Trying to make a stereo record cutting head. Need Some Help.

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zastin17
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Trying to make a stereo record cutting head. Need Some Help.

Post: # 46620Unread post zastin17
Sun Apr 09, 2017 5:30 pm

So for quite some time I have been wanting to figure out a way to create my own records. I did some research on google and found some pictures and a few threads. I have a 3D printer so the building process should be easier than other build. I am completely new to this type of science so I don't know very much. I have several questions about making a stereo cutting head.

1. Will thick paper work for the cones or no? I currently have them epoxied to the diaphragm of the speaker.
2. How do I make the audio correct for recording so that the RIAA Equalization works correctly on my turntable?
3. What is a good cheap record needle. Or how can I make my own?
4.Is there any other diy heads out there that have all the files already created for a 3D printer?

I will be a using a old 8track stereo fm/am turntable for the platter. This has allot of torque but its a record changer type turntable, So it has a long motor shaft. I will need to figure out how to remove it.
I also have a stepper motor, And a Arduino stepper controller.

The speakers I am currently using are 4ohm 5W speakers.

Eventually I am wanting to add some resistance wire to heat up the head so it cuts through the materiel better.

Would it be best to make a support post that will support the head, and press the recording needle onto the L and R speaker shaft so the vibrations go into the needle?

Before building the lathe itself I want to at least get some sound recorded so I know that the head works.

Any other input would be wonderful. And again I am a complete newbie so my terminology may be off.
And If I am doing something incorrect please tell me.

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poormans_workshop
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Re: Trying to make a stereo record cutting head. Need Some H

Post: # 46664Unread post poormans_workshop
Mon Apr 17, 2017 1:14 pm

hey, i built a very similar design to yours. my head is not 3D printed, (but i do have access to a 3D printer) it is made of steel sheet metal
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as you can see, a also have paper cones epoxied to the speakers
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my stylus is a ball head pin used for reupholstering
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i have yet to get it to work yet

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The_House_Records
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Re: Trying to make a stereo record cutting head. Need Some H

Post: # 48266Unread post The_House_Records
Mon Oct 30, 2017 3:41 pm

Check out what other people have been doing on the experiment's section.

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humbertosadoval23
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Re: Trying to make a stereo record cutting head. Need Some Help.

Post: # 55155Unread post humbertosadoval23
Wed Feb 26, 2020 7:41 am

Hi, im trying to do the same.... did you succesfull with your project....?

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