width and height, but the unique finishing touches that preserve the high precision. We have realized a curvature with a smaller radius that was impossible with the Micro Ridge Stylus.Reduce strain and noise caused by needle abrasion.Outstanding abrasion resistance that does not taper or thicken. Since the curvature radius does not change, the stylus accurately traces without missing any delicate signals. In particular, the accuracy demanded of the curvature radius in the reproduction of the upper register range of the record's inner circumference, demonstrates its capabilities such as its extensive dynamic noise range.Polishing technique that significantly reduces damage to the record groove.We practice an advanced polishing technique used by well known domestic and international cartridge makers. This will preserve the record groove for longer periods.Entry LevelConicalGoodEllipticalBetterLine ContactBest S.A.S.S.A.S stylus tipNatural (not bonded nor man-made) single crystal octahedron diamond tip used for stylus tip.Boron is used for the cantilever for its large oscillation transmission effect without unwanted harmonics.Rare Earth Magnets are used for optimal electromagnetic induction.The One Point System has been adopted in the pursuit of precise technologies that reproduce all micro vibrations from the stylus tip that prevent distortion when properly aligned.A piano wire (0.06mm thick) braided core is carefully assembled one by one under a microscope to prevent vibration deviation due to slight misalignment.Caution:Always use the S.A.S needle at the recommended tracking force settings (1.250.25grams). If the stylus pressure is above the recommended range it may ruin or damage the stylus and record and cause poor sound reproduction.It is important to clean your records and stylus to protect them from abrasion damage caused by dust and debris that have accumulated on records or that have adhered to the stylus tip.Take precautious not to allow anything to come into contact with the stylus that will cause damage.To determine when to replace your stylus you should take the various playing conditions into consideration. On average the stylus lasts two or three times longer than the average diamond tip stylus. However, record material quality, tracking force, surface dirt and alignment all play a synergistic role towards stylus longevity. As with the original Shure's, if you use the brush guard system, this "lifts" the stylus up with about half a gram so you will need to increase your tracking force setting to 1.75 to achieve about 1.25 grams at the tip.----------------------------------------------------------------------------------We presume that if you are on this page that you are aware that Shure has discontinued the VN5xMR stylus and the cartridge forever. Shure had to discontinue this needle, due to extreme difficulties manufacturing the cantilever. "DMR" = Diamond Micro Ridge tip needle for use at 16, 33 or 45 speeds. NOT for 78 rpm speed. 1.0 grams tracking pressure. SHURE NEEDLES VN5xMR SHURE CARTRIDGES V15VxMR will also fit the M97xE Original needle color is: MAROON guard/BLACK bodytop secret crosses: Can also fit the V15-Pro-S, VST-III, and the Radio Shack V15-RSSee the M78S needle below to play 78rpm in your V15VxMRThis stylus is designed for the V15VxMR and can also be a massive upgrade for the M97xE cartridge. Note however that the M97xE body