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Goldring’s new Eroica HX makes upgrading to a moving coil cartridge hassle-free

World renowned analogue audio specialists Goldring, introduces the latest member of its moving coil (MC) cartridge family, the Eroica HX. Joining the award-winning LX model in the Eroica range (‘Eroica’ translates as ‘Heroic’ in Italian), this high output, high-performance cartridge makes upgrading from a moving magnet cartridge to a moving-coil model straightforward.

The demanding nature of moving coil designs often prevents a clear upgrade path for vinyl enthusiasts. With the Eroica HX, turntable owners can enjoy the greatest gains in performance of an MC cartridge without the hassle of a system-wide upheaval – this cartridge delivers a stunning moving coil performance from a moving magnet input.

Arriving at a price comparable to that of a good moving magnet cartridge, Eroica HX is designed to work straight from the box, and to slot into your existing system with no fuss whatsoever. Simply install it in place of your old moving magnet cartridge, and enjoy improved dynamics, enhanced stereo imaging and controlled, distortion-free high frequencies immediately, with no additional equipment or any system adjustments required.

Key features at a glance:

New, pure-iron cross-armature design for low crosstalk and reduced effective mass
Ultra-fine, enamelled-copper windings for higher output and correct impedance matching
Equipped with Gyger II diamond stylus that traces frequencies as high as 50kHz without distortion
Housing made from lightweight Pocan® composite material, chosen for its anti-colouration properties

Eroica HX manages to combine thrillingly accomplished performance with unheard-of ease of use thanks to Goldring’s engineering know-how. By using numerous ultra-fine enamelled-copper windings – so fine they literally float – Eroica HX has output sufficient to work with moving magnet phono inputs without compromising the low crosstalk that moving coil designs are prized for.

And by deploying a new pure-iron cross-armature, the copper windings have a permeable path for the parallel magnetic field in which to operate, resulting in greater output and correct impedance matching. In addition, the cross-shape design can separate left and right stereo channels far more effectively than the moving magnet alternative. Eroica HX’s Gyger II diamond stylus has a tiny five micron playing radius, which means it can trace frequencies as high as 50kHz without distortion, and thanks to the cross-armature’s low mass it can react to musical transients with absolute precision.

This is, unsurprisingly, a delicate mechanism. So Goldring has ensured it’s fully protected by enclosing it in a light, rigid and attractive housing formed from Pocan®. As well as the benefits of its light weight and stiffness, Pocan® has no input into the sound the cartridge makes.

Eroica HX is compatible with virtually all tonearms, no matter if they’re straight, S-shaped or J-shaped, and no matter if they’re made from aluminium or carbon-fibre. Its standard size fitment means it can be mounted using standard fixings, from above or below the headshell. And it’s among the most obvious and cost-effective upgrades you can make to your vinyl audio system.

The Goldring Eroica HX moving coil cartridge is available in June priced £549 / €699 / $899.

To buy the Goldring Eroica HX moving coil cartridge and discover other Goldring products please visit www.goldring.co.uk / www.goldringusa.com

Specifications

Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz ± 3 dB

Frequency Range: 10 Hz – 50 kHz

Channel Balance: within 1 dB @ 1 kHz

Channel Separation: Better than 25 dB @ 1 kHz

Sensitivity: 2.5 mV ± 1 dB, 1 kHz @ 5 cm/sec

Static Compliance: 25 mm/N

Trackability: 85 um (@ 315 Hz)

Equivalent tip mass: 0.4 mg

Vertical Tracking Angle: 22 °

Stylus Radius: Gyger II

Stylus Type: Non-Replaceable (re-tip service available see website)

Load Resistance: 47 kΩ

Load Capacitance: 100 – 500 pF

Internal Inductance: 0.13 mH

Internal Resistance: 35 Ω

Cartridge Mass: 5.2 g

Cartridge Mass (inc. fixings): 6.6 g

Fixing Centre: 0.5 ” (12.7 mm)

Playing Weight: 1.5 – 2.0 g (1.75 g nom.)

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Hertfordshire, UK Leading audio specialist Armour Home Electronics has appointed Fidelity Imports as the exclusive US distributor of its leading phono cartridge and record care brand, Goldring. From today, Fidelity Imports will be responsible for distributing Goldring’s entire portfolio of products throughout the US, including its range of award-winning moving magnet, moving coil and moving iron cartridges and its stylus and vinyl cleaning kits.

Founded in 1906, Goldring remains one of the world’s leading designer and manufacturer of class-leading phono cartridges and has always been at the forefront of innovation. Today, with more than 100 years of rich heritage behind them, Goldring continues to deliver high performance, premium quality, British-designed products for the specialist cartridge and turntable market, including the award-winning flagship moving coil Ethos cartridge and the entry-level E series range.

With more than 45 years’ combined experience in the audio industry working with some world-renowned companies, Fidelity Imports has assembled an impressive portfolio of leading audio brands, alongside a carefully chosen network of like-minded US retail clients. Its track-record of elevating audio brand sales and awareness in the US is second-to-none.

Steve Jain, Managing Director and Co-founder of Fidelity Imports, says: “We are building a curated portfolio of the world’s finest audio products, and Goldring’s cartridges and record care products have over 100 years of rich heritage and expertise. Fidelity Imports is honored to be the exclusive US importer of Goldring.”

Chris Emerson, Sales Director at Armour Home Electronics, commented: “We are very proud of Goldring’s rich heritage and high-standing in the audio industry, so choosing the right US distributor to honor our brand values is important. Through their diligent work on our Q Acoustics loudspeaker brand, distributing our higher-end product portfolio across the US, Fidelity Imports has clearly demonstrated a high level of success utilising its extensive network of contacts across specialist and mainstream retail channels. We look forward to working with them to help bring Goldring products to a wider audience across the pond.”

About Fidelity Imports LLC

Established in 2018, Fidelity Imports is an importer and distributor of some of the world’s finest audio products. Fidelity was founded by two friends who have spent their entire lives in the Audio Industry. Fidelity Imports is building a curated portfolio of truly special boutique audio brands. We breathe music!

Our products are only available through the finest, specifically chosen group of retailers across the US. The limited number of partners are chosen based on the outstanding level of service they provide and the assortment of complimentary products they offer to their customers.

fidelityimports.com

About Armour Home Electronics

Formed in 2003, Armour Home is a specialist manufacturer and distributor of audio, AV and multi-room equipment. Having separated from Armour Group plc and restructured its operations in 2015, Armour Home designs, develops and manufactures products under six owned brands – Q Acoustics, QED, Goldring, Audica, Systemline and Q Acoustics Install – alongside third-party distribution of Grado headphones, Astell&Kern premium portable high-resolution audio devices and products made by iFi Audio.

www.armourhome.co.uk

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