Goldring E4 Moving Magnet Cartridge
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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.
The Listening Room Experience
At The Listening Room, we take pride in offering more than just high-fidelity audio equipment. We provide expert advice, personalized service, and a commitment to helping you find the perfect sound system for your space. From delivery to custom setup, our goal is to ensure that every piece of equipment you purchase performs at its absolute best in your environment. Trust us to be your partners in the pursuit of exceptional sound.
Specifications
- Frequency Range: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
- Channel Balance: < 1.5 dB at 1 kHz
- Channel Separation: > 20 dB at 1 kHz
- Sensitivity: 3.5 mV (1 kHz at 5 cm/s)
- Static Compliance: 20 mm/N
- Vertical Tracking Angle: 20°
- Stylus Radius: 7.6 micron (0.3 x 0.7 mil)
- Stylus Type: Nude elliptical
- Load Resistance: 47 kΩ
- Load Capacitance: 100 – 200 pF
- Internal Inductance: 400 mH
- Internal Resistance: 410 Ω
- Cartridge Mass: 6.9 g
- Fixing Center: 12.7 mm (0.5 in)
- Playing Weight: 1.5 – 2.5 g (1.75 g recommended)