Wurlitzer

Cartridges for Wurlitzer Jukeboxes

The Model P-51 replacement cartridge

This cartridge is designed to replace the now out of production Astatic #51 ceramic cartridge. A perennial favorite for converting 78 playing Wurlitzer's with "Bear-Paw" or "Lollypop" tone arms to lightweight-record friendly machines.

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

Zenith Cobra

The Zenith Cobra cartridge is found in some 1015 / 1080's with Cobra update/conversion kits, all 1080A through 2200 models and the 2300 through 2600 series with Mono sound systems.

These are the latest design and are brand new factory fresh cartridges.

To replace the needle means replacing the entire cartridge as shown. It's a simple pull-out / push-in fit.

Available in three variations:

3 mil for playing original 78's.

Use with Cobra converted 1015 & 1080's, and all 1100-1650's playing 78's

Replaces the original Red 97-3

3 mil Diamond Tip

Sorry, Cobra's are currently out of stock.

2 mil for playing mono records:

Original and/or reproduction 78's intermixed or 78/45 intermix models like the 1500 series.

Replaces the original Red & Green 97-2

2 mil Diamond Tip

Sorry, Cobra's are currently out of stock.

.7 mil for playing mono or stereo 45's

Fits: 1080A-1650 playing 45's, 1700-2250 all, 2300-2600 mono models

Replaces the original Green 97-1

.7 mil Diamond Tip

Sorry, Cobra's are currently out of stock.

Sonotone 65T

The Sonotone 65T provides a good balance of sound quality and economy.

Use it to replace Sonotone 8T, 9T and 52T cartridges found in stereo versions of Wurlitzer models 2300S-3300.

It can also be used to replace the Astatic #215 and #133 found in 3400-1050 models.

(Note: Fitment my require some slight wiring modifications)

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

Model P-132

The P-132 is a popular choice offering a slightly higher quality from the 65T above.

Excellent for replacing Sonotone 8T, 9T and 52T models found in stereo 2300S-3300 models, or the Astatic #215 and #133 found in 3400-1050 models.

(Note: Fitment my require some slight wiring modifications)

Comes complete with solder lugs and diamond tip needle $20

Replacement diamond needle for P-132

$7 Each

Sonotone 8T

The Sonotone 8T was original equipment for the stereo AMI J / K models and all variations of the Wurlitzer 2300-2600 Stereo Models. A very high quality cartridge offering top sound reproduction.

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

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

Replacement Needle for Sonotone 8T cartridge

Stereo Compliant . 7 mil Diamond tip $7.50

Sonotone 9T

The Sonotone 9T was used in all variations of the Wurlitzer 2700-3200 series.

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

Replacement Needle for Sonotone 9T cartridge

Stereo Compliant .7 mil Diamond tip $9

Magnetic Cartridges for German Models including the OMT

All 3 cartridges listed below are excellent choices for replacing the magnetic type cartridges like the Shure N75C found in many German build Wurlitzer's including the OMT.