I have a Technics direct drive SL-QD2 which I purchased way back in 1986 and which is still in very good condition.
It's been well used over the years, but less so during the last couple of years. After reading all the posts about vinyl recently, I thought I would get an album or two out of the cupboard and play them. Playing one of my old favourites - Labour of Love by UB40 - was ok, but whilst I sat there listening it suddenly crossed my mind whether any of the parts - the cartridge maybe - could be replaced to improve the sound.
I really have no idea about this, I've exhausted my finances this year for any further significant HiFi purchases, and I only have about 80 albums and no plans to start buying more. I assume the cartridge can be replaced (the cartridge (original) is a Technics P30) but would it improve the sound?, and how much should I spend? (I would not want to spend more than £30-£50).
Any advice gratefully received!
It's been well used over the years, but less so during the last couple of years. After reading all the posts about vinyl recently, I thought I would get an album or two out of the cupboard and play them. Playing one of my old favourites - Labour of Love by UB40 - was ok, but whilst I sat there listening it suddenly crossed my mind whether any of the parts - the cartridge maybe - could be replaced to improve the sound.
I really have no idea about this, I've exhausted my finances this year for any further significant HiFi purchases, and I only have about 80 albums and no plans to start buying more. I assume the cartridge can be replaced (the cartridge (original) is a Technics P30) but would it improve the sound?, and how much should I spend? (I would not want to spend more than £30-£50).
Any advice gratefully received!