An old record player (6)

I believe the answer is:

needle

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'record player' is the definition.
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I don't understand the remainder of the clue.

(Other definitions for needle that I've seen before include "Cleopatra's" , "Movable bar in a compass" , "Sewing instrument" , "Pin" , "Annoy, tantalise" .)

I've seen this clue in The Globe and Mail.

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