Thanks to all, and especially to Rockvirgo for the reference to the Shure FAQ. I found the following response:
"Only the stylus wears out. The cartridge body has no parts that deteriorate. A new stylus returns the product to like-new condition."
So I only need to replace the stylus when needed. The type III stylus is no longer available; has anyone tried the SAS Jico replacement stylus for it? Thanks again.
"Only the stylus wears out. The cartridge body has no parts that deteriorate. A new stylus returns the product to like-new condition."
So I only need to replace the stylus when needed. The type III stylus is no longer available; has anyone tried the SAS Jico replacement stylus for it? Thanks again.