Goldring E4 Moving Magnet Cartridge

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.
• 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 – E4 Cartridge Comparison

	Goldring E1	Goldring E2	Goldring E3	Goldring E4
Stylus Profile	Elliptical	Elliptical	Elliptical	Nude Elliptical
Stylus Radius	0.6 mil	0.3 x 0.7 mil	0.3 x 0.7 mil	0.3 x 0.7 mil
Channel Separation	>15 dB	>18 dB	>20 dB	>20 dB
Sensitivity	3.5 mV	3.5 mV	3.5 mV	3.5 mV
Frequency Range	20 Hz – 20 kHz	20 Hz – 20 kHz	20 Hz – 20 kHz	20 Hz – 20 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