Description
Restore the authentic, mid-century analog performance of your classic European record changer with this premium Telefunken T22/2 Stereo Crystal Phono Cartridge. Made in Germany, this iconic "turn-over" flip pickup system is highly sought after by vintage audio restoration enthusiasts looking to maintain absolute technical and historical accuracy.
Product Specifications:
- Model Number: T22/2 / T22-2 / T222
- Brand: Telefunken
- Country of Manufacture: Germany
- Element Type: Crystal Piezoelectric (Stereo)
- Design: Turn-over flip-style cantilever assembly
- Tracking Force Range: 6.0 to 7.0 grams
- Condition: Premium Vintage / New Old Stock (NOS) or Professionally Rebuilt
Target Application & Compatibility:
The Telefunken T22/2 cartridge was standard original factory equipment or a primary service replacement module across multiple 1960s West German hi-fi systems, including:
- Classic Telefunken portable record players, suitcase gramophones, and luxury console stereos (such as the Como series).
- Designed to natively accept the dual-sided Telefunken A22/2 or A20/2 flip stylus assemblies (typically featuring an LP/Stereo tip on one side and a wider 78 RPM groove tip on the flip side).
- Cross-references with historical replacement profiles like the legacy Astatic-T1023 geometry.
Collector's Note: Vintage crystal cartridges are highly sensitive to moisture and humidity breakdown over time. This premium unit has been thoroughly evaluated for complete body integrity and structural preservation, ensuring strong electrical output for vintage console restorations.