When should I replace my turntable stylus?

StylusScope helps you know when it’s time to replace your stylus or how to optimise your cartridge setup.

For decades, this has been a guessing game—one that risks damaging records or slowly degrading sound quality. Most record lovers rely on rough estimates, visual checks, or wait until distortion becomes obvious. StylusScope removes that uncertainty with a clear, repeatable way to assess stylus wear.

At its core is precise signal analysis, including FFT (Fast Fourier Transform), revealing changes in distortion and frequency response that indicate wear long before it becomes audible. This allows you to act early, protecting both your records and your listening experience.

No more second-guessing, no unnecessary replacements, and no avoidable damage. Whether you prefer a quick check or a deeper measurement, StylusScope adapts with both simple and precision modes.

Built by Paul Grand Audio UK, it reflects a focus on accuracy, clarity, and thoughtful design.

Together with a bespoke test record, the price stays affordable, no more than the price of a few audiophile records.

StylusScope solves a long-standing problem in record playback—so you can listen with confidence and maintain the quality of your collection.

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