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Originally Posted by m^a(t)h
i just looked at my stylus and it is dirty as hell...
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You say you got this used. Can I ask what kind it is, and do you know what the cartridge is? If it's at all possible, you should take it to an audio shop and have them check it out. More than likely, they'll want to sell you a new cartridge and stylus. See if you can get by with just buying a new stylus--but many shops these days stock the whole unit and not just the stylus. A nice Grado will set you back about 60 to 80 bucks, but believe me, it's worth it--both in terms of improving the sound quality and preserving your vinyl.
A good audio tech person can also make sure the cartridge is properly aligned.