Needle / Stylus

The Crosley CR-245 CR 245 CR245 Producer CD Recorder turntable was fitted with a stylus which features a 3.0 mil polished diamond for long playing life and correct tracing of 78 RPM wide grooves. 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.

To maintain the playback fidelity of your 78 records you really need to use a stylus designed for 78 RPM records. A very common misconception is that you can use a LP stylus for playing 78 records. This is one quick and sure way to damage the 78 record grooves. Moreover, the LP stylus is much narrower than the 78 record groove hence the tip will slide to the bottom of the groove where debris has collected for many decades. This results in extraordinarily high surface noise and inferior reproduction.

If the stylus above differs from what you have, then it means you no longer have the fitted cartridge. For us to assist you further, we need the cartridge brand and model number. This info is usually inscribed on the cartridge and stylus.

The 78 RPM replacement for the Vestax VR-1SPP VR1SPP stylus features a highly polished 3.0 mil radius diamond for correctly playing 78's records. The color of the stylus varies.

To maintain the playback fidelity of your 78 RPM records you really need to use a stylus designed for 78RPM records. A very common misconception is that you can use a LP stylus for playing 78 records. This is one quick and sure way to damage the 78 record grooves. Moreover, the LP stylus is much narrower than the 78 record groove hence the tip will slide to the bottom of the groove where debris has collected for many decades. This results in extraordinarily high surface noise.

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.

The 78 RPM replacement for the Teac STL-650 STL650 stylus features a 3.0 mil polished diamond mounted on an aluminum cantilever. It is designed specifically for the correct tracing of the wide grooves of 78 RPM records. It results in minimal groove wear and accurate rendition of voice and music. The stylus is made in Japan by one of the most reputable and highest quality replacement stylus manufacturers in the world.

A very common misconception is that you can use an LP stylus for playing 78 RPM records. This is one quick and sure way to damage the 78 RPM record grooves. To maintain the playback fidelity of your 78 record, you really need to use a stylus designed for 78 RPM records, otherwise with just a single playing, you could ruin the fidelity of the record grooves. Moreover, the LP stylus is much narrower than the 78 RPM record groove hence the tip will slide to the bottom of the groove where debris has collected for many decades. This results in extraordinarily high surface noise.

LP TUNES 78 RPM REPLACEMENT FOR LEETAC 402-M208-165 STYLUS

The 78 RPM replacement for the LEETAC 402-M208-165 stylus is equipped with a 3.0 mil polished diamond. This stylus is designed specifically for correct tracing of the wide grooves of 78 RPM records while providing minimum abrasion and maximum sound reproduction.

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

For enhancements to sound quality and fidelity please refer to the Related Products below.

The 78 RPM replacement for the Lasonic 402-M208-165 402M208165 needle stylus features a 3.0 mil diamond for correctly playing 78 RPM records.

To maintain the playback fidelity of your 78 records you really need to use a stylus designed for 78 RPM records. A very common misconception is that you can use a LP stylus for playing 78 records. This is one quick and sure way to damage the 78 record grooves. Moreover, the LP stylus is much narrower than the 78 record groove hence the tip will slide to the bottom of the groove where debris has collected for many decades. This results in extraordinarily high-surface noise.

LP TUNES 78 RPM REPLACEMENT FOR jWIN 402-M208-165 STYLUS

The 78 RPM replacement for the jWIN 402-M208-165 stylus is equipped with a 3.0 mil polished diamond. This stylus is designed specifically for correct tracing of the wide grooves of 78 RPM records while providing minimum abrasion and maximum sound reproduction.

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

For enhancements to sound quality and fidelity please refer to the Related Products below.

The 78 RPM replacement for the Curtis Mathes 402-M208-165 402M208165 stylus features a 3.0 mil polished diamond designed specifically for the correct tracing of the wide grooves of 78 RPM records. It results in minimal groove wear and accurate rendition of voice and music. The stylus is made in Japan by a world-class manufacturer with a reputation for crafting musically excellent and high-quality replacement styli.

A very common misconception is that you can use an LP stylus for playing 78 RPM records. This is one quick and sure way to damage the 78 RPM record grooves. To maintain the playback fidelity of your 78 record, you really need to use a stylus designed for 78 RPM records, otherwise with just a single playing, you could ruin the fidelity of the record grooves. Moreover, the LP stylus is much narrower than the 78 RPM record groove hence the tip will slide to the bottom of the groove where debris has collected for many decades. This results in extraordinarily high-surface noise.

The 78 RPM replacement for the Crosley NP-5 NP5 needle stylus features a 3.0 mil polished diamond designed specifically for the correct tracing of the wide grooves of 78 RPM records. It results in minimal groove wear and accurate rendition of voice and music.

A very common misconception is that you can use an LP stylus for playing 78 RPM records. This is one quick and sure way to damage the 78 RPM record grooves. To maintain the playback fidelity of your 78 record, you really need to use a stylus designed for 78 RPM records, otherwise with just a single playing, you could ruin the fidelity of the record grooves. Moreover, the LP stylus is much narrower than the 78 RPM record groove hence the tip will slide to the bottom of the groove where debris has collected for many decades. This results in extraordinarily high-surface noise.

For the 33.3 and 45 RPM stylus replacements refer to Related Products.

78 REPLACEMENT FOR AUDIO-TECHNICA ATN-93 ATN 93 ATN93 NEEDLE STYLUS

The LP Tunes 78 RPM replacement for the ATN-93 needle stylus is equipped with a 3.0 mil polished diamond. This stylus is designed specifically for correct tracing of the wide grooves of 78 RPM records while providing minimum abrasion and maximum sound reproduction.

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

Stylus Upgrade Options
Premium Upgrade: ATN95E
Superior Upgrade: ATN95VL
Ultimate Upgrade: ATN95SA