The P51 replacement cartridge

This cartridge is designed to replace the now long out of production Astatic #51 ceramic cartridge. 

A perennial favorite for converting 78 playing "Golden-age" jukeboxes to lightweight-record friendly machines.

Also makes an excellent replacement for the crystal cartridges found in Seeburg 146, 147 & 148 models and  Rockola 1422 and 1426.

And for replacing defective or missing Astatic #51's used in AMI A-E120 models and Rockola 1428-1465 jukes.

Available in two versions, one for 45's, one for 78's. 

Max recommended tracking pressure: 10 Grams

(Note: In rare cases fitment my require some modifications)

Cartridge comes complete with Sapphire needle and solder lugs as shown $19

Version #1 For use with stereo or mono 45 RPM records (preloaded with .7 mil stereo compliant needle)

Version #2 For use with original and reproduction 78 RPM records (preloaded with 2 mil needle)

 

Version #3 For use with original 78 RPM records (preloaded with 3 mil needle)

 

#P51 78 RPM Replacement Needles

Sapphire 2 mil tip $7

Diamond 2 mil $9

Sapphire 3 mil tip $7

#P51 45 RPM Replacement Needles

Diamond .7 mil tip $7

Sapphire 1 mil tip $7

Sonotone 65T

The Sonotone 65T provides a good balance of sound quality and economy. This sturdy piece that will fit just about any jukebox that requires a ceramic cartridge.

Candidates include: 

Comes complete as shown with mounting bracket and 4 solder lugs. $14.50

Now On Sale! $12.50

Needle is .7 mil stereo on one side, 3 mil 78 on the other.

65T Replacement Needle

Exact Replacement, .7 mil Diamond Tip Stereo Compliant needle on both sides: $7 Each

P-132 Ceramic Cartridge

This is the # P-132 stereo cartridge. It's my most popular choice for replacing ceramic cartridges and  a slight upgrade from the 65T above.

Candidates include: 

This cartridge is very versatile, it can also be wired with the two sides in parallel for use it in mono machines.

(Note: Fitment my require some modifications)

Comes complete with mounting bracket, solder lugs and .7 mil diamond tip needle $20

Replacement diamond needle for P-132

$7 Each

Astatic #15 Cartridge

Brand new and exact reissue of the original found in many Rockola stereo models including, but not limited to: 1484, 1493, 404, 408, 414, 418, 429, 431, 434, 435, 441, 443, 445. 

Can be used in any jukebox that requires a ceramic cartridge.

A high quality ceramic cartridge, it comes complete with mounting bracket, needle and solder lugs. $65

Stereo compliant .7 mil diamond tip $9

Sonotone 8T

The Sonotone 8T was original equipment on the stereo AMI J / K models and all variations (100, 104 & 200 selection) of the Wurlitzer 2300S-2600S Stereo Models.

Can be used in any jukebox that requires a ceramic cartridge.

This is an exact copy, comes as shown with mounting bracket and needle. $65

(Note, this version has 4 lugs Verses the original which had 3. You will need to tie the two ground lugs together, otherwise it's an exact fit)

Stereo Compliant . 7 mil Diamond tip $7.50

Sonotone 9T

The Sonotone 9T was used in all variations of the Wurlitzer 2700-3200 series and will also fit the 3300 models.

Can be used in any jukebox that requires a ceramic cartridge.

This is an exact fit, comes as shown with mounting bracket, needle and plug. $45

Stereo Compliant .7 mil Diamond tip $9

AT-3400

The AT-3400 is a high quality and economical replacement choice for the GE and Shure magnetic cartridges found in the AMI F-Continental models, United UPA-UPE, Rockola 424-498 (Except some 100 selection models), all Rowe JAL-R94.

Replaces the GE: RPX, RPJ, VRII & VR22 and Shure: M44 & M77

This is a 4 pin stereo cartridge, wire in parallel for use on mono equipped models. 

Sold as shown with removable 1/2" mounting and fasteners $30

$12.50

 

A great replacement for any stereo magnetic cartridge.

Use to replace: GE RPX, RPJ, VRII & VR22 types found in AMI F-Continental and United UPA-UPE models.

Shure M44 & M77 types used on all Rowe models JAL-R94 and most Rockola 424-R1000 models.

Or the various magnetic type cartridges found on late model German built Wurlitzer's like the OMT.

Comes complete as shown with 45/33 play diamond needle $39

NP/AC Replacement Needles

 

.7 mil diamond tip for 45/33 play $15

 

3 mil diamond tip for 78 play $19