Re-tipped cartridges


What is the general consensus of a cartridge that has been re-tipped and rewound? I have read that some re-tipped carts are better than the original, depending on what materials were used.
handymann

Showing 1 response by diggory

I had a Phase Tech P-3 retipped by Soundsmith as i wanted to keep the sonics of the cartridge the same but replace a worn stylus. Retipping is just that and not replacement of the cantilever too as incorrectly stated above. The original stylus is removed and a new one bonded onto the existing cantilever.

There is no change at all in the characteristics of the cartridge from the original which is exactly what i wanted. When the retip wears out then i shall more than likely get the same thing done again.