Technics EPC-P202C Stylus - EPS-202ED/C
National - Technics Stylus Replacements
EPS-202ED Stylus for Technics EPC-P202
The EPS-202ED ("ED" = Elliptical Diamond) was Technics' original high-end stylus for the EPC-P202 family. It featured a precision elliptical diamond tip (0.3 × 0.7 mil) mounted on a boron cantilever with a compliance of approximately 12 × 10?? cm/dyne. This design delivered superior channel separation (>22 dB) and a flat frequency response from 10–35 kHz (±1 dB) when tracking at the recommended force of 1.0–1.5 g. The original Technics elliptical styli were exceptional performers for their time, setting a high standard. Our standard elliptical replacements use aluminum cantilevers rather than the original boron, but are competent, quality alternatives that maintain compatibility with the EPC-P202 body. For those seeking to get closer to the performance of the originals, our nude elliptical options provide improved tracking capability, bringing you nearer to the refined sonic character that made the original EPS-202ED so respected among audiophiles.
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Aftermarket Nude elliptical AE10206 Price : $138.77 In stock Only to Europe |
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Aftermarket | Nude elliptical | AE10206 |
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Aftermarket Elliptical AN0854 Price : $31.15 In stock |
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Black Diamond - TF 1,2g - 1,7g Nude elliptical AN4966 Price : $51.92 In stock |
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Black Diamond - TF 1,2g - 1,7g | Nude elliptical | AN4966 |
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EPS-202C Stylus for Technics EPC-P202C
The EPS-202C/CK ("C" or "CK" = Conical/Spherical) featured a 0.7 mil spherical (conical) tip originally mounted on the same boron cantilever as the ED version. It shared the same compliance characteristics and tracking force requirements (1.0–1.5 g) as its elliptical counterpart. While slightly less detailed in high-frequency reproduction, the spherical profile provided excellent groove tracking stability and often caused less wear on vintage records. Our 885-DS replacement from Tonar utilizes an aluminum cantilever rather than boron, but faithfully reproduces the tracking characteristics while maintaining full compatibility with the T4P standard. This stylus is an economical choice that preserves the fundamental sound signature of the EPC-P202 cartridge body with a slightly warmer, more forgiving presentation.
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Aftermarket Spherical 885-DS Price : $22.66 In stock |
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JICO SAS Stylus for Technics EPC-202
Our premium JICO Super Analog Stylus (SAS) replacements represent significant upgrades while maintaining perfect compatibility with any EPC-P202 cartridge body. Unlike our standard replacements, these Japanese-engineered styli feature both advanced Fine-Line diamond profiles and premium cantilevers—either boron (SAS-B) or sapphire (SAS-S)—matching or exceeding the quality of the original's materials. The SAS-B version with boron cantilever (tracking at 1.0g–1.5g) nearly maximizes the potential of the EPC-P202 body, delivering extraordinary transient response and microscopic detail. The alternative SAS-S with a stiffer sapphire cantilever offers slightly better transient responses while maintaining the same precision contact profile. These premium replacements transform the already-capable EPC-P202 into a truly reference-quality cartridge that competes with much higher-priced alternatives—their use of premium cantilever materials being a key factor in their superior performance.
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EPS-202ED SAS/B (E005005) JICO Super Analog Stylus on Boron - TF 1,0g – 1,5g SAS on Boron 36-202ED B-SAS Price : $263.38 In stock Only to Europe |
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EPS-202ED SAS/B (E005005) JICO Super Analog Stylus on Boron - TF 1,0g – 1,5g | SAS on Boron | 36-202ED B-SAS |
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EPS-202ED SAS/S (E086016) JICO Super Analog Stylus on Sapphire - TF 1,0g – 1,5g SAS on Sapphire 6438-S-SAS Price : $329.46 In stock Only to Europe |
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EPS-202ED SAS/S (E086016) JICO Super Analog Stylus on Sapphire - TF 1,0g – 1,5g | SAS on Sapphire | 6438-S-SAS |
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The National/Technics EPC-P202 cartridge family comprises a few variants like EPC-P202C, EPC-P202ED, and EPC-P202CK. Any EPS-202 original or replacement need will fit all members of the EPC-P202 family. The cartridge body structure is shared with the families EPC-P22, EPC-P23, EPC-P24, EPC-P25, EPC-P27, EPC-P28, EPC-P30, EPC-P33, EPC-P51, EPC-P510, EPC-P520, EPC-P53, EPC-P530, EPC-P531, EPC-P533, EPC-P54, EPC-P540, EPC-P55, and EPC-P550 and styli are interchangeable between all of them.
National/Technics EPS-202 Stylus for EPC-P202 options overview. Please do not hesitate to reach out to the DaCapo Team of needle experts if you need assistance choosing.
6537-B-SAS (06537-B-SAS) Super Analogue Stylus (SAS) diamond tip on a Boron cantilever for 33/45 RPM stereo records - JICO aftermarket part
6438-S-SAS (06438-S-SAS) Super Analogue Stylus (SAS) diamond tip on a Sapphire cantilever for 33/45 RPM stereo records - JICO aftermarket part
885-DS (00885-DS) Spherical Diamond tip stereo needle for 33/45 RPM records - Tonar aftermarket part
885-DE (00885-DE) Elliptical Diamond tip stereo needle for 33/45 RPM records - Tonar aftermarket part
70885-DE Elliptical Diamond tip stereo needle for 33/45 RPM records - JICO aftermarket part
Our introduction article to Stylus profiles provide general insight. Please reach out to us for further assistance. We are happy to help.
