Hitachi Needles / Stylus

The original manufacturer improved replacement for the Hitachi DS-ST7 DSST7 stylus features a highly polished conical diamond mounted on a metal alloy cantilever for long playing life and tight grip on record grooves. It results in delivering finer detail and clarity.

For a stylus replacement that offers improved sound quality and performance, refer to the Related Products.

JICO REPLACEMENT HITACHI N-78 N78 STYLUS

The N-78 stylus performs well with its polished 0.7 mil conical diamond tip while providing the user with long playing life and accuracy.

The color of this stylus has changed over the years. Please be sure to compare your stylus with this stylus before ordering. Do not order this stylus if it looks different than the stylus that you have.

⚠ If you are unsure if this is the correct stylus please contact us here

Beware of counterfeits! There is only one Jico distributor in the US, Canada and all of the Americas: LP Tunes. A Jico stylus comes in Jico packaging or with Jico US engraved on the stylus. All others are selling styli of unknown origin and quality. Contact us to verify the authenticity of the claimed Jico stylus before buying.

LP TUNES DS-ST12 STYLUS FOR HITACHI HT-7A HT 7A HT7A TURNTABLE

The Hitachi HT-7A HT 7A HT7A turntable was fitted with a Hitachi MT-12 MT12 phono cartridge and a Hitachi DS-ST12 DSST12 stylus. A photo of the stylus replacement is supplied above. The stylus features a highly polished conical diamond for long playing life and good rendition of voice and music. The color of the stylus varies.

● DS-ST12 stylus for Hitachi MT-12 cartridge fitted to HT-7A turntable
● Restores cartridge to its original factory specifications
● Special precision polished conical diamond tip for high fidelity
● .0006 inch radii for tracing accuracy and reduced record wear
● Aluminum alloy cantilever for firm and responsive contact with LP grooves
● Made in Japan by LP Tunes

Do not order this stylus if it looks different from what you have. It will not fit if the original cartridge is missing or has been changed. Please contact us if you need assistance or prefer a new cartridge. If possible, provide us with the markings on the existing cartridge and stylus (look for the brand and model number). Photos will be helpful.

Upgrade Options
- For upgrades and accessories that enhance sound quality and fidelity, refer to Related Products.

LP TUNES DS-ST26E STYLUS FOR HITACHI HT-550 HT 550 HT550 TURNTABLE

The Hitachi HT-550 HT 550 HT550 turntable was fitted with a Hitachi VFS-261E phono cartridge and a DS-ST26E stylus. A photo of the stylus replacement is supplied above. The LP Tunes replacement features an aluminum cantilever and a highly polished elliptical diamond for more effective tracking and tracing of record grooves. It results in superb musical accuracy, natural tonal balance and complete harmonic detail. The color of the stylus varies. Please verify and use this as a guide only since the cartridge and stylus may have been changed through the years.

● Finest DS-ST26E stylus for Hitachi VFS-261E fitted to HT-550 turntable
● Elliptical diamond tip for expressive and eloquent sound quality
● Special elliptical diamond for very high fidelity
● .0003 × .0007 inch radii for precision tracing accuracy
● Superbly engineered and exquisitely crafted in Japan
● LP TUNES® stylus - Above and beyond copies and generics

Do not order this stylus if it looks different from what you have. It will not fit if the original cartridge is missing or has been changed. Please contact us if you need assistance or prefer a new cartridge. If possible, provide us with the markings on the existing cartridge and stylus (look for the brand and model number). Photos will be helpful.

Upgrade Options
- For upgrades and accessories that enhance sound quality and fidelity, refer to Related Products.

LP TUNES DS-ST26E STYLUS FOR HITACHI HT-660 HT 660 HT660 TURNTABLE

The Hitachi HT-660 turntable was fitted with a Hitachi VFS-261E phono cartridge and a DS-ST26E stylus. A photo of the stylus replacement is supplied above. The LP Tunes replacement features an aluminum cantilever and a highly polished elliptical diamond for more effective tracking and tracing of record grooves. It results in superb musical accuracy, natural tonal balance and complete harmonic detail. The color of the stylus varies.

● Finest DS-ST26E stylus for Hitachi VFS-261E fitted to HT-550 turntable
● Elliptical diamond tip for expressive and eloquent sound quality
● Special elliptical diamond for very high fidelity
● .0003 × .0007 inch radii for precision tracing accuracy
● Superbly engineered and exquisitely crafted in Japan
● LP TUNES® stylus - Above and beyond copies and generics

Do not order this stylus if it looks different from what you have. It will not fit if the original cartridge is missing or has been changed. Please contact us if you need assistance or prefer a new cartridge. If possible, provide us with the markings on the existing cartridge and stylus (look for the brand and model number). Photos will be helpful.

Upgrade Options
- For upgrades and accessories that enhance sound quality and fidelity, refer to Related Products.

LP TUNES STYLUS FOR HITACHI HT-65S HT 65S HT65S TURNTABLE

When a Hitachi cartridge was factory installed in a Hitachi HT-66 HT 66 HT66 turntable, it was fitted with a Hitachi MT-35 MT35 phono cartridge and a Hitachi DS-ST35 DSST35 needle stylus. A photo of the stylus replacement is supplied above. The color of the stylus varies. Please verify and use this as a guide only since the cartridge and stylus may have been changed through the years.

● Latest quality DS-ST35 stylus for Hitachi MT-35 cartridge
● Restores sound to its previous clarity and detail
● Special conical diamond tip for raw and untainted fidelity
● Custom alloy cantilever for excellent tactile acuity to grooves
● Made in Japan by shukonin masters in the tradition of perfection
● LP TUNES® stylus - Above and beyond copies and generics

Do not order this stylus if it looks different from what you have. It will not fit if the original cartridge is missing or has been changed. Please contact us if you need assistance or prefer a new cartridge. If possible, provide us with the markings on the existing cartridge and stylus (look for the brand and model number). Photos will be helpful.

Upgrade Options
- For upgrades and accessories that enhance sound quality and fidelity, refer to Related Products.

LP TUNES DS-ST8 STYLUS FOR HITACHI HT-300 TURNTABLE

Sold out. Please see the 100% compatible LP Tunes Replacement for the Hitachi DS-ST8 Stylus ($29.98).

The  LP Tunes DS-ST8 replacement stylus is specified for the Hitachi MT-9 cartridge that was originally attached to the HT-300 turntable.

● DS-ST8 stylus for MT-8 cartridge fitted to Hitachi HT-300 turntable
● Conical diamond tip for good fidelity and long playing life
● Diamond tip r/R radius: 15 µm (.0006 inch) conical diamond tip
● Carbon fiber cantilever for excellent tactile acuity to grooves
● Superbly engineered and masterly crafted in Japan
● LP TUNES® stylus - Above and beyond copies and generics

Do not order this stylus if it looks different from what you have. It will not fit if the original cartridge is missing or has been changed. Please contact us if you need assistance or prefer a new cartridge. If possible, provide us with the markings on the existing cartridge and stylus (look for the brand and model number). Photos will be helpful.

Upgrade Options
- For upgrades and accessories that enhance sound quality and fidelity, refer to Related Products.

LP TUNES REPLACEMENT FOR HITACHI DS-ST103 DS ST103 DSST103 STYLUS

The replacement for the Hitachi DS-ST103 DSST103 stylus features a highly polished elliptical diamond for long playing life and very accurate reproduction of voice and music recorded on the record grooves. The color of the stylus varies.

LP TUNES REPLACEMENT FOR HITACHI DS-ST15 STYLUS

The LP Tunes replacement for the Hitachi DS-ST15 needle stylus features a highly polished conical diamond for precision tracing of record grooves, long playing life and good rendition of voice and music.

Upgrade Options
- For upgrades and accessories that enhance sound quality and fidelity, refer to Related Products.

LP TUNES REPLACEMENT FOR HITACHI DS-ST70 DSST70 STYLUS

The original manufacturer replacement for the Hitachi DS-ST70 DSST70 is designed for use with the Hitachi M-70 cartridge. The stylus features a highly polished conical diamond for long playing life, reduced record wear and good rendition of voice and music.

Upgrade Options
- For upgrades and accessories that enhance sound quality and fidelity, refer to Related Products.

LP TUNES REPLACEMENT FOR HITACHI DS-ST70E DSST70E STYLUS

Designed as upgrade stylus for the Hitachi MT-70 cartridge, the LP Tunes replacement for the Hitachi DS-ST70E DSST70E needle stylus features an aluminum cantilever and an elliptical diamond for more effective tracking and tracing of the record groove. It results in superb musical accuracy, natural tonal balance and complete harmonic detail.

LP TUNES REPLACEMENT FOR HITACHI DS-ST8 DSST8 STYLUS

The LP Tunes replacement for the Hitachi DS-ST8 (N-7003) stylus is specified for use with the Hitachi MT-8 cartridge (CN-7003). The stylus features a conical diamond tip for very good rendition of voice and music. The stylus is made in Japan.

● Finest quality DS-ST8 stylus for Hitachi MT-8 cartridge (CN-7003)
● Conical diamond tip for good fidelity and long playing life
● Diamond tip r/R radius: 15 µm (.0006 inch) conical diamond tip
● Carbon fiber cantilever for excellent tactile acuity to grooves
● Superbly engineered and masterly crafted in Japan
● LP TUNES® stylus - Above and beyond copies and generics

LP TUNES LPS ST17 NEEDLE FOR HITCHI SDT-8420 CASSETTE TURNTABLE

BSR LPS ST17 needle for original cartridge installed on Hitachi SDT-9420RS turntable.

Do not order this stylus if it looks different from what you have. It will not fit if the original cartridge is missing or has been changed. Please contact us if you need assistance or prefer a new cartridge. If possible, provide us with the markings on the existing cartridge and stylus (look for the brand and model number). Photos will be helpful.

Upgrade Options
- For upgrades and essentials that enhance sound quality and fidelity, refer to Related Products.

LP TUNES STYLUS FOR HITACHI HT-20S HT 20S HT20S TURNTABLE

The Hitachi HT-20S HT 20S HT20S turntable was fitted with a Hitachi MT-15 phono cartridge and a Hitachi DS-ST15 needle stylus. A photo of the stylus replacement is supplied above. The stylus replacement features a highly polished conical diamond for precision tracing of record grooves, long playing life and good rendition of voice and music. The color of the stylus varies. Please verify and use this as a guide only since the cartridge and stylus may have been changed through the years.

Do not order this stylus if it looks different from what you have. It will not fit if the original cartridge is missing or has been changed. Please contact us if you need assistance or prefer a new cartridge. If possible, provide us with the markings on the existing cartridge and stylus (look for the brand and model number). Photos will be helpful.

Upgrade Options
- For upgrades and accessories that enhance sound quality and fidelity, refer to Related Products.

LP TUNES STYLUS FOR HITACHI HT-350 HT 350 HT350 TURNTABLE

The automatic direct drive Hitachi HT-350 turntable was fitted with a Hitachi VFS-261 phono cartridge and a Hitachi DS-ST26 DSST26 stylus. A photo of the stylus replacement is supplied above. The stylus features a highly polished 0.5 c 0.6 mil diamond tip for long playing life and very accurate rendition of voice and music. The color of the stylus varies. Please verify and use this as a guide only since the cartridge and stylus may have been changed through the years.

● Symmetric™ 0.5 x 0.6 mil diamond for tracing accuracy
● Highly polished diamond tip for long-playing life
● Made in Japan

Do not order this stylus if it looks different from what you have. It will not fit if the original cartridge is missing or has been changed. Please contact us if you need assistance or prefer a new cartridge. If possible, provide us with the markings on the existing cartridge and stylus (look for the brand and model number). Photos will be helpful.