pushbacktosquare Posted January 14, 2013 Share Posted January 14, 2013 So I've been contemplating about replying my stock cartridge for something of better quality. My question / concern is: if I haven't done this myself and have no experience in replacing something like this, is this just something I can "YouTube" and get away with doing with just a tutorial? Or is it something that should be taken care of with a lot of precision? If so, can anyone recommend any shops (around the Los Angeles area) where I can get this installed? Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajxd Posted January 14, 2013 Share Posted January 14, 2013 If you've never done it, its risky to try without some in person guidance. Just check out your local HiFi shops. Tell em you want a new cart, and ask if they will let you watch as they install it. Each cartridge is different. Some you can find online, but a video vs a person? Videos can't cover every angle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbbrew22 Posted January 14, 2013 Share Posted January 14, 2013 How much difference in sound quality does it make to update the cartridge on a very low end TT? I have an Audio Technica AT-LP2D and I'm wondering if its worth it to update my cartage on it until I can afford a better TT. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timbrh2001 Posted January 14, 2013 Share Posted January 14, 2013 Heres a tool you can buy that could help a DIYer http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005KR15HU/ref=aw_ls_1_2?colid=1C1NZUNG8WA92&coliid=I119QURZCQ3PHL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kannibal Posted January 15, 2013 Share Posted January 15, 2013 It's harder to dial it in properly than it is to perform the swap. If a person feels comfortable and confident working with a screwdriver, tweezers, and one's hands, then do it. just know the risks and that there is a chance that the stylus can be damaged. Be careful and eveything should be OK. I.ve changed plenty, the one problem I had was a clasp broke off of a tonearm wire when I pulled it off of the cartridge. I was grasping the clasp properly and was being very careful. The others came off fine. Just making sure that everyone knows that even when you are being careful, accidents happen. If you don't think you can do it, or don't feel comfortable, then get a pro to do it. easy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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