Goldring Elite Moving Coil Cartridge

The Goldring Elite Moving Coil Cartridge is an ultra high-performance, low-output model that integrates Goldring's traditional design elements. Featuring advanced magnetic circuitry with a neodymium magnet and an ultra-rigid Pocan® body, the Elite offers precise groove information retrieval and a smooth, extended frequency response. Its Gyger S line-contact diamond stylus and hand-wound Swedish iron armature with pure silver wire provide enhanced definition compared to standard record cartridges. The Elite embodies Goldring's commitment to traditional British audio technology and design.

Key Features

• Gyger S Stylus Profile: Features a polyhedral, line-contact diamond stylus with a 6 µm radius for precise tracking and enhanced high-frequency detail.
• Efficient Magnetic Circuit: Utilizes a neodymium (NdFeB) magnet, reducing overall mass and improving trackability for a flat and extended frequency response.
• Low-Mass Pocan® Body: Constructed from ultra-rigid, glass-reinforced polyester, keeping the cartridge mass below 6.0 g for improved stability and resonance control.
• Expert Adjustment: Individually adjusted for azimuth and compliance by Goldring’s expert craftsmen, ensuring optimal channel balance and minimal cross-talk.
• Hand-Wound Swedish Iron Armature: Enhanced with pure silver wire for higher definition sound reproduction.

Design and Build

The Elite cartridge features a robust Pocan® body made from ultra-rigid, glass-reinforced polyester. This construction securely holds all fixed components in place, minimizing unwanted vibrations that can affect sound quality. The precision-milled aircraft-grade aluminum chassis enhances rigidity and reduces resonances, ensuring stable and accurate sound reproduction. The Gyger S line-contact diamond stylus is mounted on a stiff and lightweight alloy cantilever, optimized for stability and precise groove tracing. The hand-wound Swedish iron armature with pure silver wire offers higher definition sound reproduction, enhancing the cartridge's overall performance.

Performance

Equipped with a Gyger S line-contact diamond stylus, the Elite excels in tracing fine groove details with precision. The narrow, low tip-mass design ensures smooth, extended highs with low distortion and minimized sibilance. The efficient magnetic circuit, featuring a neodymium magnet and low reluctance pole shoes, delivers a flat and extended frequency response, particularly in the upper registers. The cross-shaped Swedish iron armature enhances channel separation and produces a detailed and dynamic soundstage, providing an immersive listening experience.

Versatility and Compatibility

The Goldring Elite is compatible with a wide range of budget to midrange turntables, thanks to its standard mounting specifications and straightforward installation process. Designed to work seamlessly with standard moving coil phono inputs of integrated amplifiers, the Elite offers low-output flexibility for various audio setups. Whether upgrading an existing cartridge or enhancing an obsolete system, the Elite provides a versatile solution for achieving quality vinyl playback. Its expert-adjusted azimuth ensures a proper stereo soundstage without the need for additional adjustments.

The Listening Room Experience

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Specifications

• Stylus Profile: Gyger S line-contact
• Cantilever: Aluminum alloy
• Stylus Type: Non-Replaceable
• Frequency Range: 20 Hz – 30 kHz ±2 dB
• Frequency Response: 12 Hz – 32 kHz
• Channel Balance: <1 dB at 1 kHz
• Channel Separation: >25 dB at 1 kHz
• Sensitivity: 0.5 mV ±1 dB @ 1 kHz @ 5 cm/sec (RMS)
• Static Compliance: 18 mm/N
• Equivalent Tip Mass: 0.35 mg
• Vertical Tracking Angle: 20°
• Stylus Radius: Gyger S
• Load Resistance: 100 Ω
• Load Capacitance: 100 – 500 pF
• Internal Inductance: 2 µH
• Internal Resistance: 8 Ω
• Cartridge Mass: 5.7 g
• Total Mass (incl. Fixings): 6.6 g
• Fixing Centre: 12.7 mm (0.5 in)
• Playing Weight: 1.5 – 2.0 g (1.7 g recommended)
• Replacement Stylus: 1012GX - D12GX