Wednesday, May 18, 2016

By Scott Schmidt


A large number of people have collections of records and will need a turntable to play their music on. With modern technology, mp3 players and compact discs are the norm and so it can be tricky to find spare needles for record decks. When you need to buy compatible record player needles there are a few options available after a little homework has been done.

A good quality stylus is an important part of a record deck as it picks up the sound from the grooves in the vinyl record and translates it into sound. A badly worn out needle will not produce a good sound and it will also cause damage to records. There are many different types of needle or stylus and it is important that you fit one that is suitable for your deck.

One of the best sources for a replacement stylus is a professional turntable dealer which can be found on many high streets. These retailers will usually carry a comprehensive stock of spare needles and will usually have one that is suitable. If they do not have a match in stock, they can usually contact a manufacturer, and place an order for you.

The internet can also be a great place to source a needle for your deck and there are many web based retailers that supply these. After checking the stock against your needles serial number, they can find you a match. Some of the web sites can do a search from a photo of your stylus if you do not have the details. If you order from one of the web based suppliers, you may have to add some shipping costs to your bill.

If an internet retailer is unable to supply you with a suitable stylus you can try a web based auction site. Many needles will be listed for sale and you may find one that is compatible to yours for a bargain price. If your needle is going to be an expensive purchase, it is advisable to contact the seller directly, before you bid 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.

If the maker of your record deck is still in business then it can be a good idea to buy your replacement needle from them. If they do not make that particular model anymore they will still usually have some spares in stock. They will also tell you where you can look for parts if they are unable to supply a suitable match.

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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