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How to Change a Record Needle

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By JetFish
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Record needle
Record needle

Although records are not in wide use anymore, there are plenty of records out there which can be played and enjoyed with a record player. In this article you will learn how to change a cartridge needle.

From Quick Guide: All About Record Players
Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  1. Step 1

    Grasp the cartridge between thumb and forefinger.

  2. Step 2

    Slide it forward.

  3. Step 3

    Remove any dust at the connection to the tone arm.

  4. Step 4

    Slide the new cartridge into the pickup.

Tips & Warnings
  • It's best not to let the stylus or needle come into contact with anything but records.

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JetFish said

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on 9/9/2009 truly glad I could help

jenlo said

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on 8/11/2008 had no idea what to do. this was very helpful, I was trying to replace a fisher price needle. thanks!

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