? "DME" =Diamond 0.2 x 0.7 mil bonded elliptical tip needle? 1.0 - 2.5 grams tracking pressure. ? Original needle color is usually: translucent SMOKE? "M"='Means needle is made for MANUAL professional type turntable-has highest internal compliance. Elliptical needles have more efficient contact with the surface of the record than a conical tip.