NightWoundsTime Posted March 8, 2006 Report Share Posted March 8, 2006 Well I'm not anywhere near the point that I *really* need to be making a decision but I have a source for the stylus and have thought about ordering a few to hold me for quite a while. http://www.lpgear.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=LG&Product_Code=ATSAT0160ML But, I'm still not sure. The cartridge itself is kind of old and the metal around the top is a little corroded. It sounds GREAT though and this is why I haven't wanted to ditch it. Getting a replacement for $80ish is way better than a new cartridge every time. My table is a Denon DP-59L, their top of the line direct drive from 1984. The tonearm isn't super special but I don't have a single complaint about the sound. Phono stage is a Channel Islands VPP--1. So if it really is best for me to go with a full cartridge, start giving me some recommendations on the affordable side. Does a replaceable stylus actually wear out quicker than a full cart? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hirsch Posted March 10, 2006 Report Share Posted March 10, 2006 Almost all moving magnet cartridges have replaceable stylii. Dirt on the LPs and poor setup are much more responsible for stylus wear than whether or not a stylus is replaceable. Moving coil cartridges are a different story, and retipping usually involves a trip back to the factory, or complete replacement. Good moving coil cartridges start at way above the cost of your cartridge, and just keep going up. I'm a firm believer in not fixing something that ain't broke. If you like the sound of your cartridge, replace the stylus and don't look back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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