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Retipping Service

Hey Guys,

The tip on my beloved Zyx Universe has broken off. I'm really missing my analog playback.

The stylus is still just fine. However, I would be tempted to have a diamond stylus, from a Sigma, dropped in. But, that's another dream of mine...

Where's a good place to get my Universe retipped? I've heard good things about Soundsmith. But, I tried contacting them a couple times, and haven't heard back. That was 1.5 months ago and not even sure they're still offering a retipping service.

What would you guys recommend?

-Brian
maddman79
zd542
5,339 posts
 
Try Larry at Hollywood Sound in FL.
jperry
1,408 posts
 
Soundsmith does great work

You could also check with Andy

http://www.phonocartridgeretipping.com/index.html
lewm
6,770 posts
 
I 3rd the notion that Sound Smith does great work. But I was also interested in the service mentioned by Viridian above (see URL). The website is unrevealing as to what this guy does, however. Viridian, do you know what choices of cantilever and stylus shape are available? Anything about price?
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viridian
4,184 posts
 
My friends job was $225.00, if memory serves. Why not just contact Chong and see what he has to offer? I have spoken with him twice and found him to be very knowlegable.
maddman79 OP
3 posts
 
Thanks guys - I greatly appreciate your input!

Chong's retipping service seems like a viable option. Call me old fashioned; but I talking to someone before I pay money and ship an expensive cart.

I'll let you guys know how much this ends up costing and the quality of the work, in case you're interested...

-Brian
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