Goldring 1012GX Moving Magnet Cartridge
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Product Summary
The Goldring 1012GX Moving Magnet Cartridge is a well-regarded upgrade within Goldring’s 1000 Series, offering a clear step up in detail, tracking ability and overall refinement compared to entry-level cartridges. It is designed for vinyl listeners who want greater precision and musical insight while maintaining the simplicity and compatibility of a moving magnet design.
At its core is a Gyger II line-contact stylus, which provides a more accurate contact with the record groove than conventional elliptical designs. This allows the 1012GX to retrieve finer detail, reduce distortion and deliver a more open, controlled sound, particularly in the high frequencies.
Combined with Goldring’s low-mass magnetic system and rigid body construction, the 1012GX offers a balanced, dynamic and engaging performance. With a user-replaceable stylus and standard 1/2" mount, it is a practical and high-performing upgrade for a wide range of turntables and tonearms.
Key Benefits
- Gyger II line-contact stylus delivers improved detail and tracking accuracy
- High-output moving magnet design works with standard MM phono stages
- More precise groove tracing reduces distortion and improves clarity
- Smooth, controlled high-frequency response for more natural sound
- Ultra-low-mass magnetic system enhances speed and transient response
- User-replaceable stylus supports long-term use and easy maintenance
- Strong channel separation improves stereo imaging and soundstage
- Standard 1/2" mount ensures wide compatibility with tonearms
- Excellent upgrade from entry-level cartridges without added complexity
Technical Specifications
Cartridge Type
- Type: Moving Magnet (MM)
- Mounting: Standard 1/2" mount
Stylus & Cantilever
- Stylus Type: Nude diamond, Gyger II line-contact
- Stylus Replacement: Goldring D12GX
- Cantilever: Aluminium alloy
Performance
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz ±3 dB
- Channel Separation: 25 dB at 1 kHz
- Channel Balance: 2 dB at 1 kHz
- Output Voltage: 6.5 mV
- Tracking Force: 1.5 – 2.0 g (1.7 g nominal)
- Load Resistance: 47 kΩ
- Load Capacitance: 150 – 200 pF
- Dynamic Compliance: 24 mm/N
Physical
- Weight: 6.3 g
- Body Material: Pocan® glass-reinforced polyester
What’s in the Box
- Goldring 1012GX moving magnet cartridge
- Pre-fitted Gyger II stylus
- Mounting hardware
- Instruction leaflet
