The stylus, or what is commonly called the needle, is a vital component of any turntable. It’s the connective tissue between the record player and the actual record. Without it, a turntable is just a ...

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Arthur C. Clarke is credited with saying that any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic, but when it comes to music, the older gear is more miraculous--and mysterious--to me ...

I picked up a used Realistic Lab-500 turntable, in good shape, but it's missing the cartridge & needle. I've been unable to find a store locally that carries (or can order) a replacement; any ...

Q I am looking to replace my 30-year-old Bang & Olufsen RX-2 turntable because its MMC3 cartridge is fading out. My preamp has a phono input, so I do not need an integrated phono preamp, though I know ...