Ion Turntable Needle Replacement
Record player/turntable needle lifespan and replacement?
What is the general lifetime of a turntable’s needle in terms of hours it can be played before it needs replacement? I received an “Ion TTUSB05″ usb turntable for Christmas, and a friend of mine has a “Victoria Classic” model ITC 50 MP3.
Also, does anyone know what kind of needle cartridge the “victoria classic” requires for replacement? I can’t seem to find it on the internet.
Hi,Jason.It depends on the shape of the tip and the tracking force. ( in grams). As a general rule if you play,say 1 LP record per day, (starting with a new needle),you should replace the stylus unit (needle) after approximately 2 years. 2 LP records per day and you should replace after approx.1 year.If you play 3 LP records a day you should replace the stylus unit after approx. 9 months.
EDIT….1 LP side = approx. 20 minutes,therefore you should replace the stylus unit after about 490 hours of playing time.
EDIT….Jason,i have looked everywhere for a replacement cartridge for the Victoria Classic , but there are no results .I have no idea which one it could be.
|
|
Denon DP-200USB Fully Automatic Turntable with MP3 Encoder $248.00 Now you can easily convert all of your favorite records to modern MP3 digital audio tracks with Denon’s DP-200USB fully automatic turntable. Equipped with an internal MP3 encoder, along with a front panel USB port, the DP-200USB lets you play your favorite LPs and create MP3 tracks easily and automatically. Now you can easily convert all of your favorite records to modern MP3 digital audio tracks … |
|
|
Numark GTRS Numark 2 Styli for GrooveTool Cartridge $12.17 You never know when you’ll need a replacement stylus in a hurry. Grab these Numark styi that have an 0.6mm spherical diamond tip and come prepared!… |
|
|
Ion Audio iPTUSB Portable USB Turntable with Software and Built-in Speaker $73.99 Portable USB turntable with AC or battery operationInternal preamp for external connection to receiver or PA systemBuilt in speaker for independent operationConvert 33s 45s and software allows for 78 conversionsPitch and volume controlSoftware removes pops hisses and has many more featuresProtective dust cover and handle for easy transportIncludes stylus dust cover 45 adapter software and all cabl… |
|
|
Numark TTUSB Turntable with USB $299.00 The TTUSB is a unique, plug and play, USB compatible turntable that makes digitizing your vinyl record collection to your PC or Mac a snap. Packaged with all the necessary cables to connect with a computer or stereo playback system, along with software to remove clicks, pops, and other undesirable characteristics of vinyl, the TTUSB is a comprehensive package that breathes new life into older reco… |
Tags: ion, ionsittusb05, lpgear, needle, replacement