Goldring 1012GX Moving Magnet Cartridge

The Goldring 1012GX record cartridge uses the acclaimed Gyger-2 diamond stylus. This is a fine-line type which gives smooth extended high frequencies, low distortion and reproduces a highly detailed and dynamic sound. Advanced diamond tip polishing ensures excellent tracking ability and reduces record wear. The Goldring 1012GX represents outstanding value for money and has become one of Goldring’s most popular cartridges.

Technical Specifications 

Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz +/- 3 dB
Channel Balance: within 2 dB @ 1 kHz
Channel Separation: better than 25 dB @ 1 kHz
Sensitivity: 6.5 mV +/- 1.5 dB, 1 kHz @ 5 cm/sec
Static Compliance: 20 mm/N
Dynamic Compliance @ 10 Hz:
10 mm/N
Equivalent tip mass: 0.45 mg
Vertical Tracking Angle: 24°
Stylus Radius: Gyger II
Stylus Type: Replaceable
Load Resistance: 47 kΩ
Load Capacitance: 150 – 200 pF
Internal Inductance: 570 mH
Internal Resistance: 660 Ω
Cartridge Mass: 6.3 g
Cartridge Mass (inc. fixings):
7.6 g
Fixing Centre: 0.5″ (12.7 mm)
Playing Weight: 1.5 – 2.0 g (1.7 g nom.)