Hey guys, I have a pair of Numark 1625 TTs that a buddy gave me, but there are no needles/cartridges/headshells. There is just an area that looks like something round needs to be screwed in.
Could someone help me out with what I need? I did some research and it looks like I need the headshell, cartridge, and needle.
TBH ditch the numark needles bruv. Dont get the audio technicas either. Take care of your records and buy a set of decent needles. You can pick up a pair of Shure M44’s mounted on headshells for around $150-175 new.
Sounds like solid advice, but I’m just going to be using Traktor timecodes for the first bit to get used to the feel of them, so scratching those isn’t really an issue. And like I said, I am just starting with TTs, so I’m just looking for more of the cheap route to learn for a bit and see if I want to pursue the TT experience.
But it sounds like all I need is the headshell/cartridge/needle.
Theres alot of all-in-one type headshells, that have the headshell, cartridge, and needles.
Stanton makes them, Ortofon is a solid company that makes them as well, or you can grab something like the audio tech that was linked. They are cheap and easily replaceable (so are Time-code vinyl!) theres alot out there but in that price range none will vary to much.
Otherwise you will blow 100+ for 1 ortofon headshell/cart combo.
Well mate I’m only going on what I’ve heard. I am well aware of how to adjust my turntable depending on the particular cartridge thank you, but I appreciate your concern. And of course it’s going to wear your records more if you pile the weight on and scratch. FUCK.