Proper replacement cartridge for rowe R86

I am looking to replace the Shure M44 cartridge in my Rowe R86 jukebox. It appears that the M44 is no longer made.
What is the proper replacement for it?

Thanks,
Dan

Dan,
Sure M44 is the best for that application--
Why are you looking to replace it ? Those almost never "fail"--
You should be able to pick one up at one of the places listed in announcements---
Ron Rich

Don, given the realities of that tone arm I'd second Ron's recommendation but add that a Stanton V400.3 might be an even better alternative due to that arm's poor bearings and excessive bias.

http://www.stantondj.com/cartridges.html

If you want to stay original, you might just check any local operator.

BTW: What makes you think the cart is bad?

Rob/NYC

Hi Dan,

I agree with Ron, what is the problem with the Shure M44 that is fitted?
The cartridges are made up of two parts a plastic surround and an inner metal assembly, the two parts are just stuck together and at times can come adrift, if this is the case just re-glue.

You can get the Shure M44-7 cartridge that is used by DJ's it has almost has the same properties.
In the UK they cost around £46.00 including a styli.

Regards
Alan Hood
ami-man
UK

Thanks for all of your replies. I don't think there is anything wrong with the cartridge I was just wondering if it would sound better if I were to put a new one in. I have been trying to make it sound as good as possible.
I finally have everthing working thanks to all the help that you guys have given me.

Thanks,
Dan

Hi Dan,

If you want to make sure that the cartridge is wired correctly, on the amplifier you are using the cartridge needs to be wired in phase on some Rowe Ami amplifiers it needs to be wired out of phase. Check that you are connecting to the correct tappings on the output package.

Regards
Alan Hood
ami-man
UK