Swapping out your turntable's stylus is an upgrade.
While newer turntables tout Bluetooth connections, your speakers are among the pieces of the equation when it comes to audio quality.
Styluses are made of diamond and typically come in elliptical, microliner, Shibata, line contact and spherical shapes.
If you're looking to take your record game to the next level, you'll want to invest in a higher quality stylus.
A Japanese creation in the 1970s designed to play 4-channel vinyl discs, a Shibata's flat narrow point increases the contact area, perfect for high-frequency recordings and high-fidelity playback.
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Swapping out your turntable's stylus is an upgrade. While newer turntables tout Bluetooth connections, your speakers are among the pieces of the equation when it comes to audio quality.
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Swapping out your turntable's stylus is an upgrade.
As vinyl record sales continue to soar, groups of converts are looking to upgrade their turntables. Of course, you can always invest in a high-end record player.
While newer turntables tout Bluetooth connections, your speakers are among the pieces of the equation when it comes to audio quality. Because the stylus is the piece which picks up the grooves of your vinyl record, its quality determines the level of details your record player is going to pick up.
Styluses are made of diamond and typically come in elliptical, microliner, Shibata, line contact and spherical shapes. If you are rocking an older or budget turntable, you're likely using a spherical stylus. If you're looking to take your record game to the next level, you'll want to invest in a higher quality stylus.
If you're looking for a budget-friendly option that delivers performance, consider upgrading to an elliptical stylus. With an oval-shaped tip that increases your turntable's contact area through two radii, elliptical styluses improve your turntable's distortion, frequency response and modulation tracking. Cheaper than the premium options listed below, an elliptical stylus is a midrange option perfect for most casual listeners.
For a more premium experience, consider a microliner stylus elongated tip like those used to cut your records. Microliner styluses are more dependent on a quality setup, so be sure to pair one with a high-end cartridge and tonearms.
A Japanese creation in the 1970s designed to play 4-channel vinyl discs, a Shibata's flat narrow point increases the contact area, perfect for high-frequency recordings and high-fidelity playback.
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