Empire

LP TUNES REPLACEMENT FOR EMPIRE S4000D/III S4000 D/III STYLUS

The LP Tunes replacement for the Empire S4000 D/III S4000D/III needle stylus is used with the Empire 4000D/III phono cartridge. The stylus features a highly polished special elliptical diamond round shank bonded on an aluminum alloy cantilever. It offers long playing life and very precise tracing of record grooves. It results in very high fidelity, harmonic excellence, clarity and accurate rendition of voice and music.

● Special elliptical diamond for very high fidelity
● .0003 x .0007 inch radii for precision tracing accuracy
● Exquisitely crafted and engineered in Japan
● Genuine, 100% authentic LP TUNES® stylus

Upgrade Stylus and Accessories
For upgrade stylus and accessories that enhance sound quality and fidelity, refer to Related Products.

LP TUNES REPLACEMENT FOR EMPIRE S500LTD STYLUS

The LP Tunes 500LTD stylus is used with the Empire LTD500 phono cartridge. The stylus features a highly polished special elliptical diamond with a .0003 x .0007 inch radii. It offers excellent rendition of voice, music and harmonic detail. The color of the stylus varies.

● Special production high quality replacement for Empire S500LTD stylus
● Made by Japanese shokunin crafting perfection, one stylus at a time
● Highly polished 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical diamond tip
● Custom thin-wall alloy cantilever for groove tracing accuracy and fidelity
● Each stylus undergoes QC and listening test as final inspection
● LP TUNES® stylus - Above and beyond copies and generics

Upgrade Stylus and Accessories
For upgrade stylus that elevates performance and sound quality to a higher level of discernment and musical joy and accessories that enhance fidelity, refer to Related Products.

Empire LTD 500 Cartridge Specifications
- Frequency response: 6-35,000 Hz; 20-20,000 Hz ± 1¾ dB
- Tracking force range: 0.75-1.5 g
- Recommended tracking force: 1 g
- Channel separation @ 200Hz, 1kHz 5kHz: 21, 30, 20 dB
- Stylus size and shape: .2 x .7 mil bi-radial
- Cantilever: Inertially damped taperd aluminum alloy
- Channel balance: within 1.0 db
- Tracking ability @ at 1kHz: 38 cm/sec
- Compliance: 28.5 x 10^-6 cm/dyne
- Output voltage @ 5cm/sec: 5.6 mV
- Load resistance: 47 kOhm
- Capacitance/channel: 150 pf
- Hum sensitivuty @ 60Hz: 0.34uV/A/m
- Vertiacl tracking angle: 20°
- Stylus replacement and color: S500LTD Rose

Note: Specifications provided for reference to the original product only.

LP TUNES REPLACEMENT FOR EMPIRE S600LAC STYLUS

The LP Tunes replacement for the Empire S600LAC needle stylus features a highly polished Vivid Line Contact diamond bonded to a thin-wall Zualum cantilever for natural sound quality and superior extraction of record grooves. It results in highly accurate reproduction of recorded voice, music and harmonics.

LP TUNES REPLACEMENT FOR EMPIRE S66PE/X STYLUS

The LP Tunes replacement Empire S66PE/X stylus has enhanced accurate tracing and tracking of record grooves with its 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical diamond all while providing the user an outstanding listening experience.

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

LP TUNES REPLACEMENT FOR EMPIRE S750LTD STYLUS

Out of stock, please see the 100% compatible LP Tunes Vivid Line S600LAC Replacement Stylus

The LP Tunes replacement for the Empire S750LTD needle stylus is the best and highest performance stylus within the Empire LTD cartridge line. Specified for the LTD 750 cartridge, it can also be used to upgrade the other cartridges within the line: LTD 500, LTD 400 and LTD 200.

The LP Tunes S750LTD replacement stylus features a highly polished ViVid Line Contact diamond bonded to a thin-wall Zualum cantilever to trace the contours of the grooves with superb accuracy for excellent sound quality.

● ViVid Line Contact diamond for excellent tracing accuracy
● Diamond tip r/R radii: 6/75 µm (.0002 x .0030 inch)
● Precision engineered and exquisitely crafted in Japan
● Genuine, 100% original LP TUNES® stylus

LP TUNES REPLACEMENT FOR S800UFR STYLUS

Precision engineered and artisanally crafted in Japan, this fine stylus by LP Tunes offers harmonically detailed and musically appealing performance.

● Special elliptical diamond for very high fidelity
● .0003 x .0007 inch radii for precision tracing accuracy
● Exceptionally engineered and handcrafted in Japan
● Genuine, 100% authentic LP TUNES® stylus

LP TUNES REPLACEMENT FOR EMPIRE S808E-ERD S-808E-ERD STYLUS

Discontinued, will not be seen again. Please consider a new cartridge with needle.

Empire S808E-ERD stylus replacement by LP Tunes with .2 x .7 mil special elliptical diamond tip for very high accuracy and exceptional clarity when playing 33 and 45 RPM records. 1.5 - 3g tracking force. The S808E-ERD stylus is used with the Empire 808E phono cartridge.

● Special elliptical diamond for superb tracing accuracy
● Diamond tip r/R radii: .0002 x .0007 inch
● Excellent sound quality with 33.3 and 45 RPM records

LP TUNES REPLACEMENT FOR EMPIRE S906E STYLUS

The replacement for the Empire S906E needle stylus features a highly polished elliptical diamond for superb tracking and tracing of record grooves. It results in finer detail and harmonically complete sound quality.

LP TUNES REPLACEMENT FOR EMPIRE S917E STYLUS

The LP Tunes replacement for the Empire S917E stylus features a highly polished special elliptical diamond with .0003 x .0007 inch scanning radii mounted on a thin-wall alloy tube. It offers excellent tracing characteristics, natural tonal balance and very accurate reproduction of voice and music.

LP TUNES REPLACEMENT FOR EMPIRE SLTD 750 STYLUS

Out of stock, please see the 100% compatible LP Tunes Vivid Line S600LAC Replacement Stylus

The LP Tunes replacement for the Empire S750LTD stylus is specified for the LTD 750 cartridge - best and highest performance cartridge within the Empire LTD cartridge series. The LP Tunes S750LTD replacement stylus features a highly polished ViVid Line Contact diamond bonded to a custom thin-wall aluminum alloy cantilever to trace the contours of the grooves with superb accuracy for unmitigated sound quality.

● New production finest quality replacement for Empire SLTD 750 stylus
● ViVid Line Contact diamond for excellent tracing precision
● Traces the subtlest contours of the grooves with sentient accuracy
● Diamond tip r/R radii: 6/75 µm (.0002 x .0030 inch)
● Thin-wall alloy tube cantilever for acute groove sensitivity
● Each stylus undergoes continuous QC and final listening test
● LP TUNES® stylus - Above and beyond copies and generics

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

S-SLM444 STYLUS FOR EMPIRE SLM444 CARTRIDGE

The LP TUNES S-SLM444 stylus is specified for the Empire SLM444 cartridge. The stylus like the original features a highly polished 0.3 x 0.5 mil special elliptical diamond tip bonded to an aluminum alloy cantilever.

Empire SLM444 Specifications
- Frequency response: 10-25,000 Hz
- Output voltage @ 1kHz,3.54 cm/sec: 4.0 mV
- Channel separation (minimum) @ 1kHz: 25
- Channel balance: within 1 dB
- Tracking force: 1.75+/-0.3 g
- Net weight: 3.4 g
- Cantilever: Aluminum alloy
- Stylus size & shape: 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical
- Load/Channel: 47 k / 150 pF
- Replacement stylus: S-SLM444, Grip color, Black

Notes: (1) Tracking force greater than the maximum indicated should not be used.
(2) Specifications for original Empire SLM444 cartridge provided for reference only.

LP TUNES S1080LT STYLUS FOR EMPIRE OP155GT (GOLDEN TOUCH) CARTRIDGE

The LP Tunes stylus replacement for the Empire OP155 Golden Touch (GT) features a highly polished ViVid Line Contact diamond titanium bonded to custom a thin-wall aluminum alloy cantilever to trace the contours of the grooves with subtlest accuracy for natural sound quality and harmonic golden touch grace.

● S1080LT Black ViVid Line Contact stylus specified for Empire OP155GT cartridge
● Traces the subtlest contours of the grooves with vivid accuracy
● Titanium bonded diamond tip r/R radii: 6/75 µm (.0002 x .0030 inch)
● Custom thin-wall alloy cantilever for groove tracing accuracy and fidelity
● Made by Japanese shokunin creating perfection, one stylus at a time
● Tracking force: 1.25+/-0.25grams
● LP TUNES® stylus - Above and beyond copies and generics

OP155GT Cartridge Specifications
- Frequency Response bandwidth : 6Hz-40kHz
- Tracking Force : c
- Separation @ 1kHz : 30dB
- Stylus Shape and Size : Para Linear 0.25x2.5 mil
- Cantilever : Gold Plated Aluminum Alloy
- Output@1kHz and 3.54cm/sec : 3.0 mV rms
- Replacement Stylus: S1080LT Black
Specifications are for the original cartrudge and provided for use as reference only.

LP TUNES S2000VL/III VIVID LINE STYLUS
- Upgrade higher fidelity replacement for Empire S2000 Series stylus

The LP Tunes ViVid Line S2000VL/III upgrade stylus replaces the S2000E/III and elevates the tracing accuracy, clarity, harmonic richness and sound quality of the Empire 2000E/III and other cartridges within the series. This brand new special production stylus is made in Japan by master artisans, highly skilled stylus Shokunin steeped in the tradition of zealousness for perfection. The stylus also features the proven and highly regarded ViVid Line diamond titanium bonded to a custom thin-wall cantilever for natural sound quality and exquisite reproduction of recorded material. The fine craftsmanship and materials reflect the very high sound quality of this stylus. Tracking force range: 1.0 - 1.5 grams. The lastest production may vary in color due to supply chain variability.

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

LP TUNES S2000XVL VIVID LINE UPGRADE FOR EMPIRE S2000X STYLUS
- Upgrade higher fidelity replacement for Empire S917E stylus

The LP Tunes S2000XVL upgrade stylus replaces the S2000X and elevates its tracing accuracy, clarity, harmonic richness and sound quality. This brand new special production stylus is made in Japan by master artisans, highly skilled stylus shokunin steeped in the tradition of zealousness for perfection. The stylus also features the proven and highly regarded ViVid Line diamond titanium bonded to a custom thin-wall cantilever for natural sound quality and exquisite reproduction of recorded material. The fine craftsmanship and materials reflect the very high sound quality of this stylus. Tracking force range: 1.0 - 2.0 grams.

● Highest quality upgrade replacement for Empire S2000X stylus
● ViVid Line Contact diamond tip for excellent tracing accuracy
● Extracts missed wave refractions, details and nuances
● Crafted by Japanese shokunin seeking to create perfection with each stylus
● Diamond tip r/R radii: 6/75 µm (.0002 × .0030 inch)
● Custom aluminum alloy cantilever for sensitive response to grooves
● LP Tunes® stylus - Above and beyond copies and generics

LP TUNES S2000Z STYLUS FOR EMPIRE 2000Z CARTRIDGE

LP Tunes S2000Z stylus specified for use with the Empire 2000Z high-performance phono cartridges. This special gold stylus features a highly polished and precision profiled special elliptical diamond with .0003 x .0007 inch tracing and scanning radii bonded to a thin-wall aluminum alloy cantilever for superb tracking and tracing of record grooves. It results in finer detail, clarity and harmonically natural and rich sound quality.

Unlike most Empire styli of similar profile, the S2000Z stylus has a narrower rhombus shaped shank. Edge to edge, it is 0.08 inch or 2.0 mm. Most Empire styli have a rhombus shaped shank thickness of 0.105 inch or 2.7 mm.

● New production S2000Z stylus for Empire 2000Z cartridge
● Sound quality and performance beyond current production substitutes
● Highly polished elliptical diamond tip for very high fidelity
● .0003 x .0007 inch radii for precision tracing accuracy
● Low-mass alloy cantilever for groove tracing accuracy and fidelity
● Crafted by Japanese shokunin seeking perfection with each stylus
● LP TUNES® stylus - Above and beyond copies and generics