LP Tunes FAQ

How do I know what stylus/needle to buy?

  • Identify the make and model of your turntable. Ex. Audio Technica AT-PL120
  • Identify the make and model of your cartridge and/or stylus. Ex. Audio Technica ATP-2X
    • If the cartridge and/or stylus on your turntable have no brand or model number, please email us a photo of it and the make and model of your turntable.
    • If there is no cartridge and/or stylus on your turntable, please send us the make and model of your turntable and we will assist you with finding the correct cartridge and stylus.
    • If you are referencing the turntable’s owner’s manual for your cartridge make and model, be sure to check what is currently fitted to your turntable. If the cartridge that is currently fitted to your turntable does not match what is listed in the manual, you will end up with the wrong stylus. Please contact us for assistance in finding the correct stylus.
  • Search LP Tunes for the turntable or cartridge make and model number. You will find results for a compatible stylus replacement.
    • Inspect and compare your stylus to the image of the stylus on LP Tunes. Generally, the appearance should match besides the variation in color if there is one.

Stylus Care

  • Don't touch the tip!
  • To prevent distortion, muffled sound, noise and excessive stylus wear, make it a practice to clean each record before playing it.
  • Foreign matter or dust can also collect on the stylus itself. It should be checked before playing each record.
  • Be careful not to strike the stylus tip with any object, touch it with bare hands, or damage it in any other way.
  • Please refrain from using excessive force or touching the cantilever unless absolutely necessary (i.e. for the purpose of cleaning).
  • Greater force than the tracking force prescribed may damage the stylus tip or the record groove, or distort sound reproduction.

When will my order ship? How do I track my order?

All orders take on average 1-2 business days to process before being shipped. Please log into your account to check order status and tracking.

How much is my shipping?

Shipping is automatically calculated prior to submitting your payment information.  Simply add items to your cart and proceed to the Checkout page where you will be offered Shipping Method choices and their prices.

How do I return my product?

Please refer to the returns policy for detailed instructions.

Please contact us here or send us an email at info@lptunes.com for any additional questions.

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Stylus for Pioneer Empire CE-2000E CE2000E cartridge
Richard Jones (East Syracuse, US)
CE2000E

This stylus fit my 50 year old Pioneer HK-8855 pertectly. Very Satisfied.

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Stylus for Sony PS-LX1 PS LX1 PSLX1 turntable
Melisa Swanson (Minneapolis, US)
Tunes in my house

We inherited an old turntable, which seemed to be useless, couldn’t get any albums to play properly. Decided to try a new needle. I used the free service to help you find the correct choice. It was shipped and packaged very well. And lo and behold we have beautiful music playing. I am beyond happy! And the prompt responses to help with selecting the right one was a pleasant surprise. Great customer service! Thank you

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JICO SAS stylus replacement for Shure N110HE stylus
Terrance Galuska (Indianapolis, US)
New Life!

I purchased the SAS stylus for a p mount Shure 110HE cartridge for my Technics SL-M3. Before this stylus upgrade the cartridge was lifeless. With the upgrade it sounds amazing! Almost as good as my go to Cartridge which is a Technics EPC-310MC. Amazing quality and quick shipping from LP tunes

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Stylus for Garrard 1212 turntable
Jp strange (Dallas, US)

Stylus for Garrard 1212 turntable

Needle Replacement

Wonderful to hear music from my record collection again. Thanks. LP Tunes

CARBON FIDELITY CFT4PSE cartridge

I have an old Onkyo turntable and not a clue what cartridge I needed. LP Tunes has great customer service! I sent some photos of what I had and they gave me two good suggestions. I chose the Carbon Fidelity CRT4PSE. It fit perfectly and I have been enjoying my vinyl once again! My collection is old but the sound is great!!

Replacement belts for Pioneer turntable over 30 years old

Knowledgeable , precise and detailed information politely and efficiently supplied. Confirmed with an informative and efficient delivery service to the UK.

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Stylus for Marantz TT-151 TT 151 TT151 turntable
Robyn Porath (Maryland Heights, US)
LP Tunes comes through.

Looked over numerous websites found that LP Tunes carried the exact needle I required. The needle works and sounds amazing with my system.