• "DEV" =Diamond 0.3 x 0.7 mil bonded elliptical tip needle
for use at 16, 33 or 45 speeds.
NOT for 78 rpm speed.
Original tracked at: 1.3 - 2 grams tracking pressure.
Aftermarket version tracks at: 1.25 - 1.75 grams tracking pressure.
V="unknown minor variation". Elliptical needles have more efficient contact with the surface of the record than a conical tip.
Original needle color is usually: BLACK