How Do You Buy Needles For A Record Player?
Record player needles are available in configurations to fit many machines. The needle assembly includes the metal tip that contacts the record, in addition to the needle housing. The needle assembly attaches to the cartridge, which in turn is connected to the tone arm that lifts and lowers the record. Needle prices depend upon the brand and age of the record player, along with the number of speeds the machine can play (e.g. 33/45/78 revolutions per minute). Sophisticated record players generally require more expensive needles. Determine the correct needle for your player. The Turntable Needles website features a comprehensive needle directory, along with several options for locating the correct needle for your record player. The “Find My Player” option enables a user to specify his record player brand and model. Using this information, the directory supplies the correct needle for that player. If the specified needle does not match your current needle, there are additional options to
