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Victrola Century Record Player Stylus/Needle Replacement

Introduction

If your Victrola Century Record Player (model VTA-820SB) is skipping while playing a record (even after cleaning it), you may need to replace the stylus, also known as the record needle. Follow this guide to help you replace the Victrola LC1 stylus in your record player.

The needle is a vital part of a working record player. When the stylus isn't working, it can lead to several issues, such as skipping, or it could even damage your records.

Before you begin, make sure to turn off your record player and unplug the power cord to prevent damage. Place the record player on a stable work surface when following this guide.

What you need

  1. Victrola Century Record Player Stylus/Needle Replacement, Stylus: step 1, image 1 of 3 Victrola Century Record Player Stylus/Needle Replacement, Stylus: step 1, image 2 of 3 Victrola Century Record Player Stylus/Needle Replacement, Stylus: step 1, image 3 of 3

    • Disconnect all cables.

    • MAKE SURE THE RECORD PLAYER IS TURNED OFF.

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    • Unplug the power cable.

    • MAKE SURE THE POWER IS OFF.

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  4. Victrola Century Record Player Stylus/Needle Replacement, Front view of opening the record player's top: step 3, image 1 of 3 Victrola Century Record Player Stylus/Needle Replacement, Front view of opening the record player's top: step 3, image 2 of 3 Victrola Century Record Player Stylus/Needle Replacement, Front view of opening the record player's top: step 3, image 3 of 3

    • Open the top of the record player.

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    • Pull the hinge forward to lock it in place so the lid stays open.

    • Do not put your fingers in the hole—you could get pinched.

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  6. Victrola Century Record Player Stylus/Needle Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 3 Victrola Century Record Player Stylus/Needle Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 3 Victrola Century Record Player Stylus/Needle Replacement: step 5, image 3 of 3

    • Use a spudger to push down on the red cartridge.

    • Pull off the cartridge and stylus.

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  7. Victrola Century Record Player Stylus/Needle Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 3 Victrola Century Record Player Stylus/Needle Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 3 Victrola Century Record Player Stylus/Needle Replacement: step 6, image 3 of 3

    • Slide the new cartridge into the headshell and gently press until it clicks into place.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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