Victrola Eastwood and Eastwood II Replacement Needle
Belt drive · Manual · 33, 45 and 78 rpm · Built-in phono preamp
Model codes: VTA-72-BAM, VTA-74-BL, VTA-74-ESP, VTA-74-OAK, VTA-73-ESP
Covers the Eastwood Original (VTA-72), Eastwood II (VTA-74) and Eastwood Signature (VTA-73).
The needle you need
ATN3600LC
Victrola names the ATN3600L, which Audio-Technica has replaced with the ATN3600LC.
Originally fitted: ATN3600L
- Genuine Audio-Technica part
- Conical tip
- Fits all 3 versions
Do you need a phono preamp?
A phono preamp boosts the very quiet signal from the cartridge.
The Eastwood has one built in. We have not found whether it can be switched off.
Speakers that work with the Eastwood
Connect the Eastwood's RCA output to the line input on any of these.
Coda W
Also has a phono input, for a record player without a built-in preamp.
M20
Also has an optical input, for a TV.
ORA
Has a subwoofer output, if you want more bass later.
Key facts: Victrola Eastwood
Same on every version that lists it
- DriveBelt drive
- OperationManual
- Speeds33, 45 and 78 rpm
- CartridgeAT3600LA
- Built-in phono preampYes
- BluetoothYes
- USBNo
- Dust coverYes
What differs between versions
| Fact | Eastwood Original (VTA-72) | Eastwood II (VTA-74) | Eastwood Signature (VTA-73) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power supply | DC 5V/1A | DC 5V/1.0A | Power adapter 9V/1.5A |
| Size (W × D × H) | 334 × 333 × 137 mm | 307 × 326 × 115 mm | 324 × 342 × 131 mm |
| Weight | 2.69 kg | 2.27 kg | 2.95 kg |
Victrola does not say whether the Eastwood Signature (VTA-73) has USB.
Versions of the Eastwood
| Version | Status | Needle | Codes and colours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastwood Original (VTA-72) | Current | ATN3600L | VTA-72-BAM, Bamboo, Espresso |
| Eastwood II (VTA-74) | Current | ATN3600L | VTA-74-BL, VTA-74-ESP, VTA-74-OAK, Black, Espresso, Oak |
| Eastwood Signature (VTA-73) | Current | ATN3600L | VTA-73-ESP |
Other record players that take the ATN3600L
- Audio-Technica AT-LPGO
- Audio-Technica AT-PL50
- Audio-Technica AT-SB
- Lenco L-3809
- Lenco L-3810
- Lenco L-3818
- Lenco LBT-188
- Lenco LBTA-165
- Lenco LS-300
- Lenco LS-410
- Lenco LS-430
- Lenco LS-440
- Lenco LS-470
- Lenco LS-480
- Lenco LS-500
- Lenco LS-570
- TEAC TN-175
- TEAC TN-180BT
- TEAC TN-280BT
- Victrola Automatic Turntable
- Victrola Eastwood LP
- Victrola Revolution GO Portable Rechargeable
How to change the needle on the Eastwood
With the arm on its rest, hold the AT3600LA cartridge still, pull the old needle forward and down by its front lip, then push the ATN3600LC in from the front until it sits flush.
We take these details from Victrola's own website and check them carefully, but makers change parts and part numbers, and we may miss an update. Before you buy, check the part on Victrola's official website. If you spot an error, please tell us.