{"title":"Grado","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"grado-signature-s750-headphone","title":"Grado Signature S750 Headphone","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"119\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"72\"\u003eEditor’s Choice 2025 – The Absolute Sound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"119\"\u003e\n\u003cbr data-start=\"72\" data-end=\"75\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"75\" data-end=\"119\"\u003eRecommended Component 2025 – Stereophile\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"155\"\u003eThe Spirit of Sound, Refined\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"156\" data-end=\"552\"\u003eExperience the legendary Grado house sound—richer, deeper, and more detailed than ever before. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"255\" data-end=\"290\"\u003eGrado Signature S750 Headphones\u003c\/strong\u003e mark a new chapter in the brand’s pursuit of authentic, musical listening. Designed and hand-assembled in Brooklyn, these over-ear headphones combine cutting-edge driver technology with premium materials to create an experience that bridges art and engineering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"554\" data-end=\"590\"\u003eDesigned for True Music Lovers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"591\" data-end=\"911\"\u003eThe Signature S750 is for listeners who crave lifelike sound that connects emotionally. Whether you’re diving into jazz, classical, or rock, these headphones reveal the texture and nuance in every performance. Built for comfort and precision, the S750 transforms everyday listening into a truly high-fidelity experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"955\"\u003eReal-World Performance That Inspires\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"956\" data-end=\"1316\"\u003eWith a new 52mm driver design, the S750 delivers an expansive soundstage, vivid midrange detail, and powerful low-frequency control. Instruments feel tangible and vocals sit perfectly centered, surrounded by layers of air and ambience. Grado’s open-back architecture maintains clarity and openness, producing a presentation that’s as engaging as it is natural.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1616\" data-end=\"1642\"\u003eThe Craft of Clarity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1643\" data-end=\"1995\"\u003eAt the heart of the S750 are \u003cstrong data-start=\"1672\" data-end=\"1697\"\u003e52mm X Series Drivers\u003c\/strong\u003e, engineered for speed and low distortion. The diaphragms are carefully tuned for extended dynamics and effortless transparency. The precision-machined aluminum and maple hybrid housing minimizes resonance, while Grado’s upgraded braided cable ensures pure signal transfer and long-term durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1997\" data-end=\"2031\"\u003eConnectivity \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2032\" data-end=\"2383\"\u003eThe Signature S750 includes a high-quality \u003cstrong data-start=\"2075\" data-end=\"2096\"\u003e8-conductor cable\u003c\/strong\u003e with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2104\" data-end=\"2125\"\u003e3.5mm termination\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"2130\" data-end=\"2144\"\u003e¼\" adapter\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing easy connection to headphone amplifiers, DACs, and portable players. With a nominal impedance of \u003cstrong data-start=\"2252\" data-end=\"2263\"\u003e38 ohms\u003c\/strong\u003e, it pairs beautifully with both desktop systems and mobile devices, offering flexibility without compromising fidelity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2385\" data-end=\"2419\"\u003eBuilt for the Way You Listen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2420\" data-end=\"2721\"\u003ePerfect for late-night listening sessions, home studio work, or relaxed weekend enjoyment, the S750 adapts effortlessly to your lifestyle. Its comfortable leather headband and plush foam ear cushions make it ideal for extended sessions, while the timeless Grado design complements any listening setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2723\" data-end=\"2754\"\u003eA Signature Worth Hearing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2755\" data-end=\"2922\"\u003eFrom its handcrafted design to its breathtaking sonic character, the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2824\" data-end=\"2848\"\u003eGrado Signature S750\u003c\/strong\u003e honors decades of audio heritage—refined for today’s discerning listener.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grado Labs","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45980476604589,"sku":"NEW-GRS750","price":1695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45980476637357,"sku":"DEMO-GRS750","price":1695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/GRS750_01_angle_2025__26926.1760971134.1280.1280_eb18c3de-12ed-4865-830f-f83b448b6855.jpg?v=1778164872"},{"product_id":"grado-pair-small-replacement-ear-cushions","title":"Grado Pair Small Replacement Ear Cushions","description":"\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eNothing puts the crimp in a headphone listening session as quickly as a worn-out earpad. Bring back the comfort with a pair of Grado Replacement Earpads. Made of soft foam that feels good to the touch, Grado earpads install easily, stretching to fit over Grado headphone drivers. Choose the small size for the Grado SR-60. Choose large for Grado SR-80, SR-125, SR-225, RS-1, and RS-2.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grado Labs","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45980481519789,"sku":"NEW-GRSCUSH","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/GRSCUSH_01_2024__20185.1718296591.1280.1280_35ce25ea-a41d-4832-96a4-883d76c14f74.jpg?v=1778118775"},{"product_id":"grado-timbre-sonata4-phono-cartridge-mono","title":"Grado Timbre Sonata4 Phono Cartridge - Mono","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"Xee702e24ed1d84145023c5e1fd1c32f710d3e98\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eGrado Timbre Sonata4 Mono Moving Iron Phono Cartridge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"what-you-need-to-know\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X8891dc43970b969db04a4769a66c51132020faf\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eThe Nude Stylus Meets Dedicated Mono Playback\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Grado Timbre Sonata4 Mono Moving Iron Phono Cartridge brings the stereo Sonata4’s biggest advantage—a nude elliptical diamond on a specially designed cantilever—to purpose-built mono playback. Hand-built in Brooklyn with a hand-carved Mediterranean olive wood body, it retrieves detail from mono grooves that lesser cartridges leave behind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eFor serious mono collectors, this is the step where resolution takes off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-a-dedicated-mono-cartridge\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Dedicated Mono Cartridge?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eMono records carry music in the groove’s side-to-side motion only. A true mono cartridge reads exactly that—so the surface noise, wear, and vertical artifacts a stereo cartridge picks up simply disappear. As Grado puts it, a mono cartridge makes your records quieter and more musical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003ePhase anomalies vanish, the center image locks in, and no mono switch is needed—both channels carry the identical signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"Xa5f41b41ea1003252e242307752515ff84cc129\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNude Elliptical Diamond on an Upgraded Cantilever\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Sonata4 Mono’s nude elliptical is cut from a single piece of diamond—no metal shank, no glue joint, far less tip mass. Mounted to a specially designed aluminum cantilever, it responds to the groove faster and more faithfully, pulling clean transients and fine texture from vintage mono pressings and modern reissues alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"true-mono-generator-with-6n-copper-coils\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eTrue Mono Generator with 6N Copper Coils\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eGrado doesn’t simply bridge a stereo cartridge. The Sonata4 Mono uses a revised version of Joseph Grado’s patented flux-bridger generator—wound with ultra-high-purity 6N OCC copper—engineered for mono operation while keeping the same ultra-low moving mass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"high-output-hand-built-in-brooklyn\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHigh Output, Hand-Built in Brooklyn\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eWith 4.0mV of output, the Sonata4 Mono works with any standard MM phono input. Each one is built to order and hand-assembled at Grado’s family-owned Brooklyn factory, est. 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"building-your-system\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Sonata4 Mono rewards quality turntables with medium-mass tonearms. Many collectors keep it mounted on a second headshell or tonearm, switching to it whenever a mono pressing hits the platter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003ePlease note: mono versions are built to order by Grado—allow additional lead time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features-specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eTrue Mono Moving Iron Generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReads only the mono groove for quieter, more musical playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eNude Elliptical Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSingle-piece diamond with far less tip mass for faster, cleaner sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Carved Mediterranean Olive Wood Body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNatural tonewood damping for warm, dimensional, organic sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHigh-Output Design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4.0mV works with any standard MM phono input—no mono switch needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWood Cartridge Upgrade Program\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTrade in any Grado wood cartridge toward a new one—regardless of condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, USA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBuilt to order at Grado’s family-owned factory, est. 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eType: Mono Moving Iron (MI)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eStylus: Nude Elliptical Diamond\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCantilever: Specially Designed Aluminum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBody: Hand-Carved Mediterranean Olive Wood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutput: 4.0mV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eLoad Impedance: 10k–47k ohms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eTracking Force: 1.6–1.9 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eWeight: 9.4 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"frequently-asked-questions\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDo I need a mono switch or special phono preamp?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The 4.0mV output works with any standard MM phono input, and both channels carry the identical mono signal—no switch required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eCan I play stereo records with it?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe mono version is purpose-built for mono pressings. For stereo records, use the stereo Sonata4—many collectors keep one of each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does it compare to the Platinum4 Mono?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Sonata4 Mono upgrades to a nude elliptical stylus on a specially designed cantilever—the biggest sonic step in the lower Timbre range, with faster transients and finer detail from your mono grooves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWho is the Sonata4 Mono designed for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s ideal for dedicated mono collectors who want true audiophile-grade resolution from original pressings and mono reissue series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-audio-advisor\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; 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Instead of two screws through a headshell, the P-Mount body has a rectangular plug that inserts straight into a T4P-compatible tonearm socket. The four electrical pins on the body make contact automatically when you slide the cartridge in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eP-Mount tonearms were popularized by Technics in the 1980s and can be found on many linear-tracking and mid-market turntables from that era, as well as a number of more recent models. The format offers one key practical advantage: installation and cartridge swapping requires no tools, no alignment, and no protractor. If your turntable has a P-Mount tonearm, the Red4 P-Mount is designed specifically for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e The P-Mount Red4 is not compatible with standard half-inch mount tonearms. If you are unsure which mounting format your turntable uses, check your turntable’s manual or call us at \u003ca href=\"tel:+18009420220\"\u003e800-942-0220\u003c\/a\u003e and we can confirm before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Red4 — Grado Prestige Series\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrado Labs has been making phono cartridges in Brooklyn, New York since 1953. The company is still family-owned, now in its third generation. Their Prestige Series is the foundation of the Grado cartridge lineup — plastic-bodied, high-output moving iron cartridges designed for broad system compatibility, easy installation, and long-term reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Red4 is the mid-tier entry in the Prestige Series, sitting above the Green4 and below the Gold4. It uses a \u003cstrong\u003ebonded elliptical diamond stylus\u003c\/strong\u003e on an \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum cantilever\u003c\/strong\u003e, the same moving iron flux-bridger generator as every Grado cartridge, and OCC (Ohno Continuous Casting) copper in the internal signal path. The Red4 P-Mount provides the same core performance as the standard-mount Red4 in a T4P plug-in format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is a Moving Iron Cartridge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrado uses a \u003cstrong\u003emoving iron (MI) design\u003c\/strong\u003e in all their cartridges, based on their patented \u003cstrong\u003eflux-bridger generator system\u003c\/strong\u003e. In this design, the coils are stationary and a tiny iron element attached to the cantilever moves within a magnetic field. This keeps the moving mass extremely low — similar to a moving coil design in that respect — while delivering the output level and easy phono stage compatibility of a moving magnet cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flux-bridger system uses four separate magnetic gaps, which increases efficiency and allows for fewer coil turns. Fewer turns means lower inductance and less sensitivity to tonearm cable capacitance — a practical advantage for system matching. The result is a cartridge that works with any standard MM phono input (47kΩ) and does not require a step-up transformer or specialized loading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBonded Elliptical Diamond — Better Groove Contact Than Spherical\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Red4 P-Mount uses a \u003cstrong\u003ebonded elliptical diamond\u003c\/strong\u003e stylus on an \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum cantilever\u003c\/strong\u003e. An elliptical diamond profile is longer and narrower in the direction of groove travel than a spherical (conical) stylus, allowing it to make better contact with the groove walls at higher frequencies. This translates to more accurate high-frequency tracking, lower distortion at the top end, and better retrieval of recorded detail compared to a basic spherical stylus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Bonded” means the diamond tip is fixed to the cantilever shank with an adhesive bond — reliable and appropriate for this level of the Prestige range. The stylus assembly is \u003cstrong\u003euser-replaceable\u003c\/strong\u003e: it pulls straight off the front of the cartridge body and snaps back on without tools. This means you can restore the cartridge to like-new condition by simply fitting a new Red4 stylus when the existing one wears out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUser-Replaceable Stylus — And Interchangeable Across the Prestige Range\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most practical features of all Grado Prestige Series cartridges is the \u003cstrong\u003euser-replaceable stylus system\u003c\/strong\u003e. The stylus assembly slides off the front of the cartridge body and snaps back on without tools — most users can do it in under a minute. You do not need a technician or a return to the factory to replace the stylus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditionally, all Prestige Series styli are cross-compatible across the entire Prestige line. This means you can fit a higher-level stylus — say, a Gold4 or Silver4 stylus — onto the Red4 body for a cost-effective performance upgrade without replacing the entire cartridge. It also works in reverse: the Red4 stylus fits any other Prestige body. This interchangeability is a deliberate design choice that Grado has maintained throughout the Prestige Series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOCC Copper Internal Signal Path\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Red4 uses \u003cstrong\u003eOCC (Ohno Continuous Casting) copper\u003c\/strong\u003e in its internal signal path. OCC copper is produced in a continuous casting process that eliminates grain boundaries along the length of the wire, resulting in a more uniform conductor with lower resistance variation. Grado uses OCC copper across the 2026 Prestige Series update as part of their coil composition improvements for better signal transmission and channel balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Tracking Force and Phono Stage Do I Need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Red4 P-Mount is a \u003cstrong\u003estandard MM-compatible cartridge\u003c\/strong\u003e. Any phono stage with a MM input at 47kΩ input impedance will work. Recommended tracking force is \u003cstrong\u003e1.6–1.9g\u003c\/strong\u003e. Set the tracking force using the adjustment mechanism on your T4P tonearm — most P-Mount tonearms have a simple dial or sliding scale for this purpose. If your tonearm does not allow for tracking force adjustment, confirm the fixed tracking force with your turntable’s manual and check it is within the Red4’s 1.6–1.9g range before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, New York\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Red4 P-Mount is assembled by hand at Grado’s facility in Brooklyn, New York. Grado Labs has been making cartridges there since 1953. This is not mass-produced audio — each cartridge passes through individual assembly and inspection before it ships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat the Experts Say\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eecoustics.com — 2026 Grado Cartridge Lineup Coverage, April 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eecoustics confirmed the Red4’s full specification set and described the Prestige Series overall as the “accessible, user-friendly foundation” of Grado’s cartridge lineup. They noted the Red4 uses a bonded elliptical diamond on an aluminum cantilever, with the stylus assembly user-replaceable and Prestige Series styli interchangeable across models — calling it a high output moving iron cartridge designed for compatibility with a wide range of phono stages.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrado Labs — Official Red4 Product Description, 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGrado describes the Red4 as delivering “a balanced and controlled presentation, with clear detail and a smooth, natural top end. The midrange carries presence and body, while low frequencies remain defined and composed.” They highlight the cartridge as offering “broad system compatibility” and note that the die-injection molded housing “supports consistent construction and dependable performance.” The Red4 is explicitly offered in both standard mount and P-mount configurations.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Absolute Sound — Grado 2026 Lineup Announcement, April 9, 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Absolute Sound confirmed the 2026 Prestige Series improvements, noting that Grado has built the range around “elliptical diamond stylus profiles, aluminum cantilevers, and OCC copper coil composition” to provide “strong tracking integrity, a full and balanced sound, and a presentation that remains true to the original recording.” The Prestige Series is described as “both an introduction to Grado cartridges and a long-term reference for dependable analog playback.”\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePairing the Red4 P-Mount\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eT4P-Compatible Turntable.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Red4 P-Mount is designed for turntables with a T4P (P-Mount) tonearm. Common compatible models include various Technics, Sony, Hitachi, Kenwood, and other 1980s-era turntables, as well as some more recent models. Confirm your turntable’s tonearm type before ordering. Not sure? Call us at \u003ca href=\"tel:+18009420220\"\u003e800-942-0220\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhono Preamplifier.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Red4 P-Mount is a standard MM cartridge at 4.0mV and 47kΩ. If your amplifier or receiver does not have a built-in PHONO input, you will need a separate phono preamplifier. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/turntables\/phono-preamplifiers\/\"\u003eBrowse our Phono Preamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStylus Upgrade Path.\u003c\/strong\u003e Because all Prestige Series styli are interchangeable, you can fit a higher-level stylus on the Red4 body for improved performance without replacing the full cartridge. Ask us which stylus upgrades are available and compatible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed4 Replacement Stylus.\u003c\/strong\u003e When your stylus wears out, a replacement Red4 stylus snaps straight on without tools. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/turntables\/phono-cartridges\/\"\u003eBrowse phono accessories\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecord Cleaning.\u003c\/strong\u003e A clean record protects your stylus and extends its life. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/turntables\/record-cleaning-machines\/\"\u003eBrowse Record Cleaning Machines\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eP-Mount (T4P) Format — No Tools, No Alignment Required\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe P-Mount body plugs directly into a compatible T4P tonearm socket. Four electrical pins make contact automatically on insertion. No mounting screws, no headshell, no alignment protractor. Installation or cartridge replacement takes seconds. Compatible with any T4P (P-Mount) tonearm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBonded Elliptical Diamond on Aluminum Cantilever\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe elliptical profile makes better groove contact than a spherical stylus, tracking more accurately at high frequencies and extracting more musical detail at the same tracking force. The aluminum cantilever transmits stylus movement to the generator with good rigidity and controlled mass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUser-Replaceable Stylus — Cross-Compatible Across Prestige Series\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stylus assembly pulls off and snaps on without tools. Replace a worn stylus in under a minute without returning the cartridge to a dealer or factory. All Prestige Series styli are interchangeable, enabling stylus replacement and upgrade without replacing the cartridge body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrado Moving Iron Flux-Bridger Generator\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStationary coils, moving iron element. Low moving mass, high efficiency, insensitive to tonearm cable capacitance. Compatible with any standard MM phono input at 47kΩ. No step-up transformer or special loading required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOCC Copper Internal Signal Path\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOhno Continuous Casting copper with continuous grain structure for improved signal transmission, lower resistance variation, and better channel balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDie-Injection Molded Housing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsistent, precisely formed housing for uniform acoustic behavior and reliable performance over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting format: P-Mount (T4P plug-in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Moving iron (high output), flux-bridger generator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus: Bonded elliptical diamond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCantilever: Aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput voltage: 4.0mV @ 5 CMV (45 degrees)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 10 Hz–55 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChannel separation: Average 25 dB (10–30 kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput load: 10k–47kΩ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInductance: 50mH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDC resistance: 660Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompliance: 20 μm\/mN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTracking force: 1.6–1.9g recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCartridge weight: 6g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus: User-replaceable; cross-compatible with all Grado Prestige Series styli\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal signal path: OCC copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHousing: Die-injection molded plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in USA (Brooklyn, NY)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMSRP: Verify with Audio Advisor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-faq gsbp-ab3b28d\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I know if my turntable uses P-Mount?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck your tonearm. A P-Mount tonearm has a rectangular slot at the headshell end into which the cartridge plugs directly — there are no separate screws or a removable headshell. If your tonearm has a detachable headshell with two visible screws, you need the standard half-inch mount Red4 instead. Your turntable’s manual will also specify the tonearm type. Not sure? Call us at \u003ca href=\"tel:+18009420220\"\u003e800-942-0220\u003c\/a\u003e and we can confirm from your model number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the P-Mount version sound the same as the standard Red4?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the cartridge internals, stylus, cantilever, and generator are the same. The only difference is the mounting format. Both use a bonded elliptical diamond, aluminum cantilever, and Grado’s flux-bridger MI generator at 4.0mV output. The acoustic performance should be essentially identical, provided the tracking force is set correctly on the P-Mount tonearm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I adjust tracking force on a P-Mount tonearm?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt depends on the tonearm. Many P-Mount tonearms include a tracking force adjustment dial or setting, while some older models have a fixed tracking force. Check your turntable’s manual to determine whether tracking force is adjustable and what range it supports. The Red4 P-Mount requires 1.6–1.9g — if your tonearm has a fixed tracking force outside this range, the Red4 P-Mount may not be suitable. Call us if you’re not sure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use a half-inch mount headshell adapter with this cartridge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eP-Mount to half-inch adapters do exist, but their use introduces additional mechanical complexity and may affect performance. The Red4 P-Mount is designed and optimized for use in a true T4P tonearm socket. If you need a half-inch mount cartridge, the standard Red4 is the right choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen should I replace the stylus?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost styli last approximately 500–1,000 hours under normal conditions. Signs of wear include harsh or distorted high frequencies, reduced stereo separation, or any mistracking on clean records. When it’s time, a replacement Red4 stylus snaps on without tools in under a minute.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I upgrade to a better stylus on this body?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — all Grado Prestige Series styli are cross-compatible. You can fit a higher-level Prestige stylus onto the Red4 P-Mount body for a performance upgrade without purchasing a new cartridge body. Ask us which stylus options are compatible and currently available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat phono stage do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny standard MM phono input at 47kΩ will work. The Red4 P-Mount outputs 4.0mV — well within the range of any MM-capable phono stage. If your amplifier or receiver has a PHONO input labeled “MM” or simply “PHONO,” the Red4 P-Mount will be compatible. If you need a separate phono preamplifier, we can recommend options at your budget.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere is it made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy hand, in Brooklyn, New York. Grado Labs has assembled phono cartridges at their Brooklyn facility since 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrado Prestige Red4 P-Mount phono cartridge ×1 (stylus installed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus guard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-titlebox-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f3b5.svg\" alt=\"music note emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003e40+ Years of Expertise\u003c\/strong\u003e — Since 1981, we’ve helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f504.svg\" alt=\"repeat emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — Try it risk-free for 60 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f4de.svg\" alt=\"phone emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003eReal Experts, Real Help\u003c\/strong\u003e — Our team is here at \u003ca href=\"tel:8009420220\"\u003e800-942-0220\u003c\/a\u003e, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f69a.svg\" alt=\"truck emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f4b3.svg\" alt=\"credit card emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Payment Options\u003c\/strong\u003e — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure if your turntable is P-Mount compatible, or looking for guidance on cartridge setup and phono stage matching? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAudio Advisor Learning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides on turntable cartridges, mounting formats, and getting the most from your vinyl setup.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grado Labs","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45980516745389,"sku":"NEW-GRRED4P","price":190.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45980516778157,"sku":"DEMO-GRRED4P","price":190.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/GRRED4P_01_angle_2026__61469.1777049006.1280.1280_354f0f82-8d86-4ffd-9220-bf46f5f8e7d7.jpg?v=1778167698"},{"product_id":"grado-high-performance-1-4-to-mini-adapter-12-conductor","title":"Grado High Performance 1\/4 to Mini Adapter 12 Conductor","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHigh-End, High-Performance Mini Adapter Cable\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eGrado Labs High-Performance 1\/4\" to Mini Adapter converts a 1\/4\" plug to a 3.5mm plug. The eight inches of cable eliminates added stress on the output circuit board of the source. The cable is made using the same high-quality, 12-conductor wire used in Grado's Statement and Professional series headphone cables. 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Hand-assembled at Grado’s original Brooklyn factory, the Statement4 pairs a Brazilian ebony body, machined boron cantilever, nude Shibata diamond, and 7N OCC copper coils into a cartridge built to compete with the world’s finest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eThis is where Grado stops making compromises entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"brazilian-ebony-body\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBrazilian Ebony Body\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe entire Lineage Series is carved from Brazilian ebony, an exceptionally dense tonewood chosen for its outstanding resonance control. The refined 4 Series housing geometry lowers mass, widens tonearm compatibility, and improves cantilever visibility for precise setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eThe result is a huge, stable soundstage with a naturally warm, utterly composed character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"nude-shibata-diamond-on-machined-boron\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNude Shibata Diamond on Machined Boron\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Statement4’s nude Shibata stylus contacts far more of the groove wall than an elliptical, retrieving fine detail with lower distortion and less record wear. Mounted on a machined boron cantilever, it responds instantly to the smallest modulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eYou’ll hear remarkable inner detail, natural texture, and effortless tracking to the innermost grooves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"n-occ-copper-coils\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e7N OCC Copper Coils\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Statement4’s fixed coils are wound with ultra-high-purity 7N OCC copper—flagship-grade wire matched with cryogenic treatment during both component preparation and final assembly. Lower noise, better channel matching, and greater transparency follow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"low-output-design-hand-built-in-brooklyn\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLow-Output Design, Hand-Built in Brooklyn\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Statement4 is a low-output (1.0mV) design available in stereo and mono versions, each hand-assembled and individually tested at the family-owned Grado factory that has built cartridges in Brooklyn since 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"building-your-system\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Statement4 belongs on a reference-quality turntable and tonearm with a high-gain phono stage. Unlike low-output moving coils, it loads at standard 10k–47k ohms—no fussy impedance matching required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eWhen the stylus eventually wears, Grado’s Wood Cartridge Upgrade Program lets you trade in any Grado wood cartridge toward a new one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features-specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eBrazilian Ebony Body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExceptionally dense tonewood for outstanding resonance control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eNude Shibata Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExtended groove contact for exceptional detail and low distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eMachined Boron Cantilever\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExtreme stiffness and low mass for instant response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e7N OCC Copper Coils with Dual Cryogenic Treatment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFlagship-grade windings for transparency and channel precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eFlux-Bridger Moving Iron Design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMoving coil speed and refinement without the fragility or aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, USA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAssembled and tested at Grado’s original family-owned factory, est. 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eType: Low Output Moving Iron (MI)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eStylus: Nude Shibata Diamond\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCantilever: Machined Boron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBody: Brazilian Ebony\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutput: 1.0mV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; 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A tiny diamond tip — the stylus — traces the groove walls as the record spins, and the cartridge converts that physical movement into an electrical signal that your phono stage amplifies into music. The diamond profile, cantilever material, generator design, and body material all affect what you hear. At this level of the Timbre Series, every one of those elements has been refined to its highest expression within the Grado wood-body lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Reference4 — Top of the Timbre Series\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrado Labs has been making phono cartridges in Brooklyn, New York since 1953. The company is still family-owned, now in its third generation. The Timbre Series sits in the middle tier of Grado’s lineup — above the plastic-bodied Prestige Series and below the flagship Lineage Series. Within the Timbre range, the Reference4 is the \u003cstrong\u003etop model\u003c\/strong\u003e, sitting above the Master4 and Sonata4.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reference4 shares the Master4’s American Osage wood body and machined boron cantilever. What separates it is the stylus: where the Master4 uses an elliptical diamond, the Reference4 uses a \u003cstrong\u003enude Shibata diamond\u003c\/strong\u003e — the most advanced stylus profile in the Timbre Series, and the same profile used in Grado’s flagship Lineage Series cartridges. At $1,500, the Reference4 is the Timbre Series at its most resolved. The High Output version at 4.0mV works with any standard MM phono input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Nude Shibata Diamond — What Makes It Different\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Shibata stylus profile was originally developed for four-channel (quadraphonic) playback in the 1970s, because quadraphonic records encoded high-frequency content — up to 45 kHz — that elliptical styli could not reliably track. To read this content accurately, the stylus needed to make finer, more precise groove wall contact. The Shibata profile achieves this through a narrow, elongated contact patch that follows the groove walls with exceptional precision at frequencies well beyond what elliptical styli can track.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the Reference4, the Shibata diamond is \u003cstrong\u003enude\u003c\/strong\u003e: the diamond is mounted directly to the boron cantilever without an intermediate shank or bonded bushing. A nude stylus has less mass at the cantilever tip than a bonded equivalent, allowing faster, more accurate response to the groove modulations. The combination of nude construction and Shibata profile gives the Reference4 its extended high-frequency specification (10 Hz–60 kHz) and the precise, low-distortion tracking that distinguishes it from the elliptical-diamond models below it in the Timbre range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAmerican Osage Wood Body\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reference4’s body is machined from \u003cstrong\u003eAmerican Osage wood\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of the densest native North American hardwoods, shared with the Master4. Osage’s density provides natural acoustic damping for the generator assembly, absorbing vibrations from the stylus rather than reflecting them back as distortion. The Timbre Series uses different woods for different models: American Maple for the Opus4, Mediterranean Olive for the Platinum4 and Sonata4, and American Osage for the Master4 and Reference4 — the two upper-tier models that demand the most acoustically controlled housing environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMachined Boron Cantilever\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cantilever connects the stylus to the generator. Its job is to transmit groove modulations as accurately as possible with minimal added mass or resonance. The Reference4 uses a \u003cstrong\u003emachined boron cantilever\u003c\/strong\u003e — the stiffest and lightest cantilever material in the Timbre Series. Boron’s high stiffness-to-mass ratio pushes its resonant frequency well above the audible range, so the cantilever’s own mechanical resonances do not color the signal. “Machined” means the cantilever is precision-formed rather than drawn or extruded, ensuring consistent geometry from unit to unit. This is the same cantilever material used in the Master4, and it is one of the reasons both models sit above the Sonata4 and Platinum4 in the Timbre hierarchy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e6N OCC Copper with Cryogenic Treatment and Internal Damping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reference4’s internal signal path uses \u003cstrong\u003e6N OCC (Ohno Continuous Casting) copper\u003c\/strong\u003e — the highest purity level in the Timbre Series. OCC copper is produced in a continuous casting process that eliminates grain boundaries along the wire’s length. 6N means six-nines purity: 99.9999% copper with minimal trace contaminants. The result is lower resistance variation, better signal transmission, and more consistent channel balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo additional refinements are applied to the Reference4 that distinguish it within the Timbre lineup: \u003cstrong\u003ecryogenic treatment\u003c\/strong\u003e of the stylus assembly and internal signal path, and \u003cstrong\u003einternal damping\u003c\/strong\u003e within the cartridge body. Cryogenic treatment involves cooling the components to extremely low temperatures (−196°C) and slowly returning them to ambient — a process that relieves stress in the material structure, improves conductivity, and enhances mechanical stability. Internal damping reduces residual vibration within the body itself. Together, these treatments contribute to the Reference4’s lowered noise floor, improved channel separation, and the greater resolution it offers over the Master4.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrado Moving Iron Flux-Bridger Generator\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all Grado cartridges, the Reference4 uses the \u003cstrong\u003emoving iron (MI) flux-bridger generator\u003c\/strong\u003e. Stationary coils, twin magnet system, moving iron element attached to the cantilever. Four magnetic gaps for high efficiency and low inductance. Extremely low moving mass. The High Output version’s 55mH inductance and 660Ω DC resistance reflect the higher number of coil windings used to achieve 4.0mV output — compatible with any standard MM phono input at 47kΩ. No step-up transformer or MC gain is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho the High Output Version Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reference4 High Output produces \u003cstrong\u003e4.0mV\u003c\/strong\u003e — the same output level as a standard moving magnet cartridge. Any phono stage or amplifier with an MM input at 47kΩ is compatible. If your phono stage has only an MM input, this is the version to choose. If your phono stage has MC gain capability, the Low Output version’s simpler signal path (fewer coil windings, lower inductance) is worth considering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat the Experts Say\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eecoustics.com — 2026 Grado Cartridge Lineup Coverage, April 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eecoustics confirmed the Reference4 as the top of the Timbre Series, specifically noting its nude Shibata diamond, machined boron cantilever, American Osage wood body, and 6N OCC copper with cryogenic treatment and internal damping. They described the Timbre Series as delivering “performance that consistently exceeds expectations within its class” and identified the Reference4 as the model that takes this to its highest point within the Timbre range, calling out the Shibata diamond as the key differentiator from the Master4 below it.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Absolute Sound — Grado 2026 Cartridge Lineup Announcement, April 9, 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Absolute Sound confirmed the Reference4 in the context of Grado’s 2026 lineup update, noting that select Timbre models “now incorporate nude Shibata diamonds, expanding beyond the elliptical profiles used throughout much of the previous generation, improving groove contact, tracking precision, and high-frequency response.” They positioned the Timbre Series as offering “performance exceeding expectations within their category, with a balance of resolution, musicality, and control.”\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHiFi Pig — Grado Cartridge Lineup Coverage, April 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHiFi Pig confirmed the Reference4’s Shibata diamond and position at the top of the Timbre Series, noting that the combination of nude Shibata diamond with machined boron cantilever and 6N OCC copper places it “at the boundary between the Timbre and Lineage philosophies — accessible in output and loading, but resolved to a degree that approaches the territory above it.”\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: The Reference4 was announced April 9, 2026. No scored reviews exist at time of writing. Replace with scored reviews as they are published (expected May–June 2026).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePairing the Reference4 High Output\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhono Preamplifier.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Reference4 HO is compatible with any quality MM phono stage at 47kΩ. At this level, the phono stage is a meaningful part of the chain — a high-quality MM or switchable MM\/MC phono preamplifier will do justice to the Reference4’s resolution. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/turntables\/phono-preamplifiers\/\"\u003eBrowse our Phono Preamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurntable.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Reference4’s 9.6g weight and 20 μm\/mN compliance pair well with medium-mass tonearms (approximately 8–15g effective mass). Confirm tonearm\/cartridge resonance compatibility before purchasing. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/turntables\/turntables\/\"\u003eBrowse Turntables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsider the Low Output Version.\u003c\/strong\u003e If your phono stage has MC gain capability (approximately 58–60 dB at 47kΩ), the Reference4 Low Output’s simpler coil path and lower inductance is worth comparing. Call us and we can help you decide which version suits your system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep Down: Timbre Master4.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Master4 shares the same Osage body and boron cantilever at a lower price, but uses an elliptical diamond rather than Shibata. The key question is whether the Shibata upgrade justifies the step up for your system and listening priorities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep Up: Lineage Series.\u003c\/strong\u003e Above the Timbre Series, Grado’s Lineage models use Brazilian Ebony wood, sapphire or boron cantilevers, and nude Shibata diamonds in low-output configurations. The Reference4 is the highest Timbre expression; the Lineage Statement is the next architecture above it. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/turntables\/phono-cartridges\/\"\u003eBrowse Phono Cartridges\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecord Cleaning.\u003c\/strong\u003e A nude Shibata diamond deserves clean records. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/turntables\/record-cleaning-machines\/\"\u003eBrowse Record Cleaning Machines\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNude Shibata Diamond — The Top Stylus Profile in the Timbre Series\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Shibata profile makes a finer, more precise groove wall contact than an elliptical stylus, enabling accurate tracking of high-frequency content to 60 kHz. “Nude” means the diamond is mounted directly to the boron cantilever without an intermediate shank — reducing tip mass for faster, more accurate response. The Shibata diamond is the defining upgrade of the Reference4 over the Master4.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMachined Boron Cantilever\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrecision-machined boron tube. High stiffness-to-mass ratio pushes resonant frequency well above the audible range. Shared with the Master4; the most rigid cantilever material in the Timbre Series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAmerican Osage Wood Body\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of North America’s densest hardwoods. Provides natural acoustic damping for the generator assembly. Shared with the Master4; used for the two upper-tier Timbre models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e6N OCC Copper with Cryogenic Treatment and Internal Damping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6N (99.9999%) OCC copper in the internal signal path — the highest purity in the Timbre Series. Cryogenic treatment of stylus assembly and signal path components reduces mechanical stress and improves conductivity. Internal body damping reduces residual resonance. These three refinements together distinguish the Reference4 from the Master4.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMoving Iron Flux-Bridger Generator — Twin Magnet System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStationary coils, twin magnet system, moving iron element. Four magnetic gaps. Extremely low moving mass. Compatible with standard MM phono input at 47kΩ. No SUT or MC gain required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications — High Output\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput voltage: 4.0mV @ 5 CMV (45 degrees)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 10 Hz–60 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChannel separation: Average 30 dB (10–30 kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput load: 10k–47kΩ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInductance: 55mH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDC resistance: 660Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus: Nude Shibata diamond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCantilever: Machined boron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody: American Osage wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal signal path: 6N OCC copper, cryogenic treatment, internal damping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCartridge weight: 9.6g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended tracking force: 1.6–1.9g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompliance: 20 μm\/mN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible phono input: Standard MM (47kΩ) — no SUT or MC gain required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-faq gsbp-ab3b28d\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a Shibata stylus and why does it matter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Shibata profile was developed in the 1970s for high-frequency groove tracing accuracy. Its narrow, elongated contact patch makes more precise groove wall contact than an elliptical stylus, enabling accurate tracking well beyond the audible range (the Reference4 is specified to 60 kHz). The Shibata diamond also retrieves more musical information from the groove at high frequencies, contributing to the Reference4’s improved resolution and lower distortion compared to the elliptical-diamond models below it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between the Reference4 and the Master4?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth share the same American Osage wood body and machined boron cantilever. The Reference4 adds three upgrades: a nude Shibata diamond (vs. the Master4’s elliptical), 6N OCC copper (vs. standard OCC), and cryogenic treatment plus internal damping of the assembly. The Shibata diamond is the most audible difference — it improves high-frequency tracking precision and retrieval. The 6N copper, cryogenic treatment, and damping lower the noise floor and improve channel consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a special phono stage for the High Output version?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo — 4.0mV at 47kΩ is standard moving magnet territory. Any quality MM phono stage is compatible. No step-up transformer or MC gain is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I choose High Output or Low Output?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your phono stage has only an MM input, choose High Output. If your phono stage has MC gain capability (approximately 58–60 dB at 47kΩ), the Low Output version has fewer coil windings and lower inductance, which some listeners prefer for its simpler signal path. Call us at \u003ca href=\"tel:+18009420220\"\u003e800-942-0220\u003c\/a\u003e and we can help you decide based on your specific phono stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat tracking force should I use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrado recommends 1.6–1.9g. Start at 1.75g and adjust by ear using a digital stylus force gauge. Accurate tracking force is especially important with a nude Shibata stylus, which is more sensitive to setup precision than a bonded elliptical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere is it made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy hand, in Brooklyn, New York. 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The solution is a headphone extension cable. Make sure you get one that's the equal of your headphones. Otherwise, audio performance may be compromised.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHigh Quality Super Annealed Copper Wire\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe high-performance Grado 12-Conductor Headphone Extension Cable is constructed from the same high quality super annealed copper wire as the X-Series headphone cables, with braided sheathing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThese cables are available in 12-foot and 15-foot lengths. For longer lengths, these cables may be piggybacked up to three cables. Grado guarantees no degradation of sonic quality with Grado headphones while using their extension cable, so you won't have to worry about any performance compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Works Flawlessly\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"I use it with the Grado 225's, and it does exactly what it should. That means it doesn't change the sound of the headphones at all,\" reports user Tim M, \u003cem\u003eforums.stevehoffman.tv\u003c\/em\u003e.\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"I've had one for about 10 years and I use it a LOT. I use it almost nightly to watch movies after my girlfriend goes to sleep. I drag it across the floor and throw it into a box when I'm done. I'm not nice to it and it still works flawlessly. I use it with Sennheiser HD380 Pro \u0026amp; Grado SR125 headphones,\" observes user synthfreek, also at \u003cem\u003eforums.stevehoffman.tv\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAn Excellent Choice for Any High-End Headphone\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThis extension cable is terminated with a 1\/4\" plug on one end and a 1\/4\" (6.3mm) jack on the other. 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The company is still family-owned, now in its third generation. Their headphones are known for open-back, wired designs that deliver a vivid, immediate, and musical presentation — a character that has earned them a loyal following among listeners who value that direct connection to the music over features or convenience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SR60 Classic is the entry point into the Classic Series. At $125, it is the most affordable Grado headphone in the lineup, and it has been the starting point for countless listeners discovering what Grado sounds like for the first time. The 2026 Classic version brings the updated \u003cstrong\u003e44mm X2 driver\u003c\/strong\u003e to the SR60, improving clarity, balance, and consistency over previous generations. The housing, headband, and cable have also been refined. Same essential character — better execution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrado describes the SR60 as tuned for “balance and musicality,” aimed at long listening sessions rather than maximum bite or excitement. It is designed to be inviting and easy to live with, not fatiguing. At $125, it is one of the most honest-to-goodness hi-fi headphones available at any price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOpen-Back Design — What That Means\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SR60 Classic is an \u003cstrong\u003eopen-back headphone\u003c\/strong\u003e. The rear of the driver housing vents freely to the outside air. This design produces a wider, more natural-sounding presentation than most headphones at this price — the driver breathes in both directions rather than bouncing sound inside a sealed cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe trade-off is leakage. People nearby will hear what you’re listening to, and ambient noise will come in. The SR60 is not suited to offices, public transit, or shared spaces. It is a home listening headphone. In a quiet room, the open design is a genuine advantage that most closed headphones at this price simply cannot match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe 44mm X2 Driver — Tuned for Balance and Musicality\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the center of the SR60 is Grado’s \u003cstrong\u003e44mm X2 dynamic driver\u003c\/strong\u003e, built around a \u003cstrong\u003eMylar diaphragm, copper voice coil, and rare earth magnetic system\u003c\/strong\u003e. The X2 was developed across the entire Classic Series through extensive listening and refinement, with the goal of delivering improved consistency, clarity, and balance while preserving the lively character that defines Grado.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the SR60 specifically, Grado tuned the X2 for a presentation that favors \u003cstrong\u003eclear midrange, natural detail, and a smooth, approachable tonality\u003c\/strong\u003e. The SR60 is not tuned for maximum excitement or analytical precision. It is tuned to be balanced and musical — the kind of headphone you reach for after a long day because it just sounds good without demanding anything from you. Driver-to-driver matching is held to 0.1 dB, keeping the left and right channels well balanced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDie-Injection Molded Housing — Lightweight and Durable\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SR60 uses a \u003cstrong\u003edie-injection molded plastic housing\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is the same fundamental housing material used on the SR80. It is lightweight, consistent in shape, and durable in day-to-day use. It does not have the tonal warmth of mahogany or the density of cocobolo — this is a precision-controlled housing that keeps the headphone light and comfortable for extended wear, and lets the driver’s character come through clearly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe open-back architecture vents through the rear of the housing, producing the spacious, natural presentation that is a defining quality of Grado’s sound at every price level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStandard Headband with Padded Synthetic Strap\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SR60 uses Grado’s \u003cstrong\u003estandard headband assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e with a \u003cstrong\u003epadded synthetic headstrap\u003c\/strong\u003e — a lighter and simpler construction than the Signature Silver or Gold assemblies found on the Hemp, RS1, and GS models. The strap is padded for comfort during extended sessions. An internal steel spring band allows easy, tool-free adjustment of the clamping pressure for a personalized fit. This is the same essential headband design that has appeared on Grado’s entry models for decades, refined here for the Classic Series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eS Cushions — Close-Coupled On-Ear Fit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SR60 ships with Grado’s \u003cstrong\u003eS cushions\u003c\/strong\u003e — the smallest cushion in the Grado lineup. S cushions sit on the ear (supra-aural) rather than around it, creating a close, direct coupling between the driver and the ear. This contributes to the SR60’s clear, immediate character. Like all Grado cushions, S cushions are a tuning element as well as a comfort feature. Experimenting with other cushion types will shift the sound: larger cushions like F or G will push the driver farther from the ear, widening the soundstage and softening the directness of the presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBronze Cable — Fixed, Updated, Dependable\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SR60 ships with Grado’s \u003cstrong\u003eBronze cable\u003c\/strong\u003e in a fixed, hard-wired configuration. This is the entry-level cable in the Grado Classic Series hierarchy — below the Silver cable used on the Hemp and RS1. The Bronze cable is engineered to be lighter, softer, and more flexible than previous Grado cables while maintaining signal integrity. The standard termination is a \u003cstrong\u003e3.5mm plug with a 1\/4” adapter\u003c\/strong\u003e included, making it compatible with both phones and dedicated headphone amplifiers out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Classic Series headphones use fixed, hard-wired cables. Detachable cables are reserved for the Signature Line. This is a deliberate Grado design choice maintained throughout the Classic range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, New York\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery SR60 Classic is assembled by hand at Grado’s facility in Brooklyn, New York — the same building where Grado has been making headphones since 1953. At $125, the SR60 is the most affordable Grado headphone, but it is hand-built in the same facility and to the same standards as the $1,995 GS3000.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat the Experts Say\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eecoustics.com — Classic Series Analysis, March 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eecoustics described the SR60 as “Grado keeping one foot planted where the brand actually built its audience in the first place.” They positioned it as a headphone aimed at balance and musicality for long listening sessions rather than maximum bite — the entry point that has introduced more listeners to Grado than any other model. The X2 driver update was praised as a meaningful refinement that improves consistency across the entire Classic lineup without changing the fundamental character that made these headphones popular.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHiFi Blog — Classic Series Coverage, March 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHiFi Blog described the SR60’s role in the Classic Series as offering “a relatively approachable starting point into the company’s open-back philosophy” for listeners new to the brand. They praised the internal logic of the Classic Series structure, noting that the SR60’s position at the entry level gives new listeners access to Grado’s core open-back character — the vivid, immediate, airy presentation — at the lowest possible commitment.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrado Labs — Official SR60 Classic Product Description, 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGrado describes the SR60’s tuning as favoring “balance and musicality,” with “clear midrange, natural detail, and an inviting presentation designed for long listening sessions.” They describe it as “one of the most accessible ways to experience the Grado sound” and note that it shares the same hand-built construction and workbench-to-workbench process as every other headphone they make in Brooklyn.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilding Your Listening Setup?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone Amplifier (Optional).\u003c\/strong\u003e The SR60 is very easy to drive at 38 ohms and 98 dB sensitivity — a phone, laptop, or portable DAC will get plenty of volume. A dedicated headphone amplifier will improve clarity and control, but it is not required to enjoy the SR60. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/headphones\/headphone-amplifiers\/\"\u003eBrowse Headphone Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC.\u003c\/strong\u003e An outboard DAC can improve the signal quality from a computer or streaming device, and pairs well alongside a headphone amp. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/digital-audio\/digital-to-analog-converters\/\"\u003eBrowse DACs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlternative Cushions.\u003c\/strong\u003e S cushions (included) create a close, direct on-ear presentation. F cushions place the driver slightly farther away for a smoother, more relaxed character. G cushions create the widest, most spacious Grado sound. All are interchangeable — ask us which are compatible with the SR60.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep Up: Classic SR80.\u003c\/strong\u003e The SR80 shares the same driver size and housing type but is tuned by Grado for tighter bass, more midrange presence, and more top-end detail. If you want more energy and immediacy, the SR80 is the natural next step. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/search-results\/?lp=brand-grado\u0026amp;filters=Product+Category,Headphones\"\u003eBrowse Grado headphones\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep Up: Classic SR325.\u003c\/strong\u003e The SR325 moves to a CNC-machined aluminum housing and Signature Silver headband, with a more resolved and detailed presentation. A significant step up in materials and character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e44mm X2 Dynamic Driver — Balanced and Musical Tuning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrado’s X2 driver platform uses a Mylar diaphragm, copper voice coil, and rare earth magnetic system. In the SR60, the 44mm X2 is tuned for balance and musicality — clear midrange, natural detail, and a smooth, inviting presentation designed for long listening sessions without fatigue. Driver-to-driver matching is held to 0.1 dB across every pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOpen-Back Design — Spacious and Natural\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe open-back housing vents the driver freely, producing a wider and more natural-sounding presentation than most closed-back headphones at this price. Designed for home listening in a quiet space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDie-Injection Molded Housing — Lightweight and Consistent\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrecision injection-molded plastic construction keeps the SR60 light and durable for day-to-day use while providing a consistent acoustic environment for the driver. The same fundamental housing used on the SR80.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStandard Headband with Padded Synthetic Strap\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrado’s standard headband assembly with a padded synthetic strap for comfortable extended wear. Internal steel spring band allows easy, tool-free clamping pressure adjustment for a personalized fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eS Cushions — Direct, On-Ear Presentation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrado’s smallest cushion sits directly on the ear, creating a close coupling between the driver and the ear for a clear, immediate presentation. Interchangeable with other Grado cushion types for tonal customization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBronze Cable — Lightweight and Flexible\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrado’s Bronze cable in a fixed hard-wired configuration. Lighter, softer, and more flexible than previous Grado cables. 3.5mm plug with 1\/4” adapter included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriver: 44mm X2 dynamic (Mylar diaphragm, copper voice coil, rare earth magnetic system)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Open-back, on-ear (supra-aural)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 20 Hz–20 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensitivity: 98 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpedance: 38 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriver matching: 0.1 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCushions: S cushions (included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHousing: Die-injection molded plastic, open-back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadband: Standard assembly with padded synthetic strap and steel spring band\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCable: Bronze, fixed hard-wired\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTermination: 3.5mm plug (1\/4” adapter included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeries: Classic Series (entry point)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-faq gsbp-ab3b28d\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the SR60 a good first pair of hi-fi headphones?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — it is one of the most recommended entry points in open-back hi-fi. At $125, it gives you a genuine taste of what Grado’s open-back sound signature is about: clear midrange, natural detail, and a spacious presentation that most similarly priced closed-back headphones cannot match. If you’ve only used standard earbuds or budget headphones, the SR60 will be a meaningful upgrade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need an amplifier for the SR60?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo — the SR60 is very easy to drive at 38 ohms and 98 dB sensitivity. It will play well from a phone, laptop, tablet, or portable DAC. The 3.5mm plug and included 1\/4” adapter cover both. A dedicated headphone amplifier will improve the sound quality, but it is not a requirement at this level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use these at the office or while commuting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The SR60 is open-back — it leaks sound significantly in both directions. People near you will hear your music, and ambient noise will come through to you. These are home listening headphones. In a quiet room they work beautifully; in an office or on transit they are not practical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s the difference between the SR60 and the SR80?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth use the same 44mm X2 driver in the same injection-molded housing with the same Bronze cable. The difference is in tuning. Grado positions the SR80 ($175) as delivering tighter bass, more midrange presence, and more top-end detail than the SR60 — a more forward, energetic presentation. The SR60 is tuned for balance and long listening; the SR80 is tuned for immediacy and engagement. Which is better depends on what you want from a headphone. If you’re not sure, call us and we can help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I change the cushions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Grado cushions are interchangeable across the lineup. S cushions (included) create the closest, most direct on-ear presentation. F cushions push the driver slightly away from the ear for a smoother character. G cushions create the widest, most spacious Grado sound. Swapping cushion types is one of the easiest ways to tune the SR60’s character. Ask us which types are compatible and available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the cable detachable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The Classic Series uses fixed, hard-wired cables by design. The SR60 ships with the Bronze cable in 3.5mm with a 1\/4” adapter. Detachable cables are reserved for Grado’s Signature Line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the SR60 compare to the Hemp Classic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hemp Classic ($495) is a significantly different headphone. It uses a bi-wood hempwood and maple housing, a Signature Silver headband, F cushions, and is tuned for a fuller, warmer, more grounded presentation. The SR60’s strength is balance and musicality at an accessible price. The Hemp’s strength is its distinct tonal character and more premium build. If you want the Grado sound with a warmer, denser quality, the Hemp is the model to consider.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere is the SR60 made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy hand, in Brooklyn, New York. Every SR60 Classic passes through multiple workbenches at Grado’s facility before it ships — the same building and the same process used for every headphone they make, from the $125 SR60 to the $1,995 GS3000.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrado SR60 Classic open-back headphones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eS cushions (installed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFixed Bronze cable (hard-wired)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/4” (6.35mm) adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-titlebox-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f3b5.svg\" alt=\"music note emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003e40+ Years of Expertise\u003c\/strong\u003e — Since 1981, we’ve helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f504.svg\" alt=\"repeat emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it’s right for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f4de.svg\" alt=\"phone emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003eReal Experts, Real Help\u003c\/strong\u003e — Our team is here to answer your questions at \u003ca href=\"tel:8009420220\"\u003e800-942-0220\u003c\/a\u003e, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f69a.svg\" alt=\"truck emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f4b3.svg\" alt=\"credit card emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Payment Options\u003c\/strong\u003e — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew to open-back headphones and wondering what all the fuss is about? Or looking to build your first real home listening setup? 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Hand-built in Brooklyn with a hand-carved Mediterranean olive wood body, the Sonata4 mounts a nude elliptical diamond on a specially designed cantilever for audibly faster, cleaner, more detailed sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eFor serious listeners climbing the Timbre range, this is the step worth stretching for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"Xa5f41b41ea1003252e242307752515ff84cc129\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNude Elliptical Diamond on an Upgraded Cantilever\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eUnlike the bonded styli on the Opus4 and Platinum4, the Sonata4’s nude elliptical is cut from a single piece of diamond—no metal shank, no glue joint, far less tip mass. Mounted to a specially designed aluminum cantilever, it responds to the groove faster and more faithfully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eYou’ll hear crisper transients, sweeter highs, lower surface noise, and finer low-level detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X1c1477d9800d2ec8f691143cfff12e737754378\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHand-Carved Mediterranean Olive Wood Body\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eDense, fine-grained olive wood damps and tunes vibrational energy naturally, giving the Sonata4 the warm, organic, dimensional character that has made Grado’s wood cartridges famous. The 4 Series body is reshaped for better cantilever visibility and easier alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"Xab22bd0faad305ed4beea78c832ade89464c106\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFlux-Bridger Moving Iron Generator with 6N Copper\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eJoseph Grado’s patented flux-bridger design pairs fixed coils—wound with ultra-high-purity 6N OCC copper—with an ultra-low-mass moving iron element. Add cryogenic component treatment and internal damping, and the result is remarkable transparency and speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X1d391cda695c68be8379dd6aa20a3af0edc51df\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eThree Versions: High Output, Low Output, and Mono\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Sonata4 comes in three versions: High Output (4.0mV), Low Output (1.0mV), and Mono. High Output works with any standard MM phono input; Low Output rewards higher-gain phono stages with even lower moving mass and finer detail; and the Mono version is purpose-built for dedicated mono record collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"hand-built-in-brooklyn-new-york\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, New York\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eEvery Timbre Series cartridge is assembled and tested by hand at Grado Labs in Brooklyn, where the Grado family has been building cartridges since 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"building-your-system\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Sonata4 rewards quality turntables with medium-mass tonearms and a good phono stage. Choose high output for any MM phono input, or low output if your phono stage offers extra gain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eWhen the stylus eventually wears, Grado’s Wood Cartridge Upgrade Program lets you trade in any Grado wood cartridge toward a new one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features-specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eNude Elliptical Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSingle-piece diamond with far less tip mass for faster, cleaner sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eSpecially Designed Cantilever\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUpgraded assembly transfers groove detail with minimal loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Carved Mediterranean Olive Wood Body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNatural tonewood damping for warm, dimensional, organic sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eFlux-Bridger Generator with 6N OCC Copper Coils\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMoving coil speed and transparency without the fragility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eThree Available Versions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHigh Output (4.0mV), Low Output (1.0mV), or Mono for mono record collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, USA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAssembled and tested at Grado’s family-owned factory, est. 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; 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The X2 platform was developed across the entire Classic Series through extensive listening, improving clarity, balance, and consistency while preserving Grado’s characteristic immediacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the RS1, the tuning specifically \u003cstrong\u003eemphasizes expressive midrange detail and musical immediacy\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is a more focused, direct presentation than the GS1000 or GS3000 — which use the same or larger drivers but with G cushions that push the driver farther from the ear for a wider, more expansive character. The RS1 with L cushions keeps the driver closer, creating a presentation that is more forward and intimate. Driver-to-driver matching is held to 0.05 dB for precise stereo balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTri-Wood Housing — Three Woods, One Purpose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe RS1 Classic’s housing is constructed from three distinct woods, each chosen for a specific acoustic contribution:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCocobolo\u003c\/strong\u003e forms the outer ring — a dense, tropical hardwood known for its striking grain patterns and tonal richness. Cocobolo adds density and what Grado describes as “extra punch”: a quality of definition and attack that makes the RS1’s presentation feel grounded and focused.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHemp\u003c\/strong\u003e forms the core layer — the same compressed hemp fiber material used in the Hemp headphone, known for its natural damping properties. Hemp smooths the top and low ends of the frequency response, contributing to the RS1’s balanced, controlled character without softening the midrange.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaple\u003c\/strong\u003e forms the outer sleeve — a harder, denser wood that handles most of the structural damping work. Maple provides stability and rigidity at the driver interface, controlling resonances within the housing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese three materials work together as a system rather than simply being layered for aesthetics. Grado describes the result as “a rich, nuanced tonal palette” — full-bodied, dynamic, and defined. The RS1 is the only model in the Classic Series that uses this specific tri-wood construction, sitting between the Hemp’s dual-wood (hempwood and maple) and the GS3000’s bi-material (cocobolo and aluminum).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eL Cushions — Close-Coupled, Forward-Sounding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe RS1 Classic ships with Grado’s \u003cstrong\u003eL cushions\u003c\/strong\u003e. L cushions are a mid-size pad that positions the driver closer to the ear than the G cushions used on the GS1000 and GS3000, but farther than the S cushions on the SR60 and SR80. This geometry reinforces the RS1’s focused, forward midrange character — the driver is close enough to the ear to create a direct, immediate presentation, but not so close as to feel compressed or congested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all Grado cushions, L cushions also serve as a tuning element. Experimenting with other cushion types will shift the RS1’s character — G cushions will push the driver farther from the ear, widening the soundstage significantly at the cost of some directness. Ask us which cushion types are compatible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSignature Gold Headband Assembly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe RS1 uses the \u003cstrong\u003eSignature Gold headband assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e — the same premium mechanical platform as the GS1000 and GS3000, and the most refined headband in the Classic Series. It includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngraved aluminum alloy gimbals\u003c\/strong\u003e for controlled rotation and precise driver alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStainless steel height rods\u003c\/strong\u003e for structural rigidity and long-term durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReinforced aluminum junction blocks\u003c\/strong\u003e for improved mechanical stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine leather headstrap with contrasting white stitching\u003c\/strong\u003e for comfort during extended sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInternal steel spring band\u003c\/strong\u003e for easy, tool-free clamping adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe RS1 sharing the Signature Gold headband with the GS1000 is meaningful — it signals that Grado considers this the hardware level appropriate for a $750 headphone in its lineup, and it is a noticeable step up from the Signature Silver headband on the Hemp and SR325.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSignature Silver Cable\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe RS1 ships with Grado’s \u003cstrong\u003eSignature Silver cable\u003c\/strong\u003e — the same cable as the GS1000, engineered to be lighter, softer, and more flexible than previous Grado cables while maintaining signal integrity. The cable is fixed and hard-wired. Optional XLR termination is available for listeners with balanced headphone amplifiers. Standard termination is 6.35mm (1\/4”) single-ended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Origin Story — Why the RS1 Exists\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1994, John Grado built the first RS1 headphone by hand, in the middle of the night, in Grado’s Brooklyn facility. It was the first time the company had used wood in a headphone housing — an experiment driven by curiosity about how natural materials could affect sound. The result became one of the most acclaimed and recognizable headphones in Grado’s history. Every wood-body Grado that followed — from the GS1000 to the current GS3000 — traces its lineage to that first RS1. The Classic Series version carries forward that history with the X2 driver update and refined build components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, New York\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery RS1 Classic is assembled by hand at Grado’s facility in Brooklyn, New York — the same building where the first RS1 was built in 1994. Every pair passes through multiple workbenches before it ships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat the Experts Say\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eecoustics.com — Classic Series Analysis, March 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eecoustics positioned the RS1 as the point in the Classic Series “where Grado wants tradition and refinement to meet without going full GS.” They noted Grado’s own language for the RS1 focuses on midrange expression and immediacy, and highlighted that the L cushions “suggest a more focused presentation than the GS models.” The RS1 received the Signature Gold headband and Signature Silver cable, putting it on the same hardware level as the GS1000 despite its more compact wood-body format. The X2 driver update was praised across the Classic Series for improving consistency without disrupting the fundamental character that made these headphones popular.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone Guru — RS1x Review (predecessor generation)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHeadphone Guru reviewed the RS1x predecessor and described the tri-wood housing as “stunningly beautiful looking” and the sound as “warm,” calling out the combination of maple, hemp, and cocobolo as producing a result that is “full-bodied, dynamic, and truly defined.” They praised the RS1x’s expressive midrange and noted it as a headphone that “opens Grado to a new level of sound” when the three woods work together with the 50mm driver. The RS1 Classic carries forward this tri-wood formula with the X2 driver refinements.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest of High End — Classic Series Coverage, March 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBest of High End described the RS1 as taking the hemp-and-maple bi-wood concept of the Hemp model “a step further with tri-wood construction, blending maple, hemp, and cocobolo for a rich, nuanced tonal palette.” They noted the Classic Series overall “exemplifies Grado’s philosophy of steady evolution — building upon proven designs, refining where it counts.”\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: The Classic Series launched late March 2026. No scored reviews of the RS1 Classic specifically exist at time of writing. The Headphone Guru review covers the RS1x predecessor. Replace with RS1 Classic-specific scored reviews as they are published.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilding Your Listening Setup?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone Amplifier.\u003c\/strong\u003e The RS1 is easy to drive at 38 ohms and 99.8 dB sensitivity, but it scales meaningfully with quality amplification. A dedicated headphone amplifier will bring out more dynamics, deeper soundstage, and better driver control. Given the RS1’s expressive, forward midrange, transparent amplification pairs well. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/headphones\/headphone-amplifiers\/\"\u003eBrowse Headphone Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC.\u003c\/strong\u003e An outboard DAC improves signal quality from a computer or streaming source. The RS1’s expressive character will reveal differences in source quality clearly. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/digital-audio\/digital-to-analog-converters\/\"\u003eBrowse DACs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlternative Cushions.\u003c\/strong\u003e L cushions (included) give the RS1 its focused, forward, midrange-forward character. G cushions will push the driver farther from the ear, widening the soundstage significantly for a more expansive presentation. Both are available separately — ask us which types are compatible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep Down: Classic Hemp.\u003c\/strong\u003e If the RS1 is above budget, the Hemp ($495) uses a bi-wood hempwood and maple housing with the same Signature Silver headband but a different 44mm X2 driver and F cushions. Warmer and fuller in character, less forward than the RS1.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep Up: Classic GS1000.\u003c\/strong\u003e The GS1000 ($1,195) adds a 50mm X2 driver in a solid mahogany housing with G cushions for a wider, more spacious presentation — a different tonal character from the RS1’s focused immediacy. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/search-results\/?lp=brand-grado\u0026amp;filters=Product+Category,Headphones\"\u003eBrowse Grado headphones\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e50mm X2 Dynamic Driver — Tuned for Midrange Expression\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrado’s X2 platform uses a Mylar diaphragm, copper voice coil, and rare earth magnetic system. In the RS1, the 50mm X2 is specifically tuned to emphasize expressive midrange detail and musical immediacy — a more focused, forward presentation than the GS models. Driver-to-driver matching: 0.05 dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTri-Wood Housing — Cocobolo, Hemp, and Maple\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe only tri-wood model in the Classic Series. Cocobolo outer ring for density and tonal richness. Hemp core for natural damping and smooth frequency extremes. Maple sleeve for structural stability and primary resonance control. Each wood is chosen for its acoustic role; together they produce a full-bodied, defined sound that is richer and more textured than single-wood designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOpen-Back Design — Natural, Immediate Soundstage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe open-back architecture vents the driver freely, producing a natural-sounding presentation wider than closed-back designs. The RS1’s L cushion geometry and forward tuning make this openness feel direct and immediate rather than expansive. Designed for home listening in a quiet space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eL Cushions — Direct, Focused Presentation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eL cushions position the driver at an intermediate distance from the ear — closer than G cushions, farther than S cushions. They reinforce the RS1’s forward midrange character. Interchangeable with other Grado cushion types for tonal customization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSignature Gold Headband Assembly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most refined headband in the Classic Series. Engraved aluminum alloy gimbals, stainless steel height rods, reinforced aluminum junction blocks, genuine leather headstrap with contrasting white stitching, and an internal steel spring band for easy clamping adjustment. Shared with the GS1000 and GS3000.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSignature Silver Cable — Fixed, Flexible\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHard-wired Signature Silver cable, lighter and more flexible than previous Grado cables. Standard 6.35mm (1\/4”) termination. Optional XLR termination available for balanced systems. All Classic Series headphones use fixed, hard-wired cables; detachable cables are reserved for the Signature Line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriver: 50mm X2 dynamic (Mylar diaphragm, copper voice coil, rare earth magnetic system)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Open-back, over-ear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 12 Hz–30 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensitivity: 99.8 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpedance: 38 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriver matching: 0.05 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCushions: L cushions (included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHousing: Tri-wood — cocobolo outer ring, hemp core, maple sleeve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadband: Signature Gold assembly (engraved aluminum gimbals, stainless steel rods, leather strap)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCable: Signature Silver (fixed, hard-wired)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTermination: 6.35mm (1\/4”) standard; optional XLR available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeries: Classic Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in USA (Brooklyn, NY)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-faq gsbp-ab3b28d\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the RS1 differ from the GS1000?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth use a 50mm X2 driver with the Signature Gold headband. The key differences are housing and cushions. The GS1000 uses solid mahogany and G cushions, which position the driver farther from the ear for a wider, more spacious, effortless presentation. The RS1 uses a tri-wood cocobolo\/hemp\/maple housing and L cushions, which position the driver closer to the ear for a more focused, forward, midrange-expressive character. The RS1 is more immediate; the GS1000 is more expansive. Which is better depends on what you want from a headphone — call us if you want help choosing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the RS1 differ from the Hemp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hemp ($495) uses a bi-wood hempwood and maple housing with a 44mm X2 driver and F cushions. Its tuning is described as “fuller and more grounded” — warmer and denser than typical Grado headphones. The RS1 ($750) uses a tri-wood cocobolo\/hemp\/maple housing with a 50mm X2 driver and L cushions, tuned for midrange expression and immediacy — more forward and energetic than the Hemp but with cocobolo’s added tonal richness. The RS1 also steps up to the Signature Gold headband, while the Hemp uses Signature Silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy does the RS1 use three different woods?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach wood contributes a specific acoustic quality. Maple handles the primary resonance damping and provides structural stability. Hemp smooths the top and low ends of the frequency response, helping the overall presentation feel balanced. Cocobolo adds density, definition, and what Grado calls “extra punch” — a quality of solidity and focus in the upper bass and lower midrange. Together they produce a result that is richer and more textured than any single wood could achieve alone. This tri-wood approach was first developed for the RS1x predecessor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a headphone amplifier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot strictly — at 38 ohms and 99.8 dB sensitivity, the RS1 will play from a phone, laptop, or portable DAC. But it scales noticeably with quality amplification. A good headphone amplifier will improve dynamics, imaging, and control. Given the RS1’s expressive, forward midrange, transparent amplification is a better match than anything that adds warmth or coloration. Call us for amplifier recommendations at your budget.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use these away from home?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo — the RS1 is open-back, which means it leaks sound significantly in both directions. People near you will hear your music, and ambient noise will enter freely. These are home listening headphones, designed for a quiet room with quality amplification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I change the cushions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Grado cushions are interchangeable across the lineup. L cushions (included) give the RS1 its forward, focused, midrange-forward character. G cushions will push the driver farther from the ear, widening the soundstage considerably for a more expansive presentation — similar in geometry to the GS models. S and F cushions are also compatible. Experimenting is encouraged — each type meaningfully shifts the character. Ask us which cushion types are available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the cable detachable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. All Classic Series headphones use fixed, hard-wired cables by design. Detachable cables are reserved for Grado’s Signature Line. The RS1 ships with the Signature Silver cable. Optional XLR termination is available for balanced headphone amplifier systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs optional XLR termination available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, confirmed for the RS1 Classic. Verify the ordering mechanism (factory option vs. separate SKU) and any price difference with Audio Advisor before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere is it made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy hand, in Brooklyn, New York — the same facility where John Grado built the first RS1 in 1994. Grado Labs has assembled headphones there since 1953. 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Hand-built in Brooklyn, it shares every material and construction detail with the stereo Opus4—but its generator is purpose-built for mono records.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eIf your collection includes mono jazz, classical, or the great mono reissue series, this cartridge will transform how those records sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-a-dedicated-mono-cartridge\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Dedicated Mono Cartridge?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eMono records carry music in the groove’s side-to-side motion only. A true mono cartridge reads exactly that—so the surface noise, wear, and vertical artifacts a stereo cartridge picks up simply disappear. As Grado puts it, a mono cartridge makes your records quieter and more musical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003ePhase anomalies vanish, the center image locks in, and no mono switch is needed—both channels carry the identical signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"true-mono-generator-not-a-shortcut\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eTrue Mono Generator, Not a Shortcut\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eGrado doesn’t simply bridge a stereo cartridge. The Opus4 Mono uses a revised version of Joseph Grado’s patented flux-bridger moving iron generator, engineered for mono operation while keeping the same ultra-low moving mass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"hand-carved-american-maple-body\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHand-Carved American Maple Body\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eLike the stereo version, the Opus4 Mono’s body is carved from American maple, a tonewood prized for its warm, balanced resonance character—paired with an elliptical diamond on an aluminum cantilever and Grado’s OCC copper signal path with cryogenic treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"high-output-hand-built-in-brooklyn\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHigh Output, Hand-Built in Brooklyn\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eWith 4.0mV of output, the Opus4 Mono works with any standard MM phono input. Each one is built to order and hand-assembled at Grado’s family-owned Brooklyn factory, est. 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"building-your-system\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Opus4 Mono suits any quality turntable with a standard MM phono input. Many collectors keep it mounted on a second headshell or tonearm, switching to it whenever a mono pressing hits the platter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003ePlease note: mono versions are built to order by Grado—allow additional lead time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features-specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eTrue Mono Moving Iron Generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReads only the mono groove for quieter, more musical playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Carved American Maple Body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNatural tonewood damping for rich, organic, full-bodied sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eElliptical Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIdeal for original mono LPs and modern mono reissues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHigh-Output Design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4.0mV works with any standard MM phono input—no mono switch needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWood Cartridge Upgrade Program\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTrade in any Grado wood cartridge toward a new one—regardless of condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, USA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBuilt to order at Grado’s family-owned factory, est. 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eType: Mono Moving Iron (MI)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eStylus: Elliptical Diamond\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCantilever: Aluminum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBody: Hand-Carved American Maple\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutput: 4.0mV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eLoad Impedance: 10k–47k ohms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eTracking Force: 1.6–1.9 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eWeight: 8.3 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"frequently-asked-questions\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDo I need a mono switch or special phono preamp?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The 4.0mV output works with any standard MM phono input, and both channels carry the identical mono signal—no switch required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eCan I play stereo records with it?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe mono version is purpose-built for mono pressings. For stereo records, use the stereo Opus4—many collectors keep one of each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does it differ from the stereo Opus4?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials and construction are identical—the generator is revised for true mono operation, so mono pressings play quieter, cleaner, and with a rock-solid center image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWho is the Opus4 Mono designed for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s ideal for collectors of mono jazz, classical, and mono reissues who want an affordable entry into dedicated mono playback with Grado’s wood-body warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-audio-advisor\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e40+ Years of Expertise – Helping music lovers build better systems since 1981.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee – Hear it in your own system with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eReal Product Experts – Friendly advice before and after your purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eFree Shipping – On qualifying orders over $49.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eFlexible Financing – Convenient payment options available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grado Labs","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981611589805,"sku":"NEW-GROPUS4-MONO","price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45981611622573,"sku":"DEMO-GROPUS4-MONO","price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/GROPUS4_01_angle_2026__85627.1776435844.1280.1280_13484f8d-fbad-43bc-a79d-714e9fc149f6.jpg?v=1778167678"},{"product_id":"grado-large-pair-replacement-ear-cushions","title":"Grado Large Pair Replacement Ear Cushions","description":"\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eNothing puts the crimp in a headphone listening session as quickly as a worn-out earpad. 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The Platinum3 is a great example of what the Timbre Series is made for: to start listening to your music with more clarity and depth than you’ve heard before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eTo make the Grado Timbre Series work as a whole, Grado's engineers created a way for Jarrah wood, diamonds, and a twin magnet system to integrate with Grado's Flux-Bridge. Grado modified its four-piece OTL cantilever technology to achieve a 10% tip mass reduction over the Prestige Series and has ultra-high purity long crystal (UHPLC) oxygen free copper wire in the coils. The Platinum3 uses a specially Grado designed elliptical diamond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Recommended Component\" Honors\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eStereophile\u003c\/em\u003e honored the Platinum3 by awarding it the magazine's coveted Recommend Component status for 2025.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAccording to \u003cem\u003eStereophile\u003c\/em\u003e,\"HR [Herb Reichert] described this wood-bodied, low-compliance, moving iron cartridge, which weighs 9gm and is fitted with an elliptical stylus, as 'a poor man's Koetsu,' because it produces lush, spacious, color-saturated sound.'\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"HR wrote that it reproduced opera and early classical music with 'ease, elegance, and dramatic subtlety.' He concluded that 'if your taste in music runs toward acoustic jazz, ambient, or classical, the Platinum3 could save you from spending $4000 on a fancy-pants MC. It's that good.'\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBuilt from Jarrah Wood\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAfter the Platinum3 cartridge is crafted, it is placed inside an Australian Jarrah wood housing. Jarrah is relied upon for the majority of Timbre Series due to its ability to produce surgically precise clarity without losing any depth. Through a variation of thermal aging processes, the housing gains the ability to better dampen and control the resonant frequencies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eExtreme Precision\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eGrado has combined newly developed coil winding techniques with decades-old disciplines. A new two-step shielding process brings not only exact unison between the four coils but also an unobstructed path for a cleaner signal. The music is allowed to travel undistorted through the coils, greatly reducing mechanical noise. There is an extreme clarity over the full frequency range, with absolutely no stridency or shrillness. Precisely hand tipped with a diamond, each cartridge is the end product of a great amount of care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHand-Built with Love in Brooklyn\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eEach Platinum3 is hand-built by the Grado team in Brooklyn. Fine-tuned for everything from entry-level turntables up to the highest-end stereo systems, the solid mass of the wood helps keep the Platinum3 steady and producing the Grado signature sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eChoose high output, low output, or mono models.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grado Labs","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981804167341,"sku":"NEW-GRPLAT3-LO","price":400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45981804200109,"sku":"DEMO-GRPLAT3-LO","price":329.3,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Open Box","offer_id":45981804232877,"sku":"OPEN-GRPLAT3-LO","price":244.93,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/GRPLAT3_H_01-Large__12423.1726511804.1280.1280_7076d199-92a9-46b6-a0d8-8a130742a18b.jpg?v=1778107544"},{"product_id":"grado-classic-gs3000-headphones","title":"Grado Classic GS3000 Headphones","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe GS3000 Classic — Grado’s Flagship Open-Back\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrado Labs has made headphones in Brooklyn, New York since 1953. The company is still family-owned, now in its third generation. Their headphones are known for a vivid, immediate, open presentation that puts you close to the music — and the GS3000 Classic is the pinnacle of that philosophy in their wired Classic Series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnnounced in March 2026 as part of the new \u003cstrong\u003eClassic Series\u003c\/strong\u003e, the GS3000 is the top model in the lineup at $1,995. It brings together the largest driver Grado makes for the Classic range — the \u003cstrong\u003e52mm X2\u003c\/strong\u003e — a \u003cstrong\u003ecocobolo wood and aluminum housing\u003c\/strong\u003e that has been part of the GS3000 lineage since it was first introduced, the \u003cstrong\u003eSignature Gold headband assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e, oversized \u003cstrong\u003eG cushions\u003c\/strong\u003e, and optional XLR termination. Every pair is hand-built in Brooklyn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrado describes the GS3000 as the model for listeners who want “the biggest enclosure, the largest driver in the lineup, and the most expansive presentation.” It is not a headphone that demands anything of you. It is a headphone that rewards you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOpen-Back Design — What That Means\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GS3000 Classic is an \u003cstrong\u003eopen-back headphone\u003c\/strong\u003e. The rear of the driver housing vents to the outside air, which allows sound to breathe in both directions. This is the primary reason open-back headphones can produce a wider, more natural-sounding soundstage than closed designs — the driver isn’t fighting reflections trapped inside a sealed cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe trade-off is real: these headphones leak sound in both directions. People near you will hear your music. Ambient noise will enter. The GS3000 Classic is a dedicated home listening headphone, built for a quiet room with proper amplification. That is the condition under which it becomes extraordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe 52mm X2 Driver — Grado’s Largest and Most Refined\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the center of the GS3000 is Grado’s \u003cstrong\u003e52mm X2 dynamic driver\u003c\/strong\u003e — the largest in the Classic Series and two millimeters wider than the 50mm driver in the GS1000. It is built around a \u003cstrong\u003eMylar diaphragm, copper voice coil, and rare earth magnetic system\u003c\/strong\u003e. The X2 platform was developed through extensive listening and refinement, improving balance and clarity while preserving the immediacy and musical energy the GS3000 is known for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe larger 52mm diaphragm moves more air than any other driver in the Classic lineup. More air movement means deeper bass extension, greater dynamic headroom, and a presentation that scales with the music rather than compressing it. The frequency response extends from \u003cstrong\u003e4 Hz to 51 kHz\u003c\/strong\u003e — the widest in the Classic Series, and wider than the GS1000’s 8 Hz–35 kHz. Driver-to-driver matching is held to 0.05 dB, the tightest in the lineup, ensuring precise stereo balance across every pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCocobolo and Aluminum Housing — Two Materials, One Purpose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GS3000’s housing is where the design gets genuinely special. The outer layer is \u003cstrong\u003ecocobolo\u003c\/strong\u003e — a dense, tropical hardwood known for its striking grain patterns and rich color that varies from pair to pair. No two GS3000 headphones look exactly alike. Cocobolo has been used in musical instruments including oboes, clarinets, and guitars for its tonal properties: warmth, richness, and a natural resonance character that complements the music rather than coloring it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrado pairs the cocobolo with an \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum sleeve or chamber\u003c\/strong\u003e. The aluminum adds controlled mass and rigidity to the housing, helping manage the resonances generated by a large 52mm driver. The two materials work together — cocobolo for tonal character and natural damping, aluminum for structural control. This is what Grado calls “a union of tonal richness and structural integrity.” It also makes the GS3000 distinctly different from the all-mahogany GS1000, both sonically and visually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eG Cushions — The Foundation of the GS3000’s Soundstage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GS3000 ships with Grado’s \u003cstrong\u003eG cushions\u003c\/strong\u003e — the largest cushion in the lineup. The G cushion positions the driver farther from the ear than a standard pad, creating the air gap that gives the GS3000 its characteristic sense of width and depth. When reviewers talk about the GS3000’s soundstage feeling like a “room” rather than a headphone, the G cushion geometry is a primary reason why.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all Grado cushions, G cushions are a tuning element as well as a comfort feature. Experimenting with other cushion types — L cushions produce a more forward, intimate presentation — is a well-known way to adjust the character of the GS3000 to your preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSignature Gold Headband Assembly — The Best in the Classic Range\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GS3000 uses Grado’s \u003cstrong\u003eSignature Gold headband assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e — the same premium mechanical platform found on the GS1000, and the most refined headband in the Classic Series. The system includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngraved aluminum alloy gimbals\u003c\/strong\u003e for controlled rotation and precise alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStainless steel height rods\u003c\/strong\u003e for structural rigidity and long-term durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReinforced aluminum junction blocks\u003c\/strong\u003e for improved mechanical stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine leather headstrap with contrasting white stitching\u003c\/strong\u003e for comfort during extended sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInternal steel spring band\u003c\/strong\u003e for tool-free, personalized clamping adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis headband assembly was first introduced on Grado’s Signature HP100 and represents a meaningful step up from the headband hardware found on lower Classic Series models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFixed Cable — Hard-Wired by Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all Classic Series headphones, the GS3000 uses a \u003cstrong\u003efixed, hard-wired cable\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is a deliberate Grado design choice — the Classic Series maintains the brand’s traditional hard-wired construction, while detachable cable designs are reserved for the Signature Line. The cable is engineered for signal integrity and long-term reliability. Optional XLR termination is available for listeners with balanced headphone amplifiers. The standard termination is a 6.35mm (1\/4”) single-ended jack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, New York\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery GS3000 Classic passes through multiple workbenches at Grado’s facility in Brooklyn before it ships. The company has built headphones there since 1953. Each cocobolo housing is individually matched for both finish and acoustic character — a process that takes time and cannot be automated. This is not mass-production audio. It is a craft product from a company that treats it as one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilding Your Listening Setup? Here Are Some Great Companions.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone Amplifier.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 38 ohms and 99.8 dB sensitivity, the GS3000 is easy to drive but rewards exceptional amplification. What Hi-Fi? tested it with a Burmester 088 preamp and Chord Hugo TT2 — at this level, source and amplifier quality matters. A quality dedicated headphone amplifier is the right partner. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/headphones\/headphone-amplifiers\/\"\u003eBrowse Headphone Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC.\u003c\/strong\u003e A high-quality outboard DAC significantly improves the signal the GS3000 has to work with. At nearly $2,000, these headphones reveal everything upstream of them — which means the better your source, the better they sound. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/digital-audio\/digital-to-analog-converters\/\"\u003eBrowse DACs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlternative Grado Cushions.\u003c\/strong\u003e G cushions (included) deliver the wide, spacious character the GS3000 is known for. L cushions create a more intimate, forward presentation. Both are available separately. Ask us which cushion types are compatible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe GS1000 Classic.\u003c\/strong\u003e If the GS3000 exceeds your budget, the GS1000 ($1,195) shares the same Signature Gold headband and G cushions with a 50mm X2 driver and solid mahogany housing. A significant headphone in its own right. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/headphones\/headphones\/?filters=Brand,Grado+Labs\"\u003eBrowse Grado headphones\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrado Signature Line.\u003c\/strong\u003e If you want detachable cables or further material refinement beyond the Classic Series, Grado’s Signature Line sits above it. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/headphones\/headphones\/\"\u003eBrowse headphones at Audio Advisor\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e52mm X2 Dynamic Driver — Grado’s Largest, Most Extended\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrado’s 52mm X2 driver is built around a Mylar diaphragm, copper voice coil, and rare earth magnetic system. At 52mm — two millimeters wider than the GS1000’s driver — it moves more air, extending bass response down to 4 Hz and frequency response out to 51 kHz. The X2 incorporates refined tuning developed through extensive listening, improving balance and clarity while preserving the immediacy the GS3000 is known for. Driver matching is held to 0.05 dB across every pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOpen-Back Design — Maximum Soundstage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vented open-back architecture allows the driver to breathe freely in both directions. No sound bouncing inside a sealed cup. The result is the widest, most natural-sounding soundstage in the Classic Series — and one of the most expansive presentations available in open-back dynamic headphones at any price. Designed for home listening in a quiet space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCocobolo Wood and Aluminum Housing — Unique by Nature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach GS3000 housing is machined from cocobolo — a tropical hardwood whose grain pattern and color vary from pair to pair. No two GS3000s look exactly alike. Paired with an aluminum chamber, the housing combines cocobolo’s natural resonance damping and tonal warmth with aluminum’s added mass and rigidity for control of the 52mm driver. This two-material construction is the defining characteristic of the GS3000 in the Classic Series, setting it apart from the all-mahogany GS1000.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eG Cushions — The Geometry Behind the Soundstage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe largest Grado cushion. G cushions position the driver farther from the ear, creating the air gap that produces the GS3000’s characteristic sense of width and depth. They serve both as a comfort feature and a critical tuning element. Alternative cushion styles are available separately for listeners who prefer a different presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSignature Gold Headband Assembly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most refined headband platform in the Classic Series. Engraved aluminum alloy gimbals, stainless steel height rods, reinforced aluminum junction blocks, genuine leather headstrap with contrasting white stitching, and an internal steel spring band for tool-free clamping adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFixed Hard-Wired Cable — Optional XLR Available\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Classic Series headphones use fixed, hard-wired cables — a deliberate design choice maintained by Grado throughout the Classic lineup. Standard 6.35mm (1\/4”) termination. Optional XLR termination available for balanced systems. Verify cable specifications and XLR ordering details with Audio Advisor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriver: 52mm X2 dynamic (Mylar diaphragm, copper voice coil, rare earth magnetic system)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Open-back, over-ear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 4 Hz–51 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensitivity: 99.8 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpedance: 38 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriver matching: 0.05 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCushions: G cushions (included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHousing: Cocobolo wood with aluminum sleeve\/chamber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadband: Signature Gold assembly (engraved aluminum gimbals, stainless steel rods, leather strap)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCable: Fixed hard-wired (cable name\/spec: verify with Grado before publishing)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTermination: 6.35mm (1\/4”) standard; optional XLR available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeries: Classic Series (flagship)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in USA (Brooklyn, NY)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMSRP: $1,995\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable from: Late March 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-faq gsbp-ab3b28d\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes the GS3000 different from the GS1000?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth are Classic Series flagships with the Signature Gold headband and G cushions, but the GS3000 goes further in every dimension. It uses a larger 52mm X2 driver (vs. 50mm in the GS1000), which extends frequency response from 4Hz–51kHz (vs. 8Hz–35kHz). The housing is cocobolo wood with an aluminum chamber (vs. solid mahogany in the GS1000) — a two-material construction that adds both tonal richness and structural mass for control of the larger driver. If you want the most expansive, detailed presentation Grado Classic makes, the GS3000 is the answer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a high-end amplifier for these?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 38 ohms and 99.8 dB sensitivity, the GS3000 will play from most sources — including a laptop or phone. But at nearly $2,000, these headphones reveal everything in the signal chain above them. What Hi-Fi? tested them with a Burmester 088 preamp and a Chord Hugo TT2 — that’s the level they’re designed to work with. A quality dedicated headphone amplifier and DAC are genuinely worth the investment at this level. Call us if you want advice on what pairs well within your budget.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use these in an office or on the go?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The GS3000 is an open-back headphone. It leaks sound significantly in both directions — people around you will hear your music, and all ambient sound will come through to you. These are home headphones, designed for a quiet room with quality amplification. That is the environment that unlocks what they can do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill each pair look different?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Cocobolo wood has striking, variable grain patterns and color shifts that make every pair visually unique. The grain direction, figuring, and tonal range of the wood all vary naturally from tree to tree and even within a single piece. Grado matches each pair for acoustic character, but the visual appearance will be distinct. This is a feature, not an inconsistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I change the cushions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Grado cushions are interchangeable across the lineup. The G cushions included with the GS3000 produce the wide, spacious presentation the model is known for. Fitting L cushions brings the driver closer to the ear for a more intimate, forward character. Experimenting is part of the Grado experience. Ask us which cushion types are available and compatible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the cable detachable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. All Classic Series headphones use fixed, hard-wired cables. Grado deliberately maintains this construction throughout the Classic range. If you want a detachable cable, Grado’s Signature Line is where that feature lives. Optional XLR termination is available on the GS3000 for balanced amplifier systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this compare to Grado’s Signature Line?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Classic Series and Signature Line coexist as distinct series. The Signature Line offers detachable cables, different housing materials, and further refinements aimed at the highest level of performance. The Classic Series represents Grado’s traditional hard-wired open-back philosophy. The GS3000 sits at the top of the Classic range — it is not a compromise model but the purest expression of what the Classic Series is designed to do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere is it made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy hand, in Brooklyn, New York. Grado Labs has assembled headphones at their Brooklyn facility since 1953. Every GS3000 Classic passes through multiple workbenches — including individual matching of cocobolo pairs for both visual finish and acoustic character — before it ships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrado GS3000 Classic open-back headphones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eG cushions (installed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFixed hard-wired cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-titlebox-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f3b5.svg\" alt=\"music note emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003e40+ Years of Expertise\u003c\/strong\u003e — Since 1981, we’ve helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f504.svg\" alt=\"repeat emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — Take your time. 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Hand-assembled at Grado’s original Brooklyn factory, it treats your mono records with the seriousness they deserve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eFor collections built around original mono jazz and classical pressings, this is where playback becomes an event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-a-dedicated-mono-cartridge\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Dedicated Mono Cartridge?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eMono records carry music in the groove’s side-to-side motion only. A true mono cartridge reads exactly that—so the surface noise, wear, and vertical artifacts a stereo cartridge picks up simply disappear. As Grado puts it, a mono cartridge makes your records quieter and more musical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003ePhase anomalies vanish, the center image locks in, and no mono switch is needed—both channels carry the identical signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"true-mono-generator-flagship-execution\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eTrue Mono Generator, Flagship Execution\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eGrado doesn’t simply bridge a stereo cartridge. The Statement4 Mono uses a revised, mono-dedicated version of the flux-bridger generator, wound with ultra-high-purity 7N OCC copper and cryogenically treated during both component preparation and final assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X5b5e9ba965877d17355b2b672a72030ebe75472\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNude Shibata on Machined Boron, Brazilian Ebony Body\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Shibata profile rides portions of the groove wall untouched by decades of conical styli, often making vintage mono pressings sound startlingly fresh. The boron cantilever delivers it all with instant speed, while the dense Brazilian ebony body keeps the background silent and the presentation composed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"low-output-design-hand-built-in-brooklyn\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLow-Output Design, Hand-Built in Brooklyn\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Statement4 Mono is a low-output (1.0mV) design for use with high-gain phono stages. Each one is built to order and hand-assembled at the family-owned Grado factory that has built cartridges in Brooklyn since 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"building-your-system\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Statement4 Mono belongs on a reference-quality turntable and tonearm with a high-gain phono stage. Unlike low-output moving coils, it loads at standard 10k–47k ohms—no fussy impedance matching required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003ePlease note: mono versions are built to order by Grado—allow additional lead time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features-specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eTrue Mono Moving Iron Generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReads only the mono groove for quieter, more musical playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eBrazilian Ebony Body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExceptionally dense tonewood for outstanding resonance control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eNude Shibata Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExtended groove contact revives even well-played vintage mono pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eMachined Boron Cantilever\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExtreme stiffness and low mass for instant response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e7N OCC Copper Coils with Dual Cryogenic Treatment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFlagship-grade windings for transparency and silence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, USA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBuilt to order at Grado’s original family-owned factory, est. 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eType: Mono Low Output Moving Iron (MI)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eStylus: Nude Shibata Diamond\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCantilever: Machined Boron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBody: Brazilian Ebony\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutput: 1.0mV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eLoad Impedance: 10k–47k ohms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eTracking Force: 1.6–1.9 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eWeight: 10 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"frequently-asked-questions\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDo I need a moving coil phono preamp or mono switch?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou need added gain for the 1.0mV output, but it loads at standard 10k–47k ohms—any quality high-gain phono stage works. No mono switch is needed; both channels carry the identical signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eCan I play stereo records with it?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe mono version is purpose-built for mono pressings. 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The GT220 were years in the making, because Grado didn’t want to rush the process of creating a compact and versatile wireless headphone with such vocality and depth. Easy to take with you or enjoy at home, the superb sounding GT220 is ready whenever you are. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003eSignature Sound\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe sound quality of the GT220 is pure Grado all the way. The midrange response is neutral and musical without any coloration, while the bass is definitive with excellent extension. The high frequency response is natural without any stridency. Grado gave all the drivers an equal amount of love, spending as much time as it needed tuning and fitting its signature mini-drivers for these innovative headphones.  \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eHere's cool little feature, too. Give each headphone a twist to 'lock' it while you're wearing them. The GT220 can create a tight seal in your ear, which plays a major role in sound reproduction. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003eA Day (and a Half) in the Life\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBattery life is a major focus for Grado. With up to 36 hours of listening on tap, the GT220 are up for anything from a subway ride to work to your next coast-to-coast flight. The wireless headphones hold up to hours of playtime per charge, while their very clever carrying case can charge them up to five times before the case requires recharging. That's a great feature! \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003eWireless Charging\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eDon’t give up a precious USB cable connection when Grado puts a wireless charger on the table. The talented GT220 case has both USB-C and wireless charging options. Whether you’re throwing it on for a quick charge before you rush out your front door, or you're plugging it in overnight, the choice is yours for ultra-convenient, extremely versatile charging. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003eMusic, Voice, and More\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe GT220 has a bifurcated capacitive touch system. That's a fancy way of saying that both of the earphones have different control funcitons. The left side controls phone and voice. The right side controls music playback. Grado also included a full volume control for when you’re half-awake on a flight and don’t feel like taking out your phone to fiddle with the settings. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grado Labs","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981975675053,"sku":"NEW-GRGT220","price":259.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45981975707821,"sku":"DEMO-GRGT220","price":189.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Open Box","offer_id":45981975740589,"sku":"OPEN-GRGT220","price":219.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Cosmetically Blemished","offer_id":45981975773357,"sku":"BLEM-GRGT220","price":219.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Factory Refreshed","offer_id":45981975806125,"sku":"RFRB-GRGT220","price":219.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/GRGT220_01-Large__56073.1710381128.1280.1280_3dbb15fe-097e-4b70-98ee-3893ee61b701.jpg?v=1778113914"},{"product_id":"grado-classic-sr80-headphones","title":"Grado Classic SR80 Headphones","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe SR80 Classic — Grado’s Most Storied Headphone\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrado Labs has made headphones in Brooklyn, New York since 1953. The company is still family-owned, now in its third generation. Their headphones are known for open-back, wired designs with a vivid, immediate, and musical presentation — a character that has built a devoted following among listeners who want to feel genuinely close to the music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SR80 occupies a unique place in that history. \u003cstrong\u003eThe first SR80 was built in 1991\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it the longest-running Grado headphone. Generations of listeners have started their audiophile journey with the SR80 — and many have simply stayed there, finding it more than good enough to live with for years. The 2026 Classic version brings the updated \u003cstrong\u003e44mm X2 driver\u003c\/strong\u003e platform to the SR80 while preserving everything that made the original worth living with: an immediate, forward-sounding presentation with a world-renowned midrange, controlled bass, and a wiry, quick character that suits almost any genre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt sits just above the SR60 and well below the SR325. It is the model Grado itself describes as delivering “greater immediacy and presence with tighter bass response, more forward midrange energy, and extended high-frequency detail” compared to the SR60. If you want the full Grado character without spending more than you need to, the SR80 is where most people land.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOpen-Back Design — What That Means\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SR80 Classic is an \u003cstrong\u003eopen-back headphone\u003c\/strong\u003e. The rear of the driver housing vents freely to the outside air. This produces a wider, more natural-sounding presentation than most closed-back headphones at this price — the driver breathes in both directions rather than bouncing sound inside a sealed cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe practical trade-off is leakage: people nearby will hear your music, and ambient noise will come in. The SR80 is a home listening headphone. It is not suited to offices, public transit, or shared spaces. In a quiet room with a decent source, the open design is a genuine advantage that most comparably priced closed headphones simply cannot match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe 44mm X2 Driver — Tuned for Immediacy and Energy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SR80 Classic uses Grado’s \u003cstrong\u003e44mm X2 dynamic driver\u003c\/strong\u003e, built around a \u003cstrong\u003eMylar diaphragm, copper voice coil, and rare earth magnetic system\u003c\/strong\u003e. The X2 platform was developed across the entire Classic Series to deliver improved clarity, balance, and consistency over previous generations, while preserving the lively Grado character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the SR80, that tuning is specifically aimed at \u003cstrong\u003eimmediacy and presence\u003c\/strong\u003e. Where the SR60 is tuned for balance and long-session musicality, the SR80 is tuned to be \u003cstrong\u003emore direct, more energetic, and more forward\u003c\/strong\u003e — with tighter bass response, a more prominent midrange, and extended high-frequency detail. Grado describes this as the SR80’s “world renowned midrange.” It is the quality that has made the SR80 the go-to recommendation for genres that benefit from this character: rock, jazz, acoustic music, and vocals in particular.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDriver-to-driver matching is held to 0.1 dB, keeping the left and right channels well balanced across every pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDie-Injection Molded Housing — Lightweight and Consistent\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SR80 uses the same \u003cstrong\u003edie-injection molded plastic housing\u003c\/strong\u003e as the SR60. It is lightweight, durable, and precisely controlled for consistent acoustic performance. The housing does not have the tonal warmth of mahogany or the density of cocobolo — it keeps the headphone light and comfortable for extended wear and lets the X2 driver’s character come through clearly without adding coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe open-back architecture vents through the rear of the housing, producing the spacious, natural-sounding presentation that defines the Grado sound at every price level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStandard Headband with Padded Synthetic Strap\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SR80 uses Grado’s \u003cstrong\u003estandard headband assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e with a \u003cstrong\u003epadded synthetic headstrap\u003c\/strong\u003e — the same construction as the SR60. It is lighter and simpler than the Signature Silver or Gold assemblies found on the Hemp, RS1, and GS models. The strap is padded for comfort during extended sessions, and an internal steel spring band allows easy, tool-free clamping adjustment for a personalized fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eS Cushions — Close-Coupled On-Ear Fit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SR80 ships with Grado’s \u003cstrong\u003eS cushions\u003c\/strong\u003e — the smallest cushion in the Grado lineup. S cushions sit directly on the ear (supra-aural) rather than around it. This close, direct coupling between driver and ear reinforces the SR80’s immediate, forward character. Like all Grado cushions, S cushions are also a tuning element — experimenting with other cushion types will shift the sound signature meaningfully. Larger cushions push the driver farther from the ear, widening the soundstage and softening the directness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBronze Cable — Fixed, Lightweight, Dependable\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SR80 ships with Grado’s \u003cstrong\u003eBronze cable\u003c\/strong\u003e in a fixed, hard-wired configuration — the same cable as the SR60. It is engineered to be lighter, softer, and more flexible than previous Grado cables while maintaining signal integrity. The standard termination is a \u003cstrong\u003e3.5mm plug with a 1\/4” adapter\u003c\/strong\u003e included, making it compatible with both phones and dedicated headphone amplifiers straight out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Classic Series headphones use fixed, hard-wired cables. Detachable cables are reserved for Grado’s Signature Line. This is a deliberate design choice maintained throughout the Classic range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThirty-Five Years of the SR80\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SR80 debuted in 1991 — making it, by a significant margin, the longest-running Grado headphone in history. It has been reviewed, recommended, and lived with by more listeners than almost any other open-back headphone in its price class. The Classic version with the X2 driver is the most refined version of this headphone yet, but its character — vivid, immediate, musical — is the same one that has made it a recommendation for over three decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery SR80 Classic is hand-built at Grado’s facility in Brooklyn, New York. The same building, the same process, the same standard as every other Grado headphone from the SR60 to the GS3000.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat the Experts Say\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eecoustics.com — Classic Series Analysis, March 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eecoustics described the SR80 as delivering “tighter bass, more midrange presence, and more top-end detail” compared to the SR60 — characterizing it as “the livelier, more direct option.” They noted that Grado itself positions the SR80 as the heart-of-the-line model for many listeners, acknowledging it as the step-up that brings the full Grado character into focus. The X2 driver platform was praised for meaningful improvement across the entire Classic lineup without disrupting the fundamental character that made these headphones popular.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrado Labs — Official SR80 Classic Product Description, 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGrado describes the SR80 as delivering “greater immediacy and presence with tighter bass response, more forward midrange energy, and extended high-frequency detail” compared to the SR60. They note its “world renowned mid-range” and describe it as the longest-running Grado headphone, with the first pair built in 1991. The X2 driver’s tuning is described as “improving balance and clarity while preserving the lively character that has long defined the SR80.”\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrado Labs Reviews Archive — SR80 (earlier generations)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAcross multiple generations of the SR80, reviewers have consistently praised its “world-renowned midrange,” soundstage, and speed. One archived review noted: “The midrange opened up and the highs were so gentle and crisp” when comparing the SR80 to the SR60, while another highlighted “full-bodied vocals and excellent dynamics” as defining qualities. These characteristics are carried forward in the Classic version with the X2 driver refinement.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilding Your Listening Setup?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone Amplifier (Optional).\u003c\/strong\u003e The SR80 is very easy to drive at 38 ohms and 98 dB sensitivity — a phone, laptop, or portable DAC will produce plenty of volume. A dedicated headphone amplifier will improve clarity and dynamic control. Given the SR80’s forward, energetic character, transparent amplification that doesn’t add warmth pairs well. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/headphones\/headphone-amplifiers\/\"\u003eBrowse Headphone Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC.\u003c\/strong\u003e An outboard DAC improves signal quality from a computer or streamer. The SR80’s forward presentation will reveal differences in source quality clearly. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/digital-audio\/digital-to-analog-converters\/\"\u003eBrowse DACs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlternative Cushions.\u003c\/strong\u003e S cushions (included) give the SR80 its close, direct, immediate character. F cushions push the driver slightly farther away for a smoother, more relaxed presentation. G cushions create the widest, most spacious Grado sound. All are interchangeable — ask us which types are compatible with the SR80.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep Up: Classic SR325.\u003c\/strong\u003e The SR325 moves to a CNC-machined aluminum housing with the Signature Silver headband assembly, delivering a more refined, detailed, and resolved presentation. A meaningful step up in both materials and sonic character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e44mm X2 Dynamic Driver — Tuned for Immediacy and Presence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrado’s X2 platform uses a Mylar diaphragm, copper voice coil, and rare earth magnetic system. In the SR80, the 44mm X2 is specifically tuned for greater immediacy and presence compared to the SR60: tighter bass response, more forward midrange energy, and extended high-frequency detail. The SR80’s famous midrange is a defining characteristic of this tuning. Driver-to-driver matching: 0.1 dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOpen-Back Design — Spacious, Natural, Immediate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe open-back housing vents the driver freely, producing a wider and more natural-sounding presentation than most closed-back headphones at this price. The forward tuning of the SR80 means the open-back character comes through with particular directness and energy. Designed for home listening in a quiet space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDie-Injection Molded Housing — Lightweight and Consistent\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrecision injection-molded plastic construction keeps the SR80 light and durable while providing a consistent acoustic environment for the driver. Same fundamental housing as the SR60.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStandard Headband with Padded Synthetic Strap\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrado’s standard headband assembly with a padded synthetic strap and internal steel spring band for easy, tool-free clamping pressure adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eS Cushions — Direct, Immediate On-Ear Presentation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrado’s smallest cushion sits directly on the ear, creating close coupling between driver and ear that reinforces the SR80’s immediate, energetic character. Interchangeable with other Grado cushion types for tonal customization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBronze Cable — Lightweight and Flexible\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFixed hard-wired Bronze cable. Lighter, softer, and more flexible than previous Grado cables. 3.5mm plug with 1\/4” adapter included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriver: 44mm X2 dynamic (Mylar diaphragm, copper voice coil, rare earth magnetic system)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Open-back, on-ear (supra-aural)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 20 Hz–20 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensitivity: 98 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpedance: 38 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriver matching: 0.1 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCushions: S cushions (included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHousing: Die-injection molded plastic, open-back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadband: Standard assembly with padded synthetic strap and steel spring band\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCable: Bronze, fixed hard-wired\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTermination: 3.5mm plug (1\/4” adapter included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeries: Classic Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in USA (Brooklyn, NY)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-faq gsbp-ab3b28d\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s the difference between the SR80 and the SR60?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth use the same 44mm X2 driver in the same injection-molded housing with the same Bronze cable and S cushions. The difference is tuning. Grado specifically positions the SR80 as delivering tighter bass, more forward midrange energy, and more top-end detail than the SR60. The SR60 is tuned for balance and long-session musicality; the SR80 is tuned for immediacy and energy. If you like the Grado character and want the full expression of it, the SR80 is the right choice. If you want something more relaxed and balanced for long sessions, the SR60 is worth considering. If you’re not sure, call us and we can help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the SR80 good for rock music?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — its forward, energetic tuning with tight bass and prominent midrange suits rock particularly well. Grado headphones have a long reputation in the rock and jazz communities specifically because of the speed, directness, and midrange presence this type of tuning produces. Electric guitars, drums, and vocals all benefit from the SR80’s character. That said, it is equally capable across genres — jazz, acoustic music, and vocal recordings also sound excellent through the SR80.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need an amplifier for the SR80?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo — at 38 ohms and 98 dB sensitivity, the SR80 will play from a phone, laptop, tablet, or portable DAC. The 3.5mm plug and included 1\/4” adapter cover both. A dedicated headphone amplifier will improve dynamics and control, but it is not a requirement at this level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use these at the office or while commuting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The SR80 is open-back — it leaks sound significantly in both directions. People near you will hear your music, and ambient noise will come through to you. These are home listening headphones. In a quiet room they work beautifully; in shared or mobile environments they are not practical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the SR80 compare to the SR325?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SR325 moves to a CNC-machined aluminum housing and uses the Signature Silver headband assembly — a more refined mechanical platform than the standard headband on the SR80. The aluminum housing gives the SR325 a different acoustic character: more resolved, more detailed, more refined at the top end. The SR80’s energy and directness are its strengths; the SR325 adds refinement and control on top of that foundation. If you want the most for the money without climbing further, the SR80 is hard to beat. If you want to hear what those extra refinements do, the SR325 is worth auditing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I swap the cushions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Grado cushions are interchangeable across the lineup. S cushions (included) create the closest, most direct on-ear presentation that the SR80’s tuning is built around. F cushions push the driver slightly away from the ear for a smoother, less immediate character. G cushions create the widest, most spacious presentation. Swapping cushion types is one of the easiest ways to adjust the SR80’s character to your preference. Ask us which types are compatible and available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the cable detachable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The Classic Series uses fixed, hard-wired cables by design. The SR80 ships with the Bronze cable in 3.5mm with a 1\/4” adapter. Detachable cables are reserved for Grado’s Signature Line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy has the SR80 been made for 35 years?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it works. The first SR80 was built in 1991 and the fundamental character — open, immediate, vivid, musical — has been the right answer for enough listeners that Grado has never needed to replace it. The X2 driver in the Classic version is the most refined version of that character yet. If a headphone survives this long, it means real people keep choosing it and living with it. That is more meaningful than any marketing claim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere is the SR80 made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy hand, in Brooklyn, New York. Every SR80 Classic passes through multiple workbenches at Grado’s facility before it ships — the same building and process used for every Grado headphone since 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrado SR80 Classic open-back headphones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eS cushions (installed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFixed Bronze cable (hard-wired)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/4” (6.35mm) adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-titlebox-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f3b5.svg\" alt=\"music note emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003e40+ Years of Expertise\u003c\/strong\u003e — Since 1981, we’ve helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f504.svg\" alt=\"repeat emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it’s right for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f4de.svg\" alt=\"phone emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003eReal Experts, Real Help\u003c\/strong\u003e — Our team is here to answer your questions at \u003ca href=\"tel:8009420220\"\u003e800-942-0220\u003c\/a\u003e, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f69a.svg\" alt=\"truck emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f4b3.svg\" alt=\"credit card emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Payment Options\u003c\/strong\u003e — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew to open-back headphones, or trying to decide where in the Classic Series to start? 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Hand-built in Brooklyn with a hand-carved Mediterranean olive wood body, the Sonata4 mounts a nude elliptical diamond on a specially designed cantilever for audibly faster, cleaner, more detailed sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eFor serious listeners climbing the Timbre range, this is the step worth stretching for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"Xa5f41b41ea1003252e242307752515ff84cc129\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNude Elliptical Diamond on an Upgraded Cantilever\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eUnlike the bonded styli on the Opus4 and Platinum4, the Sonata4’s nude elliptical is cut from a single piece of diamond—no metal shank, no glue joint, far less tip mass. Mounted to a specially designed aluminum cantilever, it responds to the groove faster and more faithfully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eYou’ll hear crisper transients, sweeter highs, lower surface noise, and finer low-level detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X1c1477d9800d2ec8f691143cfff12e737754378\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHand-Carved Mediterranean Olive Wood Body\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eDense, fine-grained olive wood damps and tunes vibrational energy naturally, giving the Sonata4 the warm, organic, dimensional character that has made Grado’s wood cartridges famous. The 4 Series body is reshaped for better cantilever visibility and easier alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"Xab22bd0faad305ed4beea78c832ade89464c106\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFlux-Bridger Moving Iron Generator with 6N Copper\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eJoseph Grado’s patented flux-bridger design pairs fixed coils—wound with ultra-high-purity 6N OCC copper—with an ultra-low-mass moving iron element. Add cryogenic component treatment and internal damping, and the result is remarkable transparency and speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X1d391cda695c68be8379dd6aa20a3af0edc51df\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eThree Versions: High Output, Low Output, and Mono\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Sonata4 comes in three versions: High Output (4.0mV), Low Output (1.0mV), and Mono. High Output works with any standard MM phono input; Low Output rewards higher-gain phono stages with even lower moving mass and finer detail; and the Mono version is purpose-built for dedicated mono record collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"hand-built-in-brooklyn-new-york\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, New York\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eEvery Timbre Series cartridge is assembled and tested by hand at Grado Labs in Brooklyn, where the Grado family has been building cartridges since 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"building-your-system\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Sonata4 rewards quality turntables with medium-mass tonearms and a good phono stage. Choose high output for any MM phono input, or low output if your phono stage offers extra gain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eWhen the stylus eventually wears, Grado’s Wood Cartridge Upgrade Program lets you trade in any Grado wood cartridge toward a new one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features-specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eNude Elliptical Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSingle-piece diamond with far less tip mass for faster, cleaner sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eSpecially Designed Cantilever\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUpgraded assembly transfers groove detail with minimal loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Carved Mediterranean Olive Wood Body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNatural tonewood damping for warm, dimensional, organic sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eFlux-Bridger Generator with 6N OCC Copper Coils\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMoving coil speed and transparency without the fragility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eThree Available Versions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHigh Output (4.0mV), Low Output (1.0mV), or Mono for mono record collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, USA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAssembled and tested at Grado’s family-owned factory, est. 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eType: Moving Iron (MI)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; 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text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBody: Hand-Carved Mediterranean Olive Wood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutput: 4.0mV (High Output) or 1.0mV (Low Output)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eVersions: High Output, Low Output, Mono\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eLoad Impedance: 10k–47k ohms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eTracking Force: 1.6–1.9 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; 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The low-output version (1.0mV) needs a phono stage with added gain—but unlike moving coils, it still loads at standard 10k–47k ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does the Sonata4 compare to the Platinum4?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Sonata4 upgrades to a nude elliptical stylus on a specially designed cantilever—the single biggest sonic step in the lower Timbre range, with faster transients and cleaner detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does it compare to the Master4?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Master4 steps up to a machined boron cantilever and a hand-carved American osage body for even greater speed, resolution, and dynamic authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWho is the Sonata4 designed for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s ideal for dedicated vinyl listeners who want true audiophile-grade wood-body performance at a mid-tier price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; 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line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"what-you-need-to-know\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X7f844db7959e5becbd02b493e5e7985e7184cc6\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eThe Best of Grado’s Legendary Prestige Series\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Grado Prestige Gold4 Moving Iron Phono Cartridge is the flagship of Grado’s hand-built Prestige line, and the best-sounding cartridge Grado makes with a user-replaceable stylus. Assembled at Grado’s family-owned Brooklyn factory, the Gold4 borrows build techniques from Grado’s cost-no-object Lineage Series to deliver remarkable warmth, detail, and musicality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eFor decades the Prestige Gold has been one of the most recommended cartridges in hi-fi—the Gold4 is the finest version yet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"otl-cantilever-technology\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eOTL Cantilever Technology\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Gold4 features a four-piece OTL (Optimized Transmission Line) cantilever assembly, with a Grado-specific elliptical diamond mounted on a brass bushing. This design transfers groove information to the generator with less loss and smearing than conventional one-piece cantilevers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eYou’ll hear crisper transients, cleaner detail, and a more focused, dimensional soundstage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X07349f97e6d2270b8d6ebdf6de6bc287f9dba88\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003ePrecision-Machined Generator with Lineage-Series Coils\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eUnlike the standard Prestige models, the Gold4’s generator is precision-machined to tighter tolerances, and its coils are wound with ultra-high-purity copper using techniques developed for Grado’s flagship Lineage Series—for lower distortion, better channel matching, and greater transparency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"Xc681f16aac2544d5594e6a79fe57da9fbac4361\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eMoving Iron Design: The Best of Both Worlds\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eJoseph Grado’s patented flux-bridger moving iron generator keeps the coils fixed while an ultra-low-mass iron element moves in the magnetic field—moving coil speed and detail with the easy compatibility and 4.0mV output of a moving magnet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"user-replaceable-upgradeable-stylus\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eUser-Replaceable, Upgradeable Stylus\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Gold4’s stylus replaces in seconds with no tools—no re-tipping service or downtime. It also fits every other Prestige Series cartridge, making it the ultimate upgrade for Green4 and Red4 owners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"hand-built-in-brooklyn-new-york\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, New York\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eEvery Prestige Gold4 is assembled and tested by hand at Grado Labs in Brooklyn—some of Grado’s craftspeople have been building cartridges for over 25 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"building-your-system\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Gold4 works with any turntable with a standard MM phono input, and its light tracking force is gentle on records. It’s also available in a P-mount version for compatible tonearms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eIt’s the natural choice for quality turntables that deserve better than a stock cartridge—and a proven crowd-pleaser across every musical genre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features-specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eFour-Piece OTL Cantilever with Brass Bushing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGrado-specific elliptical diamond for crisper transients and cleaner detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003ePrecision-Machined Generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTighter tolerances than standard Prestige models for lower distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eLineage-Series Coil Winding\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUltra-high-purity copper coils for superior channel matching and transparency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eFlux-Bridger Moving Iron Design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMoving coil speed and detail with moving magnet convenience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eUser-Replaceable, Interchangeable Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSwap in seconds—also the top upgrade stylus for Green4 and Red4.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, USA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAssembled and tested at Grado’s family-owned factory, est. 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eType: High Output Moving Iron (MI)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eStylus: Grado-Specific Elliptical Diamond (user-replaceable)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCantilever: Four-Piece OTL with Brass Bushing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutput: 4.0mV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eLoad Impedance: 10k–47k ohms (standard MM input)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch (P-mount version available)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eTracking Force: 1.6–1.9 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eWeight: 6 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"frequently-asked-questions\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDo I need a special phono preamp?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The Gold4’s 4.0mV high output works with any standard moving magnet (MM) phono input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does the Gold4 compare to the Red4?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Gold4 adds the OTL cantilever assembly, a precision-machined generator, and Lineage-style coil winding—clearly more detail, refinement, and dimensionality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does it compare to the Timbre Series Opus4?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Opus4 steps up to a hand-carved maple wood body for even richer tone. The Gold4 counters with a user-replaceable stylus and outstanding value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWho is the Gold4 designed for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s ideal for vinyl enthusiasts who want maximum musicality with the convenience of a stylus they can replace themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-audio-advisor\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e40+ Years of Expertise – Helping music lovers build better systems since 1981.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee – Hear it in your own system with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eReal Product Experts – Friendly advice before and after your purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eFree Shipping – On qualifying orders over $49.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eFlexible Financing – Convenient payment options available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grado Labs","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45982063788205,"sku":"NEW-GRGOLD4","price":260.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45982063820973,"sku":"DEMO-GRGOLD4","price":260.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/GRGOLD4_01_angle_2026__50054.1777044716.1280.1280_6d2ee2f1-356b-4c32-b83c-48a225716cd5.jpg?v=1778167610"},{"product_id":"grado-timbre-reference4-phono-cartridge-mono","title":"Grado Timbre Reference4 Phono Cartridge - Mono","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is a Phono Cartridge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA phono cartridge is the component at the end of your tonearm that reads the groove in your vinyl record. A tiny diamond tip — the stylus — traces the groove walls as the record spins, and the cartridge converts that physical movement into an electrical signal that your phono stage amplifies into music. For mono records, the type of cartridge you use matters in a way that goes beyond ordinary performance — a true mono cartridge fundamentally changes what the generator reads, not just how well it reads it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Reference4 Mono — Why a True Mono Cartridge Exists\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA stereo phono cartridge is designed to read both horizontal and vertical groove modulations. Stereo records encode two channels of audio by combining horizontal modulation (L+R sum) with vertical modulation (L−R difference). This is why a stereo cartridge can reproduce two separate channels from a single groove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMono records are different. Pre-stereo records from the 1950s and 1960s, and modern audiophile mono pressings, are cut with \u003cstrong\u003ehorizontal modulation only\u003c\/strong\u003e. There is no vertical signal component carrying music. However, the groove walls of a mono record do carry vertical noise — pressing imperfections, groove debris, and surface artifacts that manifest as vertical movement. A stereo cartridge playing a mono record picks up all of this vertical noise as part of its output, because it is designed to read both planes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003etrue mono cartridge\u003c\/strong\u003e solves this at the source. Its generator is built to respond only to \u003cstrong\u003ehorizontal groove movement\u003c\/strong\u003eand produce a single combined channel output. Vertical movement — and all the noise it carries on a mono record — is mechanically ignored by the generator, rather than being summed electronically afterward. The result: quieter backgrounds, greater solidity in the mono image, and a more coherent, focused presentation on mono records than any stereo cartridge in mono mode can achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reference4 Mono is Grado’s highest Timbre Series expression of this principle — a true mono generator in the same American Osage wood body, machined boron cantilever, and nude Shibata diamond configuration as the stereo Reference4 variants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Nude Shibata Diamond — On a Mono Cartridge\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Shibata stylus profile is conventionally associated with stereo playback of high-frequency encoded content. On a mono cartridge, it still offers meaningful advantages. The Shibata’s finer, more precise groove wall contact means it can trace the horizontal modulations of a mono groove with exceptional accuracy — retrieving more musical information from the walls while reducing distortion from groove profile mismatch. For serious mono record collectors, the Reference4 Mono’s nude Shibata diamond is a level of stylus precision rarely available in dedicated mono cartridges at this price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe “nude” construction — diamond mounted directly to the boron cantilever without an intermediate shank — eliminates tip mass for faster, more accurate stylus response. Combined with the stiffness of the boron cantilever, this gives the Reference4 Mono an unusually precise and low-distortion mechanical signal path for a dedicated mono cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAmerican Osage Wood Body\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe body is machined from \u003cstrong\u003eAmerican Osage wood\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of the densest native North American hardwoods, shared with the Master4 and the stereo Reference4 variants. Osage’s density provides natural acoustic damping for the generator assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e6N OCC Copper with Cryogenic Treatment and Internal Damping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reference4 Mono’s internal signal path uses \u003cstrong\u003e6N OCC copper\u003c\/strong\u003e — 99.9999% purity. Cryogenic treatment of the stylus assembly and signal path improves conductivity and mechanical stability. Internal damping within the cartridge body reduces residual resonance. The same trio of refinements that distinguish the Reference4 from the Master4 in the stereo versions applies to the Mono as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho the Mono Version Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reference4 Mono is designed for listeners with a \u003cstrong\u003esubstantial mono record collection\u003c\/strong\u003e — whether vintage pre-stereo originals (1950s and early 1960s), 78 rpm shellac with appropriate stylus, or modern audiophile mono vinyl reissues. If mono records are a regular part of your listening, a dedicated mono cartridge produces results that a stereo cartridge in mono mode fundamentally cannot replicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reference4 Mono should be used exclusively on mono records. It will not correctly reproduce stereo records, as it reads only horizontal groove movement and outputs a single combined signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePhono Stage and Setup Notes for Mono\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reference4 Mono produces a single-channel output that will appear on both channels of your phono stage, or can be summed to mono. Most modern phono stages output both channels and can be summed to mono in the preamplifier or integrated amplifier. Verify your system’s mono capability before purchasing. The electrical loading recommendation is 10k–47kΩ — standard MM loading. Specific output voltage, inductance, and DC resistance for the Mono version should be confirmed with Grado before publishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat the Experts Say\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eecoustics.com — 2026 Grado Cartridge Lineup Coverage, April 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eecoustics confirmed the Reference4 as the top of the Timbre Series and noted it is offered in high output, low output, and mono configurations, all sharing the same American Osage wood body, machined boron cantilever, nude Shibata diamond, and 6N OCC copper with cryogenic treatment and internal damping. They described the mono offering as part of Grado’s commitment to serious mono playback across the Timbre lineup.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrado Labs — Timbre Series Philosophy, 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGrado describes their mono cartridge approach as a “true mono generator” that “reads horizontal groove movement only,” eliminating vertical groove noise at the generator level rather than through electronic summing. The Reference4 Mono applies this philosophy at the top of the Timbre Series, where the nude Shibata diamond and 6N OCC copper give mono record collectors the most resolved playback available within the Timbre range.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePairing the Reference4 Mono\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhono Preamplifier with Mono Capability.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Reference4 Mono produces a single-channel signal. Confirm your phono stage can accept and output a mono signal, or that your preamplifier can sum to mono. Most modern systems handle this straightforwardly. Call us if you want help confirming compatibility. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/turntables\/phono-preamplifiers\/\"\u003eBrowse our Phono Preamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDedicated Mono Turntable or Tonearm.\u003c\/strong\u003e Serious mono collectors often maintain a dedicated turntable or second tonearm for mono playback, avoiding the need to swap cartridges. The Reference4 Mono is the right cartridge for such a setup at the top of the Timbre range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecord Cleaning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage mono records benefit greatly from thorough cleaning before playback with a precision stylus. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/turntables\/record-cleaning-machines\/\"\u003eBrowse Record Cleaning Machines\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurntable.\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.6g cartridge weight (assumed — verify), 20 μm\/mN compliance (assumed — verify for mono version). Medium-mass tonearms are a good match. Confirm with Grado.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTrue Mono Generator — Horizontal Groove Movement Only\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reference4 Mono reads only the horizontal groove modulations of a mono record. Vertical movement — and the groove noise associated with it on mono pressings — is mechanically ignored at the generator level, not summed or filtered electronically. The result is quieter backgrounds and a more coherent mono image than any stereo cartridge in mono mode can achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNude Shibata Diamond\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFiner, more precise horizontal groove tracing than an elliptical stylus. Nude construction minimizes tip mass. Extended frequency response specification. The most advanced stylus profile available in a dedicated Grado mono cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMachined Boron Cantilever\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighest stiffness-to-mass ratio in the Timbre Series. Precision-machined for consistent geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAmerican Osage Wood Body\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDense North American hardwood. Natural acoustic damping for the generator assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e6N OCC Copper, Cryogenic Treatment, Internal Damping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6N (99.9999%) OCC copper. Cryogenic treatment for improved conductivity and stability. Internal body damping for lower noise floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications — Mono\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenerator type: True mono — horizontal groove movement only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus: Nude Shibata diamond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCantilever: Machined boron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody: American Osage wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal signal path: 6N OCC copper, cryogenic treatment, internal damping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput load: 10k–47kΩ (verify for mono version)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended tracking force: 1.6–1.9g (verify for mono version)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompliance: 20 μm\/mN (assumed — verify for mono version)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCartridge weight: 9.6g (assumed — verify for mono version)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput voltage, inductance, DC resistance: Verify with Grado before publishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in USA (Brooklyn, NY)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMSRP: $1,500 (verify — mono pricing may differ)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-faq gsbp-ab3b28d\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy use a true mono cartridge instead of a stereo cartridge in mono mode?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA stereo cartridge in mono mode sums the two channel outputs electronically — but it still reads both horizontal and vertical groove modulations before doing so. The vertical component on a mono record carries noise, not music: pressing imperfections, surface debris, and groove damage manifest as vertical movement. A true mono cartridge ignores vertical movement at the generator level, so that noise never enters the signal. The result is quieter backgrounds, greater image solidity, and a more coherent mono presentation than electronic summing can achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I play stereo records with the Reference4 Mono?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The Reference4 Mono reads only horizontal groove movement. A stereo record encodes the difference between the two channels in vertical groove modulation. A mono cartridge will not reproduce that vertical information, so stereo content will be missing the L−R component. The Reference4 Mono should only be used on mono records.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat records is this designed for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePre-stereo mono records (typically pressed before 1958–1960), 78 rpm shellac with an appropriate stylus, and modern audiophile mono vinyl reissues. If you have a meaningful collection of any of these, a dedicated mono cartridge like the Reference4 Mono will produce substantially better results than a stereo cartridge in mono mode.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat phono stage do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny phono stage with an MM-compatible input at 47kΩ should work (verify mono-specific electrical specs with Grado before confirming). You will also need a way to output or sum to mono — either a mono switch in your preamplifier, a phono stage with mono output capability, or a separate mono switch box. Call us if you want help planning your mono playback chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere is it made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy hand, in Brooklyn, New York. 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Hand-built in Brooklyn, the Platinum4 pairs a hand-carved Mediterranean olive wood body with higher-purity 6N OCC copper coils, delivering a smoother, more resolved presentation than the entry Opus4.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eIt’s the point in the Timbre line where refinement starts to rival cartridges costing much more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X1c1477d9800d2ec8f691143cfff12e737754378\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHand-Carved Mediterranean Olive Wood Body\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eOlive wood is denser and finer-grained than maple, and Grado selects it for the Platinum4’s naturally warm yet more controlled resonance character. Like a fine instrument, the body damps and tunes vibrational energy for a rich, spacious, wonderfully organic sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eThe 4 Series body is reshaped for better cantilever visibility, making precise alignment easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"higher-purity-6n-copper-coils\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHigher-Purity 6N Copper Coils\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Platinum4’s generator is wound with ultra-high-purity 6N OCC copper—a step above the Opus4—paired with a cryogenically treated, internally damped signal path. The result is lower noise, finer low-level detail, and cleaner separation between instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"flux-bridger-moving-iron-generator\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFlux-Bridger Moving Iron Generator\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eJoseph Grado’s patented flux-bridger design keeps the coils fixed while an ultra-low-mass iron element moves in the magnetic field—delivering moving coil speed and detail with none of the fragility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X1d391cda695c68be8379dd6aa20a3af0edc51df\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eThree Versions: High Output, Low Output, and Mono\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Platinum4 comes in three versions: High Output (4.0mV), Low Output (1.0mV), and Mono. High Output works with any standard MM phono input; Low Output rewards higher-gain phono stages with even lower moving mass and finer detail; and the Mono version is purpose-built for dedicated mono record collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"hand-built-in-brooklyn-new-york\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, New York\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eEvery Timbre Series cartridge is assembled and tested by hand at Grado Labs in Brooklyn, where the Grado family has been building cartridges since 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"building-your-system\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Platinum4 suits quality turntables with medium-mass tonearms. Choose high output for any MM phono input, or low output if your phono stage offers extra gain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eWhen the stylus eventually wears, Grado’s Wood Cartridge Upgrade Program lets you trade in any Grado wood cartridge toward a new one—protecting your investment for the long run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features-specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Carved Mediterranean Olive Wood Body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDense, fine-grained tonewood for warm, controlled, spacious sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e6N OCC Copper Coils\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHigher-purity windings for lower noise and finer detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eFlux-Bridger Moving Iron Generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMoving coil speed and detail without the fragility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eThree Available Versions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHigh Output (4.0mV), Low Output (1.0mV), or Mono for mono record collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWood Cartridge Upgrade Program\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTrade in any Grado wood cartridge toward a new one—regardless of condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, USA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAssembled and tested at Grado’s family-owned factory, est. 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eType: Moving Iron (MI)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eStylus: Elliptical Diamond\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCantilever: Aluminum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBody: Hand-Carved Mediterranean Olive Wood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutput: 4.0mV (High Output) or 1.0mV (Low Output)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eVersions: High Output, Low Output, Mono\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eLoad Impedance: 10k–47k ohms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eTracking Force: 1.6–1.9 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eWeight: 9.4 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"frequently-asked-questions\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDo I need a special phono preamp?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe high-output version (4.0mV) works with any standard MM phono input. The low-output version (1.0mV) needs a phono stage with added gain—but unlike moving coils, it still loads at standard 10k–47k ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does the Platinum4 compare to the Opus4?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Platinum4 upgrades to a Mediterranean olive wood body and higher-purity 6N copper coils, delivering greater refinement, lower noise, and finer detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does it compare to the Sonata4?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Sonata4 steps up to a nude elliptical stylus on an upgraded cantilever, eliminating the bonded joint for faster transients and cleaner high frequencies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWho is the Platinum4 designed for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s ideal for listeners who love the wood-body Grado sound and want a clear step up in refinement without a big jump in price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; 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The company is still family-owned, now in its third generation. Their headphones are known for one thing above all else: a vivid, immediate, open presentation that puts you close to the music rather than at a clinical distance from it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GS1000 Classic is the second-highest model in the new \u003cstrong\u003eClassic Series\u003c\/strong\u003e, announced in March 2026. It sits just below the GS3000 and brings together Grado’s 50mm X2 driver, a full mahogany housing, oversized G cushions, the Signature Gold headband assembly, and the Signature Silver cable in a package designed for long sessions of serious listening at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrado describes the GS1000 as “open and effortless” rather than aggressive — a headphone that prioritizes scale, air, and spaciousness over forward-thrust immediacy. It is one of the few headphones at any price that consistently earns praise for its soundstage — the sense that the music exists around you rather than simply inside your head.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOpen-Back Design — What That Means for You\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GS1000 Classic is an \u003cstrong\u003eopen-back headphone\u003c\/strong\u003e. This means the rear of the driver housing is not sealed — it is vented to the outside air. Open-back headphones generally produce a wider, more natural-sounding soundstage than closed-back designs because sound can breathe freely in both directions rather than bouncing inside a sealed cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe trade-off is leakage: people nearby will hear what you’re listening to, and external noise will come in. These are home headphones, meant for focused listening in a quiet room. They are not for commuting, offices, or shared spaces. If you want that open, natural presentation, those are the conditions that make it possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe 50mm X2 Driver — Grado’s Latest Platform\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the center of the GS1000 is Grado’s \u003cstrong\u003e50mm X2 dynamic driver\u003c\/strong\u003e — the new driver platform introduced across the entire Classic Series in 2026. It is built around a \u003cstrong\u003eMylar diaphragm, copper voice coil, and rare earth magnetic system\u003c\/strong\u003e. The X2 represents a further evolution of Grado’s driver architecture, refined through years of listening and development, with the goal of improving balance and clarity while preserving the lively, immediate character that defines the Grado sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 50mm, the GS1000’s driver is large by headphone standards. A larger diaphragm moves more air per cycle, which contributes to deeper bass extension, greater dynamic headroom, and a presentation that feels effortless rather than strained. Driver-to-driver matching is held to a 0.05 dB tolerance — the tightest matching in the Classic Series — ensuring the left and right channels are precisely balanced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFull Mahogany Housing — The GS1000 Signature Material\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrado has worked with mahogany longer than any other wood. The GS1000’s housing is machined from \u003cstrong\u003esolid mahogany\u003c\/strong\u003e — a material that has become synonymous with this headphone across multiple generations. Mahogany brings warmth, tonal richness, and a natural resonance character that complements the GS1000’s large-format driver. The housing is not decorative — the choice of wood is part of how the headphone is tuned. Different woods produce different acoustic properties, and mahogany specifically contributes a quality that Grado describes as “organic and cohesive.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eG Cushions — The Key to the GS1000’s Soundstage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GS1000 ships with Grado’s \u003cstrong\u003eG cushions\u003c\/strong\u003e — the largest cushion in the Grado lineup. The G cushion is a large foam pad that positions the driver farther from the ear than a standard on-ear cushion. This extended distance between driver and ear is one of the primary reasons the GS1000 sounds so spacious. The driver projects sound into a small air gap around the ear rather than directly onto it, which expands the perceived width and depth of the soundstage significantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all Grado cushions, the G cushion is also a tuning element. Grado encourages listeners to experiment with other cushion types — L cushions create a more intimate, forward presentation, while G cushions give you the expansive character the GS1000 is known for. The choice is yours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSignature Gold Headband Assembly — Premium Build at the Top of the Classic Range\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GS1000 uses the \u003cstrong\u003eSignature Gold headband assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e — the most refined mechanical platform in the Classic Series, shared with the flagship GS3000. The system includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngraved aluminum alloy gimbals\u003c\/strong\u003e for controlled rotation and precise driver alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStainless steel height rods\u003c\/strong\u003e for structural rigidity and long-term durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReinforced aluminum junction blocks\u003c\/strong\u003e for improved mechanical stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine leather headstrap with contrasting white stitching\u003c\/strong\u003e for comfort during extended sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInternal steel spring band\u003c\/strong\u003e for easy, tool-free clamping force adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis headband hardware was first introduced on Grado’s Signature HP100 and represents a meaningful upgrade in build quality over previous GS1000 generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSignature Silver Cable — Fixed, Flexible, High-Quality\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GS1000 ships with Grado’s \u003cstrong\u003eSignature Silver cable\u003c\/strong\u003e — engineered to be lighter, softer, and more flexible than previous Grado cables while maintaining signal integrity. All Classic Series headphones use fixed, hard-wired cables — a deliberate design choice that Grado has maintained throughout the brand’s history. If you want a detachable cable, Grado’s Signature Line is where that feature lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptional XLR termination is available for listeners with balanced headphone amplifiers or DACs. The standard termination is a 6.35mm (1\/4”) single-ended jack. Verify current termination options with Audio Advisor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, New York\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery GS1000 Classic is assembled by hand at Grado’s facility in Brooklyn, New York. The company has built headphones at this location since 1953. Each pair passes through multiple workbenches before it ships — individual assembly and inspection are a core part of how Grado maintains quality. This is not mass-production audio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat the Experts Say\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Hi-Fi? — Classic Series Coverage, March 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat Hi-Fi? noted that the GS1000 Classic sits among models they described as “some of our favourite wired headphones,” citing the GS3000x predecessor as a five-star award winner. They praised the X2 driver platform across the Classic Series for improved clarity and balance, and expressed curiosity about whether the 2026 updates would take these already-celebrated models to greater heights. The GS1000 retains the G-cushion geometry and mahogany housing that defined its previous generations.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eecoustics.com — Classic Series Analysis, March 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eecoustics positioned the GS1000 as a headphone Grado describes as “open and effortless rather than aggressive,” suited to listeners who want a more spacious presentation than the smaller-bodied RS1 or SR325 models. They noted that the GS1000 receives the same Signature Gold headband as the flagship GS3000, signaling it is not being treated as a cut-rate option. The X2 driver platform was praised for improving consistency and refinement across the lineup while preserving what makes Grado headphones recognizable.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWall of Sound (Canada) — GS1000i Review (earlier generation)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReviewing a previous GS1000 generation, Wall of Sound called it “a smooth, comfortable, and eminently listenable” headphone that offers “a massive soundstage” and makes you “forget you are wearing headphones.” The reviewer praised its sense of air and ambience, noting it was light and comfortable relative to competing headphones at the price. The GS1000 Classic continues with the same mahogany housing, G-cushion geometry, and 50mm driver platform that defined those qualities.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilding Your Listening Setup? Here Are Some Great Companions.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone Amplifier.\u003c\/strong\u003e The GS1000 is easy to drive at 38 ohms and 99.8 dB sensitivity, but it scales well with quality amplification. A dedicated headphone amplifier will get more from these headphones than a laptop or phone headphone output. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/headphones\/headphone-amplifiers\/\"\u003eBrowse Headphone Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC.\u003c\/strong\u003e If you’re streaming from a computer or phone, an outboard DAC (Digital-to-Analog Converter) can meaningfully improve the signal quality going into your amp and headphones. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/digital-audio\/digital-to-analog-converters\/\"\u003eBrowse DACs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlternative Grado Cushions.\u003c\/strong\u003e Swapping cushion types changes the GS1000’s presentation. L cushions make the sound more intimate and forward; G cushions (included) give you the wide, spacious character the GS1000 is known for. Experimenting is encouraged — ask us which cushions are compatible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep Up to the GS3000.\u003c\/strong\u003e If you want to go further in the Classic Series, the GS3000 adds a cocobolo and aluminum housing and the 52mm X2 driver for even greater scale and bass extension. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/search-results\/?lp=brand-grado\u0026amp;filters=Product+Category,Headphones\"\u003eBrowse Grado headphones\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsider the Grado Signature Line.\u003c\/strong\u003e If you want detachable cables and further refinement in materials, Grado’s Signature Line sits above the Classic Series. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/headphones\/headphones\/\"\u003eBrowse headphones at Audio Advisor\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e50mm X2 Dynamic Driver — Large Format, High Resolution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrado’s new X2 platform uses a Mylar diaphragm, copper voice coil, and rare earth magnetic system. The 50mm diameter moves more air than smaller drivers, contributing to deeper bass extension and a greater sense of effortless scale. Driver matching is held to 0.05 dB for precise stereo balance. The X2 incorporates refined tuning developed through years of listening and feedback across Grado’s driver development program.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOpen-Back Design — Maximum Soundstage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe open-back architecture allows the driver to breathe freely in both directions, creating a wider, more natural-sounding presentation than closed-back designs. The GS1000 is designed for home listening in a quiet room — not for portable or shared environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFull Mahogany Housing — Warmth and Tonal Richness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMachined from solid mahogany, the housing contributes warmth, tonal richness, and natural resonance to the GS1000’s character. Grado has worked with mahogany longer than any other wood and has refined its understanding of how this material interacts with the driver and cushion system over multiple generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eG Cushions — Maximum Soundstage Geometry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe largest cushions in the Grado lineup. G cushions position the driver farther from the ear than standard cushions, expanding the perceived width and depth of the soundstage. They are both a comfort feature and a tuning element. Alternative cushion styles are available separately for listeners who want a different tonal character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSignature Gold Headband Assembly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most refined headband platform in the Classic Series. Engraved aluminum alloy gimbals, stainless steel height rods, reinforced aluminum junction blocks, genuine leather headstrap with white stitching, and an internal steel spring band for tool-free clamping adjustment. Built to last and designed for extended-wear comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSignature Silver Cable — Lighter and More Flexible\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrado’s Signature Silver cable is lighter, softer, and more flexible than previous Grado cables, engineered to reduce listener fatigue during long sessions. Fixed hard-wired construction. Optional XLR termination available for balanced systems. Standard termination: 6.35mm (1\/4”) single-ended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriver: 50mm X2 dynamic (Mylar diaphragm, copper voice coil, rare earth magnetic system)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Open-back, over-ear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 8 Hz–35 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensitivity: 99.8 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpedance: 38 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriver matching: 0.05 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCushions: G cushions (included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHousing: Full mahogany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadband: Signature Gold assembly (aluminum gimbals, stainless steel rods, leather strap)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCable: Signature Silver (fixed, hard-wired)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTermination: 6.35mm (1\/4”) standard; optional XLR available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeries: Classic Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in USA (Brooklyn, NY)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-faq gsbp-ab3b28d\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre these on-ear or over-ear headphones?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GS1000 Classic uses G cushions — Grado’s largest cushion — which sit around the ear rather than directly on it. This makes them effectively circumaural (around-ear) in their geometry, positioning the driver away from the ear to create the wide, spacious presentation the GS1000 is known for. They are not on-ear (supra-aural) in the traditional sense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a headphone amplifier to use these?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot necessarily — at 38 ohms and 99.8 dB sensitivity, the GS1000 Classic is relatively easy to drive. It will play from a smartphone, laptop, or DAC with a headphone output. However, the GS1000 scales noticeably with better amplification. A quality headphone amplifier will bring out more dynamics, a deeper soundstage, and greater control. We recommend pairing it with at least a capable DAC\/amp combo. Call us and we can advise on what works well at your budget.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use these for commuting or at the office?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo — the GS1000 is an open-back headphone. It leaks sound in both directions: people around you will hear your music, and ambient noise will come through to you. These are home listening headphones, designed for a quiet room with a good amplifier. They are not suited to shared or mobile environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s the difference between the GS1000 and the GS3000?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth are in the Classic Series with the Signature Gold headband and G cushions. The GS3000 uses a larger 52mm X2 driver and a cocobolo wood housing with an aluminum sleeve, which gives it greater bass extension, dynamic headroom, and scale. The GS1000 uses a 50mm X2 driver and a solid mahogany housing, with a slightly narrower frequency response (8Hz–35kHz vs. 4Hz–51kHz). The GS1000 is the more accessible step while sharing the premium headband platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I change the cushions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Grado cushions are interchangeable. The G cushions included with the GS1000 give you the widest, most spacious presentation. Fitting L cushions brings the driver closer to the ear and creates a more forward, intimate sound. Experimenting with cushion types is a well-known way to personalize your Grado’s character. Ask us which cushion types are compatible and available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the cable detachable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. All Classic Series headphones use fixed, hard-wired cables — a deliberate Grado design choice maintained across this series. If you want a detachable cable, Grado’s Signature Line headphones offer that. The GS1000 Classic ships with a Signature Silver cable that is lighter and more flexible than previous Grado cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs optional XLR termination available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Optional XLR termination is available for listeners with balanced headphone amplifiers. The standard termination is 6.35mm (1\/4”). Verify current availability and any price difference with Audio Advisor before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere are these made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy hand, in Brooklyn, New York. Grado Labs has assembled headphones at their Brooklyn facility since 1953. Each pair passes through multiple workbenches before shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrado GS1000 Classic open-back headphones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eG cushions (installed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignature Silver cable (fixed, hard-wired)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-titlebox-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f3b5.svg\" alt=\"music note emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003e40+ Years of Expertise\u003c\/strong\u003e — Since 1981, we’ve helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f504.svg\" alt=\"repeat emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — Take your time. 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Grado finds that different woods offer distinct sonic characteristics allowing this headphone its own sound signature, which contrasts with the more analytical, machined aluminum HP100 SE stablemate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDurable, Lightweight, Walnut Wood Housing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align='justify\"'\u003eThe wood grain of each individually crafted housing is unique, bringing a special one-of-kind quality to each build. Walnut, known for its density and resistance to decay, has been chosen for a relaxed musical presentation and stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align='justify\"'\u003eThe award-winning Signature HP100 SE has been lauded by recording engineers and music enthusiasts around the world as detailed, revealing, and accurate to the recorded piece. The new Signature S950 has a more neutral and balanced sound, providing a broad brush stroke to the musical presentation. This presentation allows you to experience a relaxed personal insight to what the music is communicating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align='justify\"'\u003eThe Signature S950's new headband assembly was first made available on the Signature HP100 SE. Built for long listening sessions, the updated headband includes 50% more padding than earlier Grado models. It features a stainless-steel band and adjustable height rods, allowing for a customized fit that helps reduce listening fatigue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align='justify\"'\u003eFirst introduced with the launch of the Signature HP100 SE, new detachable cables have been a welcome change to Grado headphones. Detachable cables allow users to customize their headphones to best match their source and personal preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align='justify\"'\u003eFor comfort options and also to allow you to tailor the sound to your liking, G Cushions and F Cushions are include with the S950. Try both pairs of cushions – Type G and Type F – and use the pair you prefer. 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Grado engineers worked on the Opus3 knowing they wanted to have a cost-effective wooden cartridge while at the same time taking advantage of the techniques and processes used in the higher-end models. If taking a step up in your turntable setup is on your to-do list, start here with the Opus 3.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAward-Winning Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Absolute Sound\u003c\/em\u003e magazine honored the Opus 3 with an Editors' Choice Award for 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Grado’s entry-level offering in the new Timbre Series is a little like going home again to a pre-digital age. With its midrange tonal beauty and unvarnished musicality, its warmer overall signature and rich midrange, this is classic Grado.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"There are still notes of dark chocolate in its voicing—a complex bittersweetness that favors resonant wooden instruments like cello and acoustic bass and winds. The primary strength of the Opus3, however, is its resolution of timbral distinctions, its verdant naturalism, and its harmonic richness. Pure and simple, a celebration of LP playback.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Bargain of the Year\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Unexpectedly chunky and punchy sounding, yet also quick, clear, and warmly engaging, the Grado Opus3 is a compelling alternative to similarly-priced cartridges from both musical and technical standpoints,\" reports \u0026gt;Ed Kobesky, \u003cem\u003epositivefeedback.com\u003c\/em\u003e, March 30, 2022.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"It sounds as good as or better than most any vintage Grado, or the immediate price competition,\" reports Danko Suvar, \u003cem\u003eenjoythemusic.com\u003c\/em\u003e, November 20, 2020. In a way, for a sound quality achievable with it, Opus3 is a bargain of the year\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFirst of its Kind\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWhen it comes to the Opus3, there are a few 'firsts' to talk about. This is Grado's first cartridge built with a maple wood housing, as well as the first to use what Grado learned with its high-end cartridges and apply that knowledge to an entry-level price. The housing is a new shape, but it still keeps the wood working in tandem with the cartridge inside. This is also the first cartridge built specifically with the Timbre Series in mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eExtreme Precision\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eGrado has combined newly developed coil winding techniques with decades-old disciplines. A new two-step shielding process brings not only exact unison between the four coils but also an unobstructed path for a cleaner signal. The music is allowed to travel undistorted through the coils, greatly reducing mechanical noise. There is an extreme clarity over the full frequency range, with absolutely no stridency or shrillness. Precisely hand tipped with a diamond, each cartridge is the end product of a great amount of care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Two Thumbs Up\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Presence, tone, texture, and detail have to be present or it’s just some flat rendition of something that doesn’t engage you at all. The Grado Labs Opus3 succeeds in every way with the kind of vocals that I enjoy listening to and that makes it a keeper,\" raves Ian White, \u003cem\u003eecoustics.com\u003c\/em\u003e, July 12, 2022.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The tonality of the Opus3 is natural and musical and the resolution can stand toe to toe with the big boys,\" reports Gary Alan Barker, \u003cem\u003eheadphone.guru\u003c\/em\u003e, July 13, 2020. \"All in all, the Grado Opus3 is a first-class cartridge that I can heartily recommend to anyone setting up a medium to high-end turntable ensemble or upgrading an existing system. Two thumbs up.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Sound of Wood – Built from Maple\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Opus3 is nestled inside a maple housing, which a cartridge has never done before. After years of working with maple from Grado's Heritage and Statement Series headphones, Grado decided it was time to bring it to a phono cartridge. Maple produces a vibrant and luscious sound, while staying consistent and clear. Through a variation of thermal aging processes, the housing gains the ability to better dampen and control the resonant frequencies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Has to be Heard to Be Believed\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"There are reasons why Grado Labs phono cartridge have been around since 1953. The company may be better known these days for making some of the best headphones in the world at really good prices. The same can be said about their phono cartridges. I am purchasing this phono cartridge and keeping it installed in my newly acquired Music Hall mmf-1.3 turntable,\" notes Byron Baba, \u003cem\u003edagogo.com\u003c\/em\u003e, November 2022\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The Opus 3 is flat out the best buy at that price and quite a bit above,\" observes reviewer Café Latte, \u003cem\u003eaudiokarma.org\u003c\/em\u003e, December 2, 2021. \"Really, really good, very wide with lovely MC mids and highs with huge bass… Has to be heard to be believed.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHand-Built with Love in Brooklyn\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eEach Opus3 is hand-built by the Grado team in Brooklyn. Fine-tuned for everything from entry-level turntables up to the highest-end stereo systems, the solid mass of the wood helps keep the Opus3 steady and producing the Grado signature sound. Grado started building cartridges on a kitchen table in 1953, and every experience since then has led to the creation of the Opus3.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eChoose high output, low output, or mono models.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grado Labs","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45982862213293,"sku":"NEW-GROPUS3-LO","price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/GROPUS3_H_01-Large__98725.1726511478.1280.1280_8cefcdb0-7e43-492a-9488-5a6727625889.jpg?v=1778107535"},{"product_id":"grado-hemp-classic-headphones","title":"Grado Hemp Classic Headphones","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Hemp Classic — Grado’s Most Distinctive Mid-Range Headphone\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrado Labs has been making headphones in Brooklyn, New York since 1953. The company is still family-owned, now in its third generation. They are known for open-back, wired headphones that put you close to the music with an immediate, vivid presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hemp Classic is the most unusual headphone in the Classic Series. It sits in the middle of the lineup — above the SR325 and below the RS1 — but it isn’t simply the next step up the ladder. It uses a completely different housing material from every other model in the range: a \u003cstrong\u003ebi-wood construction combining hempwood and maple\u003c\/strong\u003e. That material choice gives the Hemp a distinct sonic character that Grado describes as “fuller and more grounded” — a departure from the leaner, faster reputation the brand is often known for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis was true of the Hemp in its previous generation, and it carries forward in the Classic version with the updated 44mm X2 driver and Signature Silver headband assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOpen-Back Design — What That Means\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hemp Classic is an \u003cstrong\u003eopen-back headphone\u003c\/strong\u003e. The rear of the driver housing vents freely to the outside air. This allows sound to breathe in both directions, producing a wider and more natural-sounding soundstage than closed-back designs can achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe trade-off: open-back headphones leak sound. People near you will hear your music, and ambient noise will come in. The Hemp Classic is a home listening headphone. It is not suited to offices, commuting, or shared spaces. In a quiet room, that open design is a genuine advantage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe 44mm X2 Driver — Tuned for the Hempwood Housing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hemp Classic uses Grado’s \u003cstrong\u003e44mm X2 dynamic driver\u003c\/strong\u003e — the same driver size as the SR325 and SR80, but tuned specifically for the hempwood and maple housing rather than simply shared across models. The X2 is built around a \u003cstrong\u003eMylar diaphragm, copper voice coil, and rare earth magnetic system\u003c\/strong\u003e. Grado developed the X2 platform across the entire Classic Series through extensive listening and refinement, and the key phrase for the Hemp is that “the tuning favors a fuller and more grounded presentation.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is meaningful. Grado headphones are often described as bright, fast, and immediate. The Hemp is something different within that family: warmer, denser, and more physical in the low-end without losing the clarity and openness that defines Grado’s character. Driver-to-driver matching is held to 0.05 dB for precise stereo balance across every pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHempwood and Maple Housing — Two Materials, One Purpose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hemp Classic’s housing is constructed from two woods: \u003cstrong\u003ehempwood and maple\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is what Grado calls a bi-wood design, and it is unique within the Classic Series — no other model uses this combination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHempwood\u003c\/strong\u003e is made from compressed hemp fibers. It is not hemp plastic or a synthetic composite — it is a structural wood-like material produced from hemp, a plant that grows significantly faster than conventional hardwood trees. Grado notes this reflects a more sustainable approach to material sourcing: hemp fibers can be cultivated and replenished far more rapidly than traditional hardwoods like mahogany or cocobolo. Acoustically, hempwood contributes \u003cstrong\u003enatural damping and tonal warmth\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping shape the fuller, more grounded character that makes the Hemp stand apart from the rest of the Classic range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaple\u003c\/strong\u003e provides \u003cstrong\u003estructural stability at the driver interface\u003c\/strong\u003e — a harder, denser wood that anchors the driver mounting point and supports the overall rigidity of the housing. The two materials work together: hempwood for tonal character and damping, maple for structural integrity where it matters most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eF Cushions — Close-Coupled and Immediate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hemp Classic ships with Grado’s \u003cstrong\u003eF cushions\u003c\/strong\u003e, which bring the driver closer to the ear than the larger G cushions used on the GS1000 and GS3000. This closer coupling reinforces the Hemp’s immediate, engaging character — the sound arrives with more directness than the more distant G-cushion presentation. Grado notes that F cushions also act as a tuning element, and experimenting with other cushion types will shift the tonal balance and spaciousness of the presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSignature Silver Headband Assembly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hemp Classic uses the \u003cstrong\u003eSignature Silver headband assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e — a refined headband platform that shares the same engineering foundation as the Signature Gold system used on the GS1000 and GS3000. The assembly includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved gimbal mechanism for controlled rotation and precise driver alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpdated height rods and junction blocks for structural reliability and long-term durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine leather headstrap with contrasting white stitching for comfort during extended sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal steel spring band for easy, tool-free clamping pressure adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis headband represents a meaningful step up from the standard headbands used on the SR60 and SR80, without reaching the premium engraved aluminum Signature Gold system found on the GS models and RS1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCable — Fixed, Updated, Flexible\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hemp Classic includes an \u003cstrong\u003e8-conductor fixed hard-wired cable\u003c\/strong\u003e, engineered to be lighter, softer, and more flexible than previous Grado cables while maintaining signal integrity. The standard termination is a \u003cstrong\u003e3.5mm plug with a 1\/4” adapter\u003c\/strong\u003e included — making it compatible with both portable sources and dedicated headphone amplifiers out of the box. Optional XLR termination is also available for listeners with balanced systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all Classic Series headphones, the cable is fixed and non-detachable. Grado maintains this traditional hard-wired construction throughout the Classic range by design. Detachable cables are reserved for the Signature Line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA More Sustainable Choice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hempwood housing is not just acoustically interesting — it reflects a deliberate material decision. Hemp grows significantly faster than hardwood trees and can be cultivated and replenished far more rapidly. Grado specifically notes this as part of the Hemp’s appeal. If you care about where your materials come from, the Hemp Classic offers something the rest of the Grado lineup does not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, New York\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Hemp Classic is assembled by hand at Grado’s facility in Brooklyn, New York. The company has built headphones there since 1953. Every pair passes through multiple workbenches before it ships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat the Experts Say\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eecoustics.com — Classic Series Analysis, March 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eecoustics described the Hemp as “the material outlier in the lineup,” noting its hemp and maple housing sets it distinctly apart from other models. They highlighted Grado’s own positioning of the tuning as “fuller and more grounded,” which ecoustics noted “separates it a bit from the leaner, faster reputation some buyers associate with the brand.” They also noted the Hemp receives nicer trim than the lower SR60 and SR80 models, keeping it from feeling like a side experiment. The X2 driver update was praised as a meaningful refinement across the entire Classic lineup.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest of High End — Classic Series Coverage, March 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBest of High End described the Hemp’s dual-wood construction as delivering “a warm, natural sound signature,” specifically highlighting the combination of maple and hemp as a deliberate choice to shape the Hemp’s distinct tonal character within the Classic Series. They noted the Classic Series overall reflects Grado’s philosophy of “steady evolution — building upon proven designs, refining where it counts.”\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrado Labs — Official Hemp Classic Product Description, 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGrado describes the Hemp Classic’s tuning as favoring “a fuller and more grounded presentation,” and notes that hempwood contributes “natural damping and tonal warmth” that shapes a presentation “that feels grounded and physical.” The F cushions are described as reinforcing its “immediate and engaging presentation.” Grado also highlights hempwood as a more sustainable material choice given the rapid cultivability of hemp versus traditional hardwoods.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilding Your Listening Setup? Here Are Some Great Companions.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone Amplifier.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Hemp Classic is easy to drive at 38 ohms, but scales noticeably with a quality dedicated headphone amp. Given its warmer, fuller character, it pairs especially well with transparent, detailed amplification that lets that fullness come through without smearing. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/headphones\/headphone-amplifiers\/\"\u003eBrowse Headphone Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC.\u003c\/strong\u003e A quality outboard DAC improves what the Hemp Classic has to work with. You’re at a price point where source quality starts to matter meaningfully. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/digital-audio\/digital-to-analog-converters\/\"\u003eBrowse DACs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlternative Grado Cushions.\u003c\/strong\u003e F cushions (included) give you the closer, more immediate character Grado tuned the Hemp for. Swapping to G cushions will create more distance between driver and ear, widening the soundstage but softening the directness. Both are available separately — ask us which types are compatible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep Up: Classic RS1.\u003c\/strong\u003e The RS1 takes the bi-wood concept further with a tri-wood construction using maple, hemp, and cocobolo. If you love the Hemp’s character and want more of it, the RS1 is the natural next step. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/search-results\/?lp=brand-grado\u0026amp;filters=Product+Category,Headphones\"\u003eBrowse Grado headphones\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep Down: Classic SR325.\u003c\/strong\u003e If the Hemp is slightly above budget, the SR325 is an aluminum-housed model with a more neutral, precise character. Genuinely different in flavor — but a strong performer at its price.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e44mm X2 Dynamic Driver — Tuned for Fuller, More Grounded Presentation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrado’s X2 driver platform uses a Mylar diaphragm, copper voice coil, and rare earth magnetic system. In the Hemp Classic, the 44mm X2 is specifically tuned to work with the hempwood and maple housing, favoring warmth and body over the leaner, faster character some smaller Grado models are known for. Driver-to-driver matching is held to 0.05 dB across every pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOpen-Back Design — Natural, Spacious Soundstage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe open-back architecture vents the driver housing freely, producing a wider and more natural-sounding presentation than closed-back designs. Designed for home listening in a quiet space — not for shared or mobile environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHempwood and Maple Bi-Wood Housing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHempwood provides natural damping and tonal warmth, contributing to the Hemp’s fuller, more grounded character. Maple provides structural stability at the driver mounting interface. Together they create a housing that is tonally distinctive within the Classic Series — and made from a more rapidly renewable material than conventional hardwoods. No two hempwood housings will have identical grain characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eF Cushions — Close-Coupled for Immediacy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eF cushions position the driver closer to the ear than G cushions, reinforcing the Hemp’s direct, engaged character. Like all Grado cushions, F cushions are a tuning element as well as a comfort feature — swapping to alternative cushion types will shift the tonal balance and soundstage width. Grado cushions are interchangeable across the lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSignature Silver Headband Assembly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShares the same engineering foundation as the Signature Gold system used on the GS1000 and GS3000. Improved gimbal mechanism, updated height rods and junction blocks, genuine leather headstrap with contrasting white stitching, and an internal steel spring band for tool-free clamping adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e8-Conductor Fixed Cable — 3.5mm with 1\/4” Adapter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hemp Classic ships with an 8-conductor hard-wired cable — lighter, softer, and more flexible than previous Grado cables. The 3.5mm plug and included 1\/4” adapter make it compatible with both portable sources and dedicated headphone amplifiers without additional accessories. Optional XLR termination available for balanced systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriver: 44mm X2 dynamic (Mylar diaphragm, copper voice coil, rare earth magnetic system)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Open-back, over-ear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 13 Hz–28 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpedance: 38 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriver matching: 0.05 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCushions: F cushions (included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHousing: Bi-wood — hempwood and maple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadband: Signature Silver assembly (improved gimbals, height rods, junction blocks, leather strap)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCable: 8-conductor, fixed hard-wired\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTermination: 3.5mm plug (1\/4” adapter included); optional XLR available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeries: Classic Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in USA (Brooklyn, NY)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-faq gsbp-ab3b28d\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes the Hemp different from the other Classic Series models?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe material. Every other model in the Classic Series uses conventional housing materials — injected plastic, aluminum, mahogany, or cocobolo. The Hemp uses a bi-wood construction of hempwood and maple, which gives it a distinctly different acoustic character: fuller, warmer, and more grounded than the rest of the lineup. Grado tuned the 44mm X2 driver specifically for this housing, rather than simply sharing a driver spec across models. If you’ve tried other Grado headphones and found them too lean or bright for your taste, the Hemp is worth hearing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is hempwood, exactly?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHempwood is a wood-like material made from compressed hemp fibers. It is not hemp plastic, synthetic foam, or a composite resin — it behaves like a dense, fine-grained wood and is machined similarly to natural hardwood. Grado uses it for its natural damping properties and warm tonal character. It is also more sustainable than conventional hardwoods: hemp grows much faster than trees and can be cultivated and replenished more rapidly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a good choice if I find Grado headphones too bright?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePossibly yes. Grado has a reputation for a bright, forward sound signature in many of their models. The Hemp is the exception in the Classic Series. Grado specifically positions it as “fuller and more grounded,” which is a deliberate departure from the leaner character associated with models like the SR80 or SR325. It’s not a completely different brand — it’s still open, immediate, and Grado in character — but the tonal weight sits lower. If you want confirmation before buying, call us and we can help you decide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a headphone amplifier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot strictly — at 38 ohms, the Hemp Classic will play from a phone, laptop, or portable DAC. The 3.5mm termination with included 1\/4” adapter makes it immediately compatible with most sources. That said, a dedicated headphone amplifier will bring out more dynamics, better control, and fuller bass. The Hemp’s warmer character benefits particularly from amplification that is clean and transparent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use this at the office or while commuting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The Hemp Classic is an open-back headphone. It leaks sound significantly in both directions — people near you will hear your music, and all ambient noise will come through. These are home listening headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s the difference between the Hemp and the RS1?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe RS1 takes the Hemp’s bi-wood concept one step further with a tri-wood construction using maple, hemp, and cocobolo. The cocobolo adds another layer of tonal richness and grain complexity. Both share the Signature Gold headband and L cushions on the RS1 (vs. F cushions on the Hemp), which creates a slightly more spacious presentation on the RS1. The Hemp is the more accessible entry into Grado’s natural wood sound; the RS1 is the more refined version of that approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I change the cushions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Grado cushions are interchangeable across the lineup. F cushions (included) bring the driver close to the ear for the Hemp’s characteristic direct, engaged character. G cushions will push the driver farther away, widening the soundstage. S cushions create the most intimate, on-ear presentation. Experimenting is encouraged — each type shifts the tonal balance and soundstage noticeably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the cable detachable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The Classic Series uses fixed, hard-wired cables by design. If you want a detachable cable, Grado’s Signature Line is where that lives. The Hemp Classic ships with an 8-conductor cable terminated in 3.5mm with a 1\/4” adapter included. Optional XLR termination is available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere is it made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy hand, in Brooklyn, New York. Grado Labs has assembled headphones at their Brooklyn facility since 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrado Hemp Classic open-back headphones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eF cushions (installed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFixed 8-conductor cable (hard-wired)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/4” (6.35mm) adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-titlebox-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f3b5.svg\" alt=\"music note emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003e40+ Years of Expertise\u003c\/strong\u003e — Since 1981, we’ve helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f504.svg\" alt=\"repeat emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — Take your time. 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Hand-built in Brooklyn with a hand-carved American osage body and machined boron cantilever, the Reference4 delivers resolution, dimensionality, and tonal beauty that challenge cartridges at twice the price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eIf you want Grado’s celebrated wood-body sound at its most complete, this is it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"Xb0d12f929873a313496b66fba9f14c3afaf31db\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNude Shibata Stylus: The Biggest Upgrade in the Line\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eNew for the 4 Series, the Reference4’s nude Shibata diamond contacts far more of the groove wall than an elliptical profile. It retrieves detail an elliptical simply can’t reach—especially on inner grooves—while reducing distortion and record wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eYou’ll hear more air around instruments, more natural vocal texture, and composed, articulate playback to the very last track.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"machined-boron-cantilever\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eMachined Boron Cantilever\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eBoron’s extreme stiffness-to-weight ratio lets the Shibata respond instantly to the groove. Paired with Grado’s ultra-low-mass moving iron element, the Reference4 delivers startling transient speed with a completely natural, unforced character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"hand-carved-american-osage-body\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHand-Carved American Osage Body\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eDense American osage tonewood damps and tunes resonance naturally, giving the Reference4 its big, warm, three-dimensional soundstage. The reshaped 4 Series housing improves cantilever visibility for precise alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"flux-bridger-generator-with-6n-copper\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFlux-Bridger Generator with 6N Copper\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eJoseph Grado’s patented flux-bridger design pairs fixed coils—wound with ultra-high-purity 6N OCC copper—with cryogenic component treatment and internal damping for exceptional transparency and a silent background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X1d391cda695c68be8379dd6aa20a3af0edc51df\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eThree Versions: High Output, Low Output, and Mono\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Reference4 comes in three versions: High Output (4.0mV), Low Output (1.0mV), and Mono. High Output works with any standard MM phono input; Low Output rewards higher-gain phono stages with even lower moving mass and finer detail; and the Mono version is purpose-built for dedicated mono record collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"building-your-system\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Reference4 belongs on a serious turntable with a quality medium-mass tonearm and a transparent phono stage that will let its resolution shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eWhen the stylus eventually wears, Grado’s Wood Cartridge Upgrade Program lets you trade in any Grado wood cartridge toward a new one—so your investment is protected for the long run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features-specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eNude Shibata Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExtended groove contact retrieves exceptional detail with lower distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eMachined Boron Cantilever\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExtreme stiffness and low mass for instant transient response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Carved American Osage Body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDense tonewood for a big, warm, three-dimensional soundstage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eFlux-Bridger Generator with 6N OCC Copper Coils\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMoving coil speed and transparency without the fragility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eThree Available Versions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHigh Output (4.0mV), Low Output (1.0mV), or Mono for mono record collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, USA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAssembled and tested at Grado’s family-owned factory, est. 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eType: Moving Iron (MI)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eStylus: Nude Shibata Diamond\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCantilever: Machined Boron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBody: Hand-Carved American Osage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutput: 4.0mV (High Output) or 1.0mV (Low Output)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eVersions: High Output, Low Output, Mono\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eLoad Impedance: 10k–47k ohms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eTracking Force: 1.6–1.9 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eWeight: 9.6 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"frequently-asked-questions\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDo I need a special phono preamp?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe high-output version (4.0mV) works with any standard MM phono input. The low-output version (1.0mV) needs a phono stage with added gain—but unlike moving coils, it still loads at standard 10k–47k ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does the Reference4 compare to the Master4?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe two share the same body, cantilever, and generator—the Reference4’s nude Shibata stylus is the difference, retrieving audibly more detail with lower distortion and better inner-groove tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does it compare to the Lineage Statement4?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Statement4 moves up to Grado’s flagship Lineage platform: a Brazilian ebony body and 7N OCC copper coils, hand-assembled to the tightest tolerances Grado produces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWho is the Reference4 designed for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s ideal for serious vinyl enthusiasts who want flagship-level wood-body performance without crossing into flagship pricing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; 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line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"what-you-need-to-know\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"the-sweet-spot-of-grados-prestige-series\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eThe Sweet Spot of Grado’s Prestige Series\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Grado Prestige Red4 Moving Iron Phono Cartridge is the step-up model in Grado’s hand-built Prestige line—and for many listeners, the ideal balance of price and refinement. Assembled at Grado’s family-owned Brooklyn factory, the Red4 delivers a clear, controlled, and richly musical sound with the smooth, natural top end Grado is loved for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eIf you want more polish than an entry-level cartridge without stretching the budget, the Red4 hits the mark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"Xc681f16aac2544d5594e6a79fe57da9fbac4361\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eMoving Iron Design: The Best of Both Worlds\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Red4 uses Joseph Grado’s patented flux-bridger moving iron generator. The coils stay fixed while a tiny, ultra-low-mass iron element moves in the magnetic field—giving you the speed and inner detail associated with moving coils, with the easy compatibility and 4.0mV output of a moving magnet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eYou’ll hear clear detail, confident bass, and Grado’s signature midrange warmth on every record.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"upgraded-internals-for-the-4-series\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eUpgraded Internals for the 4 Series\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe new 4 Series brings real improvements throughout: an internal signal path of ultra-high-purity OCC copper, cryogenic treatment of key components, and added internal damping for a quieter, cleaner presentation than previous generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"user-replaceable-upgradeable-stylus\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eUser-Replaceable, Upgradeable Stylus\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Red4’s elliptical stylus replaces in seconds with no tools. Every Prestige Series stylus is interchangeable—so the flagship Gold4 stylus is a simple drop-in upgrade whenever you’re ready.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"hand-built-in-brooklyn-new-york\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, New York\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eEvery Prestige Red4 is assembled and tested by hand at Grado Labs in Brooklyn—some of Grado’s craftspeople have been building cartridges for over 25 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"building-your-system\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Red4 works with any turntable with a standard MM phono input, and its light tracking force is gentle on records. It’s also available in a P-mount version for compatible tonearms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eIt’s an excellent match for popular mid-tier turntables, adding refinement and musicality without demanding anything special from the rest of your system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features-specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eFlux-Bridger Moving Iron Generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMoving coil speed and detail with moving magnet convenience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eElliptical Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClear detail and a smooth, natural top end with confident tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eOCC Copper Signal Path with Cryogenic Treatment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNew 4 Series internals for a cleaner, quieter presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eUser-Replaceable, Interchangeable Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSwap in seconds—or drop in the flagship Gold4 stylus later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, USA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAssembled and tested at Grado’s family-owned factory, est. 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eStandard ½-Inch or P-Mount\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCompatible with virtually any tonearm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eType: High Output Moving Iron (MI)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eStylus: Elliptical Diamond (user-replaceable)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCantilever: Aluminum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutput: 4.0mV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eLoad Impedance: 10k–47k ohms (standard MM input)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; 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In recognition of Joseph Grado’s 100th birthday and this industry milestone, Grado Labs is producing these Special Edition headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Although Uncle Joe left us 10 years ago, he will always be a presence at Grado Labs,\" says Joseph’s nephew and Grado’s CEO, John Grado.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAward-Winning Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Signature HP100 SE was an Audio Award Winner 2025, \u003cem\u003ePopular Science\u003c\/em\u003e magazine. According to reviewer Tom Ware, \"It’s shimmery, not shouty, vivid without being oversaturated, and scales sweetly. And when it comes to reproducing guitars, no one does it like Grado. You can pick out fingers on frets and mid-syllable sighs, feel the leading edge as the fuzztain and phaser kick in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"For anything that thrives in the mids and lives for having its transients under a spotlight, but particularly rawk or metal, the HP100 SE is all about less grain and more grins. Let it help you find a moment of zen, or just 43 minutes of nervy, delirious Total Peace.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"My Favorite Dynamic Headphone to Date\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The Grado Signature HP100 SE Open Air Headphone is a true audiophile reference headphone and as such it is not forgiving of source nor electronics, yet the musicality and presentation make for an absolutely pleasurable experience. In fact, the Grados seem to lend something to every genre of music whether it was Classical, Folk, Rock, Jazz, Lounge or even stark New Wave like The B52s,\" observes Gary Alan Barker, \u003cem\u003eheadphone.guru\u003c\/em\u003e, October 29, 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Simply put, the Grado Signature HP100 SE is my favorite dynamic headphone I have heard to date and I would happily recommend them to anyone who is a critical listener and looking for a reference headphone.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"My take from CanJam Dallas [trade show]: Super-spacious and detailed sound; great bass for a Grado,\" reports Jersey D, \u003cem\u003ehead-fi.org\u003c\/em\u003e, November 6, 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eA New Design from the Ground Up\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWhile the HP100 SE pays homage to Grado’s illustrious past, these headphones are a contemporary version of a true classic, with a new design from the ground up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eWith newly engineered drivers, the HP100 SE also boasts detachable cables, as well as a fresh headband assembly. This also ushers in a new direction for future Grado headphone releases. As always, the HP100 SE is hand-assembled in Grado's Brooklyn-based headquarters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompletely New Driver Design\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAt the heart of the HP100 SE is a completely new speaker design. In considering the attributes of a new 52mm driver, Grado’s goal was to deliver a speaker that produced excellent high frequency resolution, midrange smoothness, and bass energy with low distortion, resulting in a voicing that is musically and harmonically correct.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eA new paper composite cone was chosen, alongside a powerful high flux magnetic circuit using rare earth alloys, and a new voice coil made from lightweight copper-plated aluminum. This new magnetic circuit coupled with the voice coil produces excellent dynamics and transient response, along with a highly refined sense of space, soundstage and image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eModern Housing Design and Detachable Cables\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eHonoring the recognizable heritage of the original Signature HP1\/2\/3 headphone designs, but with a modern feel, the housings are individually machined from specially treated aluminum with the product name neatly engraved on the face. The HP100 SE arrives in a stylish Space Grey finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe HP100 SE is the first Grado model to feature detachable cables. A departure from the cable currently employed on the Statement Series, it has been engineered to a softer but durable braided finish, with cable insulation that improves flexibility and decreases the overall weight of the cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eTerminated with a 1\/4\" (6.3mm) plug, the cable connects to each housing via a 4pin mini XLR plug. Additional detachable cable options such as 4pin XLR termination, 4.4mm balanced termination, and various cable lengths, will available in the future. This allows for the cable to be changed based on customer needs for source-side termination and cable range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHeadband Assembly Re-design\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe HP100 SE’s headband assembly has changed from the classic Grado models. Designed for comfort during long listening session, the new headband features 50% more padding than previous Grado designs. Stainless steel band and height rods that can be adjusted for the perfect fit to minimize listening fatigue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eGrado Labs engraved gimbals are made from an aluminum alloy, and the stainless steel height rod enhances the stability of the point where they meet. The height rod is also designed to not slide out of the junction block if the zinc alloy end caps become dislodged. This mechanism limits housing rotation to 105-degrees to reduce wear and tear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTwo Ear Cushion Styles Included for Sound Tuning\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eYour HP100 SE ships with G cushions installed on the headphones. Grado understands that the preferred sound signature of a headphone varies from listener to listener. There are many ways to tune a headphone, but only one way to allow you to personalize the performance of your headphones, so that you can experience music the way you like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eFor this reason, Grado also included a pair of its Grado F style ear cushions for your consideration when listening to your new HP100 SE. The F style cushions were the standard cushions on the original HP1, HP2 and HP3 headphones. Try both pairs of cushions – Type G and Type F – and use the pair you prefer. The only opinion that matters is your own, but you will discover that while both pairs sound great, you may like one better than the other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHand Assembled in Brooklyn\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eFounded on a kitchen table in 1953, and working with wood for over a quarter century, Grado Labs has been perfecting the art of sonic reproduction every day since. This HP100 SE has traveled from workbench to workbench until ready for your ears. Every experience since that kitchen table has led to the creation of this very special headphone.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grado Labs","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45983012716717,"sku":"NEW-GRSIGHP100SE","price":2495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45983012749485,"sku":"DEMO-GRSIGHP100SE","price":1999.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/GRSIGHP100SE_02_back_2024__76869.1732636113.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778158694"},{"product_id":"grado-prestige-green4-phono-cartridge-stylus","title":"Grado Prestige Green4 Phono Cartridge Stylus","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is This, and Why Do You Need It?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stylus is the diamond tip at the end of your cartridge’s cantilever — the tiny needle that actually touches your record and reads the groove. Over time and use, that diamond wears down. A worn stylus doesn’t just sound worse; it can damage your records, cutting into the groove walls and causing permanent harm to your vinyl collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Grado Prestige Green4 Stylus is the \u003cstrong\u003eofficial replacement stylus\u003c\/strong\u003e for the Green4 cartridge — and all earlier Grado Prestige Green-series cartridges. It’s a genuine Grado part, made in Brooklyn, New York. When you replace the stylus, your cartridge performs like new without having to buy a whole new cartridge body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow the Replacement Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the best things about Grado Prestige Series cartridges is the \u003cstrong\u003euser-replaceable stylus system\u003c\/strong\u003e. You don’t need tools, a technician, or a trip to a dealer. The stylus simply pulls off the front of the cartridge body and snaps back on. Most people can do it in under a minute. This is by design — Grado built the Prestige Series to be maintained at home, easily and affordably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Green4 stylus fits the following Grado cartridge body models:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4E-GREEN (Green4)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4E-GREEN1PC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4E-GREEN1PM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrestige Series Styli Are Cross-Compatible\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere’s something worth knowing: \u003cstrong\u003eall Grado Prestige Series styli are interchangeable across cartridge bodies in the Prestige line\u003c\/strong\u003e. This means the Green4 stylus fits not just the Green4 body, but also the Red4, and other Prestige-series bodies. This cross-compatibility also opens an upgrade path — you can fit a higher-level Prestige stylus onto your existing cartridge body to step up your performance without replacing the whole unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat You’re Getting — Bonded Elliptical Diamond\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Green4 stylus uses a \u003cstrong\u003ebonded elliptical diamond\u003c\/strong\u003e mounted on an aluminum cantilever. An elliptical diamond shape makes better contact with the groove walls than a basic spherical tip. This means it tracks more accurately, retrieves more musical detail, and is gentler on your records at the same tracking force. “Bonded” means the diamond is fixed to the cantilever tip with an adhesive bond — a reliable, cost-effective construction used throughout the Prestige Series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen Should You Replace Your Stylus?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a general rule, a stylus lasts around 500–1,000 hours of play time under normal conditions. But audible wear can happen gradually, making it hard to notice without a reference point. Signs it’s time to replace include: a harsh or distorted high end, loss of stereo separation, the stylus skipping on clean records, or simply knowing you’ve put significant hours on your current stylus. When in doubt, a fresh stylus is almost always an improvement — and far cheaper than replacing records damaged by a worn tip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMade in Brooklyn, by Grado\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrado Labs has made phono cartridges and styli in Brooklyn, New York since 1953. This is a genuine Grado replacement part — not a third-party clone. It is hand-assembled at their Brooklyn facility to the same standards as the original stylus that came with your cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompleting Your Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrado Prestige Green4 Cartridge.\u003c\/strong\u003e If you also need a new cartridge body, or are building a fresh setup, the Green4 cartridge is the companion to this stylus. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/turntables\/phono-cartridges\/?filters=Product+Category,Phono+Cartridges,Brand,Grado+Labs\"\u003eBrowse Grado cartridges at Audio Advisor\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLooking to Upgrade?\u003c\/strong\u003e Because all Prestige Series styli are interchangeable, you can fit a higher-level Prestige stylus onto your existing Green4 body for a performance step-up without replacing the full cartridge. Call us at \u003ca href=\"tel:+18009420220\"\u003e800-942-0220\u003c\/a\u003e and we can advise on which stylus makes sense for your setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhono Preamplifier.\u003c\/strong\u003e If you’re refreshing your whole vinyl setup, a quality phono stage makes a real difference. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/turntables\/phono-preamplifiers\/\"\u003eBrowse our Phono Preamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecord Cleaning.\u003c\/strong\u003e A clean record protects your new stylus and extends its life. It’s one of the best investments you can make alongside a stylus replacement. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/turntables\/record-cleaning-machines\/\"\u003eBrowse Record Cleaning Machines\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStylus Force Gauge.\u003c\/strong\u003e After fitting a new stylus, verify your tracking force with a digital gauge. Correct tracking force protects both the stylus and your records. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/turntables\/turntable-accessories\/stylus-force-gauges\/\"\u003eBrowse Turntable Accessories\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOfficial Grado Replacement Part\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenuine Grado Labs stylus, hand-assembled in Brooklyn, NY. Maintains the same specifications as the original stylus supplied with the Green4 cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBonded Elliptical Diamond on Aluminum Cantilever\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe elliptical diamond profile makes better groove contact than a spherical tip, tracking more accurately and extracting more detail from the groove at the same downforce. The bonded construction is reliable and consistent for everyday use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUser-Replaceable — No Tools Required\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stylus pulls off and snaps onto the cartridge body without any tools. Most users complete the swap in under a minute. This is a core design feature of the entire Prestige Series — Grado built it to be maintained at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCross-Compatible With All Grado Prestige Series Bodies\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Prestige Series styli share the same mounting interface, making them fully interchangeable across the Prestige line. The Green4 stylus fits Green4, Red4, and other Prestige-series cartridge bodies. This also means you can upgrade your stylus without replacing your cartridge body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus type: Bonded elliptical diamond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCantilever: Aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible cartridge bodies: 4E-GREEN (Green4), 4E-GREEN1PC, 4E-GREEN1PM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross-compatible: All Grado Prestige Series cartridge bodies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting: User-replaceable snap-fit (no tools required)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorresponding cartridge specs (for reference):\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e  Output: 4.0mV @ 5 CMV (45 degrees)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e  Frequency response: 10 Hz–55 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e  Channel separation: Average 25 dB (10–30 kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e  Input load: 10k–47k ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e  Inductance: 50mH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e  DC resistance: 660 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e  Tracking force: 1.6–1.9g (recommended)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e  Compliance: 20 μm\/mN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in USA (Brooklyn, NY)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMSRP: $80\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-faq gsbp-ab3b28d\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill this stylus fit my cartridge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt fits any Grado Prestige Green4 cartridge body (model codes 4E-GREEN, 4E-GREEN1PC, 4E-GREEN1PM). It also fits all other Grado Prestige Series cartridge bodies — the styli are fully interchangeable across the Prestige line. If you have an older Green1, Green2, or Green3 body, this stylus will fit those too. Not sure? Call us at \u003ca href=\"tel:+18009420220\"\u003e800-942-0220\u003c\/a\u003e and we’ll confirm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePull the old stylus straight off the front of the cartridge body. Align the new stylus and press it gently onto the body until it clicks into place. No tools needed. The whole process takes about 30 seconds. After installation, verify your tracking force with a stylus force gauge and reset it if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I know when my stylus needs replacing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost styli last around 500–1,000 hours of play under normal conditions. Signs of a worn stylus include: harsh or grainy high frequencies, reduced stereo separation, sibilance (a hissy “s” sound on vocals), or the cartridge skipping on clean records. If your cartridge is several years old and has had regular use, a fresh stylus is almost always worth it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use this stylus to upgrade from a Red4 or other Prestige cartridge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — all Prestige Series styli are interchangeable. You can fit a Green4 stylus onto a Red4 body, or vice versa. Fitting a higher-level Prestige stylus onto your existing body is a common and cost-effective way to step up performance without buying a completely new cartridge. Call us and we can help you decide which stylus level makes sense for your system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this the same stylus that comes with the Green4 cartridge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This is the official Grado replacement part — the same stylus assembly supplied with new Green4 cartridges, sold separately for replacement or as a spare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere is it made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy hand, in Brooklyn, New York. Grado Labs has been making cartridges and styli there since 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrado Prestige Green4 replacement stylus ×1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-titlebox-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f3b5.svg\" alt=\"music note emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003e40+ Years of Expertise\u003c\/strong\u003e — Since 1981, we’ve helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f504.svg\" alt=\"repeat emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — Take your time. 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Hand-built in Brooklyn, New York, it combines Grado's patented Flux-Bridge moving iron technology with carefully selected materials to produce the warm, natural sound that has made Grado a favorite among vinyl enthusiasts for decades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNude Elliptical Stylus for Greater Resolution\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Sonata3 features Grado's specially developed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enude elliptical diamond\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e mounted on an optimized aluminum cantilever. Compared with bonded stylus designs, the nude diamond offers lower moving mass, allowing it to track record grooves with greater precision while revealing finer detail, improved dynamics, and a more spacious soundstage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAustralian Jarrah Wood Body\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts precision-crafted \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAustralian Jarrah wood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e body naturally controls unwanted resonance, allowing the music to emerge with exceptional clarity and tonal richness. Combined with Grado's ultra-high-purity long-crystal copper coils and proprietary Flux-Bridge generator, the Sonata3 delivers an engaging, highly musical presentation that brings recordings to life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow Output for High-Performance Systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.0mV low-output\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e version is designed for use with high-quality phono stages offering moving-coil gain while maintaining standard MM loading. 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Assembled at Grado’s family-owned Brooklyn factory—where they’ve been making cartridges since 1953—the Green4 opens the door to the warm, musical, wonderfully engaging sound that has made Grado a favorite of vinyl lovers for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eIf you’re upgrading from a stock cartridge, the Green4 was designed for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"Xc681f16aac2544d5594e6a79fe57da9fbac4361\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eMoving Iron Design: The Best of Both Worlds\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Green4 uses Joseph Grado’s patented flux-bridger moving iron generator. Unlike a moving magnet, the coils stay fixed while a tiny, ultra-low-mass iron element moves in the magnetic field—giving you the speed and detail associated with moving coil designs, with the easy compatibility and 4.0mV output of a moving magnet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eThe result is a lively, open sound with the rich midrange warmth Grado is famous for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"upgraded-internals-for-the-4-series\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eUpgraded Internals for the 4 Series\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe new 4 Series brings real improvements throughout: an internal signal path of ultra-high-purity OCC copper, cryogenic treatment of key components, and added internal damping for a quieter, cleaner presentation than previous generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"user-replaceable-upgradeable-stylus\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eUser-Replaceable, Upgradeable Stylus\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Green4’s elliptical stylus replaces in seconds with no tools. Better yet, every Prestige Series stylus is interchangeable—so you can step up to Red4 or Gold4 performance later just by swapping styli.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"hand-built-in-brooklyn-new-york\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, New York\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eEvery Prestige Green4 is assembled and tested by hand at Grado Labs in Brooklyn—some of Grado’s craftspeople have been building cartridges for over 25 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"building-your-system\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Green4 works with any turntable with a standard MM phono input, and its light tracking force is gentle on records. It’s also available in a P-mount version for compatible tonearms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eFor anyone replacing a worn or basic stock cartridge, it’s one of the most musical first upgrades in analog audio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features-specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eFlux-Bridger Moving Iron Generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMoving coil speed and detail with moving magnet convenience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eElliptical Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAccurate groove tracing with Grado’s signature warm, musical balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eOCC Copper Signal Path with Cryogenic Treatment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNew 4 Series internals for a cleaner, quieter presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eUser-Replaceable, Interchangeable Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSwap in seconds—or upgrade to Red4 or Gold4 styli later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, USA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAssembled and tested at Grado’s family-owned factory, est. 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eStandard ½-Inch or P-Mount\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCompatible with virtually any tonearm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eType: High Output Moving Iron (MI)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eStylus: Elliptical Diamond (user-replaceable)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCantilever: Aluminum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutput: 4.0mV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eLoad Impedance: 10k–47k ohms (standard MM input)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch (P-mount version available)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eTracking Force: 1.6–1.9 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eWeight: 6 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"frequently-asked-questions\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDo I need a special phono preamp?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The Green4’s 4.0mV high output works with any standard moving magnet (MM) phono input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does the Green4 compare to the cartridge that came with my turntable?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMost stock cartridges are mass-produced overseas with basic styli. The Green4 is hand-built in Brooklyn with Grado’s moving iron generator, delivering noticeably more warmth, body, and musical detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does it compare to the Red4 and Gold4?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Red4 steps up in refinement, and the Gold4 adds an upgraded OTL cantilever assembly and a precision-machined generator. Because Prestige styli are interchangeable, you can upgrade in stages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWho is the Green4 designed for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s ideal for vinyl listeners who want genuine hand-built musicality at an entry-level price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-audio-advisor\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e40+ Years of Expertise – Helping music lovers build better systems since 1981.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee – Hear it in your own system with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eReal Product Experts – Friendly advice before and after your purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eFree Shipping – On qualifying orders over $49.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eFlexible Financing – Convenient payment options available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grado Labs","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45983034441901,"sku":"NEW-GRGREEN4","price":140.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45983034474669,"sku":"DEMO-GRGREEN4","price":140.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/GRGREEN4_02_side_2026__84665.1777045608.1280.1280_f7a54cb1-87b1-4831-b37b-8053e353ca31.jpg?v=1778167621"},{"product_id":"grado-signature-s550-headphone","title":"Grado Signature S550 Headphone","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is the Grado Signature S550?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Signature S550 is an open-back, over-ear headphone from Grado Labs — the Brooklyn-based, family-run company that has been handcrafting headphones since 1953. It’s the newest and most affordable member of Grado’s Signature Line, which represents the brand’s premium tier of headphones. At $995, it sits below the Signature S750 ($1,695), S950 ($2,195), and flagship HP100 SE ($2,950).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re not familiar with the term “open-back,” here’s what it means: the earcups allow air and sound to pass through rather than sealing everything in. The benefit is a wider, more natural-sounding presentation — music feels like it exists in a space around you rather than being trapped inside your head. The trade-off is that sound leaks in both directions, so open-back headphones are best used in quiet environments like a dedicated listening room, home office, or studio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Makes It Special: Wood, Driver Tuning, and the Grado Sound\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe S550’s earcup housings are crafted entirely from Brazilian Walnut — a wood Grado has used for years because of its tonal characteristics and structural stability. Every pair is individually made, with natural grain variations that make each one unique. Beyond looking beautiful, the walnut housing plays an active role in shaping the sound. According to Grado, the density of walnut contributes to a fuller, more balanced presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the S550 is Grado’s 50mm S2 dynamic driver — the same driver platform found in the more expensive Signature S750. However, rather than simply dropping the same driver into a different shell, Grado says they specifically tuned the S2 driver to optimize its interaction with the walnut housing’s acoustic properties. The S750 uses an aluminum enclosure, which produces a different acoustic environment. The result, according to Grado, is that the S550 delivers a warmer, more forgiving presentation than the S750, while still maintaining the speed, detail, and openness that Grado listeners expect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrado describes the S550 as designed for listeners who want clarity and engagement without fatigue — a headphone you can wear for hours without feeling worn out by an aggressive or overly analytical sound. According to the manufacturer, the S550 offers a wide soundstage with precise imaging and natural dynamics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign, Comfort, and Build Quality\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe S550 uses Grado’s updated Signature headband assembly. Inside the leather headband is a flexible metal support that lets you gently adjust the fit over time, so the headphone molds to your head shape the longer you use it. It features the same narrower leather strap introduced on the S750, along with engraved metal gimbals, stainless-steel height rods, reinforced junction blocks, and controlled housing rotation — all designed for long-term durability and comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe headphone ships with Grado’s B cushions, which sit flatter on the ear to distribute pressure more evenly during extended listening. If you want to experiment with different sound and comfort profiles, the S550 is compatible with Grado’s full cushion lineup (S, F, L, and G cushions), each of which subtly influences both fit and sonic presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 335 grams without the cable, the S550 is light enough for multi-hour listening sessions without neck fatigue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetachable Cable System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a welcome update from Grado’s legacy of permanently attached cables, the S550 uses a detachable cable system. Each earcup connects via a 4-pin balanced mini XLR connector, which means you can swap cables if one gets damaged, or upgrade to a different termination to match your equipment. The included Signature Silver cable is designed to be lighter, softer, and more flexible than Grado’s older cables. It terminates in a 3.5mm mini plug at the source end, and Grado includes a 6.3mm (1\/4”) adapter in the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis gives you broad compatibility right out of the box — the 3.5mm plug works with portable players, phones, and laptop headphone jacks, while the 6.3mm adapter connects to desktop headphone amplifiers and hi-fi components. If you want to run a balanced connection, Grado offers optional cables with balanced terminations as separate accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Is This Headphone Best For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2714.svg\" alt=\"✔️\" width=\"15\"\u003e You want to experience Grado’s Signature Line without spending $1,695 or more — the S550 is the most affordable entry point at $995.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2714.svg\" alt=\"✔️\" width=\"15\"\u003e You prefer a warm, musical, fatigue-free sound that still delivers detail and speed — not an overly clinical or analytical presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2714.svg\" alt=\"✔️\" width=\"15\"\u003e You listen in a quiet environment (home office, listening room, studio) where the open-back design can shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2714.svg\" alt=\"✔️\" width=\"15\"\u003e You value handcrafted quality and unique aesthetics — every pair features one-of-a-kind walnut wood grain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2714.svg\" alt=\"✔️\" width=\"15\"\u003e You’re a Grado fan looking for a wood-housed Signature model, or you’re stepping up from a Grado Prestige or Statement Series headphone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrado Signature S550 headphone with Brazilian Walnut housings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrado Signature Silver detachable cable (3.5mm termination)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6.3mm (1\/4”) adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eB cushion earpads (installed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: Packaging contents are based on Grado’s published information. If you need to verify whether additional accessories are included, give us a call.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat the Press Is Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGear Patrol\u003c\/strong\u003e — March 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGear Patrol highlighted that the S550 uses the same 50mm S2 dynamic driver as the $1,695 Signature S750 but is tuned specifically for its walnut enclosure, resulting in a warmer and more forgiving character. They noted it represents by far the most affordable entry into Grado’s Signature series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/strong\u003e — Harry McKerrell, March 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat Hi-Fi? reported that the S550 joins the existing Signature S950 and flagship HP100 SE in Grado’s premium line. They noted that Grado aims for a more relaxed presentation while preserving the speed and immediacy found in the brand’s five-star-rated SR325x and GS3000x models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eecoustics\u003c\/strong\u003e — March 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eecoustics observed that the S550 represents a meaningful shift in voicing for Grado — easing back from the brand’s traditionally forward presentation to introduce added warmth and a smoother top end. They also noted that with 38-ohm impedance and high sensitivity, the S550 should pair comfortably with portable players and desktop amplifiers alike, though it will likely benefit from a clean, capable source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoundGuys\u003c\/strong\u003e — March 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoundGuys emphasized the value proposition: the S550 houses the same driver system as the S750 with refreshed tuning, at nearly half the price. They called it a significant development for listeners wanting Grado’s Signature-level build and sound at a more approachable cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe S550 sounds great straight out of the box with a 3.5mm connection, but a quality headphone amplifier or DAC will help it reach its full potential. Here are some companions to consider:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone Amplifiers:\u003c\/strong\u003e A dedicated headphone amp will give the S550 more dynamic headroom and tighter bass control. Browse our \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/headphones\/headphone-amplifiers\/\"\u003eHeadphone Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDACs (Digital-to-Analog Converters):\u003c\/strong\u003e If you’re streaming from a computer or phone, an external DAC will dramatically improve sound quality over your device’s built-in audio. Check out our \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/digital-audio\/digital-to-analog-converters\/\"\u003eDigital-to-Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone Cables:\u003c\/strong\u003e The S550’s detachable 4-pin mini XLR system lets you upgrade or swap cables. Explore our \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/headphones\/headphone-cables\/\"\u003eHeadphone Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone Stands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Show off that walnut wood grain when you’re not listening. See our \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/headphones\/headphone-stands\/\"\u003eHeadphone Stands\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSound \u0026amp; Driver\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e50mm S2 Dynamic Driver\u003c\/strong\u003e — Grado’s latest driver platform, tuned specifically for the S550’s walnut enclosure. According to Grado, this pairing delivers a warm, detailed, and spatially open presentation with precise imaging and natural dynamics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpen-Air Design\u003c\/strong\u003e — The open-back architecture lets air flow freely through the earcups, creating a wider, more natural soundstage. Music sounds more expansive and three-dimensional compared to closed-back designs. Best for quiet listening environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtended Frequency Response (6 Hz – 44 kHz)\u003c\/strong\u003e — The S550 reaches well below and above the range of human hearing, ensuring that low bass notes and high-frequency overtones are reproduced accurately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Build\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrazilian Walnut Housings\u003c\/strong\u003e — Each earcup is individually crafted from Brazilian Walnut, a wood valued for its tonal qualities and structural stability. Natural grain variations make every pair one of a kind. The walnut is sustainably sourced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSignature Headband Assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e — A leather headband with an integrated flexible metal support allows you to gently shape the fit over time. Engraved metal gimbals, stainless-steel height rods, reinforced junction blocks, and controlled housing rotation ensure durability and long-term comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight at 335g\u003c\/strong\u003e — Without the cable, the S550 weighs just 335 grams (about 11.8 oz), making it comfortable for extended listening sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCable \u0026amp; Connectivity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetachable Cable System\u003c\/strong\u003e — 4-pin balanced mini XLR connectors at each earcup let you swap, replace, or upgrade cables as needed. Compatible with Grado’s growing ecosystem of aftermarket cables, including balanced options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSignature Silver Cable Included\u003c\/strong\u003e — Grado’s latest cable design is lighter, softer, and more flexible than previous generations. Terminates in a 3.5mm mini plug with an included 6.3mm adapter for broad equipment compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eComfort \u0026amp; Customization\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB Cushion Earpads\u003c\/strong\u003e — Ships with Grado’s B cushions, designed to sit flatter on the ear for more even pressure distribution. Compatible with Grado’s full cushion lineup (S, F, L, G cushions) so you can adjust fit and sound to your preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick-Reference Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eAudio Performance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTransducer Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDynamic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Principle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOpen Air\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDriver Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 mm (S2 dynamic driver)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 Hz – 44 kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTHD (Total Harmonic Distortion)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt;0.2% @ 100 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSPL (1 mW)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e112 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNominal Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e38 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDriver Matching\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.05 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Build\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHousing Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrazilian Walnut (individually crafted)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeadband\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeather with integrated flexible metal support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight (without cable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e335 g (11.8 oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEarpad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eB Cushion (compatible with S, F, L, G cushions)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eCable \u0026amp; Connectivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSignature Silver, detachable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeadphone Connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-pin Balanced Mini XLR (each earcup)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSource Connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.5mm mini plug (6.3mm adapter included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-faq gsbp-ab3b28d\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does “open-back” mean, and is it right for me?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen-back headphones allow air and sound to pass through the earcups, creating a wider, more natural soundstage that makes music feel spacious and three-dimensional. The trade-off is that sound leaks in both directions — people nearby can hear your music, and you’ll hear ambient noise. Open-back headphones are best for quiet home listening, dedicated listening rooms, or studios. If you need isolation for commuting or noisy environments, a closed-back headphone would be a better fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the S550 compare to the Signature S750?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth use Grado’s 50mm S2 dynamic driver, but the S550’s driver is tuned specifically for its Brazilian Walnut housing, while the S750 uses an aluminum enclosure. According to Grado, the S550 delivers a warmer, more forgiving presentation, while the S750 leans slightly more forward and precise. The S750 ($1,695) also has a different aesthetic with its all-metal construction. The S550 ($995) is the most affordable way into Grado’s Signature Line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a headphone amplifier to drive the S550?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe S550 has a 38-ohm impedance and 112 dB sensitivity, which means it’s relatively easy to drive. You can plug it directly into a phone, laptop, or portable player and get enjoyable sound. That said, a quality headphone amplifier or DAC\/amp combo will give the S550 more dynamic headroom, tighter bass, and better overall refinement. If you’re investing at this level, a dedicated source is well worth considering. Give us a call at 800-942-0220 and we’ll help you find a great pairing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use a balanced cable with the S550?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 4-pin balanced mini XLR connectors at each earcup support balanced cables. The S550 ships with a single-ended 3.5mm cable, but Grado offers optional balanced cables (with 4-pin XLR or 4.4mm Pentaconn terminations) as separate accessories. This is one of the advantages of the detachable cable system — you can match the cable to your amplifier’s output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I swap the earpads to change the sound or comfort?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. The S550 ships with Grado’s B cushions, which provide a balanced combination of comfort and sound. It’s also compatible with Grado’s S, F, L, and G cushion styles. Each cushion subtly influences both fit and sonic presentation — for example, larger cushions like the G pads can widen the soundstage, while smaller cushions bring the drivers closer for a more intimate sound. Experimenting with cushions is one of the fun aspects of owning a Grado.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs every pair really unique?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Because the housings are crafted from real Brazilian Walnut, natural variations in wood grain mean no two pairs look exactly the same. This is a feature, not a flaw — it’s part of what makes each Grado a handcrafted, individual piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere are these headphones made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Signature S550 is hand-assembled at Grado Labs in Brooklyn, New York. Grado has been building headphones in Brooklyn since the early 1990s, and the company traces its roots back to 1953 when founder Joseph Grado started making phono cartridges on a kitchen table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat if I’m not sure the S550 is right for me?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAudio Advisor offers a 60-day money-back guarantee. Take your time, listen to your favorite music, and make sure the S550 is the right headphone for you. If it’s not, return it hassle-free. And if you have questions before buying, our team is here to help at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-titlebox-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f3b5.svg\" alt=\"music note emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003e40+ Years of Expertise\u003c\/strong\u003e — Since 1981, we’ve helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f504.svg\" alt=\"repeat emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it’s right for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f4de.svg\" alt=\"phone emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003eReal Experts, Real Help\u003c\/strong\u003e — Our team is here to answer your questions at \u003ca href=\"tel:8009420220\"\u003e800-942-0220\u003c\/a\u003e, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f69a.svg\" alt=\"truck emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f4b3.svg\" alt=\"credit card emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Payment Options\u003c\/strong\u003e — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to learn more about choosing the right headphones for your setup? 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The eight inches of cable eliminates added leverage on the output circuit board of the source. The mini adaptor cable is constructed of the same high quality wire as their headphone cable. 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Hand-built in Brooklyn, it makes mono pressings sound quieter, cleaner, and more alive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eFor collectors building a serious mono front end, this is a wonderfully musical place to start stepping up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-a-dedicated-mono-cartridge\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Dedicated Mono Cartridge?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eMono records carry music in the groove’s side-to-side motion only. A true mono cartridge reads exactly that—so the surface noise, wear, and vertical artifacts a stereo cartridge picks up simply disappear. As Grado puts it, a mono cartridge makes your records quieter and more musical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003ePhase anomalies vanish, the center image locks in, and no mono switch is needed—both channels carry the identical signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"true-mono-generator-with-6n-copper-coils\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eTrue Mono Generator with 6N Copper Coils\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eGrado doesn’t simply bridge a stereo cartridge. The Platinum4 Mono uses a revised version of Joseph Grado’s patented flux-bridger moving iron generator—wound with ultra-high-purity 6N OCC copper—engineered for mono operation while keeping the same ultra-low moving mass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X1c1477d9800d2ec8f691143cfff12e737754378\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHand-Carved Mediterranean Olive Wood Body\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eDense, fine-grained olive wood damps and tunes vibrational energy naturally, giving mono pressings a warm, controlled, spacious presentation with the organic character only tonewood delivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"high-output-hand-built-in-brooklyn\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHigh Output, Hand-Built in Brooklyn\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eWith 4.0mV of output, the Platinum4 Mono works with any standard MM phono input. Each one is built to order and hand-assembled at Grado’s family-owned Brooklyn factory, est. 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"building-your-system\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Platinum4 Mono suits any quality turntable with a standard MM phono input. Many collectors keep it mounted on a second headshell or tonearm, switching to it whenever a mono pressing hits the platter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003ePlease note: mono versions are built to order by Grado—allow additional lead time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features-specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eTrue Mono Moving Iron Generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReads only the mono groove for quieter, more musical playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Carved Mediterranean Olive Wood Body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDense, fine-grained tonewood for warm, controlled, spacious sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e6N OCC Copper Coils\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHigher-purity windings for lower noise and finer detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHigh-Output Design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4.0mV works with any standard MM phono input—no mono switch needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWood Cartridge Upgrade Program\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTrade in any Grado wood cartridge toward a new one—regardless of condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, USA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBuilt to order at Grado’s family-owned factory, est. 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eType: Mono Moving Iron (MI)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eStylus: Elliptical Diamond\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCantilever: Aluminum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBody: Hand-Carved Mediterranean Olive Wood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutput: 4.0mV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eLoad Impedance: 10k–47k ohms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eTracking Force: 1.6–1.9 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eWeight: 9.4 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"frequently-asked-questions\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDo I need a mono switch or special phono preamp?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The 4.0mV output works with any standard MM phono input, and both channels carry the identical mono signal—no switch required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eCan I play stereo records with it?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe mono version is purpose-built for mono pressings. For stereo records, use the stereo Platinum4—many collectors keep one of each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does it compare to the Opus4 Mono?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Platinum4 Mono upgrades to a Mediterranean olive wood body and higher-purity 6N copper coils, delivering greater refinement and lower noise from your mono pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWho is the Platinum4 Mono designed for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s ideal for mono collectors who want a clear step up in wood-body refinement without a big jump in price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-audio-advisor\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; 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line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"what-you-need-to-know\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"Xa47e4ea8112b9280cffa6693e887e168aa2d6d4\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eYour Entry into Grado’s Legendary Wood-Body Sound\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Grado Timbre Opus4 Moving Iron Phono Cartridge is the most affordable way to experience what Grado’s wood-bodied cartridges are famous for: rich, organic, deeply musical sound that draws you into your records. Hand-built in Brooklyn, the Opus4 pairs a hand-carved American maple body with Grado’s patented moving iron generator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eOnce you’ve heard music through tonewood, it’s hard to go back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"hand-carved-american-maple-body\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHand-Carved American Maple Body\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eLike a fine instrument, the Opus4’s body is carved from American maple, a tonewood prized for its warm, balanced resonance character. The wood housing damps and tunes vibrational energy naturally, giving the Opus4 a relaxed, full-bodied presentation that plastic-bodied cartridges simply can’t match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eThe 4 Series body is also reshaped for better cantilever visibility, making precise alignment easier than ever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"flux-bridger-moving-iron-generator\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFlux-Bridger Moving Iron Generator\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eJoseph Grado’s patented flux-bridger design keeps the coils fixed while an ultra-low-mass iron element moves in the magnetic field—delivering moving coil speed and detail with none of the fragility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eNew for the 4 Series: an ultra-pure OCC copper signal path, cryogenic component treatment, and added internal damping for a quieter, more transparent presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X1d391cda695c68be8379dd6aa20a3af0edc51df\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eThree Versions: High Output, Low Output, and Mono\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Opus4 comes in three versions: High Output (4.0mV), Low Output (1.0mV), and Mono. High Output works with any standard MM phono input; Low Output rewards higher-gain phono stages with even lower moving mass and finer detail; and the Mono version is purpose-built for dedicated mono record collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"hand-built-in-brooklyn-new-york\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, New York\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eEvery Timbre Series cartridge is assembled and tested by hand at Grado Labs in Brooklyn, where the Grado family has been building cartridges since 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"building-your-system\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Opus4 suits quality turntables with medium-mass tonearms. Choose high output for any MM phono input, or low output if your phono stage offers extra gain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eWhen the stylus eventually wears, Grado’s Wood Cartridge Upgrade Program lets you trade in any Grado wood cartridge toward a new one—protecting your investment for the long run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features-specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Carved American Maple Body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNatural tonewood damping for rich, organic, full-bodied sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eFlux-Bridger Moving Iron Generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMoving coil speed and detail without the fragility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eOCC Copper Signal Path with Cryogenic Treatment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNew 4 Series internals for a quieter, more transparent presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eThree Available Versions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHigh Output (4.0mV), Low Output (1.0mV), or Mono for mono record collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWood Cartridge Upgrade Program\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTrade in any Grado wood cartridge toward a new one—regardless of condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, USA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAssembled and tested at Grado’s family-owned factory, est. 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eType: Moving Iron (MI)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eStylus: Elliptical Diamond\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCantilever: Aluminum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBody: Hand-Carved American Maple\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutput: 4.0mV (High Output) or 1.0mV (Low Output)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eVersions: High Output, Low Output, Mono\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eLoad Impedance: 10k–47k ohms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eTracking Force: 1.6–1.9 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eWeight: 8.3 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"frequently-asked-questions\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDo I need a special phono preamp?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe high-output version (4.0mV) works with any standard MM phono input. The low-output version (1.0mV) needs a phono stage with added gain—but unlike moving coils, it still loads at standard 10k–47k ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does the Opus4 compare to the Prestige Gold4?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Opus4 steps up to a hand-carved maple wood body for a richer, more organic tonal character, along with a lower-mass low-output option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does it compare to the Platinum4?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Platinum4 upgrades to a Mediterranean olive wood body and higher-purity 6N copper coils for greater refinement and resolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWho is the Opus4 designed for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s ideal for vinyl enthusiasts ready to experience Grado’s celebrated wood-body sound at its most accessible price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; 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With the Gold3, a machined turned generator is used to achieve a lower distortion and greater transparency. The Gold3 cartridged are hand selected from Silver3 production runs which meet higher test specifications. Approximately 5% of the run usually exhibits these specs and become a Gold3.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eGrado's OTL, or optimized transmission line, technology provides an ideal transfer of signal from the surface of the LP to the generator of the system. This technology rejects unwanted resonances and lowers distortion preserving the fundamental and harmonic frequencies of the music. 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With the recent development of the highly received Lineage Series of cartridges, Grado was able to have a trickle down of technology and bring a new technique to the Gold3.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLatest Prestige 3-Series Updates\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThis updated series of cartridges offers excellent tonal balance, dynamics, and realism, for a most rewarding reproduction of vocals and instruments. Grado's coil winding techniques, using ultra high purity copper wire which were honed during the development of the Lineage Series, have let the electrical circuits achieve unison between the four coils in each phono cartridge. This allows for a precise balance between channels and accurate stereo imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Very Smooth and Natural\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Bass range is firm, tuneful, and composed, midrange even balanced, and detailed, all instruments and voices are emerging from a wide, stable, and deep soundstage, with emphasis on inner detail resolution and naturalness at the same time,\" notes Danko Šuvar, \u003cem\u003eenjoythemusic.com\u003c\/em\u003e, November 2020.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Vocals have good projection and sound very smooth and natural. Gold3 is an even better tracker then Gold2, despite bonded stylus there is no noticeable penalty in the tracking of transients.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePowered by a Twin Magnet System\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAs in all Grado phono cartridges, the Gold3 is powered by a twin magnet system that optimizes the balance between stereo channels. All internal magnetic circuit parts are held to extremely high tolerances creating the desired stereo imaging. Grado's patented Flux-Bridger design allows the Gold3 to have one of the lowest effective moving mass generating systems while creating an excellent balance throughout the full frequency range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe development of the Epoch in the Lineage Series gave Grado an in-depth experience with using an outer housing as a damping device. This led to the creation of a process which de-stresses the chassis and dissipates unwanted energy and resonant frequencies, allowing the desired signal to travel freely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Delivers the Warm Sound of Vinyl\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"The Grado Prestige Gold has a special sound that will be highly appealing to some listeners. 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By absorbing them naturally, the Opus4 keeps the signal cleaner than a plastic-bodied cartridge at a similar price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAmerican Maple Wood Body\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Opus4 body is machined from American Maple wood. Grado selected Maple for its density and resonance characteristics — it’s stiff enough to resist flex and vibration, while its natural grain structure helps damp the micro-vibrations generated during playback. The housing geometry has been updated in the Opus4 generation to improve cantilever visibility during setup, making alignment more accurate and accessible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e5N OCC Copper Signal Path with Cryogenic Treatment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside the Opus4, the internal coil wire is made from \u003cstrong\u003e5N OCC copper\u003c\/strong\u003e — copper refined to 99.999% purity using the Ohno Continuous Casting process. This reduces the grain boundaries in the wire that can introduce subtle distortions. Each Opus4 undergoes \u003cstrong\u003ecryogenic treatment\u003c\/strong\u003e and internal damping, further stabilizing the materials and reducing unwanted resonance before the cartridge leaves Brooklyn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHigh Output — 4.0mV — Plug-and-Play With Any MM Phono Stage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Opus4 High Output produces \u003cstrong\u003e4.0mV\u003c\/strong\u003e at standard test conditions. This is within the normal range for a moving magnet cartridge, so it works directly with any phono stage that has a standard MM input — including the built-in phono stages found in many integrated amplifiers and receivers. No step-up transformer, no special gain settings. You just connect it and play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you already have a phono stage and you’re not sure whether it has a MM input, look for an input labeled “PHONO” on your amplifier or a dedicated phono stage. If it says “MM,” you’re all set. If you’re not sure, call us — we’re happy to check.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMade in Brooklyn, by Hand\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrado Labs has made phono cartridges in Brooklyn, New York since 1953. The company is still family-owned, now in its third generation. Every Timbre Series cartridge is hand-built at their Brooklyn facility. Grado also supports existing customers through their \u003cstrong\u003eWood Cartridge Upgrade Program\u003c\/strong\u003e, which allows owners of Grado wood body cartridges to move to a new model at a reduced cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION 3J: PROFESSIONAL REVIEWS --\u003e\u003c!-- SECTION 3E: PAIRS WELL WITH --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilding Your System? Here Are Some Great Companions.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhono Preamplifier.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Opus4 High Output works with any standard MM phono input, including built-in phono stages. If your amplifier doesn’t have one, we carry compact, affordable options. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/turntables\/phono-preamplifiers\/\"\u003eBrowse our Phono Preamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurntable.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Opus4 mounts on any standard ½” headshell and suits a wide range of tonearms. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/turntables\/turntables\/\"\u003eBrowse our Turntables\u003c\/a\u003e. Grado cartridges are known to work especially well on VPI and Clearaudio tables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecord Cleaning.\u003c\/strong\u003e A clean record protects your stylus and lets the Opus4 do its best work. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/turntables\/record-cleaning-machines\/\"\u003eBrowse Record Cleaning Machines\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/turntables\/record-cleaning-solutions\/\"\u003eRecord Cleaning Solutions\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStylus Force Gauge \u0026amp; Alignment Tools.\u003c\/strong\u003e Proper cartridge setup rewards you with better sound and longer stylus life. \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/turntables\/turntable-accessories\/\"\u003eBrowse Turntable Accessories\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION 3F: FEATURES \u0026 SPECIFICATIONS — BENEFIT-DRIVEN --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMoving Iron \/ Flux-Bridge Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrado’s Flux-Bridge keeps both magnets and coils fixed in the body. Only a tiny iron element at the cantilever tip moves. Low moving mass means the stylus tracks the groove quickly and accurately, with less mechanical stress on the record and the stylus itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAmerican Maple Wood Body\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaple wood damps the mechanical resonances that build up inside a cartridge during play, keeping the signal cleaner than a plastic body at a similar price. The updated housing geometry in the Opus4 generation also improves cantilever visibility for easier, more precise alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBonded Elliptical Diamond on Aluminum Cantilever\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn elliptical stylus makes better contact with the groove walls than a basic spherical tip, tracking more accurately and extracting more detail at the same downforce. The aluminum cantilever is matched to the compliance and mass requirements of the Flux-Bridge generator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e5N OCC Copper Coils with Cryogenic Treatment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUltra-high purity 5N OCC copper in the signal path reduces grain-boundary distortions. Cryogenic treatment of the finished cartridge stabilizes internal materials and reduces unwanted resonance, preserving signal integrity from groove to output pin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHigh Output — 4.0mV — Works With Any MM Input\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 4.0mV, the Opus4 High Output plugs directly into any standard MM phono input — no special gain settings, no step-up transformer. It loads at the standard 10k–47k ohm range. It is also non-sensitive to capacitive loading, so cable capacitance matching is not a concern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Moving iron (Grado Flux-Bridge)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeries: Timbre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody: American Maple wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCantilever: Aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus: Bonded elliptical diamond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput: 4.0mV @ 5 CMV (45 degrees) — high output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 10 Hz–60 kHz (controlled)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChannel separation: Average 30 dB (10–30 kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput load: 10k–47k ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInductance: 55mH (high output)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDC resistance: 660 ohms (high output)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCartridge weight: 8.3g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTracking force: 1.6–1.9g (recommended)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompliance: 20 μm\/mN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting: Standard ½”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal wire: 5N OCC copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreatment: Cryogenic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-sensitive to capacitive loading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in USA (Brooklyn, NY)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION 3G: FAQ --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-faq gsbp-ab3b28d\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Opus4 High Output work with my phono stage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your phono stage or amplifier has a standard MM input, yes — the Opus4 High Output is plug-and-play. It produces 4.0mV and loads at 10k–47k ohms, which is the standard MM range. It also works with MC-capable phono stages set to MM loading. If you’re not sure about your setup, call us at \u003ca href=\"tel:+18009420220\"\u003e800-942-0220\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s the difference between the High Output and Low Output versions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe High Output (4.0mV) works with any standard MM phono input — no special requirements. The Low Output (1.0mV) needs a phono stage that can provide MC-level gain (~58–60 dB) while loading at standard MM impedance (10k–47k ohms). Both versions use the same body, cantilever, and diamond — only the coil winding differs. For most people, the High Output is the easier, more versatile choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a moving magnet cartridge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot exactly. It’s a moving iron cartridge, which is its own category. Grado calls their design the Flux-Bridge. Like a moving magnet, it produces high output and loads at standard MM impedance. Unlike a moving magnet, it keeps both the magnets and coils fixed — only a tiny iron element at the cantilever moves. This reduces moving mass and can improve tracking accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere is the Opus4 made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy hand, in Brooklyn, New York. Grado Labs has been making cartridges there since 1953. The company is still family-owned, now in its third generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat turntables and tonearms does it work with?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Opus4 mounts on any standard ½” headshell and suits a wide range of tonearms. At 8.3g and 20 μm\/mN compliance, it pairs well with low to medium-mass tonearms. Grado cartridges are widely noted to work especially well on VPI and Clearaudio turntables. Have a specific tonearm you’re wondering about? Call us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the Grado Wood Cartridge Upgrade Program?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrado offers a program that lets owners of Grado wood body cartridges move to a new or higher model at a reduced cost. If you’re already a Grado wood cartridge owner and want to upgrade, ask us about your eligibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION 3H: WHAT'S IN THE BOX --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrado Timbre Opus4 phono cartridge — high output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylus guard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware (screws and nuts)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SECTION 3K: WHY BUY FROM AUDIO ADVISOR --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-titlebox-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f3b5.svg\" alt=\"music note emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003e40+ Years of Expertise\u003c\/strong\u003e — Since 1981, we’ve helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f504.svg\" alt=\"repeat emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — Take your time. 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Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eAudio Advisor Learning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides on cartridge types, phono stage setup, and how to get the most from your vinyl system.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grado Labs","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":46088367636653,"sku":"NEW-GROPUS4-HI","price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":46088367669421,"sku":"DEMO-GROPUS4-HI","price":249.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/GROPUS4_01_angle_2026__32660.1776437715.1280.1280_ee5f56d5-c552-4413-8f88-c528e60049e8.jpg?v=1781113158"},{"product_id":"grado-timbre-platinum4-phono-cartridge-high-output","title":"Grado Timbre Platinum4 Phono Cartridge - High Output","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X8f9c19235bb175816e1212cbb367e3e4205cf96\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eGrado Timbre Platinum4 Moving Iron Phono Cartridge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"what-you-need-to-know\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"olive-wood-warmth-refined-brooklyn-craft\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eOlive Wood Warmth, Refined Brooklyn Craft\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Grado Timbre Platinum4 Moving Iron Phono Cartridge steps deeper into Grado’s celebrated wood-body sound. Hand-built in Brooklyn, the Platinum4 pairs a hand-carved Mediterranean olive wood body with higher-purity 6N OCC copper coils, delivering a smoother, more resolved presentation than the entry Opus4.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eIt’s the point in the Timbre line where refinement starts to rival cartridges costing much more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X1c1477d9800d2ec8f691143cfff12e737754378\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHand-Carved Mediterranean Olive Wood Body\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eOlive wood is denser and finer-grained than maple, and Grado selects it for the Platinum4’s naturally warm yet more controlled resonance character. Like a fine instrument, the body damps and tunes vibrational energy for a rich, spacious, wonderfully organic sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eThe 4 Series body is reshaped for better cantilever visibility, making precise alignment easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"higher-purity-6n-copper-coils\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHigher-Purity 6N Copper Coils\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Platinum4’s generator is wound with ultra-high-purity 6N OCC copper—a step above the Opus4—paired with a cryogenically treated, internally damped signal path. The result is lower noise, finer low-level detail, and cleaner separation between instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"flux-bridger-moving-iron-generator\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFlux-Bridger Moving Iron Generator\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eJoseph Grado’s patented flux-bridger design keeps the coils fixed while an ultra-low-mass iron element moves in the magnetic field—delivering moving coil speed and detail with none of the fragility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X1d391cda695c68be8379dd6aa20a3af0edc51df\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eThree Versions: High Output, Low Output, and Mono\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Platinum4 comes in three versions: High Output (4.0mV), Low Output (1.0mV), and Mono. High Output works with any standard MM phono input; Low Output rewards higher-gain phono stages with even lower moving mass and finer detail; and the Mono version is purpose-built for dedicated mono record collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"hand-built-in-brooklyn-new-york\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, New York\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eEvery Timbre Series cartridge is assembled and tested by hand at Grado Labs in Brooklyn, where the Grado family has been building cartridges since 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"building-your-system\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Platinum4 suits quality turntables with medium-mass tonearms. Choose high output for any MM phono input, or low output if your phono stage offers extra gain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eWhen the stylus eventually wears, Grado’s Wood Cartridge Upgrade Program lets you trade in any Grado wood cartridge toward a new one—protecting your investment for the long run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features-specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Carved Mediterranean Olive Wood Body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDense, fine-grained tonewood for warm, controlled, spacious sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e6N OCC Copper Coils\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHigher-purity windings for lower noise and finer detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eFlux-Bridger Moving Iron Generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMoving coil speed and detail without the fragility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eThree Available Versions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHigh Output (4.0mV), Low Output (1.0mV), or Mono for mono record collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWood Cartridge Upgrade Program\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTrade in any Grado wood cartridge toward a new one—regardless of condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, USA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAssembled and tested at Grado’s family-owned factory, est. 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eType: Moving Iron (MI)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eStylus: Elliptical Diamond\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCantilever: Aluminum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBody: Hand-Carved Mediterranean Olive Wood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutput: 4.0mV (High Output) or 1.0mV (Low Output)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eVersions: High Output, Low Output, Mono\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eLoad Impedance: 10k–47k ohms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eTracking Force: 1.6–1.9 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eWeight: 9.4 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"frequently-asked-questions\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDo I need a special phono preamp?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe high-output version (4.0mV) works with any standard MM phono input. The low-output version (1.0mV) needs a phono stage with added gain—but unlike moving coils, it still loads at standard 10k–47k ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does the Platinum4 compare to the Opus4?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Platinum4 upgrades to a Mediterranean olive wood body and higher-purity 6N copper coils, delivering greater refinement, lower noise, and finer detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does it compare to the Sonata4?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Sonata4 steps up to a nude elliptical stylus on an upgraded cantilever, eliminating the bonded joint for faster transients and cleaner high frequencies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWho is the Platinum4 designed for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s ideal for listeners who love the wood-body Grado sound and want a clear step up in refinement without a big jump in price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-audio-advisor\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e40+ Years of Expertise – Helping music lovers build better systems since 1981.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; 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line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"what-you-need-to-know\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X8891dc43970b969db04a4769a66c51132020faf\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eThe Nude Stylus Meets Dedicated Mono Playback\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Grado Timbre Sonata4 Mono Moving Iron Phono Cartridge brings the stereo Sonata4’s biggest advantage—a nude elliptical diamond on a specially designed cantilever—to purpose-built mono playback. Hand-built in Brooklyn with a hand-carved Mediterranean olive wood body, it retrieves detail from mono grooves that lesser cartridges leave behind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eFor serious mono collectors, this is the step where resolution takes off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-a-dedicated-mono-cartridge\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy a Dedicated Mono Cartridge?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eMono records carry music in the groove’s side-to-side motion only. A true mono cartridge reads exactly that—so the surface noise, wear, and vertical artifacts a stereo cartridge picks up simply disappear. As Grado puts it, a mono cartridge makes your records quieter and more musical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003ePhase anomalies vanish, the center image locks in, and no mono switch is needed—both channels carry the identical signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"Xa5f41b41ea1003252e242307752515ff84cc129\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNude Elliptical Diamond on an Upgraded Cantilever\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Sonata4 Mono’s nude elliptical is cut from a single piece of diamond—no metal shank, no glue joint, far less tip mass. Mounted to a specially designed aluminum cantilever, it responds to the groove faster and more faithfully, pulling clean transients and fine texture from vintage mono pressings and modern reissues alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"true-mono-generator-with-6n-copper-coils\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eTrue Mono Generator with 6N Copper Coils\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eGrado doesn’t simply bridge a stereo cartridge. The Sonata4 Mono uses a revised version of Joseph Grado’s patented flux-bridger generator—wound with ultra-high-purity 6N OCC copper—engineered for mono operation while keeping the same ultra-low moving mass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"high-output-hand-built-in-brooklyn\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHigh Output, Hand-Built in Brooklyn\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eWith 4.0mV of output, the Sonata4 Mono works with any standard MM phono input. Each one is built to order and hand-assembled at Grado’s family-owned Brooklyn factory, est. 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"building-your-system\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Sonata4 Mono rewards quality turntables with medium-mass tonearms. Many collectors keep it mounted on a second headshell or tonearm, switching to it whenever a mono pressing hits the platter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003ePlease note: mono versions are built to order by Grado—allow additional lead time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features-specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eTrue Mono Moving Iron Generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReads only the mono groove for quieter, more musical playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eNude Elliptical Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSingle-piece diamond with far less tip mass for faster, cleaner sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Carved Mediterranean Olive Wood Body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNatural tonewood damping for warm, dimensional, organic sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHigh-Output Design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4.0mV works with any standard MM phono input—no mono switch needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWood Cartridge Upgrade Program\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTrade in any Grado wood cartridge toward a new one—regardless of condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, USA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBuilt to order at Grado’s family-owned factory, est. 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eType: Mono Moving Iron (MI)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eStylus: Nude Elliptical Diamond\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCantilever: Specially Designed Aluminum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBody: Hand-Carved Mediterranean Olive Wood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutput: 4.0mV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eLoad Impedance: 10k–47k ohms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eTracking Force: 1.6–1.9 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eWeight: 9.4 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"frequently-asked-questions\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDo I need a mono switch or special phono preamp?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The 4.0mV output works with any standard MM phono input, and both channels carry the identical mono signal—no switch required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eCan I play stereo records with it?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe mono version is purpose-built for mono pressings. For stereo records, use the stereo Sonata4—many collectors keep one of each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does it compare to the Platinum4 Mono?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Sonata4 Mono upgrades to a nude elliptical stylus on a specially designed cantilever—the biggest sonic step in the lower Timbre range, with faster transients and finer detail from your mono grooves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWho is the Sonata4 Mono designed for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s ideal for dedicated mono collectors who want true audiophile-grade resolution from original pressings and mono reissue series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-audio-advisor\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; 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line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"what-you-need-to-know\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"the-summit-of-grados-timbre-series\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eThe Summit of Grado’s Timbre Series\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Grado Timbre Reference4 Moving Iron Phono Cartridge is the flagship of the Timbre line—and the first Timbre cartridge ever to wear a nude Shibata stylus. Hand-built in Brooklyn with a hand-carved American osage body and machined boron cantilever, the Reference4 delivers resolution, dimensionality, and tonal beauty that challenge cartridges at twice the price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eIf you want Grado’s celebrated wood-body sound at its most complete, this is it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"Xb0d12f929873a313496b66fba9f14c3afaf31db\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNude Shibata Stylus: The Biggest Upgrade in the Line\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eNew for the 4 Series, the Reference4’s nude Shibata diamond contacts far more of the groove wall than an elliptical profile. It retrieves detail an elliptical simply can’t reach—especially on inner grooves—while reducing distortion and record wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eYou’ll hear more air around instruments, more natural vocal texture, and composed, articulate playback to the very last track.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"machined-boron-cantilever\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eMachined Boron Cantilever\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eBoron’s extreme stiffness-to-weight ratio lets the Shibata respond instantly to the groove. Paired with Grado’s ultra-low-mass moving iron element, the Reference4 delivers startling transient speed with a completely natural, unforced character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"hand-carved-american-osage-body\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHand-Carved American Osage Body\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eDense American osage tonewood damps and tunes resonance naturally, giving the Reference4 its big, warm, three-dimensional soundstage. The reshaped 4 Series housing improves cantilever visibility for precise alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"flux-bridger-generator-with-6n-copper\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFlux-Bridger Generator with 6N Copper\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eJoseph Grado’s patented flux-bridger design pairs fixed coils—wound with ultra-high-purity 6N OCC copper—with cryogenic component treatment and internal damping for exceptional transparency and a silent background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X1d391cda695c68be8379dd6aa20a3af0edc51df\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eThree Versions: High Output, Low Output, and Mono\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Reference4 comes in three versions: High Output (4.0mV), Low Output (1.0mV), and Mono. High Output works with any standard MM phono input; Low Output rewards higher-gain phono stages with even lower moving mass and finer detail; and the Mono version is purpose-built for dedicated mono record collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"building-your-system\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Reference4 belongs on a serious turntable with a quality medium-mass tonearm and a transparent phono stage that will let its resolution shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eWhen the stylus eventually wears, Grado’s Wood Cartridge Upgrade Program lets you trade in any Grado wood cartridge toward a new one—so your investment is protected for the long run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features-specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eNude Shibata Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExtended groove contact retrieves exceptional detail with lower distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eMachined Boron Cantilever\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExtreme stiffness and low mass for instant transient response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Carved American Osage Body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDense tonewood for a big, warm, three-dimensional soundstage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eFlux-Bridger Generator with 6N OCC Copper Coils\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMoving coil speed and transparency without the fragility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eThree Available Versions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHigh Output (4.0mV), Low Output (1.0mV), or Mono for mono record collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, USA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAssembled and tested at Grado’s family-owned factory, est. 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eType: Moving Iron (MI)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eStylus: Nude Shibata Diamond\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCantilever: Machined Boron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBody: Hand-Carved American Osage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutput: 4.0mV (High Output) or 1.0mV (Low Output)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eVersions: High Output, Low Output, Mono\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eLoad Impedance: 10k–47k ohms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eTracking Force: 1.6–1.9 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eWeight: 9.6 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"frequently-asked-questions\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDo I need a special phono preamp?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe high-output version (4.0mV) works with any standard MM phono input. The low-output version (1.0mV) needs a phono stage with added gain—but unlike moving coils, it still loads at standard 10k–47k ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does the Reference4 compare to the Master4?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe two share the same body, cantilever, and generator—the Reference4’s nude Shibata stylus is the difference, retrieving audibly more detail with lower distortion and better inner-groove tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does it compare to the Lineage Statement4?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Statement4 moves up to Grado’s flagship Lineage platform: a Brazilian ebony body and 7N OCC copper coils, hand-assembled to the tightest tolerances Grado produces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWho is the Reference4 designed for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s ideal for serious vinyl enthusiasts who want flagship-level wood-body performance without crossing into flagship pricing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"why-audio-advisor\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e40+ Years of Expertise – Helping music lovers build better systems since 1981.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; 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line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"what-you-need-to-know\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"olive-wood-warmth-refined-brooklyn-craft\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eOlive Wood Warmth, Refined Brooklyn Craft\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Grado Timbre Platinum4 Moving Iron Phono Cartridge steps deeper into Grado’s celebrated wood-body sound. Hand-built in Brooklyn, the Platinum4 pairs a hand-carved Mediterranean olive wood body with higher-purity 6N OCC copper coils, delivering a smoother, more resolved presentation than the entry Opus4.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eIt’s the point in the Timbre line where refinement starts to rival cartridges costing much more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X1c1477d9800d2ec8f691143cfff12e737754378\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHand-Carved Mediterranean Olive Wood Body\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eOlive wood is denser and finer-grained than maple, and Grado selects it for the Platinum4’s naturally warm yet more controlled resonance character. Like a fine instrument, the body damps and tunes vibrational energy for a rich, spacious, wonderfully organic sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eThe 4 Series body is reshaped for better cantilever visibility, making precise alignment easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"higher-purity-6n-copper-coils\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHigher-Purity 6N Copper Coils\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Platinum4’s generator is wound with ultra-high-purity 6N OCC copper—a step above the Opus4—paired with a cryogenically treated, internally damped signal path. The result is lower noise, finer low-level detail, and cleaner separation between instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"flux-bridger-moving-iron-generator\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFlux-Bridger Moving Iron Generator\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eJoseph Grado’s patented flux-bridger design keeps the coils fixed while an ultra-low-mass iron element moves in the magnetic field—delivering moving coil speed and detail with none of the fragility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X1d391cda695c68be8379dd6aa20a3af0edc51df\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eThree Versions: High Output, Low Output, and Mono\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Platinum4 comes in three versions: High Output (4.0mV), Low Output (1.0mV), and Mono. High Output works with any standard MM phono input; Low Output rewards higher-gain phono stages with even lower moving mass and finer detail; and the Mono version is purpose-built for dedicated mono record collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"hand-built-in-brooklyn-new-york\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, New York\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eEvery Timbre Series cartridge is assembled and tested by hand at Grado Labs in Brooklyn, where the Grado family has been building cartridges since 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"building-your-system\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Platinum4 suits quality turntables with medium-mass tonearms. Choose high output for any MM phono input, or low output if your phono stage offers extra gain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eWhen the stylus eventually wears, Grado’s Wood Cartridge Upgrade Program lets you trade in any Grado wood cartridge toward a new one—protecting your investment for the long run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features-specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Carved Mediterranean Olive Wood Body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDense, fine-grained tonewood for warm, controlled, spacious sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e6N OCC Copper Coils\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHigher-purity windings for lower noise and finer detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eFlux-Bridger Moving Iron Generator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMoving coil speed and detail without the fragility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eThree Available Versions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHigh Output (4.0mV), Low Output (1.0mV), or Mono for mono record collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWood Cartridge Upgrade Program\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTrade in any Grado wood cartridge toward a new one—regardless of condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, USA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAssembled and tested at Grado’s family-owned factory, est. 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eType: Moving Iron (MI)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eStylus: Elliptical Diamond\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCantilever: Aluminum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBody: Hand-Carved Mediterranean Olive Wood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutput: 4.0mV (High Output) or 1.0mV (Low Output)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eVersions: High Output, Low Output, Mono\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eLoad Impedance: 10k–47k ohms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eTracking Force: 1.6–1.9 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eWeight: 9.4 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"frequently-asked-questions\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDo I need a special phono preamp?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe high-output version (4.0mV) works with any standard MM phono input. The low-output version (1.0mV) needs a phono stage with added gain—but unlike moving coils, it still loads at standard 10k–47k ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does the Platinum4 compare to the Opus4?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Platinum4 upgrades to a Mediterranean olive wood body and higher-purity 6N copper coils, delivering greater refinement, lower noise, and finer detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does it compare to the Sonata4?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Sonata4 steps up to a nude elliptical stylus on an upgraded cantilever, eliminating the bonded joint for faster transients and cleaner high frequencies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWho is the Platinum4 designed for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s ideal for listeners who love the wood-body Grado sound and want a clear step up in refinement without a big jump in price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; 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line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"what-you-need-to-know\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X783ee45c0041b48a6e9b186efdbb34f6c4ea177\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eYour Entry into Grado’s Flagship Lineage Series\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Grado Lineage Statement4 Moving Iron Phono Cartridge opens the door to Grado’s cost-no-object flagship line. Hand-assembled at Grado’s original Brooklyn factory, the Statement4 pairs a Brazilian ebony body, machined boron cantilever, nude Shibata diamond, and 7N OCC copper coils into a cartridge built to compete with the world’s finest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eThis is where Grado stops making compromises entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"brazilian-ebony-body\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBrazilian Ebony Body\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe entire Lineage Series is carved from Brazilian ebony, an exceptionally dense tonewood chosen for its outstanding resonance control. The refined 4 Series housing geometry lowers mass, widens tonearm compatibility, and improves cantilever visibility for precise setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eThe result is a huge, stable soundstage with a naturally warm, utterly composed character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"nude-shibata-diamond-on-machined-boron\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eNude Shibata Diamond on Machined Boron\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Statement4’s nude Shibata stylus contacts far more of the groove wall than an elliptical, retrieving fine detail with lower distortion and less record wear. Mounted on a machined boron cantilever, it responds instantly to the smallest modulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eYou’ll hear remarkable inner detail, natural texture, and effortless tracking to the innermost grooves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"n-occ-copper-coils\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e7N OCC Copper Coils\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Statement4’s fixed coils are wound with ultra-high-purity 7N OCC copper—flagship-grade wire matched with cryogenic treatment during both component preparation and final assembly. Lower noise, better channel matching, and greater transparency follow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"low-output-design-hand-built-in-brooklyn\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eLow-Output Design, Hand-Built in Brooklyn\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Statement4 is a low-output (1.0mV) design available in stereo and mono versions, each hand-assembled and individually tested at the family-owned Grado factory that has built cartridges in Brooklyn since 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"building-your-system\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBuilding Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003eThe Statement4 belongs on a reference-quality turntable and tonearm with a high-gain phono stage. Unlike low-output moving coils, it loads at standard 10k–47k ohms—no fussy impedance matching required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003eWhen the stylus eventually wears, Grado’s Wood Cartridge Upgrade Program lets you trade in any Grado wood cartridge toward a new one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features-specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eBrazilian Ebony Body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExceptionally dense tonewood for outstanding resonance control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eNude Shibata Diamond Stylus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExtended groove contact for exceptional detail and low distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eMachined Boron Cantilever\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExtreme stiffness and low mass for instant response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e7N OCC Copper Coils with Dual Cryogenic Treatment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFlagship-grade windings for transparency and channel precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eFlux-Bridger Moving Iron Design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMoving coil speed and refinement without the fragility or aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn, USA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAssembled and tested at Grado’s original family-owned factory, est. 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eType: Low Output Moving Iron (MI)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eStylus: Nude Shibata Diamond\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eCantilever: Machined Boron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBody: Brazilian Ebony\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eOutput: 1.0mV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eVersions: Stereo, Mono\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eLoad Impedance: 10k–47k ohms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eMounting: Standard ½-inch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eTracking Force: 1.6–1.9 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Compact\" style=\"margin-left: 24.0pt; text-indent: -24.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 0mm;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eWeight: 10 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"frequently-asked-questions\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"FirstParagraph\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDo I need a moving coil phono preamp?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou need added gain for the 1.0mV output, but unlike a moving coil, the Statement4 loads at standard 10k–47k ohms—any quality high-gain MM-compatible phono stage works beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does the Statement4 compare to the Timbre Reference4?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Statement4 moves up to the flagship Lineage platform: a Brazilian ebony body, 7N OCC copper coils, and Grado’s tightest assembly tolerances for a quieter, more transparent, more dimensional presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does it compare to the Aeon4?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Aeon4 steps up to a sapphire cantilever and even wider bandwidth, pushing resolution and speed closer to the flagship Epoch4.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWho is the Statement4 designed for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s ideal for audiophiles seeking true flagship-class analog performance with the musical warmth only a wood-bodied Grado delivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0mm; 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