Best Phono Cartridges In January 2025

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You might be planning on getting the Best Phono Cartridges. Everyone loves products that prove to be invaluable investments. Check out our list of Top 10 Best Phono Cartridges here.

To help you in your search, we have completed this list of the Best Phono Cartridges.

Top Rated Best Phono Cartridges Of 2025

Rank	Product Name	Score
1	Turntable Record Player Cartridge Replacement, with 3pcs Ceramic Needle Stylus for LP Phonograph Buy Now	9.7 Buy Now
2	Audio-Technica AT-VM95C Dual Moving Magnet Turntable Cartridge Buy Now	9.5 Buy Now
3	Gemini HDCN-15 Turntable Headshell and Cartridge (Silver) Buy Now	9.1 Buy Now
4	Gemini CN-15 DJ Turntable Cartridge and Needle For Any Standard Headshell Buy Now	8.8 Buy Now
5	Audio-Technica AT85EP Turntable Cartridge with Elliptical Stylus P Mount Buy Now	8.6 Buy Now
6	Sumiko Rainier Phono Cartridge Buy Now	8.3 Buy Now
7	Audio-Technica AT-VM95E Dual Moving Magnet Turntable Cartridge Buy Now	8.1 Buy Now
8	Arsvita Record Player Cartridge,Diamond Stylus Needles Replacement for Turntable, LP,Phono/Phonograph(2 Pack) Buy Now	7.8 Buy Now
9	GRADO Prestige Black3 Phono Cartridge w/Stylus - Standard Mount Buy Now	7.5 Buy Now
10	Turntable Phonograph LP Phono Cartridge Stylus Alignment Protractor Tool – Mirrored Buy Now	7.2 Buy Now

1. Turntable Record Player Cartridge Replacement, with 3pcs Ceramic Needle Stylus for LP Phonograph

• Easy installation. no need tools, you can install the record needle easily by yourself.
• The phonograph needle is in diamond stylus, and plays 33 1/3, 45, 78prm records player.
• The replacement set includes 1pc record cartridge and 3pcs ceramic needles for record player.
• A good record needle replacement for many record players in the market now. e.g. crosley(some models), jensen, victrola, pyle, boytone and others. if you do not confirm fitting with your turntable, you can consult with us first.
• Nice package box to keep the needle well if you do not use. if you are not satisfied with the needle we accept return and refund.

2. Audio-Technica AT-VM95C Dual Moving Magnet Turntable Cartridge

• Aluminum cantilever
• Specially wound coils increase output voltage
• Durable low-resonance polymer housing
• Threaded inserts in cartridge body enable cartridge to be mounted to headshell with just two screws - no nuts required
• Vm95 series dual magnet cartridge with 0.6 mil conical stylus

3. Gemini HDCN-15 Turntable Headshell and Cartridge (Silver)

• / rubber washer for snug fit to tone arm /
• Sturdy silver body w/ tracking arm
• Country of origin: china
• Elliptical stylus for strong tracking / stylus cover for extended life span

4. Gemini CN-15 DJ Turntable Cartridge and Needle For Any Standard Headshell

• Built with a special elliptical diamond polished needle
• A perfect choice of cartridge and ideal for all styles of music playback
• The cn-15 turntable cartridge is designed to easily mount to any standard head shell
• The diamond polish cartridge needle provides strong tracking a long playing life
• At gemini, our goal is to design products that offer value and innovation in the dj, pro audio and consumer electronics markets

5. Audio-Technica AT85EP Turntable Cartridge with Elliptical Stylus P Mount

• Compatible with linear tracking turntables with t4p plug-in connectors, no matter the brand
• Para-toroidal coil construction assures an excellent sonic clarity and wide channel separation
• 0. 3 x 0. 7 mil elliptical cartridge designed specifically to fit linear format p-mount turntables
• Features audio-technicas unique dual moving magnet construction

6. Sumiko Rainier Phono Cartridge

• Moving magnet architecture compatible with nearly any phono stage
• Stylus upgreadeable to olympia or moonstone

7. Audio-Technica AT-VM95E Dual Moving Magnet Turntable Cartridge

• Vm95 series dual magnet cartridge with 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical stylus
• Threaded inserts in cartridge body enable cartridge to be mounted to headshell with just two screws - no nuts required
• Durable low-resonance polymer housing
• Specially wound coils increase output voltage
• Aluminum cantilever

8. Arsvita Record Player Cartridge,Diamond Stylus Needles Replacement for Turntable,

• 3.product advantage: a, the output of the arsvita pickup is higher, frequency characteristics and sound quality are better ,and the stylus can be replaced at any time.
• C, the arsvita cartridge/needle is made of all environment-friendly materials, the metal coating is anti-scratch and not easy to oxidative stain and more durable.the arsvita product is suitable for 90% of the 33 1/3, 45, 78prm phonograph in the market.
• B, compared to the other piezoelectric cartridges, the track force of arsvita diamond ceramic stylus is stronger, the separation and balance are better. ceramic needle stylus force: 4-6 grams output: (at 1k hz=3.54cm/sec) 200-300mv channel distortion: 3 db seperation: 15 db frequency response: 80-10000 hz (7db).
• 2.the package includes : 1 stylus(independent) +1 cartridge(1 stylus included) +1 leveler (gift), which is convenient toset-up level for phono cartridge needle cd, making theequipment more durable and better sound quality.
• 1.compatible with most phonograph brands,e.g. victrola,crosley,boytone... please firstly confirm the compatible type.if you are not satisfied with the quality of product, please don't worry about the return and refund, we have a 60-day refund guarantee , if you have any questions and suggestions, please contact us by feedback, qa or e-mail , we have a professional custo...

9. GRADO Prestige Black3 Phono Cartridge w/Stylus - Standard Mount

• Outer housing dampening technique - 4 high purity copper wire coils
• 4ourears is the exclusive authorized us dealer of grado on amazon - manufacturers warranty applicable in us only
• Turntable cartridge - compatible with most turntables - standard mount
• This is a standard mount, 4 wires to conect - not pmount - see image for connection
• Latest enhancements provide improved performance - twin magnet system

10. Turntable Phonograph LP Phono Cartridge Stylus Alignment Protractor Tool – Mirrored

• Works with any 1/2" mounted cartridge
• Eliminate tracking errors
• You can use it with an s-shaped arm
• Mirrored cartridge alignment protractor provides improved visibility for cartridge alignment
• Link to turntable setup guide with instructions included, printed directly on the protractor