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In my post a week ago on mono LP setup assumptions

I related that my subject research suggested spherical/conical stylus tips are subject to greater tracing distortion. However, John Ellison replied that was not consistent with his own testing comparisons. Neither of us could explain why.

In addition, you may want to consider the records you intend to play. Mono LPs prior to 1958 and certainly those before micro groove may be better served by a spherical stylus. From what I could find out, any mono LP from '58 on, plus all stereo LPs will sound better with a wide profile elliptical. Go to the Lyra site and check out their mono cartridge info for tip guidance.


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