Can you not use another cartridge/ stylus with this turntable or how does that work?
907490
A little more info...the stock cartridge uses a ceramic (piezoelectric) element to produce a signal. A modern magnetic cartridge is more accurate, but I'm not sure if this cartridge/tonearm conforms to either the 1/2" mount or the T4P (P-mount) standard. If you can fit a magnetic cartridge, the preamp electronics in the turntable might not work with it properly. Ceramic and magnetic cartridges require different circuit designs to produce a correctly equalized and amplified output.
907491
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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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.
1325717
Yes Marcelo!! This shure M44-7 standard dj turntable Cartridge is the best!!! This is better that ortofon!!!
1280310
You should be able to use any universal cartridge. AT98E or one better or one by any other brand that is a Universal cartridge. It is a good reliable turntable. Not the best but quite good for the money. As with any turntable the better the cartridge you put on it the better it will sound.
2134850
Yes. Align it properly and enjoy. This is not a DJ cartridge, however. It's delicate.
1207202
I don't have any of the cartridges, but it works fine without them. After it is on, adjust the settings with/without the rythem, and set what kind of sound you want. Then it works like an electric autoharp, you push the chord buttons and strum away.
749597
These turntables have terrible counterweights. If after adjusting the counterweight you still have the skip problem ....you can try putting a hose clamp on it. Someone else online did this and it worked fine.
518792
Yes, I have. This turntable is a piece of crap. I bought a different one after a few frustrating weeks of dealing with this thing.
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Dear Mr. Lee:I decided to go up a notch to a Technic 1200 turntable.What are these other items; are they replacement items I can buy later? What function do they do?Shure M97xE High-Performance Magnetic Phono Cartridge Shure SFG-2 Stylus Tracking Force Gauge Also, a friend gave me a pair of bose $300 speakers for my PC. I think I want to pair this Technic turnable with a bigger Bose system, suggestion here?
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.
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I checked the manual that comes with the machine. It gives instructions for changing the old stylus cartridge and how to tell if it is worn out, but nowhere does it tell the make or order number. Sorry. Pud Hendrik
520140
Oh, for sure. Great turntable. It has a universal head shell, so, it works. Still enjoying mine. Getting ready to purchase an additional stylus replacement so I will have it when needed.
1370861
Absolutely. I bought a replacement stylus from LP Gear for about $127. They ain't cheap.
402790
No, this model stylus is only for 33 and 45 rpm records. There are 78 rpm styli for this cartridge available elsewhere online.
2031603
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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The unit has a line out l/r, with a switch for internal or external. I don't see why this wouldn't work. I love the unit. I believe that I have used it more than I did my turntables in the 70s and 80s.
792190
I bought the turntable on the recommendation of a friend who is a professional dj... he told me that for casual listening, the included stylus was fine. If you are still interested in upgrading, I can ask him if you like.
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Hi Danyou should be able to click on the cartridge when you change it. go to tools and you should see a button to accept the cartrige