The P51 replacement cartridge

This cartridge is designed to replace the now long out of production Astatic #51 ceramic cartridge. 

A perennial favorite for converting 78 playing "Golden-age" jukeboxes to lightweight-record friendly machines.

Also makes an excellent replacement for the crystal cartridges found in Seeburg 146, 147 & 148 models and  Rockola 1422 and 1426.

And for replacing defective or missing Astatic #51's used in AMI A-E120 models and Rockola 1428-1465 jukes.

Available in two versions, one for 45's, one for 78's. 

Max recommended tracking pressure: 10 Grams

(Note: In rare cases fitment my require some modifications)

Cartridge comes complete with Sapphire needle and solder lugs as shown $19.99

Version #1 For use with stereo or mono 45 RPM records (preloaded with .7 mil stereo compliant needle)

Version #2 For use with original and reproduction 78 RPM records (preloaded with 2 mil needle)

 

Version #3 For use with original 78 RPM records (preloaded with 3 mil needle)

 

#P51 78 RPM Replacement Needles

Sapphire 2 mil tip $7

Diamond 2 mil $9

Sapphire 3 mil tip $7

#P51 45 RPM Replacement Needles

Diamond .7 mil tip $7

Sapphire 1 mil tip $7

Sonotone 65T

The Sonotone 65T provides a good balance of sound quality and economy. This sturdy piece that will fit just about any jukebox that requires a ceramic cartridge.

Candidates include: 

Comes complete as shown with mounting bracket and 4 solder lugs. $15

Needle is .7 mil stereo on one side, 3 mil 78 on the other.

Out of Stock

65T Replacement Needle

Exact Replacement, .7 mil Diamond Tip Stereo Compliant needle on both sides: $8 Each

P-132 Ceramic Cartridge

This is the # P-132 stereo cartridge, it's my most popular choice for replacing ceramic cartridges and a nice upgrade from the 65T above.

Candidates include: 

This cartridge is very versatile, it can also be wired with the two sides in parallel for use it in mono machines.

(Note: Fitment my require some modifications)

Comes complete with mounting bracket, solder lugs and .7 mil diamond tip needle $20

Optional 45/78, diamond .7 mil / sapphire 3 mil needle for P132  $8

Standard 45/33 .7 mil replacement diamond needle for P-132  $8 Each

Sonotone 8T

I have a limited supply of these beautiful re-issue Sonotone 8T cartridges. 

The Sonotone 8T was original equipment on the stereo AMI J / K models and all variations (100, 104 & 200 selection) of the Wurlitzer 2300S-2600S Stereo Models.

Can be used in any jukebox that requires a ceramic cartridge.

(Note, this version has 4 lugs Verses the original which had 3. You will need to tie the two ground lugs together, otherwise it's an exact fit)

This is an exact copy, comes as shown with mounting bracket and needle. $70

On Sale! $65

Stereo Compliant . 7 mil Diamond tip $8

Sonotone 9T Re-Issue

The Sonotone 9T was used in all variations of the Wurlitzer 2700-3200 series and can also be fitted the 3300 and later models.

Can be used in any jukebox that requires a ceramic cartridge.

This is an exact fit, comes as shown with mounting bracket, needle and plug. $50

On Sale! $46.99

Stereo Compliant .7 mil Diamond tip $9

Sonotone 9T Vintage

The Sonotone 9T was used in all variations of the Wurlitzer 2700-3200 series.

These are new vintage stock made by EV in their original cases.

This is an exact fit, comes as shown with mounting bracket & needle. $40

Total available inventory 1 piece