No problem buying used. Preference is for them to actually be broken. Broken cantilever, missing stylus. Open coil would not interest me.
Off to the retipper once received.
Off to the retipper once received.
Cartridge new or used ?
How do I know if a cartridge is new or used and number of hours played ? 1- If it is bought from an individual or 2- Could it be that a HiFi store sells used or a "Demo" without anyone knowing it? 3- Is a cartridge that remains on the shelf of the store for 3 or 4 years, retains its same performance or its internal parts, can harden and lose their flexibility of reading? 4- Is it easy with a magnifying glass to see the wear of a cartridge, if so what would be the best magnification to use?