Even on my parents 1970 stereo they sounded good (in 1985), but on the type of equipment below it is amazing how much sound is available. Steve Hi Doug.If you have a modern turntable with a lateral/vertical switch "Expert Stylus" in England makes a great .0037" full conical stylus that really works! It's made just for diamond discs.If you need more info. on it,feel free to drop me a line.Charlie.>