Cartridges, Vinyl, Stylus, Turntable
Generally speaking, will a cheap, non-expensive cartridge (Sumiko Pearl, $120) damage an audiophile record? I’m concerned about wear and damage to a record. In this case, I’m not concerned about sound quality.
I ask this question because I have a high end system with a very expensive cartridge. Lots of pristine, audiophile LPs.
I plan to set up a less expensive system in another room which will get lots more activity. I do not want to buy an expensive cart.
Would playing precious records using an inexpensive cartridge damage a record?
Assuming the stylus is in good condition.
noromance, No. But shamefully, I have not updated my profile in years and The Joint is completely different. I will try to update soon. I am setting up a second system in the living room where everyone in the house can play some vinyl. The Joint is my primary dedicated listening room. Hope all is well with you. Stay cool. |
AS long as the cartridge is properly aligned, and the stylus isn't worn or damaged, I believe you can play your records on the second turntable without fear. Nor do the two cartridges in use have to have the same stylus profile (theoretically, if they have different profiles each will travel on a different part of the groove and potentially lessen any wear). |
@lewm 1+ Why on God's green earth would you need a turntable in a secondary system? Save you records for serious listening and do digital for the secondary system. |
+1 @mijostyn That was my first impression too |
