Recommendation on Needles

[kevkao]

I know it's been asked before, but couldn't find it anywhere. I'm looking to buy a new pair of upper-end needles that can also scratch. I spin prog/breaks. Also any recommendations on stores that I can purchase these as well.

THnx
Kevin

[hardstylin]

Shure M77's any music store should have them.

[kevkao]

could you be more specific (ie. you recommend Shure M77's based on experience etc.). I also meant recommendation for a store for the best price.

thnx a lot~

[stringbeans]

i think he means the m44-7's .. in which case i recommend them too. i bought mine from tom lees for a decent price, maybe check them out

[C_squared]

Originally Posted by stringbeans

i think he means the m44-7's .. in which case i recommend them too. i bought mine from tom lees for a decent price, maybe check them out

werded!

m44-7's are an industry standard kinda like technics is a standard for playing dubs on.

[Jaytimer]

Ortofon's... I guess those are probably better for playing trance though

[decypher]

shure m44-7's for sure... make sure u weigth and balance em nice, and they'll take a beating

[Colin_Cox]

I've been really happy with Ortofon and Shure Whitelabels.

I recommend buying music gear at Long & McQuade. They have great prices, they have a financing option if necessary, and the guy in the DJ department (Brian) at the Granville/7th L&M is very nice and helpful.

From my experience, Tom Lee Music is a complete rip-off. Their 'blow-out sale' prices are still higher than Long & McQuade's regular prices. In addition, their staff weren't helpful to me at all when I asked them questions, and they had an attitude like it was a bother for them to help me.

Hope this helps!
/C

[kevkao]

thnx for all the help
one other question for the Ortofon needles, what difference does it make to get the one that comes with the headshell and one without?