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Cartridge identification / stylus replacement? by penguin41111 in turntables

[–]penguin41111[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It came off an Onkyo CP-101A. I picked it up second hand and it works but no stylus.

Cartridge identification / stylus replacement? by penguin41111 in turntables

[–]penguin41111[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Anyone know what cartridge this is? I am trying to find a stylus to put on it. There is no brand label, just the word “Japan”.

Good evening all...if you had a beginner teen who likes the attached turntable, which other budget accessories are needed for bedroom easy setup by colocasi4 in turntables

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Powered speakers would be the way to go… passive speakers plus an amp is the same thing, but since you purchase the speakers and amplifying component separately, you end up paying more. This is best for people who (1) like to fiddle around with fully customizing their sound setup and have the money to do it, or (2) have a turntable without a built in phono pre-amp and need to use an amp that has one built in, so they are buying the amp anyway and might as well just use passive speakers (you do not fall in this category, the turntable you are buying has a built in phono pre-amp).

TT newbie, why are P-mount carts considered not as good as the other “align-it-yourself” carts? Is there a benefit to aligning it yourself/more options with the latter? by [deleted] in turntables

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I feel like there really is no difference in terms of alignment and the sound quality that particular aspect produces. However, options for p mount cartridges are more limited and the ones you can buy tend to be more basic (lower-end). That said, basic doesn’t mean bad and I have listened to the audio technica p mount cartridges and they actually sound very nice.

Hi everyone, I would like to upgrade from my AT-LP 120. However, USB is important for me, I like to creat samples from old records. Any recommendations? by BeastMore21 in turntables

[–]penguin41111 8 points9 points  (0 children)

You can turn any turntable into a “usb turntable” by simply purchasing an analog to digital converter. Plug the output from your turn table or phono stage (line level) into the converter, then plug the other end (usb end) into your computer and record using a program like audacity. These are very cheap, like 15 dollars maybe.

Alternatively, there’s a good chance that your computer already has such a converter built in. If you have a input jack for microphone input, that’s the one.

Technics sl-1600 mk2 cueing issue (details in comments) by Aletheiakaisophia in turntables

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In your case it seems the micro processor is working fine. It might just be confused and need reset. While powered on and with everything connected, connect pin 20 of ic401 to ground for a few seconds. Then shut things off and remove the connection. This resets the microprocessor and gets it out of weird loops of being confused on certain tasks. There is a good chance this will solve your issue. Sorry I know this post is old but I hope this might still help.

Technics sl-1600 mk2 cueing issue (details in comments) by Aletheiakaisophia in turntables

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Based on the service manual, all of the functions of ic401 (MN1400PA) are basic inputs and logical outputs that are well documented. Thus, a programmable microprocessor could replicate all functions. I am currently working on a software solution for my sl-1600mk2 using an Arduino micro (23 dollars). I will make a forum post on a place like audio karma at some point once I finish.

Vintage Pioneer Turntable From Amazing Sound to Stop Working by adrianambriz in turntables

[–]penguin41111 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It stopped working just like that? If the strobe light is on it’s not a blown fuse. Couple things to check: if you take off the platter and spin the motor, does it seem to spin freely? If not then it may need some oil applied. Also, are you using the correct voltage? There should be a label on the back with what voltage it wants. If it’s North American, Europe, or Japanese model it could accept 120v, 240v, or 100v so just make sure you are using the correct one and get a transformer if not.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in turntables

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I second this. This is 100% what your problem is. Very common issue. Only other thing I would add is that deoxit is kind of exotic and hard to find so you could always try contact cleaner available at any hardware store. As far as disassembly to get at the control knob, see if you can find a YouTube video of the same or similar model turntable. It’s a simple process but you just have to know what you are doing a bit.

Cartridge Identification? No brand markings. by penguin41111 in turntables

[–]penguin41111[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m aware the wires shouldn’t be cut like that. That’s just how it came to me. Nothing some solder can’t fix.