Is Technics SL d2 good?
Very nice turntable. Plays excellent, dependable, handled a wide range of cartridges seamlessly. Maybe a little light but still really solid unit with good build quality.
Can a bad record ruin a needle?
It does not. The needle, or stylus, is made of hard precious stone, and records are made of plastic. These stones are harder than the plastic, so they can withstand the rigors of an uneven surface.
How can I tell if my needle is broken?
If the grooves seem wider and deeper than other records in your collection, it is likely the record has been played to death. If the grooves look good but the sound is still thin or ‘tinny’ then it is needle replacement time.
Can you put any needle on a turntable?
Record player needles are not universal. Every record player uses a specific type of needle. There is sometimes possible to replace a record player needle with a different type, but only if the new needle is compatible with the original needle. This is usually easy to find out with a bit of online research.