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new to turntables.....need help

Hello! Today I picked up a Technics SL-D2 at a garage sale for what I think was a solid deal ($5). The player seems to be solidly built and plays nicely. Are there any upgrades my fellow members would recommend to help "improve" the sonics? New cartridge? Like I said, I am a "newbie" to the record world and if any A-gon members would like to offer a helpful suggestion, I am very appreciative. I am also willing to learn the hard way but I thought I would try here first!!
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seandtaylor99
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A new cartridge is critical if the condition is unknown (which it probably is). You risk damaging records permanently if you play with a bad stylus.

I'm afraid I'm not familiar with your deck but Audio technica makes some cartridges for both p-mount and standard cartridge fittings that are very good value for money. I particularly like the AT-95E.

You can try www.turntablebasics.com, or www.lpgear.com ... I've had good service from both of them.
seandtaylor99
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I googled the SL-D2 and it looks like it takes a standard cartridge, not a P-mount. If you fit the cartridge yourself you'll need a protractor. You can download a free one from enjoythemusic, but the turntablebasics mirrored protractor is very good for very little money. If the deck has a way to set the tracking force you'll be all set, if not get the turntable basics one ... it's cheaper than the Shure. Be careful not to track too light ... contrary to what you;d think it can damage records.
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