Goldring E1

The Goldring E1 is the entry-level moving magnet cartridge in Goldring’s acclaimed E Series, designed to deliver clear, musical, and reliable vinyl playback for budget and midrange turntables. Engineered for easy installation and everyday listening, the E1 combines Goldring’s proprietary Magnetic Duplex Technology™ with a lightweight carbon-fibre reinforced cantilever for improved stereo imaging, tracking performance, and reduced distortion.

Featuring a bonded spherical diamond stylus, the E1 offers smooth and forgiving playback while maintaining excellent musicality and balance across a wide range of records. Its versatile design makes it an ideal upgrade over many factory-installed cartridges, providing greater clarity and a more engaging listening experience without sacrificing ease of use. 

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The Goldring E1 is an entry-level moving magnet phono cartridge designed to provide an easy and reliable introduction to high-quality vinyl playback. It is engineered for users seeking improved clarity, tracking stability, and overall musical performance compared to standard factory-fitted cartridges.

At the core of the E1 is a bonded elliptical diamond stylus mounted on an aluminium cantilever. This design improves groove contact accuracy compared to conical stylus shapes, resulting in better detail retrieval, reduced distortion, and a more balanced and engaging sound reproduction.

Its moving magnet generator delivers a moderate output level that is fully compatible with standard MM phono inputs, making it simple to integrate into a wide range of turntables and amplifiers without additional equipment. The design focuses on ease of setup, reliability, and consistent performance for everyday listening.

The Goldring E1 offers a smooth and accessible listening experience, with a warm and musical presentation suited to all genres. It is an ideal starting point for listeners beginning their journey into hi-fi vinyl playback, providing a clear step up in performance while remaining user-friendly and affordable.

  • Component Type: Moving Magnet (MM) Phono Cartridge

  • Stylus Profile: Bonded Elliptical Diamond

  • Cantilever: Aluminium Alloy

  • Output Voltage: 3.5mV

  • Frequency Response: 20Hz–20kHz

  • Channel Separation: 20dB

  • Channel Balance: Within 2dB

  • Recommended Tracking Force: 1.5–2.5g

  • Cartridge Weight: 6.9g

  • Generator Type: Moving Magnet Design

  • Replaceable Stylus Assembly

  • Compatible with MM Phono Inputs