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Van Den Hul Dr.Needle Phono Cartridge (MC) Van Den Hul - Frog Gold MC phonocartridge. New with warranty. Worldwide shipping by UPS or Post. The van den Hul Frog Gold features a 0.75mV output, matched crystal gold-wire coils, extra magnet modification and is the best cartridge available for its price! The van den Hul Frog Gold MC Cartridge is a custom hand-built moving coil cartridge with the coil of a Grasshopper III and the front pole and suspension of the Grasshopper IV - the best cartridge available for its price! The Frog Gold has a 0.75 mV/channel output, matched crystal gold-wire coil
At €1,575, this Van den Hul FROG GOLD is a fair, market-aligned deal sitting just below the €1,596 median of recent used listings. It is not a bargain below the €1,237 25th percentile, nor ambitious above the €1,702 75th, but represents honest value for a well-regarded cartridge.
The FROG GOLD is a top-tier moving coil praised for its smooth, soothing tone and musical recalibration, thanks to crystal gold-wire coils and extra magnet modification. With a €1,575 price near the typical used median, this clean listing offers a strong buying opportunity for an enthusiast seeking refined sound without the new €3,620+ cost, making it a timely and worthwhile acquisition.
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Van den Hul, a Dutch high-end audio brand, traces its origins to 1980 when Aalt Jouke (A.J.) van den Hul, an engineer and physics professor at Delft University of Technology, founded the company in the Netherlands. Driven by a passion for flawless natural sound reproduction, he initially patented innovative stylus tips for phono cartridges before expanding into broader hi-fi solutions. From modest beginnings, the firm quickly gained traction through pioneering designs like the Frog, Grasshopper, and Colibri moving coil cartridges.
The brand specializes in premium moving coil phono cartridges and a wide array of audio cables, including groundbreaking technologies such as Linear Structured Carbon and hybrid metal conductors. While it has designed electronic equipment, Van den Hul's core focus remains on optimizing phono transfer and signal transmission integrity, with products serving both home hi-fi systems and professional studios. Interconnects like The Name exemplify their commitment to accessible high performance without compromising quality.
Today, Van den Hul holds a respected position in the high-end market, exported to over 70 countries and favored by audiophiles seeking precision and durability. Its physicist-led innovations have cemented a niche boutique reputation among discerning buyers who prioritize signal purity over mass-market appeal, blending heritage craftsmanship with enduring sonic excellence.
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