{"product_id":"vpi-goldy-low-output-mc-phono-cartridge","title":"VPI Goldy Low-Output MC Phono Cartridge","description":"\u003c!-- ======================================================\n     VPI Goldy Low-Output MC Phono Cartridge — AL (bh-*) HTML\n     Two-Column Layout (Overview left \/ Specifications right)\n     Long-tail keyword used 5×: “VPI Goldy Low-Output MC Phono Cartridge”\n     ====================================================== --\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .bh-wrap{max-width:1100px;margin:0 auto;padding:1rem 1.25rem;line-height:1.6}\n  .bh-title{font-size:3rem;margin:.25rem 0 1rem}\n  .bh-sub{font-style:italic;margin:0 0 1.25rem}\n  .bh-grid{display:grid;gap:1.25rem}\n  @media(min-width:900px){.bh-grid{grid-template-columns:1.3fr .7fr;align-items:start}}\n  .bh-section{margin:2rem 0}\n  .bh-section h2{margin-top:0}\n  .bh-bullets{list-style:disc;padding-left:1.25rem;margin:.5rem 0 0}\n  .bh-specs{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse}\n  .bh-specs th,.bh-specs td{border:1px solid #e5e7eb;padding:.65rem;vertical-align:top}\n  .bh-specs th{width:42%;background:#f8fafc;text-align:left}\n  .bh-badge{display:inline-block;border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:999px;padding:.2rem .6rem;margin:.15rem .3rem 0 0;font-size:.85rem}\n  .bh-badges{margin-top:.5rem}\n  .bh-faq details{border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:.5rem;padding:.75rem 1rem;margin:.5rem 0;background:#fafafa}\n  .bh-faq summary{font-weight:600;cursor:pointer}\n  .bh-note{font-size:.95rem;opacity:.9}\n  .bh-condition{display:inline-block;border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:999px;padding:.3rem .75rem;margin:.5rem 0 0;font-size:.85rem;background:#fafafa}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bh-wrap\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Product\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"bh-title\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003eVPI Goldy Low-Output MC Phono Cartridge\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bh-sub\"\u003eReference Moving Coil phono cartridge • Audio-Technica collaboration • 0.4mV low output • Shibata diamond stylus • boron cantilever • gold-anodized machined aluminum body\u003c\/p\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eVPI Goldy Low-Output MC Phono Cartridge\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-performance Moving Coil cartridge developed in close partnership between VPI Industries and Audio-Technica. Housed in a custom gold-anodized machined aluminum body tuned specifically for VPI tonearms, this cartridge pairs a nude Shibata stylus with a light, rigid boron cantilever to deliver exceptional high-frequency tracking, rich midrange warmth, and deep micro-dynamic retrieval across demanding vinyl pressings.\n\u003cdiv class=\"bh-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"features-and-tech\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Innovations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bh-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCustom-tuned machined aluminum body\u003c\/strong\u003e — the \u003cstrong\u003eVPI Goldy Low-Output MC Phono Cartridge\u003c\/strong\u003e features a resonance-dampened gold-anodized aluminum housing designed to match the mass and acoustic profile of reference tonearms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNude Shibata diamond stylus\u003c\/strong\u003e — line-contact stylus profile digs deep into record grooves to extract upper-octave detail, pristine transient speed, and dimensional imaging while minimizing groove wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolid boron cantilever\u003c\/strong\u003e — rigid, ultra-low-mass boron cantilever transfers mechanical vibrations with extreme velocity and accuracy for tight, articulate bass response.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e0.4mV low-output Moving Coil design\u003c\/strong\u003e — high-purity copper coils and neodymium magnet structure lower moving mass for exceptional channel separation and transparent signal retrieval.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVPI \u0026amp; Audio-Technica engineering synergy\u003c\/strong\u003e — combines Audio-Technica's world-class cartridge manufacturing precision with VPI's sonic voicing for high-end turntables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"faq\" class=\"bh-section bh-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ — Goldy MC\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat type of phono preamplifier is required for the VPI Goldy?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the \u003cstrong\u003eVPI Goldy Low-Output MC Phono Cartridge\u003c\/strong\u003e generates a 0.4mV output, it requires a dedicated Moving Coil (MC) phono stage or a step-up transformer (SUT) with configurable gain (typically 55dB–65dB) and loading options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the recommended tracking force for this cartridge?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe recommended vertical tracking force (VTF) for the VPI Goldy is 2.0 grams (acceptable tracking range is typically 1.8 to 2.2 grams).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs this cartridge only compatible with VPI turntables?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. While voiced and mass-matched for VPI JMW and Gimbal tonearms, its standard half-inch mounting design allows it to perform brilliantly on any high-quality audiophile tonearm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat resistive load setting should I start with on my phono preamp?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA loading resistance between 100 Ohms and 470 Ohms is recommended, with 100 Ohms serving as a fantastic starting point for balanced tonal warmth and treble air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"why-buy\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From Us\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bh-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthorized VPI Industries dealer offering 100% factory-authentic analog components with full warranty protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpert analog consultants available to guide cartridge alignment, tracking force setup, and phono stage matching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDedicated post-purchase technical support for turntable calibration and fine-tuning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast, secure shipping with protective heavy-duty packaging on every order\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"related\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated \u0026amp; System Matches\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bh-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVPI Prime, HW-40, and Direct-Drive series turntables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudiophile Moving Coil (MC) phono preamplifiers and Step-Up Transformers (SUT)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision digital cartridge pressure gauges and alignment protractors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- RIGHT COLUMN --\u003e\n\u003caside\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"specs\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGoldy MC Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"bh-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow-Output Moving Coil (MC) Phono Cartridge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStylus Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNude Shibata Diamond\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCantilever\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.28mm Diameter Solid Boron\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOutput Voltage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.4 mV (at 1 kHz, 5 cm\/sec)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 Hz – 50,000 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChannel Separation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 dB (at 1 kHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChannel Balance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5 dB (at 1 kHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTracking Force Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.8 – 2.2 g (2.0 g Recommended)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommended Load Impedance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e≥ 100 Ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCartridge Body\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMachined Gold-Anodized Aluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.5 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bh-note\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"whats-in-the-box\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bh-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVPI Goldy Low-Output MC Phono Cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-magnetic cartridge mounting hardware \u0026amp; screws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus protective guard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus cleaning brush\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUser manual \u0026amp; inspection certificate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- No purchase\/CTA section --\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cmeta itemprop=\"brand\" content=\"VPI Industries\"\u003e \u003cmeta itemprop=\"category\" content=\"Turntable Cartridges, Moving Coil Cartridges, High-End Analog Audio\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"VPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67756946751854,"sku":null,"price":1300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0583\/1537\/4703\/files\/VPI_Goldy.jpg?v=1792011845","url":"https:\/\/audiolab.com\/products\/vpi-goldy-low-output-mc-phono-cartridge","provider":"Audiolab","version":"1.0","type":"link"}