946/D59 Stylus for Philips GP-401

Jico Stylus

Prices from $31.68 to $267.84
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The Philips GP-401 was the entry-level elliptical model in the SUPER-M high-strength magnet cartridge series. It came with the 946/D59 stylus, featuring an elliptical tip like the higher-end GP-412, but shared its suspension with the more basic, spherical GP-400. This gave the GP-401 better tracking than the GP-400, though not quite on par with the GP-412. All models in the series shared the same cartridge body, allowing stylus interchangeability across the range.

946/D59 Stylus for Philips GP-401

The original elliptical styli tracked at 1,75g to 3g, but are unfortunately no longer available. As alternatives, we offer high-quality elliptical replacements from Analogis, Tonar, and JICO — all delivering excellent performance. Notably, the Analogis Black Diamond features a nude elliptical tip, while both the Tonar and JICO models use bonded tips.

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946/D59 Stylus for Philips GP-401 : Brand:JICO, Info:Genuine JICO, Japan Stylus (E005919), Stylus:Elliptical


Made in
Japan

Genuine JICO, Japan Stylus (E005919)

Elliptical


173-401E


Price : $95.04

In stock
Only to Europe


Made in
Japan
Genuine JICO, Japan Stylus (E005919) Elliptical 173-401E

Only to Europe
$95.04

946/D59 Stylus for Philips GP-401 : Brand:Tonar, Info:Aftermarket Stylus, Stylus:Elliptical


Made in
Japan

Aftermarket

Elliptical


511-DE


Price : $31.68

Currently not available


Made in
Japan
Aftermarket Elliptical 511-DE
$31.68

946/D59 Stylus for Philips GP-401 : Brand:Analogis, Info:Black Diamond - TF 2,0g - 2,8g, Stylus:Nude elliptical


Made in
Switzerland

Black Diamond - TF 2,0g - 2,8g

Nude elliptical


AN4961


Price : $52.80

In stock


Made in
Switzerland
Black Diamond - TF 2,0g - 2,8g Nude elliptical AN4961
$52.80

Mono Stylus for Philips GP-401

The Philips GP-401 can be used for 78 RPM mono records, provided it is fitted with a wide-diameter spherical mono stylus. The Tonar 511-DN aftermarket stylus offered below is well-suited for this purpose and delivers reliable performance on vintage shellac records.

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946/D59 Stylus for Philips GP-401 : Brand:Tonar, Info:Aftermarket Stylus, Stylus:Spherical Diamond Mono


Made in
Japan

Aftermarket

Spherical Diamond Mono


511-DN


Price : $42.24

In stock


Made in
Japan
Aftermarket Spherical Diamond Mono 511-DN
$42.24

Upgrade Stylus for Philips GP-401

Since all cartridges in the SUPER-M family share the same body, the most straightforward upgrade for the GP-401 is to mount a stylus originally designed for the GP-412 or GP-422. For even greater performance, consider the JICO SAS on Boron fine-line aftermarket stylus offered below — an upgrade that surpasses anything Philips ever produced. Recommended tracking force is 1,0g to 1,5g, with 1,25g as the optimal setting. The Shibata stylus is also an excellent alternative, delivering impressive performance at a more accessible price point.

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946/D59 Stylus for Philips GP-401 : Brand:JICO, Info:JICO Super Analog Stylus (SAS) on Boron - TF 1,0g – 1,5g, Stylus:SAS on Boron


Made in
Japan

JICO Super Analog Stylus (SAS) on Boron - TF 1,0g – 1,5g

SAS on Boron


173-400 B-SAS


Price : $267.84

In stock
Only to Europe


Made in
Japan
JICO Super Analog Stylus (SAS) on Boron - TF 1,0g – 1,5g SAS on Boron 173-400 B-SAS

Only to Europe
$267.84

946/D59 Stylus for Philips GP-401 : Brand:Tonar, Info:Aftermarket Stylus, Stylus:Shibata


Made in
Japan

Aftermarket

Shibata


511-SHIBA


Price : $162.24

In stock


Made in
Japan
Aftermarket Shibata 511-SHIBA
$162.24
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Philips GP-401 styli are mechanically compatible with the GP-400, GP-412, GP-413, GP-421, GP-422, and GP-500 cartridges. All our GP-401 stylus replacements will fit and function in these models — and vice versa — though performance will vary depending on stylus profile and construction.
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