Description
Restore the authentic analog performance of your mid-century stereophonic record changer with this genuine CBS Ronette NE-395-2 Stereo Crystal Phono Cartridge. Manufactured in the Netherlands, this classic "turn-over" design features a dual-stylus setup, making it a highly sought-after component for collectors and restoration specialists preserving vintage audio history.
Product Specifications:
- Model Number: NE-395-2 / NE3952
- Brand: CBS / Ronette
- Country of Manufacture: Netherlands (Holland)
- Element Type: Crystal Piezoelectric (Stereo)
- Mounting Style: Standard bracket mount with turn-over flip lever
- Tracking Force Range: 5.0 to 8.0 grams
- Condition: Vintage / New Old Stock (NOS) or Tested Working Pull
Target Application & Compatibility:
The NE-395-2 series cartridge was widely utilized as original equipment or a premium replacement module in 1950s and 1960s stereo consoles, portables, and record changers, including models from:
- Telefunken, Grundig, and Philips mid-century export console systems
- Voice of Music (VM), Collaro, and BSR record changers configured for high-output crystal stereo cartridges
- Compatible with standard dual-sided replacement styli configurations (typically featuring a 33/45 RPM microgroove tip on one side and a 78 RPM wide-groove tip on the other).
Restoration Note: Vintage crystal cartridges are inherently sensitive to moisture, humidity, and long-term storage environments. This unit has been visually inspected to ensure the internal crystal element remains structurally sound for historical equipment overhauls.