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For Sale: Goldring 900E Cartridge with Original Elliptical StylusOffered for sale is a Goldring 900E moving magnet cartridge fitted with its original Goldring elliptical stylus, showing very little use and remaining in excellent condition. A superb-sounding cartridge with outstanding musicality, detail and tracking performance.The advertised price is for the cartridge and stylus only and does not include the headshell. The headshell shown in the photographs can be supplied if required and purchased together with the cartridge at an additional costFor more information, please visit:VintAudio.comSpecifications (Goldring 900E)Type: Moving Magnet (MM)Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20kHzChannel Balance: 2dBChannel Separation: 20dBOutput Voltage: 6.5mVEquivalent Tip Mass: 0.7mgTracking Angle: 24°Stylus Type: EllipticalLoad Resistance: 47kΩLoad Capacitance: 200 to 400pFInternal Impedance: 570mHCartridge Weight: 4.0gRecommended Tracking Force: 1.0 to 3.0gReplacement Stylus: D140/EA classic British Goldring cartridge, highly regarded for its smooth, detailed sound and excellent tracking ability. A great choice for vintage and modern turntables alike.
US$303 is fair, basically right on the market median for recent comparable listings, so this is a sensible buy rather than a standout bargain. It’s not overpriced, but it’s also not cheap enough to call a steal.
What makes it appealing is the 900E’s good reputation as a classic elliptical Goldring cartridge: a smooth, musical tracker with enough detail to keep vintage and modern decks interesting. At this price, the real upside is simply getting a respected, listenable cartridge without paying a premium. The key check is condition and stylus wear, since a cartridge can look fine and still need a fresh stylus or full service; if that’s confirmed and the cantilever is straight, it’s a solid enthusiast-grade purchase.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
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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