Goldring 1042 Moving Magnet Cartridge
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Product Summary
The Goldring 1042 Moving Magnet Cartridge is a high-performance upgrade designed for vinyl enthusiasts seeking exceptional detail, clarity and musicality from their turntable. As the flagship model in Goldring’s 1000 series, it delivers a refined and highly engaging listening experience without the complexity of moving coil designs.
At the heart of the 1042 is a precision-engineered Gyger S line-contact stylus, which closely mirrors the shape of a record cutting head. This advanced profile allows the cartridge to trace even the finest groove details with outstanding accuracy, resulting in improved resolution, reduced distortion and a more natural, lifelike sound.
With its high-output moving magnet design and user-replaceable stylus, the 1042 offers both excellent performance and long-term practicality. It is an ideal choice for upgrading mid to high-quality turntables, providing a significant step up in sound quality while remaining compatible with standard MM phono stages.
Key Benefits
- Gyger S line-contact stylus delivers exceptional detail and groove tracking accuracy
- High-output moving magnet design works with standard phono inputs
- Produces a smooth, detailed and highly musical sound presentation
- Excellent channel separation and soundstage for immersive listening
- User-replaceable stylus allows easy maintenance and long-term use
- Low-mass design improves tracking and reduces distortion
- Strong, rigid body construction helps minimise unwanted resonance
- Ideal upgrade for mid to high-end turntable setups
- Combines high-end performance with MM convenience and flexibility
Technical Specifications
Cartridge Type
- Type: Moving Magnet (MM)
- Mounting: Standard 1/2" mount
Stylus & Cantilever
- Stylus Type: Nude diamond, Gyger S line-contact
- Stylus Replacement: Goldring D42
- Cantilever: Aluminium
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
Physical
- Weight: 6.3 g
- Body Material: Pocan® (glass-reinforced polyester)
What’s in the Box
- Goldring 1042 moving magnet cartridge
- Pre-fitted Gyger S stylus
- Mounting hardware
- Instruction leaflet
