification the stylus tip appears to be shiny black - not transparent or translucent as would be expected of a fine diamond. Hence by deduction the stylus is synthetic. Not sure what a TTUSB (USB turntable?). The cartridge should work on any turntable to which it can mounted. Note that this is a 'throwaway' cartridge at $32 USD (Amazon). There is no stylus replacement for it. Also note that the cartridge's weight can be reduced by about 1/2 (to about 2.5 gm) by removing the metal weight installed on the mounting surface. This fact is to be found in Ortophon documents (which are now obsolete). Caveat Emptor! « Show Less
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Not sure, on all LP's? Could be Cartridge alignment as the further into the record the more distortion with misalignment or a bent stylus. Or the cartridge could be picking up noise from the motor, but I would think that would have been a problem from day one. Probably not much help, but if you changed the cart. recently this could be it.
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Yes, I did get a couple of different stylus needles for mine, but really the one that came with the unit sounds the best. The other work, but you have to trim the plastic of the cartridge and adjust, but I managed to get both to snap in. It just snaps in, and these cartridges are flexible plastic, not completely rigid plastic. So if you have any trouble getting it to fit, it may have to be looked at carefully and then trim a tab or heat melt a tab to fit. But the original one is great. I have a 78rpm needle and the smaller 33rpm needle, but the original sounds great on both. Great is a relative term here, but it plays all the records and it's portable. Yes, I did get a couple of different stylus needles for mine, but really the one that came with the unit sounds the best. The other work, but you have to trim the plastic of the cartridge and adjust, but I managed to get both to snap in. It just snaps in, and these cartridges are flexible plastic, not completely rigid plastic. So if you have any trouble getting it to fit, it may have to be looked at carefully and then trim a tab or heat melt a tab to fit. But the original one is great. I have a 78rpm needle and the smaller 33rpm needle, but the original sounds great on both. Great is a... » Read More Yes, I did get a couple of different stylus needles for mine, but really the one that came with the unit sounds the best. The other work, but you have to trim the plastic of the cartridge and adjust, but I managed to get both to snap in. It just snaps in, and these cartridges are flexible plastic, not completely rigid plastic. So if you have any trouble getting it to fit, it may have to be looked at carefully and then trim a tab or heat melt a tab to fit. But the original one is great. I have a 78rpm needle and the smaller 33rpm needle, but the original sounds great on both. Great is a relative term here, but it plays all the records and it's portable. « Show Less
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That sucks. This turntable worked for me for about 2 and half years and now the needle needs to be replaced but I cannot find the correct replacement anywhere. Also - it seems as if they do not have a website or any sort of customer service like you say. I took it in to Guitar Center and the guy told me to check out www.needledoctor.com but I haven't looked into it yet. Good luck!!
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I don't believe this model allows changing of the needle. Google the name,model,and needle issue...you might get some results. I just ordered a new turntable this christmas of better quality that allows for needle changes. I needed to have a specific needle for the 78 rpm's I want to play. Good Luck! John from Duluth,Mn.
630492
I am having the same issue. Only with brand new albums. I have a 1930's record that is very scratched and THAT plays well. I was thinking what Keitholeous said. I am curious as to whether you had this resolved? Thanks
2209540
The stylus comes with the cartridge. This stylus has a conical tip. I recommend buying a cartridge with an eliptical stylus tip. It is only a few additional dollars and the improvement in sound quality is very noticeable. Also, this cartridge is very light (weight). It may not work with some tonearms. I hope this helps. Good luck. Enjoy vinyl.
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No. This turntable does not have a 78 rpm setting. There are similar models, such as the Audio-Technica ATLP120USB that plays 78's and has USB output to connect to your computer. Software and a built-in preamp are included. You should use a cartridge that allows changing the stylus with one intended for the wider groove of a 78, usually a 2.5 or 3 mil spherical diamond tip. This will insure reduced surface noise and distortion.
1397059
Thanks. Is it generally easy to swap a stylus on a cartridge between records? I know I can buy a whole new cartridge and headset, and just swap the headset every time I want to play, but I don't have the extra $$ right now for all.
2236876
I don't believe this model allows changing of the needle. Google the name,model,and needle issue...you might get some results. I just ordered a new turntable this christmas of better quality that allows for needle changes. I needed to have a specific needle for the 78 rpm's I want to play. Good Luck!John from Duluth,Mn.
1236688
I bought hdcn-15 silver dj headshell w/cartridge & elliptical stylus needle and it work perfectly
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I am going to revise my answer a bit and suggest that you turn your sharpener on and clean the ceramic discs by pulling your felt pad towards you The diamond rouch sharpenning wheels eat the felt up and you would be best by using some compressed air (from a compressor not a can )or a vacuum with a thin areas attachment. If you want to run a piece of material on the rough sharpenning use some denim gently to pick up the fragments and metalic dust.with the pad instead of felt. Chris Mar
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This happened to me once before but it wasn't a problem with the tone arm. I tried to play different records to isolate the problem and it turned out that my vinyl record was defective. There was no visible scratch on the LP so I didn't initially think there was an issue on the music. You may want to check your vinyl or look under the needle to see if some lint has accumulated there.