Reddit reviews Audio-Technica AT-HS1 Universal Headshell for LP120-USB, LP240-USB, and LP1240-USB Direct-Drive Turntables
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All metal construction with integral finger liftRubber washer for secure fit to tone armColor coded lead wires and cartridge mounting hardwareFits the AT-LP120-USB, AT-LP240-USB and AT-LP1240-USB Direct-Drive Turntables
Here's a headshell that will work, and a cartridge
You will need to download and alignment protractor from VinylEngine and maybe get and overhang gauge if you want overhang to be spot on.
I haven't used the Shure cartridge I linked too, but it's pretty well regarded.
thank you! i wasn’t sure if it was standard or not. any recommendations on a headshell? i think i might go with this audio technica one.
Audio-Technica AT-HS1 Universal Headshell for LP120-USB, LP240-USB, and LP1240-USB Direct-Drive Turntables https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0048XFL18/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_dt-PDb54DATD0
Do you have the platter?
Belts are here: http://www.lpgear.com/category/P4.html
...and you'll need a new headshell in addition to a cart: http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATHS1-Universal-Headshell-AT-HS1/dp/B0048XFL18
Buy a headshell like this and a cartridge like the AT95E.
Here's the original headshell: http://amzn.com/B0048XFL18
Here's the same thing, a bit cheaper, in black: http://amzn.com/B019X1YNOU
The LP120 comes stock with an AT95E cart these days: http://amzn.com/B004NRVUMI
I recently upgraded mine to an AT440MLb (pricey but worth it! Check the 'other sellers' options to save ~$50): http://amzn.com/B00OQUJ1QO
What's your budget? I asked a similar question last week about a Pioneer table I picked up. I got a lot of recommendations to check out Audio Technica cartridges. Check these out as appropriate for your budget:
AT95E
AT120ET
AT440MLE
I'm waiting until next month to go for the AT440MLE personally. I also plan on getting the AT Headshell which should work for you too.
Aw, crap. I was typing too fast. Yes, I did mean the LP120. Sorry about that. Should I switch out the carriage too? http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004NRVUMI/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER and I was thinking about this too http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0048XFL18/ref=gno_cart_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER
Ok so he didn't have a headshell or cartridge, so it's up to me to buy them. Crap.
Do I need a specific kind of headshell and cartridge for my turntable, or can I use any MM cartridge and any headshell? I had my eyes on this cartridge, but wasn't sure if this could only be used with Technica turntables. I was looking at this headshell as well. The main selling point for me on these were their price; I'm trying to find these at cheapest prices possible (while maintaining quality of course). Could I get these, or would they not work with my record player?
Sorry again - I deleted my wall of text and took with it your next two questions.
That Shure looks okay to me. Not sure if it's worth the money, but cartridges aren't my strong point. That headshell should work just fine, too.
You've got to update us if/when you do it.
Would something like this work? And whats your cartridge recommendation for 50 ish dollars?
My thoughts exactly... so I wouldn't be able to use, say one of these? It does say universal but most likely universal for all audio-technica tables... :(