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Record Player Needles in Galway City...

Dave Van Ronk · 2010-07-05 16:39:30

Hello turntable DJ's & vinyl junkies.. I've received an old record player (Sonix Continental 2000) that I've decided to repair. However I know zip about where to purchase a needle or even what type of needle to purchase. I presume there are different models of needles & if so how do I know which needle to choose.. Also…

05-07-2010 4:39pm

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Dave Van Ronk

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Hello turntable DJ's & vinyl junkies..

I've received an old record player (Sonix Continental 2000) that I've decided to repair.

However I know zip about where to purchase a needle or even what type of needle to purchase.

I presume there are different models of needles & if so how do I know which needle to choose..

Also what shops/sites do be recommended...?

Much regards,

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#2 05-07-2010 4:58pm

fish fingers

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Try Back to Music on Abbeygate st. Down beside Sally Longs.

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#3 05-07-2010 4:59pm

Dave Van Ronk

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Really ? I thought they were all cheapo guitars..Ok cheers

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#4 05-07-2010 7:47pm

dantbyhid

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Maplin do needles for record players.

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#5 05-07-2010 9:07pm

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You need a BSR cartridge with a ST16 stylus fitted.

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#6 05-07-2010 9:10pm

Dave Van Ronk

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Nice one, thanks for the help:)

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