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Angeboten wird „Ethos MC System Referenz in seiner Klasse Goldring Fachhandel“ von Goldring als Ausstellungsstück aus der Kategorie „Tonabnehmer MC“ bei audio-markt.de - dem Online-Marktplatz für High-End. Das Inserat mit der Nummer 0622216022 endet am 03.09.2026 um 11:33 Uhr.
This €875 listing is a strong deal, sitting well below the market median of €883 and even undercutting the 25th percentile of €873 from our recent comparable data. You are effectively paying less than the lowest quarter of recent asking prices for this cartridge in good condition, making it an excellent buying opportunity for a fellow enthusiast.
The Goldring ETHOS remains a top-tier moving-coil option, renowned for its vital line stylus and aluminium cantilever that deliver crisp, extended frequency response up to 32 kHz without the grain often found in cheaper MCs. Its low 0.5 mV sensitivity demands a quality step-up transformer or dedicated MC stage, but the resulting soundstage is rich and precise. At this price, the upside is immediate: you secure a flagship-level performer that newer units rarely offer under €1,150, letting you upgrade your system’s front end significantly without breaking the budget.
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Goldring traces its origins to 1906 in Berlin, where Czech-born brothers Heinrich and Julius Scharf launched Gebrüder Scharf, crafting gramophone needles, clockwork motors, and innovative sound boxes—the acoustic precursors to modern magnetic pickups. The brand's iconic Gold Ring trademark debuted with the 1926 Juwel Electro sound box, optimized for electrical recordings. Relocating to Britain in 1933 amid geopolitical shifts, it formalized as Goldring Manufacturing (GB) Ltd in 1953 at Leytonstone, East London, where it pioneered low-mass hi-fi cartridges like the acclaimed No. 500 with its turnover 33/45 rpm stylus, earning BBC endorsement and global stature.
Renowned primarily for hand-made turntable cartridges—especially moving magnet and moving coil models—Goldring has expanded into turntables, phonograph components, headphones such as the 2006 DR series, and vinyl care accessories. While its heritage lies in gramophone-era innovations, the UK-based marque maintains a focused portfolio eschewing amplifiers, speakers, or DACs, prioritizing precision analog playback for vinyl enthusiasts.
Positioned as a mid-tier mainstay in British hi-fi, Goldring commands respect for over a century of reliable, innovative engineering that bridges vintage heritage with contemporary vinyl revival. No longer a high-end boutique or collector's curiosity, it delivers accessible excellence, holding the title of the UK's top cartridge brand through consistent quality and enduring appeal to discerning analog buyers.
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