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Great information

Ross, your points disclose what I've learned from research for mono playback, and more.

There seem to be unending arguments, or at least differences of opinion, about whether a mono switch or Y adaptor is adequate for mono playback. I think it depends on the records played.

From what I've read, basically no mono cutter heads survived to current days. All the mono records produced for the past 10 to 20 years were made with a stereo cutter head. So anyone playing new mono recordings (do they exist?) or reissues of older mono records can utilize a more modern profile stylus. Playing original monos from the mid-'60s or earlier will be better served by a 1 mil stylus.

Your additional information about true mono designs is a welcomed addition to the stylus profile choice.

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