What stylus works with an LP120?

ATN95E
Audio-Technica: ATN95E Replacement Stylus for AT95E, AT-LP120 — TurntableLab.com.

When should I change my Audio Technica stylus?

If you use your turntable every day, it’s best to change your stylus every 6 months. If you only use your turntable every so often, then you might only need to change the stylus once a year. Trust your ears! If your favourite records are sounding funny, then it could be time to get a new stylus.

Are Audio Technica stylus interchangeability?

Question: How do I select a replacement or upgrade stylus for my Audio-Technica VM Series phono cartridge? Answer: All styli for VM Series cartridges are physically interchangeable, making it easy to find either an exact replacement stylus or an upgraded one to take your cartridge to the next level of performance.

How do you straighten a bent stylus?

Align. Try to gently align it with your fingers or a tip of a toothpick if you can’t see any noticeable bend. If there is a bend, you will need to clamp the needle, without touching the tip, in a way that straightens the bend, or you will need to grasp the needle on either side of the bend.

How long does an Audio Technica stylus last?

When does a turntable stylus need to be replaced? Most manufacturers recommend changing your stylus at around 1000 hours of record playing time. So if you’re using your turntable for an hour or so per day on average, ideally you should be changing the stylus every couple of years.

Can a bent stylus be fixed?

Fixing a bent needle for a record player cartridge is a delicate and somewhat challenging procedure. The skills require the hands of a surgeon, the patience of a saint, and a few special tools. Most of the time, a damaged needle on a cartridge means either replace or repair professionally.

How do I know if my stylus is damaged?

On the physical side, there are a few ways to notice if your stylus is damaged. First, check to see if it’s crooked or otherwise misshapen. Even if you can’t see any distortion, you might notice that the stylus is actually skipping or jumping out of the record grooves when it’s playing.