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Replicant 100 stylus longevity - truth or myth?

There are some contradicting opinions on the net about the longevity of the Replicant 100 stylus. 1200 hours, 1000 hours, 800 hours, 600 hours...

I know there have been quite a few discussions in regards to this but I still can't seem to find anything really confirmative as to whether they last longer than that or not except for a couple of Ortofon claims. If there is anyhing I've missed, I'd be grateful if you could point it out to me.

Has anyone clocked more than 1500 hours on any of the Ortofons that use this stylus profile? Opinions?

Thanks!
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downunder
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Truth.

My A90 got to about 1200 hours. I no longer use it, which is a pity as it sounded great.

My two dynavector XV-1s have lasted for around 3000-3500 hours, currently on my 3rd and my current Atlas is rated to last at least 2500 to 3000. only time will tell on that, however both stylus profiles of the XV-1s and Atlas are similar - but not the same.

I believe the lack of longevity is due to its extreme stylus profile.

No more replicant 100 cartridges for me as they do not last log enough.

cheers
downunder
1,329 posts
 
Hi Wrm57

By sonics and starting to not track as well.

One day I'll get someone to look at it.

cheers
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