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Small round pot of translucent polyurethane gel, 37.5 mm across and 17 mm high

Audio-Technica

Audio-Technica AT617A stylus cleaner 37.5 mm gel

SKU CH-3431-JNFMB MPN AT617A

A polyurethane-gel cleaner that lifts dust from the stylus tip, stays tacky for years and can be washed for repeated use

  • Accessory categoryStylus Cleaner
  • HighlightsSpecially formulated polyurethane gel gently removes dirt pa
  • Gentle dirt removal with polyurethane gel
  • Gel stays tacky for years of use
  • Washable surface allows repeated cleaning
  • Compact 37.5 mm diameter fits cartridges
  • Low 17 mm height suits tight spaces

Purpose-built stylus care

The Audio-Technica AT617A is a polyurethane gel cleaner made for turntable cartridges. Lowering the stylus onto the surface lifts dust and debris without harsh chemicals. The gel stays tacky for years and can be washed to restore its grip. It suits vinyl enthusiasts who want a simple, repeatable cleaning routine.

Replaces brushes and fluids

Traditional brushes can bend cantilevers and liquid cleaners risk seeping into the cartridge. This gel avoids both risks by using gentle adhesion instead of mechanical scrubbing or solvents. The upgrade is worth it when you want a safer method that also eliminates the recurring cost of replacement fluids or worn brushes.

Limited to physical contact cleaning

The 37.5 mm diameter gel only cleans the stylus tip that touches it. It cannot reach record grooves, remove static charge, or fix a damaged diamond. The 17 mm height fits standard tonearm clearance but offers no storage for the cartridge. Buyers needing groove cleaning or static control must add separate tools.

How it compares

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Price $27.99
Cheaper than about 94% of the 456 comparable items (median $222.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameAudio-Technica
Model nameAT617A
Accessory categoryStylus Cleaner
Size & build
Shipping weight0.45 kg
Package size108 × 64 × 25 mm

Questions about this item

How much desk space does the 37.5 mm diameter gel pad require?

The circular pad measures 37.5 mm across and stands 17 mm tall, so it occupies a very small footprint beside your turntable.

What is the correct way to lower the stylus onto the gel without damaging the cantilever?

Gently lower the tonearm so the stylus tip touches the gel vertically; never drag it sideways across the surface.

When the gel loses its tackiness, how do I restore it?

Wash the polyurethane surface with warm water and mild soap, let it air-dry, and the tackiness returns for continued use.

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