Goldring E4 Moving Magnet Cartridge
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$145.79
Regular price
$299.00
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Goldring E4 Moving Magnet Cartridge
Sale price
$145.79
Regular price
$299.00
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The Goldring E4 Moving Magnet Cartridge is the flagship model of the E Series, designed to deliver outstanding audio performance for entry-level and midrange turntables. Representing the pinnacle of Goldring's engineering in the E Series, the E4 offers an exceptional upgrade option for those seeking to enhance their vinyl listening experience.
Key Features
- Magnetic Duplex Technology™: Dual magnet generator assembly replicates the geometry of the original cutting head for precise stereo reproduction.
- Hollow Aluminum Cantilever: Lightweight and stiff, allowing the stylus to trace medium-to-high frequencies with greater accuracy.
- Expert Adjustment Facility: Micro-adjustments during production ensure optimized channel balance and crosstalk settings.
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Super-Elliptical Diamond Stylus: Features a 7.6 x 18 micron (0.3 x 0.7 mil) nude stylus for lower effective tip mass and improved rigidity, enhancing high-frequency detail retrieval.
Design and Build
The E4 cartridge incorporates a super-elliptical diamond stylus mounted on a hollow aluminum cantilever. The stylus is cut and polished from a single piece of diamond, resulting in lower effective tip mass and improved rigidity compared to bonded stylus alternatives. This design enhances the stylus's ability to retrieve high-frequency details and reduces the likelihood of mis-tracking or overshooting during playback.
Performance
With its advanced stylus and cantilever design, the E4 excels in tracing high-frequency groove modulations accurately. The finely polished 7.6-micron profile allows it to fit more effectively into closely packed inner grooves, reducing distortion and improving transient response. The result is a flat frequency response and superior fidelity compared to other cartridges in its price range.
Versatility and Compatibility
The E4 is compatible with all medium-to-high-mass tonearms commonly found on budget to midrange turntables. Its standard fixing centers and easy installation make it suitable for upgrading an obsolete cartridge or enhancing an existing E Series cartridge by replacing the stylus. The cartridge's design eliminates the need for additional adjustments, ensuring a straightforward setup and consistent performance.
Goldring E1 to E4 Cartridge Comparison
 Goldring E1 |
 Goldring E2 |
 Goldring E3 |
 Goldring E4 |
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cantilever | Carbon | Aluminum | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Stylus Profile | Spherical | Spherical | Super-elliptical | Nude Elliptical |
| Stylus Radius | 0.6 mil | 0.6 mil | 0.3 x 0.7 mil | 0.3 x 0.7 mil |
| Channel Separation | >20 dB | >20 dB | >20 dB | >20 dB |
| Sensitivity | 3.5 mV | 3.5 mV | 3.5 mV | 3.5 mV |
| Frequency Range | 12 Hz to 20 kHz | 12 Hz to 20 kHz | 12 Hz to 25 kHz | 12 Hz to 32 kHz |
| Stylus Replaceable | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Best For | Entry-level listening | Improved stereo imaging | Greater detail and balance | Top performance in this series |
| Buy Now | Goldring E1 | Goldring E2 | Goldring E3 | Goldring E4 |
Goldring E4 Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Color | Blue |
| Cantilever | Aluminum |
| Stylus Profile | Nude elliptical |
| Stylus Radius | 7.6 micron (0.3 x 0.7 mil) |
| Equivalent Tip Mass | 0.4 mg |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±3 dB |
| Frequency Range | 12 Hz to 32 kHz |
| Channel Balance | Within 1.5 dB at 1 kHz |
| Channel Separation | 20 dB min at 1 kHz |
| Sensitivity | 3.5 mV ±3 dB at 5 cm/s lateral |
| Static Compliance | 22 mm/N |
| Trackability | 70 µm |
| Vertical Tracking Angle | 24° |
| Load Resistance | 47 kΩ |
| Load Capacitance | 100 to 200 pF (150 pF nominal) |
| Internal Inductance | 400 mH |
| Internal Resistance | 470 Ω |
| Cartridge Mass | 6.8 g |
| Cartridge Mass (inc. Fixings) | 7.8 g |
| Fixing Centers | 12.7 mm (0.5 in) |
| Playing Weight | 1.5 to 2 g (1.75 g nominal) |
| Cartridge Height | 17 mm |
| Recommended Tonearm Effective Mass | 5 to 20 g |
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Details
This product is crafted with quality materials to ensure durability and performance. Designed with your convenience in mind, it seamlessly fits into your everyday life.
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