The turntables are unavoidable symbols of 20th century music and they seem to have come back in force! To get that unavoidable sound, a good turntable needle is essential.

Many people went to their grandparents' attic and brought out the lost glory of the turntables. To get these iconic equipment working again, you need to look at the turntable needles and see if they are in perfect condition. 

 

If they are working, great! You've found a relic that doesn't need repairs. But, if by chance the turntable needle is damaged and you cannot reproduce sound, it is likely that you will have to replace it. The good news is that Aquário has lots of turntable needles available. 

Turntable Needles - essential for quality sound

The fans of these equipments guarantee that the sound produced is of the best quality and there are even those who claim that the sound of the turntables is deeper and has more soul. Did you know that vinyl sales are expected to surpass CD sales in the coming years? According to the RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America), the turnover of vinyls grew by 12.6%, while that of CDs dropped by 41.5%.

These data confirm the growth trend of vinyls in recent years, which has been reflected in the increase in demand for equipment such as record players and record player needles. The turntable needles are a fundamental part of these equipment, as they greatly influence the sound quality. In bad conditions, a turntable needle can even scratch the vinyl.

How to clean a turntable needle?

Like vinyls, record player needles need some care and maintenance, as their lifespan is limited, depending on the use you give them. Over time, the needle accumulates dust, grease or oil present on the surface of the vinyls.. 

We recommend that you frequently check the condition of the needle. When it is very worn, it acquires pointed faces that can even scratch the vinyls. If this dirt is light, you can remove it with a soft, fine brush. If it is harder, you will have to clean it more deeply, with water, isopropyl alcohol (70% water and 30% alcohol) or Zero Dust gel. Never clean your turntable needle with common alcohol, thinner (a solvent for paints and varnishes) or with your finger or nail. 

At Aquário, you can find several models of turntable needles compatible with a wide variety of brands, such as Diamond, Fonestar, Jico, MC, Philips, Sony, among others. At a good price and with the possibility of home delivery, at Aquário you will find the best needle for your record player and bring back the magic of the 80s.

Also see some of turn records that we have available.

 

If you have any questions about turntable styluses, their operation or replacement, please contact us.