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Crystal cartridge repair
Basementfloods
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12-23-2023, 12:05 PM
Hey all,

This is a bit of a long shot admittedly, but I wandered my way over here after reading Syl’s thread on repairing crystal cartridges and have already tried West Tech Services which I understand are no longer in business. 
I have a 1940s Recordette vinyl cutter with a crystal cartridge that no longer functions. Is there anyone, anywhere that can repair these things? The process appears to be way above my pay grade. 
A photo of the similar cartridge is attached. 
Any suggestions are very much appreciated. Thank you everyone!
Cheers from Catskill, NY. 
Alex


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12-23-2023, 02:10 PM
You might want to message (email or PM) member OldRestorer, he was pretty knowledgeable on the crystal cartridges and might have even rebuilt a few. Only problem is he inherited an antique shop and hasn't been around much lately.
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12-23-2023, 03:46 PM
Maybe try thevoiceofmusic.com. You can definitely buy a ceramic replacement and they may have the expertise to rebuild your crystal cartridge.
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12-23-2023, 06:40 PM
Excellent, thank you both! I’ll follow up with both leads.
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12-24-2023, 07:10 PM
Hello Basementfloods,
Yes ,I go with what Rob said !

Sincerely Richard
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12-25-2023, 01:14 PM
The size of it might point to it being an EM cartridge. No?
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