well i like the shure white labels myself, but they're not for everybody. they don't have a traditional design where the headshell connects to the stylus and all that (excuse my lack of knowledge on needle anatomy). it's just one piece so when the needle goes, the whole thing goes. some people don't like that but i do. they are expensive though and i think you could probly find comparable ones as far as performance for less money, the whitelabels are just kinda flashy (but their design also makes tracking easier in dark rooms). also decide whether you need needles for scratching or not. if you're not scratching your options will be greater. big up!