The metal is attracted by the strong magnets in the cartridge. As to how they get there, it beats me. Since record pressing is a purely mechanical process not carried out in a clean-room, it's possible there's always a bit of metal residue from the plant floating around in the inner sleeve, jacket, etc... I usually brush them off gently using a small artist's paintbrush.
Metal "whiskers" on cartridge body
I checked my stylus/cartridge yesterday, the stylus looked great. However, I noticed metal "whiskers" attached to the front of the cartridge body (an ESCCO modified Zu Denon 103R).
I have no idea where these came from, the cartridge is always stored in a clean wooden box, by itself, when not in use.
Is a there a safe way to remove them? They don't seem inclined to go anywhere, but I'd rather they not be there.
I welcome your thoughts.
Regards,
Dan
I have no idea where these came from, the cartridge is always stored in a clean wooden box, by itself, when not in use.
Is a there a safe way to remove them? They don't seem inclined to go anywhere, but I'd rather they not be there.
I welcome your thoughts.
Regards,
Dan