@OP. I've never heard of a stylus becoming detached from a cantilever due to groove contamination. Regarding buying a second TT/Cartridge, if you don't have one, an utrasonic record cleaning machine would be a better investment. You'll get less clicks and pops and your records will sound better as well.
Cartridge wear with clicks and pops…?
As the title says…I am looking for input about cartridge wear.
I currently have a Hana Red , which to be frank was a stretch for me financially. I love it…!
While most of the vinyl I play is in mint condition and carefully cleaned etc I do have some older vinyl , both original stuff I bought in the day ( 1970’s , but taken care of..) and original pressings from late 50’s on.
The question is.
When playing the older stuff with some clicks and pops am I “ exponentially “ increasing the wear on my Red?
With the price part of me could rationalize buying a nice “ starter” deck and cartridge ( denon 103 type thing) to play my less pristine vinyl on.
Rational fact based opinions?
Not anything I’m obsessing over but the thought floats though my mind occasionally so i thought I’d see what you all thought.
Thanks in advance for the thoughtful input!