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Technica
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STYLI
PHONO
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PHONO STYLI (Needles)
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Definition: A phono cartridge is a small electroacoustic component mounted at the front of a tonearm on a turntable. It holds the stylus or needle which vibrates as it traces the record grooves. The stylus is the needle shaped material at the end of the cantilever of the phono cartridge. The cartridge converts the vibrations into audio signals which are then amplified further up the electronic chain. (Note: A cartridge when purchased comes with the stylus. Many cartridges are designed with a stylus that is user replaceable.)
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The performance potential of a record playing system is defined by the capabilities of the phono cartridge. Tonal balance, response range, clarity on musical peaks, stereo separation and imaging, and freedom from noise and distortion are all affected at the outset. The selection of this first component is critical to the full enjoyment of the rest of your system.
audio-technica
Audio-Technica offers four different diamond
stylus shapes. The Microline stylus almost exactly duplicates the cutting stylus used to
produce the original master disk This results in accurate tracking of high frequency
passages and ruler-flat frequency response within the audible range. The unique
multi-level shape wears more evenly, allowing greatly extended record and stylus life. The
Linear Contact stylus provides a vertical contact area several times that of the
elliptical, enabling it to respond to delicate groove modulations. The ellipitical stylus
has two radii, the front radius being wider than the side radius. This allows the stylus
to ride in the center of the groove, like the conical, while the smaller side radius can
more accurately track higher frequencies. The conical stylus is the simplest, least
expensive and most widely used stylus. Its spherical tip normally touches the center of
the record groove walls. The conical design works best in moderate to lower-priced record
players with higher tone arm tracking forces.
Prices are quoted in US dollars, and do not include tax, shipping, and handling. Ordering information is provided below.
audio-technica Replacement Stylus (Needle) |
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Model¹ |
(For Cartridge) |
Tip Size |
Price |
Audio Technica ATS10 |
(AT10) |
.4 x .7 |
24.95 |
Audio Technica ATS14 |
(AT14S) |
Shibata |
89.95 |
Audio Technica ATN15 |
(AT15) |
Nude Shibata |
89.95 |
Audio Technica ATN70 |
(AT70) |
.6 |
24.95 |
| Audio Technica ATN95E |
(AT95E) |
.4 x .7 |
34.95 |
| Audio Technica ATN103 |
(AT103 Mister Disk) |
.6 |
39.95 |
| Audio Technica ATN110E |
(AT110E) |
.4 x .7 |
38.95 |
Audio Technica ATN102P |
(AT102P) |
.6 |
24.95 |
| Audio Technica ATN120E |
(AT120E) |
.3
x .7 |
39.95 |
| Audio Technica ATN440MLa |
(AT440ML,
AT140ML, |
MicroLine™ |
79.95 |
| Audio Technica ATNML150 | (ATML150) | MicroLine™ |
224.95 |
| Audio Technica ATN201P Audio Technica ATN201EP Audio Technica ATN211EP Audio Technica ATN216EP |
(AT201P) (AT201EP) (AT211EP) (AT216EP) |
.6 |
24.95 30.95 35.95 52.95 |
| Audio Technica ATN3400 |
(AT3400) |
.6
|
22.95 |
| Audio Technica ATN3472C Audio Technica ATN3472BE Audio Technica ATN3472SE Audio Technica ATN3472LC |
(AT300P) (AT301EP) (AT311EP) (AT331LP) |
.6 |
22.95 |
| Audio Technica ATN3600 |
(AT3600,
AT3600L, |
.6 |
22.95 |
| Audio Technica ATN3700 | (AT3711) |
.6 |
22.95 |
| Audio Technica ATP-N2 | (ATP-1, ATP-2) | .4 x.7 | 33.95 |
¹The styli grouped together are interchangeable (e.g., ATS10 through ATN12XE can be used for any cartridge AT10 through AT12XE). This is a quick and economical way to upgrade a cartridge. |
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Shure Replacement Stylus (Needle) |
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Model |
(For Cartridge) |
Tip Size | Price |
Shure N44-7X |
M44-7X |
.4 x .7 |
29.95 |
Shure N70BX |
M70BX |
.7 |
20.95 |
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Shure N91ED |
M91ED |
.2
x .7 |
34.95 |
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Shure N104E |
M104E |
.2 x .7 |
34.95 |
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Shure NE95ED |
ME95ED |
.2
x .7 |
59.95 |
| Shure VN5MR |
V15VMR |
.15
x 3.0 |
599.95 |
| Note: We have in stock superlative, world-class quality replacements of discontinued and existing Shure styli. Contact us for info. | |||
How to Order Styli (Needles)
When ordering styli, please include the brand, model number, quantity, and price for
each item along with your name, physical address, and e-mail address. For an order of
phono cartridges within the US, the shipping and handling charge is $6.90. If you are
buying belts at the same time, the total shipping and handling charge is
$7.90. (We'll bill you
for the additional if required but for most instances, this should suffice.)
Shipping time will vary though
the typical turnaround time is 7 days.
For Canada and other foreign
countries, the shipping and handling charge is US$13.90. If you are
buying belts at the same time, the total shipping and handling charge is
$14.90. (We'll bill you
for the additional if required but for most instances, this should suffice.)
Shipping time will vary though
the typical turnaround time is 7 days.
We accept PayPal, check, money order, and cash payment in US$ funds along with an order. For international orders, to save you time and bank fees we recommend payment via PayPal. Our receiving address is provided below.
Send your orders to:
ELEX ATELIER™
PO Box 96244, Las Vegas, NV 89193
USA
e-mail: LpBelts@yahoo.com
e-mail: Elex@elexatelier.com