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Angeboten wird „Goldring Ethos Moving Coil Cartridge“ von Goldring als Gebrauchtgerät aus der Kategorie „Plattenspieler, Tonarme, Systeme...“ bei audio-markt.de - dem Online-Marktplatz für High-End. Das Inserat mit der Nummer 9477957330 endet am 18.09.2026 um 16:56 Uhr.
At €650, this Goldring Ethos is a clear bargain compared to the obvious alternative: paying the €895–€900 new price for this top-tier moving coil. The listing sits well below the 25th percentile of recent EUR comparables (€658), making it a strong deal against the median of €665 and the 75th percentile of €672.
The Ethos is Goldring’s flagship MC, prized for its vital line-contact stylus and aluminium cantilever that deliver smooth, detailed sound from 10 Hz to 32 kHz with excellent channel separation (>30 dB). Its 0.5 mV sensitivity makes it compatible with most step-up devices, and the factory-replaceable stylus adds long-term value. In good used condition at this price, it’s a genuine buying opportunity for anyone seeking high-end MC performance without the new-cartridge markup.
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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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