P-51 Replacement Cartridges
This brand new cartridge is designed to
replace the now out of production Astatic #51 originally found in 1428-1465 models.
>Will also work in earlier 30's & 40's models with converted
tone arms<
It's the closest match to the original Astatic 51 available and is
currently available in three versions
Max recommended tracking pressure: 8 grams for 78 play and 6 grams
on 45 play
Changing to this cartridge from the original will require some
soldering and may also require some fitment/modifications
Cartridge sold complete as shown with needle installed and 2
solder lugs
45 and Repro 78 play
with Sapphire Tip For
use with stereo or mono 45 RPM records or new 78's only (Sold with a
Sapphire .7 mil stereo
compliant needle) $19.99
45 and Repro 78 play
with Diamond Tip For
use with stereo or mono 45 RPM records or new 78's only (Sold with a
Diamond .7 mil stereo
compliant needle) $29.99
Currently Out Of Stock
2 mil: Best machines that Play 45's
and 78's or new and old 78's intermixed For use with
original and reproduction 78 RPM records (Sold with a 2 mil sapphire needle
installed)
$19.99
3 Mil: Best for machines playing
vintage 78s For use with
original 78 RPM records (preloaded with 3 mil needle) $22.99
P51 Replacement Needles
Sapphire
2 mil tip $10 The best compromise if intermixing new and
original 78's
Sapphire 3 mil tip $12.99 Best choice for
original 78's
P51 45 RPM Replacement Needles
Diamond .7 mil tip $14.95 Best overall
pick for 45/33 records
Currently Out of Stock
Sapphire .7 mil tip $10 Good for stereo & mono 45's/33's,
but shorter life then diamond tip
Sapphire 1 mil tip $10 Best for mono 45's/33's, but will play
most stereo records although sound quality may be sub-par
