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Smokin Shells SS-01 Headshells

Check out the new Smokin Shells High-Quality SS-01 Headshells for analog vinyl turntables. An item that is commonly overlooked by many DJ's, the Headshell is a very important component that joins the cartridge with the tonearm. The Smokin Shells SS-01 headshells are engineered to have the perfect weight for tracking and a mirror polish finish for styling. Watch the video inside to check out these headshells in action.

Author:: DJ Blaze
Publish date:: Sep 21, 2011

Check out the new Smokin Shells High-Quality SS-01 Headshells for analog vinyl turntables. An item that is commonly overlooked by many DJ's, the Headshell is a very important component that joins the cartridge with the tonearm. The Smokin Shells SS-01 headshells are engineered to have the perfect weight for tracking and a mirror polish finish for styling. Watch the video below to check out these headshells in action.

Smokin Shells SS-01 Headshell from Dj Rasta Root on Vimeo.

The headshells are $40 each, so they are not cheap... BUT you will probably never find a headshell as stylish as these ever again. Check out the link below for more information.

http://smokinshells.com

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