All items tagged with phono cartridges (30)

Belleson To Unveil Radiance Phono Preamplifier at Capital Audiofest 2024

October 28, 2024 by Joao Martins

Belleson To Unveil Radiance Phono Preamplifier at Capital Audiofest 2024

Belleson announced it will present the new Radiance phono preamplifier at Capital Audiofest 2024. According to the high-performance audio equipment manufacturer from South Carolina, the Radiance preamp is based on Brian Lowe's custom designed Top Amp circuit, in a single stereo phono input configuration, with exceptional low noise, and low distortion, allowing users the convenience of fine-tuning cartridge loading while listening to music, all remotely controlled via Wi-Fi.

Goldring GR3 Turntable With Built-In Preamp Targeted at New Generation of Vinyl Enthusiasts

October 3, 2024 by audioXpress Staff

Goldring GR3 Turntable With Built-In Preamp Targeted at New Generation of Vinyl Enthusiasts

Founded in 1906, Goldring remains a globally recognized name as a designer and manufacturer of phono cartridges. With more than 100 years of rich heritage, Goldring now announced the GR3, its first turntable in more than 20 years. Developed in collaboration with other renowned British hi-fi manufacturers from Armour Home, the new GR3 turntable is equipped with the popular Goldring E3 moving magnet cartridge and already features a built-in phono pre-amplifier.

Audio-Technica Introduces New Top-of-the-Line AT-LP8X Turntable

September 27, 2024 by audioXpress Staff

Audio-Technica Introduces New Top-of-the-Line AT-LP8X Turntable

The market for vinyl continues to expand and manufacturers want to keep up with demand for new turntables to play those records. Established in 1962 in Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan, by Hideo Matsushita as a phonograph cartridge manufacturer, Audio-Technica continues to be a respected name in this space with a range of reliable and affordable products. What Audio-Technica needed was a new top-of-the-line turntable to complete its portfolio. Enter the Audio-Technica AT-LP8X Semi-Automatic Direct Drive Turntable.

Pro-Ject Announces New XA B True Balanced Turntable

August 8, 2024 by audioXpress Staff

Pro-Ject Announces New XA B True Balanced Turntable

Pro-Ject announced the latest addition to its ‘X’ turntable lineup. According to the Austrian manufacturer, the new XA B ($1,499 MSRP) aims to deliver the highest quality audio from vinyl records, right out of the box. In addition to offering a True Balanced Connection via a dedicated 5-pin DIN output, the turntable features a plinth constructed of transparent acrylic, premium 10" one-piece aluminum tonearm, and pre-adjusted Pick it Pro Balanced MM cartridge.

Audio-Technica Introduces New Flagship AT-ART1000X Phono Cartridge

June 17, 2024 by audioXpress Staff

Audio-Technica Introduces New Flagship AT-ART1000X Phono Cartridge

Featuring the company's latest technologies, Audio-Technica launched its new top-of-the-line phono cartridge, the AT-ART1000X Direct Power Stereo Moving Coil Cartridge. Hand built in Tokyo, Japan, the AT-ART1000X builds upon the engineering of the previous AT-ART1000 model with improvements in design and materials, and threaded mounting holes for easier installation. The updated direct power system, which places coils on top of the stylus, is another major innovation.

Goldring Announces Ethos SE Moving Coil Phono Cartridge

February 6, 2024 by audioXpress Staff

Goldring Announces Ethos SE Moving Coil Phono Cartridge

All those that are serious about extracting the maximum potential and sonic possibilities out of vinyl record pressings know where it all starts. Cartridge specialists Goldring announced a Special Edition model of its flagship Ethos moving coil cartridge, which sits at the very top of its range. The new Ethos SE combines uncompromising engineering with unique new features to produce a cartridge of exquisite sound reproduction capabilities.

Goldring Announces New E4 Cartridge Targeting Budget or Midrange Turntables

May 15, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

Goldring Announces New E4 Cartridge Targeting Budget or Midrange Turntables

Goldring introduced its new flagship E Series moving magnet cartridge, the E4. Designed as a a cost-effective upgrade for any modern budget or midrange turntable, the new Goldring E4 represents the pinnacle of the E Series engineering, focused on performance. The E4 is designed to be compatible with all medium-to-high-mass tonearms of the type found on the majority of budget to midrange turntables.

Fresh From the Bench: Sumiko Phono Cartridges and RS78 78 rpm Stylus

November 2, 2022 by Gary Galo

Fresh From the Bench: Sumiko Phono Cartridges and RS78 78 rpm Stylus

Longstanding audioXpress author Gary Galo reviews the latest Sumiko Olympia and Wellfleet phono cartridges, and RS78 78 rpm stylus. The new RS78 is Sumiko's first 78 rpm solution, meeting the needs of many vintage recording enthusiasts and can be installed on many of the brand's cartridges. In this review, Gary discusses the merits of these versatile and high-quality cartridges while exploring his personal collection of 78 rpm recordings. This article was originally published in audioXpress, October 2022.

Nagra Announces Its First Ever Reference MC Phono Cartridge

November 1, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

Nagra Announces Its First Ever Reference MC Phono Cartridge

Swiss high-end audio firm, Nagra, announced the upcoming release of its first phono cartridge – the Nagra Reference MC cartridge, with the first units scheduled to be delivered in December 2022. Designed in parallel with the Nagra 70th Anniversary Reference turntable/tonearm system, announced in 2021, the new moving coil phono cartridge is an ideal companion component to complete the ultimate LP playback platform.

Closer to Home. audioXpress October 2022 Is Now Available

September 9, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

Closer to Home. audioXpress October 2022 Is Now Available

There's a lot of everything in audioXpress October 2022. Starting with a market update on audio for Residential Integration. Next, Jonny McClintock shares The Story of aptX, Gary Galo reviews Sumiko phono cartridges and new 78 rpm stylus, Richard Honeycutt explains RT Measurement, Frans de Wit tackles the design of a DC Power Supply, Ken Bird builds a pair of tower speakers with Oaktron drivers manufactured in the US, and Christopher Paul writes about Triode Common Cathode Stages and its controversies.

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