{"title":"Grado","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"grado-signature-s750-headphone","title":"Grado Signature S750 Headphone","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Grado House Sound, Richer and More Detailed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Grado Signature S750 is an open-back over-ear headphone hand-assembled in Brooklyn, marking a genuinely new chapter in Grado's ongoing pursuit of authentic, musical listening within the brand's premium Signature Line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA new 52mm X Series driver delivers an expansive soundstage, vivid midrange detail, and powerful low-frequency control, with instruments feeling tangible and vocals sitting centered amid genuine air and ambience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe S750 earned an Editor's Choice award from The Absolute Sound in 2025 and Recommended Component status from Stereophile the same year, recognition for a genuinely refined take on Grado's signature character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere the 52mm X Series Driver Earns Its Keep\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eEngineered for Speed and Low Distortion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe 52mm driver's diaphragms are carefully tuned for extended dynamics and effortless transparency, while Grado's open-back architecture maintains genuine clarity and openness throughout an engaging, natural presentation from top to bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAt 38 ohms impedance, the S750 sounds great from both desktop systems and mobile devices alike, offering genuine flexibility without ever compromising the fidelity this driver is capable of delivering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eAluminum and Maple, Built to Minimize Resonance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA precision-machined aluminum and maple hybrid housing minimizes resonance around the driver, while Grado's upgraded braided cable ensures pure signal transfer and genuine long-term durability throughout regular, everyday listening use overall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA comfortable leather headband and plush foam ear cushions make the S750 genuinely well suited to late-night listening sessions, home studio work, or relaxed weekend enjoyment at your own unhurried, easygoing pace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is the Signature S750 Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the Grado house sound in a genuinely refined package:\u003c\/strong\u003e two 2025 industry awards recognize this as a meaningful step up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou listen to jazz, classical, or rock and want emotional connection:\u003c\/strong\u003e this tuning reveals texture and nuance in every performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou value comfort for extended sessions:\u003c\/strong\u003e the leather headband and plush foam cushions suit hours of continuous listening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want flexibility between mobile and desktop sources:\u003c\/strong\u003e 38 ohms impedance works comfortably with both without compromise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want added refinement in Grado's Signature line\u003c\/strong\u003e — the S750 steps up to an aluminum housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAn 8-conductor cable terminates in a 3.5mm plug with an included 1\/4\" adapter, connecting easily to headphone amplifiers, DACs, and portable players without any additional accessories needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAt 38 ohms, the S750 produces sound from a phone or laptop easily enough, though a dedicated headphone amplifier still reveals more of what this driver can genuinely do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat finishes the system around a Signature S750:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — reveals noticeably more detail and control than a portable source alone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a clean digital source feeding your amp matters as much as the amp itself\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone cables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the included cable covers most setups, with aftermarket options available too\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-stands\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone stands\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a proper resting spot between listening sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDo I need a headphone amplifier for the Signature S750?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNot strictly. At 38 ohms, it produces sound easily from a phone or laptop, though a dedicated amplifier reveals noticeably more of what this driver is capable of.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does open-back mean for everyday use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSound leaks freely in both directions — people nearby hear your music, and outside noise comes in. Reserve these for quiet home listening, not a commute.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow is this different from the Signature S550?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe S550 uses a walnut wood housing tuned for a warmer, more forgiving presentation. The S750 uses an aluminum and maple hybrid housing for a different, more refined character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs the cable detachable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe included 8-conductor cable terminates in 3.5mm with a 1\/4\" adapter included, connecting easily to both portable and desktop equipment right out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere is the Signature S750 made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBy hand, in Brooklyn, New York, where Grado has assembled headphones since 1953, bridging decades of audio heritage with today's driver technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAVGearShop presents Grado S750 and S950 overview.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/BTkqMM9-9LM\" title=\"Grado S750 and S950 overview\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNovomusica presents Grado S750 presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/il59zBeluZs\" title=\"Grado S750 presentation\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about open-back headphones, headphone amplifiers, or getting the most from a dynamic-driver design? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Grado Labs","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45980476604589,"sku":"NEW-GRS750","price":1695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"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; 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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]--\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; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-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":"Mono \/ New","offer_id":45980485976237,"sku":"NEW-GRSONATA4-MONO","price":600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/GRSONATA4_01_angle_2026__79467.1777046491.1280.1280_38ea9540-60b6-488f-9ba7-d3a77bc65833.jpg?v=1778167781"},{"product_id":"grado-prestige-red4-phono-cartridge-p-mount","title":"Grado Prestige Red4 Phono Cartridge P-Mount","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is a P-Mount (T4P) Cartridge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eP-Mount cartridge\u003c\/strong\u003e — also called a \u003cstrong\u003eT4P\u003c\/strong\u003e (Technics 4-Pin) — is a plug-in cartridge format that attaches directly into a compatible tonearm slot without any separate mounting hardware or alignment procedure. 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? 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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; 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; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-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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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=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/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=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/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=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/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=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/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. Grado Labs has assembled phono cartridges 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 Timbre Reference4 High Output phono cartridge ×1\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\u003ch2\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-titlebox-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\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?  \u003cstrong\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — Try it risk-free for 60 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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?  \u003cstrong\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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 Shibata stylus profiles, phono stage matching, or building a high-performance analog system? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAudio Advisor Learning Center\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grado Labs","offers":[{"title":"High \/ New","offer_id":45980616687789,"sku":"NEW-GRREFER4-HIGH","price":1500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/GRREFER4-HIGHLOWMONO_01_angle_2026__20779.1777049778.1280.1280_a444c0aa-e0b3-4cee-8a1e-c32c9c65e709.jpg?v=1778167707"},{"product_id":"grado-15-foot-6-3mm-headphone-extension-cable","title":"Grado 15 Foot 6.3mm Headphone Extension Cable","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eGrado's 4-Conductor Extension Cable Adds 15 Feet of Reach\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA headphone cable must physically match both ends of the chain: the connector on your headphones and the connector on your amplifier or DAC. Getting either wrong means the cable simply will not plug in, which is why the fit matters as much as the build quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eGrado's 4-Conductor Extension Cable adds 15 feet between your headphones and your amplifier, built from the same high-quality super-annealed copper wire as Grado's own X-Series headphone cables, with braided sheathing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSuper-Annealed Copper, the Same Wire Grado Uses in Its Headphones\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eGrado builds this extension from the same high-quality super-annealed copper wire used in its X-Series headphone cables, rather than a generic extension cord, with braided sheathing over the conductors for durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eNo Degradation of Sonic Quality, Grado Says, With Its Own Headphones\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eGrado guarantees no degradation of sonic quality with Grado headphones while using this extension cable. For longer runs, Grado says the cable may be piggybacked up to 3 cables together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Connectors, Explained\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThis cable terminates in a 1\/4\" (6.35mm) plug on one end and a matching 1\/4\" (6.35mm) jack on the other, extending any full-size headphone cable that ends in a standard 1\/4\" plug.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Headphone Cable Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour headphone cable is too short to reach comfortably from your listening position\u003c\/strong\u003e — this 15-foot extension adds substantial reach without replacing your existing cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou own Grado headphones\u003c\/strong\u003e — Grado guarantees no degradation of sonic quality with its own headphones on this extension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour existing headphone cable ends in a standard 1\/4\" plug\u003c\/strong\u003e — this extension's jack accepts any 1\/4\" cable, regardless of which headphone it's built for\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou need more than 15 feet of total reach\u003c\/strong\u003e — Grado says up to 3 of its extension cables can be piggybacked together for longer runs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour headphone cable ends in something other than a 1\/4\" plug\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003echeck the connector on your existing cable\u003c\/a\u003e before ordering; this extension only accepts a 1\/4\" male plug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePlug your existing headphone cable's 1\/4\" male plug into this extension's female jack, and the extension's own 1\/4\" male plug into the headphone output on your amplifier or DAC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThen power up the system as usual. Other and longer lengths available. Call for prices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA headphone cable is one link between your headphones and an amplifier or DAC. It usually joins these categories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the amp end of this cable plugs directly into one\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphones\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the cable only helps once it's matched to the right pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital-to-Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — many desktop DACs include a headphone output this cable can feed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-accessories\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone Accessories\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — stands, cases and other gear for the same headphone this cable serves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes Grado guarantee this with non-Grado headphones too?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eGrado states its no-degradation guarantee specifically for use with Grado headphones. The cable will physically work with any headphone ending in a 1\/4\" plug, but Grado's own guarantee language is scoped to its own headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat happens if I order the wrong connector for my headphones?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt simply won't plug in. Headphone connectors aren't interchangeable the way many amplifier connectors are, so check your headphones' own connector, and the amp-end plug your amplifier or DAC uses, before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I chain more than one of these together?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. Grado says the cable may be piggybacked up to 3 cables for longer total runs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs there a step up?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNot in the Grado headphone extension line we carry. The 15-foot 4-Conductor cable is the top of that range. If you want to go further, call us and we will talk through the whole chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about headphone cables, headphone amplifiers, or system setup? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Grado Labs","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45980621635757,"sku":"NEW-GREXT","price":79.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/GREXT_01_2024__21319.1712065662.1280.1280_4aad4fad-43c0-41b2-86b1-b9432302a5d9.jpg?v=1778118834"},{"product_id":"grado-classic-sr60-headphones","title":"Grado Classic SR60 Headphones","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere Grado Begins\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Grado Classic SR60 is the entry point into Grado's Classic Series, the starting point for countless listeners discovering the brand's vivid, immediate, genuinely open-back character for the very first time in their lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA new 44mm X2 driver brings improved clarity, balance, and consistency to the SR60 over previous generations, tuned specifically for genuine balance and musicality rather than maximum bite or excitement across the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eGrado has hand-assembled headphones in Brooklyn, New York since 1953, still family-owned and now in its third generation, and the SR60 carries forward that same open-back philosophy at an entry-level price today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere the 44mm X2 Driver Earns Its Keep\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTuned for Balance, Not Excitement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilt around a Mylar diaphragm, copper voice coil, and rare earth magnetic system, the X2 driver favors clear midrange, natural detail, and a smooth, approachable tonality over genuinely long listening sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDriver-to-driver matching is held to 0.1dB across every pair, keeping left and right channels genuinely well balanced no matter which specific SR60 unit you actually happen to end up receiving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Lightweight Housing That Lets the Driver Speak\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA die-injection molded plastic housing keeps the SR60 light and durable for day-to-day use, venting through the rear for the spacious, natural presentation that genuinely defines Grado's sound at every single price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eS cushions, the smallest in Grado's entire lineup, sit directly on the ear for a close, direct coupling between driver and ear that reinforces the SR60's clear, immediate character throughout every session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eecoustics.com found the SR60 \"keeping one foot planted where the brand actually built its audience in the first place,\" praising the X2 driver update as a meaningful refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHiFi Blog called it \"a relatively approachable starting point into the company's open-back philosophy,\" praising the Classic Series structure for giving new listeners genuine access to Grado's core character at the lowest possible commitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is the SR60 Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou're new to open-back hi-fi headphones:\u003c\/strong\u003e the SR60 is one of the most recommended entry points into genuine hi-fi listening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want balance and musicality over aggressive excitement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grado specifically tuned this driver for long, fatigue-free listening sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou listen at home in a quiet environment:\u003c\/strong\u003e the open-back design rewards a dedicated listening room over a noisy commute\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want to experiment with tuning through cushions:\u003c\/strong\u003e S, F, and G cushions each meaningfully shift the SR60's character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a calmer, more relaxed Grado\u003c\/strong\u003e — the SR60 is the easy-going end of the Classic range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe fixed Bronze cable terminates in a 3.5mm plug with a 1\/4\" adapter included, connecting easily to phones, laptops, and dedicated headphone amplifiers right out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAt 38 ohms and 98dB sensitivity, the SR60 plays plenty loud from modest sources, though a dedicated headphone amplifier still improves clarity and control noticeably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat finishes the system around a Classic SR60:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — optional, but genuinely improves clarity and control over a phone or laptop alone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a clean digital source feeding your amp matters as much as the amp itself\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone cables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the standard 3.5mm termination accepts a wide range of aftermarket options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-stands\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone stands\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a proper resting spot between listening sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDo I need an amplifier for the SR60?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNot at all. At 38 ohms and 98dB sensitivity, it plays well from a phone, laptop, or tablet. A dedicated amplifier improves sound quality but isn't required at this level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I use these at the office or while commuting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNot really. The SR60 is open-back and leaks sound significantly in both directions, so it's built for a quiet room rather than shared or mobile spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow does the SR60 compare to the SR80?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBoth share the same driver and housing. Grado tunes the SR80 for tighter bass, more midrange presence, and more top-end detail — a livelier, more forward alternative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I change the cushions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. S cushions ship installed for the closest, most direct presentation. F cushions relax the sound slightly, and G cushions widen it considerably for a more spacious feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs the cable detachable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt isn't. All Classic Series headphones use fixed, hard-wired cables by design. Detachable cables are reserved for Grado's Signature Line, not the Classic Series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere is the SR60 made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBy hand, in Brooklyn, New York, in the same facility and to the same standards as every other headphone in Grado's current lineup, top to bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAudio Arkitekts presents Should You Buy the Grado SR60 Headphones?.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/6lcQJevRjrY\" title=\"Should You Buy the Grado SR60 Headphones?\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Headphone Show presents Audiophile on a budget? Grado X Review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/rvpu8uovyms\" title=\"Audiophile on a budget? Grado X Review\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about open-back headphones, headphone amplifiers, or getting the most from a dynamic-driver design? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Grado Labs","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981192356013,"sku":"NEW-GRSR60","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/GRSR60_01_angle_2026__40445.1777040943.1280.1280_a40d6704-c830-484a-9746-d24fcf956bc1.jpg?v=1778167788"},{"product_id":"grado-timbre-sonata4-phono-cartridge-low-output","title":"Grado Timbre Sonata4 Phono Cartridge - Low Output","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X72c618f7e5427726b7f5a606d3cdab0465118c6\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eGrado Timbre Sonata4 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=\"the-nude-stylus-changes-everything\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eThe Nude Stylus Changes Everything\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 Moving Iron Phono Cartridge marks a real turning point in Grado’s wood-body line: it’s where the stylus goes nude. 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; 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 (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 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24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe World's First Open-Back Bluetooth Headphone\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Grado GW100x brings the brand's signature open-back sound into wireless form, refining the original GW100 with Bluetooth 5.2, a genuinely longer-lasting battery, and Grado's brand new X Series drivers throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNewly reengineered 44mm X Series drivers bring a more powerful magnetic circuit, a voice coil with decreased effective mass, and a reconfigured diaphragm for genuinely improved efficiency and noticeably lower distortion overall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRedesigned speaker housings and internals now work together to diminish escaping sound by up to 60%, a real engineering leap over the original GW100 without giving up any open-back character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere the X Series Drivers Earn Their Keep\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eOpen-Back Sound, Now Genuinely Wireless\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eReengineering these 4th-generation components for Grado's 44mm drivers improves efficiency, reduces distortion, and preserves the harmonic integrity that Grado's wired headphones have genuinely always been well recognized for by listeners everywhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThis open design still leaks some sound in both directions, exactly like every other Grado headphone, but noticeably less than the original GW100 thanks to the entirely redesigned housing and internals working together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eNearly Two Days Between Charges\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA more efficient battery paired with Bluetooth 5.2 lets the GW100x play music for nearly two days straight, letting you tune out the outside world for genuinely extended stretches at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eUSB-C charging brings the GW100x in line with global standards, while an upgraded chipset allows more information to flow from your device while maintaining a genuinely strong, stable connection throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRolling Stone, naming it Best On-Ear Headphones 2024, called the GW100x's driver update \"sweet acoustic advantages and less sound leakage\" that's \"music to our ears.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat Hi-Fi? awarded it five stars, calling Grado \"the king of open-back headphones\" and noting you'll \"struggle to find better than these brilliant-sounding Grado on-ears\" wirelessly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is the GW100x Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want Grado's open-back sound without any wires:\u003c\/strong\u003e this is genuinely the only open-back Bluetooth headphone widely available today\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou listen in quiet spaces like a garden or home office:\u003c\/strong\u003e reviewers consistently find it excels precisely in these environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want nearly two full days of battery per charge:\u003c\/strong\u003e the upgraded battery and Bluetooth 5.2 combination genuinely delivers on that\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want on-ear controls for calls and playback:\u003c\/strong\u003e volume, playback, and voice assistant access all live right at your ear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want Grado sound without a cable\u003c\/strong\u003e — open-back Grado drivers with Bluetooth built in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePair over Bluetooth 5.2 from a phone, tablet, or computer for wireless listening, with onboard controls handling volume, playback, and calls right from the earcup itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eUSB-C handles charging directly, and if your device supports it, you can activate a voice assistant or answer calls without ever reaching for your phone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat finishes the system around a GW100x:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eMusic streamers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a streamer with a strong Bluetooth connection gets the most from this wireless link\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — feeds a clean signal into whatever source you pair the GW100x with\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone cables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a USB-C cable keeps you charged and ready between listening sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-accessories\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone accessories\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a case protects the housing and drivers while traveling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow is the GW100x different from a typical Bluetooth headphone?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt's open-back rather than closed, meaning sound leaks in both directions just like Grado's wired models, in exchange for a wider, more natural-sounding presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow long does the battery last?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNearly two full days of continuous playback per charge, thanks to a more efficient battery paired with Bluetooth 5.2, a real improvement over the original GW100.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I use these at the office or on a train?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNot ideally. Like every open-back Grado, sound leaks in both directions, so these are best suited to quiet home listening rather than shared or noisy spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I take calls with the GW100x?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. Onboard controls let you answer or ignore calls right from the earcup, and voice assistant access is available if your connected device supports it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow is this different from the original GW100?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe GW100x adds Bluetooth 5.2, a longer-lasting battery, new X Series drivers, and a redesigned housing that reduces sound leakage by up to 60% over the original.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSteve Guttenberg Audiophiliac presents Ears-on review: Grado’s all new Bluetooth headphone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8QdQpQ9N1-s\" title=\"Ears-on review: Grado’s all new Bluetooth headphone\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDavid in France presents How to Control Music on Grado GW100x Headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/dQlRk6bi4m0\" title=\"How to Control Music on Grado GW100x Headphones\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about wireless headphones, Bluetooth codecs, or getting the most from an open-back design? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Grado Labs","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981512335533,"sku":"NEW-GRGW100X","price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/GRGW100X_01-Large__70071.1712350111.1280.1280_9ee19127-1b91-4d31-8f20-1913ae7eb222.jpg?v=1778113903"},{"product_id":"grado-rs1-classic-headphones","title":"Grado RS1 Classic Headphones","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Headphone That Started Grado's Wood-Body Tradition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIn 1994, John Grado built the very first RS1 by hand in the middle of the night, the first Grado headphone to use a wooden housing, a decision that set the template for every wood-body model that followed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe RS1 Classic brings an updated 50mm X2 driver and tri-wood cocobolo, hemp, and maple housing to that legacy, positioned for midrange expression and genuine musical immediacy above the rest of the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt is a more focused, more direct sounding headphone than Grado's GS models, and deliberately so, trading some spaciousness for a presentation that feels genuinely forward and intimate throughout each session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere the Tri-Wood Housing Earns Its Keep\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThree Woods, Each With a Specific Job\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCocobolo forms the outer ring, adding density and a quality of definition Grado calls \"extra punch,\" while hemp forms the core layer, smoothing the top and low ends of the frequency response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMaple forms the outer sleeve, handling most of the structural damping work, and together the three materials produce what Grado describes as \"a rich, nuanced tonal palette\" throughout every recording.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eL Cushions, Tuned for a Forward Presentation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eL cushions position the driver closer to the ear than the G cushions on the GS models but farther than the S cushions on the SR60 and SR80, reinforcing the RS1's focused character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Signature Gold headband assembly — shared with the GS1000 and GS3000 — brings engraved aluminum gimbals, stainless steel height rods, and a genuine leather headstrap to the RS1's overall comfort platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eecoustics.com positioned the RS1 as \"where Grado wants tradition and refinement to meet without going full GS,\" noting the L cushions \"suggest a more focused presentation than the GS models.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBest of High End described the tri-wood construction as taking the Hemp's bi-wood concept \"a step further... for a rich, nuanced tonal palette\" throughout the entire listening experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is the RS1 Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a focused, forward midrange over a wide soundstage:\u003c\/strong\u003e L cushions and tri-wood construction reinforce this deliberately intimate character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou value hand-built heritage and craftsmanship:\u003c\/strong\u003e every RS1 traces its lineage directly to the original hand-built in 1994\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the Signature Gold headband's premium comfort:\u003c\/strong\u003e the same platform used on Grado's flagship GS models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou appreciate a rich, textured tonal character:\u003c\/strong\u003e three distinct woods each contribute a specific acoustic role\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want genuine directness\u003c\/strong\u003e — the RS1 puts you right in front of the performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe fixed Signature Silver cable terminates in a standard 6.35mm plug, with optional XLR termination available for listeners running a balanced headphone amplifier setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAt 38 ohms and 99.8dB sensitivity, the RS1 is easy to drive from most sources, though it scales meaningfully with quality amplification given its expressive, forward midrange character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat finishes the system around an RS1 Classic:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — transparent amplification brings out more dynamics and driver control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the RS1's expressive character reveals differences in source quality clearly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone cables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — optional XLR termination is available for balanced amplifier systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-stands\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone stands\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a proper resting spot for genuine tri-wood craftsmanship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow does the RS1 differ from the GS1000?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBoth use the Signature Gold headband, but the GS1000's mahogany housing and G cushions push the driver farther away for a wider, more effortless presentation than the RS1's focused immediacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy does the RS1 use three different woods?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEach wood contributes a specific acoustic quality — maple for structural damping, hemp for smoothing frequency extremes, and cocobolo for density and definition in the lower midrange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDo I need a headphone amplifier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNot strictly — at 38 ohms and 99.8dB sensitivity, the RS1 plays from a phone or laptop. It scales noticeably with quality amplification given its forward, expressive character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I use these away from home?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNot really. The RS1 is open-back and leaks sound significantly in both directions, so it's built for a quiet room with quality amplification, not travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs optional XLR termination available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes, confirmed for the RS1 Classic, giving you a genuine balanced connection option alongside the standard 6.35mm termination that ships as the default choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere is the RS1 made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBy hand, in Brooklyn, New York, the same facility where John Grado built the very first RS1 back in 1994, passing through multiple workbenches before it ships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eGrado Labs presents Grado Headphone Line Overview 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/VedailBV7RQ\" title=\"Grado Headphone Line Overview 2026\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSteve Guttenberg Audiophiliac presents Grado RS1 headphones, an appreciation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CiDx1tH_f0s\" title=\"Grado RS1 headphones, an appreciation\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about open-back headphones, headphone amplifiers, or how wood housing materials shape sound? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Grado Labs","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981580624045,"sku":"NEW-GRRS1","price":750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/GRRS1_01_angle_2026__40880.1777051594.1280.1280_af15d0e7-ead1-4796-902c-05afd0819692.jpg?v=1778167749"},{"product_id":"grado-timbre-opus4-phono-cartridge-mono","title":"Grado Timbre Opus4 Phono Cartridge - Mono","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X93563c0f3c023a038a0094ab928d8337cfabe00\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eGrado Timbre Opus4 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=\"Xc984a1db33e87b03170c719dc716eff9c73b545\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eGrado’s Wood-Body Sound, Built for Your Mono Records\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 Mono Moving Iron Phono Cartridge brings the rich, organic character of Grado’s hand-carved maple-body Opus4 to dedicated mono playback. 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; 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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]--\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. 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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":45981722542253,"sku":"NEW-GRLCUSH","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/GRlC_000__06728.1712189859.1280.1280_b2e14edf-fb00-47f1-a50e-4223b9066131.jpg?v=1778118799"},{"product_id":"grado-timbre-platinum3-phono-cartridge-low-output","title":"Grado Timbre Platinum3 Phono Cartridge - Low Output","description":"\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Component 2025 – \u003cem\u003eStereophile\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrado's First Step-up Wooden-Body Cartridge Model\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe first step-up model from Grado's Opus3 maple-body phono cartridge, the Platinum3 puts Jarrah wood and a twin magnet system to work for your favorite music. 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\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSteve Guttenberg presents Grado Platinum3 cartridge review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/uoLKRsp1Ei4\" title=\"Grado Platinum3 cartridge review\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n","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}],"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":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eGrado's Flagship Open-Back, Built to Reward You\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Grado Classic GS3000 sits at the top of Grado's Classic Series, bringing together the largest driver the brand makes, a cocobolo and aluminum housing, and oversized cushions for the most expansive presentation available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA 52mm X2 driver — the largest in the Classic Series and two millimeters wider than the GS1000's — moves more air than any other Grado driver, noticeably extending bass and dynamic headroom throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThis is not a headphone that demands anything of you. It rewards you instead, with a soundstage many reviewers describe as feeling like a room rather than a pair of headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere the 52mm X2 Driver Earns Its Keep\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eGrado's Largest, Most Extended Driver\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilt around a Mylar diaphragm, copper voice coil, and rare earth magnetic system, the 52mm driver reaches a genuinely wide 4Hz to 51kHz frequency response, the widest in the entire Classic Series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDriver-to-driver matching is held to 0.05dB — the tightest in the lineup — ensuring precise stereo balance no matter which specific GS3000 unit actually ends up sitting in your own two hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCocobolo and Aluminum, Working as a System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCocobolo forms the outer layer, a dense tropical hardwood with grain patterns that vary from pair to pair, while an aluminum chamber adds controlled mass and rigidity around the large driver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eG cushions, the largest Grado makes, position the driver farther from the ear than a standard pad, creating the air gap directly behind the GS3000's genuinely characteristic sense of width and depth throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is the GS3000 Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the widest, most expansive Grado soundstage available:\u003c\/strong\u003e the largest driver and G cushions are built specifically for this\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou appreciate genuinely unique materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e cocobolo's natural grain variation means no two GS3000 pairs look exactly alike\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the most premium comfort platform in the Classic Series:\u003c\/strong\u003e the Signature Gold headband is Grado's most refined assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have a quality amplifier and DAC to feed it:\u003c\/strong\u003e this driver reveals everything upstream of it in your signal chain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want Grado's largest driver and cocobolo housing\u003c\/strong\u003e — the GS3000 flagship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe fixed Signature Silver cable terminates in a standard 6.35mm plug, with optional XLR termination available for listeners running a balanced headphone amplifier setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAt 38 ohms and 99.8dB sensitivity, the GS3000 plays from most sources, but at this level it reveals everything in your signal chain — source and amplifier quality genuinely matter here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat finishes the system around a GS3000:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — exceptional amplification is genuinely worth the investment at this level\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a high-quality DAC significantly improves what this driver has to work with\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone cables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — optional XLR termination is available for balanced amplifier systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-stands\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone stands\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a proper resting spot for a genuinely one-of-a-kind cocobolo housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat makes the GS3000 different from the GS1000?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe GS3000 uses a larger 52mm driver in a cocobolo-and-aluminum housing, extending frequency response to 4Hz-51kHz versus the GS1000's mahogany-housed 50mm driver at 8Hz-35kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDo I need a high-end amplifier for these?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAt 38 ohms and 99.8dB sensitivity, the GS3000 will play from most sources, but it reveals everything upstream. A quality dedicated amplifier and DAC are genuinely worth the investment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I use these in an office or on the go?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNot really. The GS3000 is open-back and leaks sound significantly in both directions, so it's built for a quiet room with quality amplification, not travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWill each pair look different?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. Cocobolo has naturally variable grain patterns and color, so every pair is genuinely one of a kind, matched by Grado for acoustic character rather than appearance alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs the cable detachable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt isn't. All Classic Series headphones use fixed, hard-wired cables by design, with detachable cables reserved specifically for Grado's Signature Line instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere is the GS3000 made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBy hand, in Brooklyn, New York, with each cocobolo housing individually matched for finish and acoustic character before it ever ships to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAV Atmos presents Grado Classic Series Headphones Debuts featuring GS3000, GS1000, RS1, SR325, Hemp, SR80, and SR60.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/EzXfQxeBJ6M\" title=\"Grado Classic Series Headphones Debuts featuring GS3000, GS1000, RS1, SR325, Hemp, SR80, and SR60\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Audiophile Man presents GRADO HEADPHONES: TOP-OF-THE-RANGE STATEMENT (GS3000x) AND REFERENCE (RS1x) MODELS REVIEWED!.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/iMdVVuooy9g\" title=\"GRADO HEADPHONES: TOP-OF-THE-RANGE STATEMENT (GS3000x) AND REFERENCE (RS1x) MODELS REVIEWED!\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about open-back headphones, headphone amplifiers, or how wood housing materials shape sound? 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They are lightweight and provide a comfortable listening experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThese are genuine OEM F-CUSH cushions made by Grado for Grado headphones. Accept no substitutes!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grado Labs","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981931995309,"sku":"NEW-GRFCUSH","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/GRFCUSH_01-Large__54689.1718306186.1280.1280_468bf333-7752-47b9-8a97-6ea8b38dd15c.jpg?v=1778116294"},{"product_id":"grado-statement4-lineage-series-phono-cartridge-mono","title":"Grado Statement4 Lineage Series Phono Cartridge, Mono","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X9ad790d3fe461c3b5cef3ec137df321957d451c\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eGrado Lineage Statement4 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=\"flagship-class-mono-playback-begins-here\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eFlagship-Class Mono Playback Begins Here\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 Mono Moving Iron Phono Cartridge brings Grado’s cost-no-object Lineage platform—Brazilian ebony body, machined boron cantilever, nude Shibata diamond, 7N OCC copper coils—to dedicated mono playback. 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. For stereo records, use the stereo Statement4—serious collectors typically run both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does it compare to the Timbre Reference4 Mono?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Statement4 Mono moves up to the flagship Lineage platform: Brazilian ebony, 7N OCC copper, and Grado’s tightest assembly tolerances for a quieter, more transparent mono presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWho is the Statement4 Mono designed for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s ideal for audiophiles with prized mono collections who want flagship-class playback with the warmth only a wood-bodied Grado 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: 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audiophile journey right here at this exact model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe 2026 Classic version brings the updated 44mm X2 driver platform to the SR80 while genuinely preserving everything that made the original worth living with for over three whole decades running.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eGrado tunes the SR80 for greater immediacy and presence than the SR60 below it, with tighter bass response, more forward midrange energy, and genuinely extended high-frequency detail throughout every recording.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere the 44mm X2 Driver Earns Its Keep\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTuned for Immediacy, Not Just Balance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilt around a Mylar diaphragm, copper voice coil, and rare earth magnetic system, the X2 driver in the SR80 is specifically tuned to be more direct, energetic, and forward than the SR60.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eGrado describes this as the SR80's \"world renowned midrange,\" a quality that has genuinely made it the go-to recommendation for rock, jazz, and vocal-forward music for many decades running now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Same Lightweight Housing as the SR60\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA die-injection molded plastic housing keeps the SR80 light and consistent, venting through the rear for the same spacious, natural presentation that genuinely defines Grado's sound at every single price point offered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eS cushions sit directly on the ear, reinforcing the SR80's immediate, forward character with the closest, most direct coupling between driver and ear that Grado's entire lineup genuinely has to offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eecoustics.com described the SR80 as delivering \"tighter bass, more midrange presence, and more top-end detail\" than the SR60, characterizing it as \"the livelier, more direct option\" in the lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is the SR80 Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the full expression of Grado's character:\u003c\/strong\u003e reviewers consistently describe this tuning as livelier and more direct than the SR60\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou listen to rock, jazz, or vocal-forward music regularly:\u003c\/strong\u003e the SR80's famous midrange suits these genres particularly well\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a headphone with a proven, decades-long track record:\u003c\/strong\u003e the first SR80 was built in 1991 and never needed replacing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want to experiment with tuning through cushions:\u003c\/strong\u003e S, F, and G cushions each meaningfully shift the SR80's character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want energy and immediacy\u003c\/strong\u003e — the SR80 is the lively end of the Classic range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe fixed Bronze cable terminates in a 3.5mm plug with a 1\/4\" adapter included, connecting easily to phones, laptops, and dedicated headphone amplifiers right out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAt 38 ohms and 98dB sensitivity, the SR80 plays plenty loud from modest sources, though a dedicated headphone amplifier still improves dynamic control noticeably given its forward character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat finishes the system around a Classic SR80:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — transparent amplification without added warmth suits this forward tuning well\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the SR80's forward presentation reveals differences in source quality clearly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone cables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the standard 3.5mm termination accepts a wide range of aftermarket options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-stands\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone stands\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a proper resting spot between listening sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat's the difference between the SR80 and the SR60?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBoth share the same driver, housing, and cable. Grado tunes the SR80 for tighter bass, more forward midrange energy, and more top-end detail than the SR60's balanced approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs the SR80 good for rock music?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes — its forward, energetic tuning with tight bass and a prominent midrange suits rock, jazz, and vocal recordings particularly well, though it handles most genres capably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDo I need an amplifier for the SR80?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNot at all. At 38 ohms and 98dB sensitivity, it plays well from a phone, laptop, or tablet, with a dedicated amplifier as a genuine upgrade rather than a requirement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow does the SR80 compare to the Hemp Classic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Hemp Classic uses a distinctive hempwood and maple housing tuned for a fuller, warmer presentation, a genuine departure from the SR80's leaner, more energetic character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I swap the cushions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. S cushions ship installed for the closest, most direct presentation. F cushions relax the sound slightly, and G cushions widen it for a more spacious feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere is the SR80 made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBy hand, in Brooklyn, New York, in the same facility and to the same standards as every other Grado headphone since 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eGrado Labs presents Grado Headphone Line Overview 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/VedailBV7RQ\" title=\"Grado Headphone Line Overview 2026\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Headphone Show presents Audiophile on a budget? 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Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Grado Labs","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45982014472365,"sku":"NEW-GRSR80","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/GRSR80_01_angle_2026__76124.1777041518.1280.1280_b0611389-6b0a-400c-aeed-760b80adcbe5.jpg?v=1778167815"},{"product_id":"grado-timbre-sonata4-phono-cartridge-high-output","title":"Grado Timbre Sonata4 Phono Cartridge - High Output","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X72c618f7e5427726b7f5a606d3cdab0465118c6\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eGrado Timbre Sonata4 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=\"the-nude-stylus-changes-everything\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eThe Nude Stylus Changes Everything\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 Moving Iron Phono Cartridge marks a real turning point in Grado’s wood-body line: it’s where the stylus goes nude. 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; 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 (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 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}],"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=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/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=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/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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Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAudio Advisor Learning Center\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grado Labs","offers":[{"title":"Mono \/ New","offer_id":45982191190189,"sku":"NEW-GRREFER4-MONO","price":1500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/GRREFER4-HIGHLOWMONO_01_angle_2026__16224.1777049823.1280.1280_4f6ebdc5-6bee-47ad-b34f-0d2850c27964.jpg?v=1778167738"},{"product_id":"grado-timbre-platinum4-phono-cartridge-low-output","title":"Grado Timbre Platinum4 Phono Cartridge - Low 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 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Not Aggressive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Grado Classic GS1000 sits just below the flagship GS3000 in Grado's Classic Series, bringing together a 50mm X2 driver, full mahogany housing, and the Signature Gold headband assembly it shares with the flagship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eGrado describes the GS1000 as \"open and effortless\" rather than aggressive, prioritizing scale, air, and genuine spaciousness over the forward immediacy found elsewhere in models like the SR80 and RS1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt's one of the few headphones at any price that consistently earns praise for its soundstage — the genuine sense that music exists around you rather than simply inside your own head.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere the 50mm X2 Driver Earns Its Keep\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Large-Format Driver, Built for Scale\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAt 50mm, the GS1000's driver moves considerably more air than smaller Grado models, contributing to deeper bass extension and an overall presentation that feels genuinely effortless rather than strained in any way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDriver-to-driver matching is held to a genuinely tight 0.05dB tolerance, the best in the Classic Series, ensuring precise stereo balance across every single pair that actually ships out the door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFull Mahogany Housing, Grado's Signature Material\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eGrado has worked with mahogany longer than any other wood, and the GS1000's housing is machined from the solid material for genuine warmth, tonal richness, and a natural resonance character throughout every listening session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eG cushions, the largest in Grado's lineup, position the driver farther from the ear than a standard pad, expanding the soundstage's perceived width and depth quite noticeably as a result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eecoustics.com noted the GS1000 receives the same Signature Gold headband as the flagship GS3000, \"signaling it is not being treated as a cut-rate option\" within the Classic Series lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is the GS1000 Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the widest, most spacious Grado presentation short of the flagship:\u003c\/strong\u003e G cushions and a mahogany housing are built specifically for scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou value premium hardware without paying for the absolute top model:\u003c\/strong\u003e the Signature Gold headband matches the GS3000's own comfort platform\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou do long, focused listening sessions at home:\u003c\/strong\u003e the effortless, unhurried character rewards patience over quick excitement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a genuinely large-format driver:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50mm moves considerably more air than the smaller models below it in the lineup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the widest, most spacious Grado short of the flagship\u003c\/strong\u003e — G cushions and a full mahogany housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe fixed Signature Silver cable terminates in a standard 6.35mm plug, with optional XLR termination available for listeners running a balanced headphone amplifier setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAt 38 ohms and 99.8dB sensitivity, the GS1000 plays from a smartphone or laptop, though it scales noticeably with better amplification given its large, effortless driver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat finishes the system around a GS1000:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — gets noticeably more from this driver than a laptop headphone output alone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — meaningfully improves signal quality feeding into your amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone cables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — optional XLR termination is available for balanced amplifier systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-stands\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone stands\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a proper resting spot for genuine mahogany craftsmanship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eAre these on-ear or over-ear headphones?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe GS1000 uses G cushions, which sit around the ear rather than directly on it, making them effectively circumaural in their geometry rather than on-ear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDo I need a headphone amplifier to use these?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNot strictly, but a dedicated amplifier genuinely helps. This large driver reveals noticeably deeper bass, a wider soundstage, and greater overall control once properly powered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I use these for commuting or at the office?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNot really. The GS1000 is open-back and leaks sound significantly in both directions, so it's built for a quiet room rather than shared or mobile spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat's the difference between the GS1000 and the GS3000?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBoth share the Signature Gold headband and G cushions, but the GS3000 uses a larger 52mm driver in a cocobolo-and-aluminum housing for even greater scale and extension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs optional XLR termination available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes, alongside the standard 6.35mm termination that ships as the default, giving balanced-amplifier owners a genuine connection option straight out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere are these made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBy hand, in Brooklyn, New York, where Grado has assembled headphones since 1953, with each pair passing through multiple workbenches before it ships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eStereoDesignSanDiego presents Stereo Design Grado Statement GS1000i Headphones in HD (Classic).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/H8RnB4Cxcao\" title=\"Stereo Design Grado Statement GS1000i Headphones in HD (Classic)\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHome Studio Basics presents Grado GS1000e Review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/cUBljUTLwWI\" title=\"Grado GS1000e Review\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. 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Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Grado Labs","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45982745493677,"sku":"NEW-GRGS1000","price":1195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/GRGS1000_01_angle_2026__71450.1777044267.1280.1280_2627dd37-bbd5-4d8e-9d54-071c25d2beef.jpg?v=1778167630"},{"product_id":"grado-signature-s950-headphone","title":"Grado Signature S950 Headphone","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Relaxed, Personal Insight Into Your Music\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Grado Signature S950 stays true to the brand's longstanding tradition of using wood in its headphone housings, contrasting deliberately with the more analytical, machined aluminum HP100 SE stablemate sitting above it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA 52mm open-air driver built around a paper composite cone, a high-flux rare earth magnetic circuit, and a copper-plated aluminum voice coil gives the S950 a genuinely neutral, balanced overall character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEvery housing is individually crafted from walnut wood, chosen for its density and resistance to decay, bringing a genuinely relaxed musical presentation with a one-of-a-kind grain on every single pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere the Walnut Wood Housing Earns Its Keep\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Broad, Balanced Brushstroke\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAt 38 ohms and 117dB sensitivity, the S950 reaches a genuinely wide 3.5Hz to 51.5kHz frequency response, with driver matching held to 0.4dB across every single pair that ends up shipping out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhere the HP100 SE is detailed and revealing, the S950 offers a more neutral, broad-brush presentation that lets you settle into what the music is genuinely trying to communicate to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Headband Built for Long Sessions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe S950's headband assembly, first introduced on the Signature HP100 SE, includes 50% more padding than earlier Grado models, plus a stainless-steel band and adjustable height rods for a genuinely personalized fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eG and F cushions both ship in the box, letting you compare the two directly and settle on whichever one you personally find more comfortable and musically satisfying in the end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is the Signature S950 Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a relaxed, broad-brush presentation over analytical precision:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grado specifically tuned this driver for neutral, balanced musicality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou value genuine wood craftsmanship:\u003c\/strong\u003e every walnut housing has a naturally unique grain pattern you won't find on any other pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want tuning flexibility built into the box:\u003c\/strong\u003e G and F cushions are both included so you can compare them directly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want detachable cables for future flexibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e the included Grado Gold cable can be swapped or upgraded as your setup changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want relaxed musicality from a wood-housed Grado\u003c\/strong\u003e — the Signature S950\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe included Grado Gold cable connects via 4-pin mini XLR at each earcup and terminates in a standard 6.3mm plug, ready for desktop headphone amplifiers right out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOptional balanced cables, including 4.4mm and 4-pin XLR terminations, are also available separately if your amplifier happens to support a balanced connection instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat finishes the system around a Signature S950:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — reveals noticeably more detail and control than a portable source alone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a clean digital source feeding your amp matters as much as the amp itself\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone cables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — optional balanced terminations are available alongside the included Grado Gold cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-stands\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone stands\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a proper resting spot for genuine walnut wood craftsmanship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDo I need a headphone amplifier for the Signature S950?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNot strictly, but it's genuinely recommended. A dedicated amplifier reveals noticeably more of what this driver is capable of than a portable source alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow is this different from the HP100 SE?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe HP100 SE uses a machined aluminum housing for a more detailed, revealing character. The S950's walnut housing leans toward a warmer, more relaxed presentation instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does open-back mean for everyday use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSound leaks freely in both directions — people nearby hear your music, and outside noise comes in. Reserve these for quiet home listening, not a commute.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs the cable detachable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. The included Grado Gold cable connects via 4-pin mini XLR, so a damaged or worn cable is a simple swap rather than a repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich cushions should I use, G or F?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBoth ship in the box specifically so you can compare them yourself. Try each pair and settle on whichever one you personally find more satisfying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere is the Signature S950 made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBy hand, in Brooklyn, New York, the same original location where Grado Labs has assembled headphones since 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Audiophile Man presents Grado Signature S950 Review | Brazilian Walnut Headphones – Detail Lovers’ Dream? Too Analytical?.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/0CWS4kJJhZ0\" title=\"Grado Signature S950 Review | Brazilian Walnut Headphones – Detail Lovers’ Dream? Too Analytical?\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMoon Audio presents Grado S950 Review: The Warmer Open-Back Signature Series Headphone | Moon Audio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/R9zo1s1eSx0\" title=\"Grado S950 Review: The Warmer Open-Back Signature Series Headphone | Moon Audio\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about open-back headphones, headphone amplifiers, or how wood housing materials shape sound? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Grado Labs","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45982857887917,"sku":"NEW-GRS950","price":2195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/GRS950_01_angle_2025__03454.1739914932.1280.1280_d36fadd3-e6f1-405e-ba0f-a87a9cf7b5aa.jpg?v=1778160802"},{"product_id":"grado-timbre-opus3-phono-cartridge-low-output","title":"Grado Timbre Opus3 Phono Cartridge - Low Output","description":"\u003ch3\u003eEditors' Choice Award 2024 – \u003cem\u003eThe Absolute Sound\u003c\/em\u003e Magazine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrado's Most Affordable Wooden Body Cartridge\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eBringing extreme levels of clarity over the full frequency range, the Opus3 phono cartridge from Grado Labs is the easiest way to enter the Grado family of wooden-body cartridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Opus3 was built specifically to bring Grado's entry-level and the mid-range phono cartridges closer together, creating an even tighter ecosystem of cartridges. 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":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Material Outlier in Grado's Classic Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Grado Hemp Classic uses a completely different housing material from every other model in the Classic Series: a bi-wood construction combining hempwood and maple, tuned specifically for a fuller, more grounded sound overall throughout the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA 44mm X2 driver is tuned specifically for this housing rather than simply shared across models, favoring warmth and body over the leaner, faster character some smaller Grado models are genuinely known for elsewhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHempwood is made from compressed hemp fibers, cultivated far more rapidly than traditional hardwoods, contributing natural damping and tonal warmth that shapes the Hemp's genuinely distinct character within the entire lineup overall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere the Bi-Wood Housing Earns Its Keep\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHempwood and Maple, Working Together\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHempwood contributes natural damping and warmth, while maple provides structural stability at the driver mounting interface, and together they create a housing that's genuinely tonally distinct within the entire Classic Series lineup overall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDriver-to-driver matching is held to 0.05dB across every pair, keeping left and right channels genuinely well balanced no matter which specific Hemp Classic unit you actually end up receiving in your order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eF Cushions, Tuned for Directness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eF cushions position the driver closer to the ear than the G cushions on the GS models, reinforcing the Hemp's immediate, engaging character with genuinely direct coupling throughout every listening session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Signature Silver headband assembly shares the same engineering foundation as the Signature Gold system on the GS1000 and GS3000, a genuinely real step up from Grado's more basic standard headband design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eecoustics.com called the Hemp \"the material outlier in the lineup,\" noting it \"separates it a bit from the leaner, faster reputation some buyers associate with the brand.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBest of High End described the dual-wood construction as delivering \"a warm, natural sound signature,\" specifically highlighting maple and hemp as a deliberate tonal choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is the Hemp Classic Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou find typical Grado headphones too bright or lean:\u003c\/strong\u003e the Hemp is deliberately tuned warmer and fuller than the rest of the lineup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou value genuinely sustainable materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e hempwood grows and replenishes far faster than conventional hardwood trees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a step up from the standard headband:\u003c\/strong\u003e the Signature Silver assembly is a real upgrade over the SR60 and SR80\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou appreciate a distinctive, one-of-a-kind housing:\u003c\/strong\u003e no two hempwood grain patterns look exactly alike\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a warmer, more grounded character\u003c\/strong\u003e — hemp and maple housings give the Hemp Classic its tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe fixed 8-conductor cable terminates in a 3.5mm plug with a 1\/4\" adapter included, connecting easily to phones, laptops, and dedicated headphone amplifiers right out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOptional XLR termination is also available for listeners running a balanced headphone amplifier setup, though the Hemp's warmer character benefits from genuinely clean, transparent amplification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat finishes the system around a Hemp Classic:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — clean, transparent amplification lets the Hemp's warmth come through without smearing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a clean digital source feeding your amp matters as much as the amp itself\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone cables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — optional XLR termination is available for balanced amplifier systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-stands\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone stands\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a proper resting spot for genuine hempwood craftsmanship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat makes the Hemp different from other Classic Series models?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe material. Every other model uses plastic, aluminum, mahogany, or cocobolo, while the Hemp's bi-wood housing gives it a distinctly fuller, warmer, more grounded acoustic character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is hempwood, exactly?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA wood-like material made from compressed hemp fibers, machined similarly to natural hardwood but grown and replenished considerably faster than conventional trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDo I need a headphone amplifier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNot strictly — the Hemp plays from a phone or laptop at 38 ohms, though a dedicated amplifier brings out noticeably more dynamics and fuller bass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I use this at the office or while commuting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNot really. The Hemp is open-back and leaks sound significantly in both directions, so it's built for a quiet room rather than shared or mobile spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I change the cushions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. F cushions ship installed for the closest, most direct presentation. G cushions push the driver farther away, widening the soundstage considerably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere is the Hemp Classic made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBy hand, in Brooklyn, New York, in the same facility where Grado has assembled headphones since 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Headphone Show presents Grado Hemp Review - High on Mt. Grado, but still Grados.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Bs6gGzgkPiM\" title=\"Grado Hemp Review - High on Mt. Grado, but still Grados\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSteve Guttenberg Audiophiliac presents Comparison Review: Grado HEMP and Audeze LCD1, Sennheiser HD6XX, and Hifiman Sundara headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zgWx32OBxF8\" title=\"Comparison Review: Grado HEMP and Audeze LCD1, Sennheiser HD6XX, and Hifiman Sundara headphones\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about open-back headphones, headphone amplifiers, or how wood housing materials shape sound? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Grado Labs","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45982877679789,"sku":"NEW-GRHEMP","price":495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/GRHEMP_01_front_2026__29869.1777043276.1280.1280_5d120dd6-b130-4df6-8752-659a0eb03f95.jpg?v=1778167654"},{"product_id":"grado-timbre-reference4-phono-cartridge-low-output","title":"Grado Timbre Reference4 Phono Cartridge - Low Output","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X4c885b9638c01b336a3ce109c3127b89c5e78a2\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eGrado Timbre Reference4 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=\"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; 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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 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: 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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: 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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 Red4’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 Red4 compare to the Green4?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Red4 sits a tier above the Green4 in Grado’s line, voiced for greater control and clarity with a smoother, more refined top end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHow does it compare to the Gold4?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Gold4 steps up to a four-piece OTL cantilever assembly, a precision-machined generator, and coils wound using techniques from Grado’s flagship Lineage Series—worth the stretch for maximum Prestige performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoBodyText\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWho is the Red4 designed for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s ideal for vinyl listeners who want a noticeable refinement over entry-level cartridges while keeping the budget sensible.\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 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Labs","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45982943969453,"sku":"NEW-GRRED4","price":190.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/GRRED4_01_angle_2026__00544.1777046333.1280.1280_f27d9b1c-d208-4148-b8ed-d279f4f7bff8.jpg?v=1778167688"},{"product_id":"grado-hp-100se-signature-headphones","title":"Grado HP 100SE Signature Headphones","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA New Design Direction, Built From the Ground Up\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Grado Signature HP100 SE is a contemporary homage to the trailblazing high-end HP1 model, honoring Joseph Grado's legacy while ushering in a genuinely new design direction for the company.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA completely new 52mm driver combines a paper composite cone, a high-flux magnetic circuit using rare earth alloys, and a lightweight copper-plated aluminum voice coil for genuinely musically correct voicing throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe HP100 SE won an Audio Award from Popular Science in 2025, recognition for excellent high-frequency resolution, midrange smoothness, and bass energy delivered with genuinely low distortion throughout every recording.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere the New Driver Design Earns Its Keep\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eMachined Aluminum, Finished in Space Grey\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEach housing is individually machined from specially treated aluminum with the product name engraved on the face, honoring the original Signature HP1 design with a genuinely modern, updated feel throughout the entire build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThis magnetic circuit and voice coil combination produces excellent dynamics and transient response, along with a highly refined sense of space, soundstage, and imaging that reviewers consistently single out for praise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe First Grado With Detachable Cables\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe HP100 SE is the first Grado model to ever feature detachable cables, connecting via 4-pin mini XLR at each housing and terminating in a standard, genuinely widely compatible 6.3mm plug design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA redesigned headband includes 50% more padding than earlier Grado models, with a stainless steel band and adjustable height rods that genuinely minimize listening fatigue over long listening sessions at a desk each day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePopular Science's Tom Ware found it \"shimmery, not shouty, vivid without being oversaturated, and scales sweetly,\" praising how \"no one does it like Grado\" with guitar reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHeadphone.guru's Gary Alan Barker called it \"a true audiophile reference headphone,\" adding it's \"my favorite dynamic headphone I have heard to date\" across every genre tested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is the HP100 SE Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want Grado's most detailed, revealing reference sound:\u003c\/strong\u003e reviewers consistently describe this as their favorite dynamic headphone tested\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want cable flexibility for the first time in Grado's lineup:\u003c\/strong\u003e the detachable system lets you swap or upgrade cables as needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want tuning options built into the box:\u003c\/strong\u003e both G and F cushions ship included for direct comparison\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou appreciate precision-machined modern materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e the individually engraved aluminum housing is a genuine design departure for Grado\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want an analytical, revealing Grado\u003c\/strong\u003e — the HP100 SE is the precise one\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe detachable cable connects via 4-pin mini XLR at each housing and terminates in a standard 6.3mm plug, ready for desktop headphone amplifiers right out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAdditional cable options, including 4-pin XLR and 4.4mm balanced terminations at various lengths, are planned for the future to match different amplifier setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat finishes the system around a Signature HP100 SE:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a genuinely revealing driver rewards a quality dedicated amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a clean digital source feeding your amp matters as much as the amp itself\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone cables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the detachable system opens the door to aftermarket and balanced options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-stands\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone stands\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a proper resting spot for the engraved Space Grey housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDo I need a headphone amplifier for the HP100 SE?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNot strictly, but it's genuinely recommended. As a true reference headphone, it isn't forgiving of weak sources — a dedicated amplifier reveals what this driver can really do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs the cable really detachable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. The HP100 SE was the first Grado model to offer this, connecting via 4-pin mini XLR so a damaged cable is a simple swap rather than a repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich cushions should I use, G or F?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBoth ship in the box specifically so you can compare them yourself. F cushions were standard on the original HP1, HP2, and HP3 models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does open-back mean for everyday use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSound leaks freely in both directions — people nearby hear your music, and outside noise comes in. Reserve these for quiet home listening, not a commute.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow is this different from the Signature S950?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe S950 uses a walnut wood housing for a warmer, more relaxed presentation. The HP100 SE's aluminum housing delivers a more detailed, analytical character instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere is the HP100 SE made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBy hand, in Brooklyn, New York, where Grado has assembled headphones since a kitchen table in 1953, one workbench at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eGrado Labs presents Grado HP100 SE presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jDSo2FDdNbY\" title=\"Grado HP100 SE presentation\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSkeeb23 presents Grado HP100 SE review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/6P_Cth0GWlw\" title=\"Grado HP100 SE review\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about open-back headphones, headphone amplifiers, or getting the most from a dynamic-driver design? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Grado Labs","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45983012716717,"sku":"NEW-GRSIGHP100SE","price":2495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"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":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Grado Green4 Stylus — Replaceable by You, Not by a Dealer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eGrado's replacement stylus for the Prestige Green4 cartridge, sold singly. Grado lists it as the “User replaceable stylus for: 4E-GREEN 4E-GREEN1PC 4E-GREEN1PM” — the standard mount and the P-mount versions of the same cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe phrase “User replaceable” is doing real work there. Grado builds the Prestige series so the stylus comes off the front by hand, which means a worn tip is a part you order rather than a cartridge you retire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFit, Profile and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich Bodies It Belongs On\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eGrado names three part numbers, and all three are Green4 bodies: 4E-GREEN, 4E-GREEN1PC and 4E-GREEN1PM. Whether your Green4 came as a standard half-inch mount or as a P-mount, this is the same stylus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThat is the useful half of the compatibility question. The other half is that Grado's other cartridges are their own designs with their own styli, so the model name on the body is what to check before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Numbers That Matter at Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOn a Green4 body Grado publishes an elliptical diamond, 4 mV of output, a frequency response of 10 Hz – 55,000 Hz, and average channel separation of 25 dB across 10 Hz – 30,000 Hz. Compliance is 20 µm\/mN and the cartridge weighs 6 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTracking force runs 1.6 to 1.9 g. Grado also specifies an input load of 10 kΩ to 47 kΩ, which is wider than most moving magnets ask for and means the cartridge is unfussy about what phono stage it meets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is the Grado Green4 Stylus Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour Green4 is worn\u003c\/strong\u003e — the tip is the consumable and the Flux Bridger generator behind it is not\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have the P-mount version\u003c\/strong\u003e — Grado lists the same stylus for 4E-GREEN1PM as for the standard mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou would rather not realign a cartridge\u003c\/strong\u003e — the stylus comes off the front by hand, so the body stays put\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour phono stage is unusual\u003c\/strong\u003e — a 10 kΩ to 47 kΩ load range takes more inputs in its stride than most\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour cartridge is another Grado model\u003c\/strong\u003e — this is not the matched stylus for those; each takes its own, and they are in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/phono-cartridge-replacement-stylus\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ereplacement styli\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Do You Fit It?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eLeave the cartridge where it is. Draw the old stylus assembly straight off the front of the body and press the new one on until it seats. Nothing about the mounting changes, so set tracking force within Grado's 1.6 to 1.9 g window and the job is complete.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat most Grado owners shop alongside a new stylus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/stylus-force-gauges\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eStylus force gauges\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — how you set the 1.6 to 1.9 g this one asks for\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/stylus-cleaning\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eStylus cleaning\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — what decides how long the new tip lasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/record-cleaning-solutions\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eRecord cleaning solutions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a clean record is the cheapest stylus insurance there is\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/record-brushes\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eRecord brushes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a pass before each side keeps grit out of the groove\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWill it fit my cartridge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eGrado lists it for 4E-GREEN, 4E-GREEN1PC and 4E-GREEN1PM, which covers the Green4 in both standard and P-mount form. Grado's other cartridges each take their own stylus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs the P-mount stylus a different part?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt is not. Grado gives one stylus for all three Green4 part numbers, so the mounting style of your cartridge does not change what you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat tracking force should I set?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eGrado specifies 1.6 to 1.9 g for the Green4. Set it after fitting rather than relying on where the counterweight already sits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow long does a stylus last?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAround 1,000 hours is the usual figure, though it turns on how clean your records are and how accurately the cartridge is set up. A worn tip damages records, so replace it on schedule rather than by ear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/z8DdTh7DWvY\" title=\"How to Change a Grado Prestige Series Stylus\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — 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. The result is lower noise, greater dynamic expression, and outstanding transparency for serious analog systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePatented Flux-Bridge Moving Iron Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrado's moving iron generator combines low moving mass with outstanding tracking accuracy, natural tonal balance, and exceptional musicality.\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\u003eA carefully selected Jarrah wood body minimizes resonance while enhancing clarity, imaging, and tonal realism.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNude Elliptical Diamond Stylus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe nude-mounted elliptical diamond retrieves more low-level detail and tracks complex musical passages with greater precision than bonded designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow Output Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduces a 1.0mV output for use with high-quality phono stages that provide moving-coil gain while retaining standard MM loading characteristics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand-Built in Brooklyn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery Sonata3 is individually assembled and tested by Grado Labs in Brooklyn, New York, continuing a family tradition that began in 1953.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremium Grado Timbre Series performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePatented Flux-Bridge moving iron technology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAustralian Jarrah wood body controls resonance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNude elliptical diamond for greater detail and tracking accuracy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand-built in Brooklyn, New York\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eUpscale Audio presents Grado Timbre Sonata3 presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/kz9IzFYhF1U\" title=\"Grado Timbre Sonata3 presentation\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n","brand":"Grado Labs","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45983031820461,"sku":"NEW-GRSONATA3-LO","price":600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45983031853229,"sku":"DEMO-GRSONATA3-LO","price":499.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/GRSONATA3_H_01-Large__38801.1726514922.1280.1280_7ee494e1-7576-44b3-9f81-5af286d47bd5.jpg?v=1778097743"},{"product_id":"grado-prestige-green4-phono-cartridge","title":"Grado Prestige Green4 Phono Cartridge","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"Xf035577aaecf6a45e8bc045e2d68b84b9c82900\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eGrado Prestige Green4 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=\"X8907e63ea53988d219aeac18c7472e641d6b42e\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eHand-Built Brooklyn Sound at an Entry-Level Price\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 Green4 Moving Iron Phono Cartridge brings genuine American hand-built quality to any turntable. 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; 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Headphone","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Most Accessible Way Into Grado's Signature Line\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Grado Signature S550 is the newest and most approachable member of Grado's Signature Line, the brand's premium tier sitting genuinely above the entire Classic Series in overall build and refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA 50mm S2 dynamic driver, the same platform found in the pricier Signature S750, is tuned specifically for the S550's Brazilian Walnut housing rather than simply shared unchanged across models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThat pairing delivers a genuinely warmer, more forgiving presentation than the aluminum-housed S750, while still genuinely preserving the speed, detail, and openness that Grado listeners have always come to expect from the brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere the Walnut Housing Earns Its Keep\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA 50mm Driver Tuned Specifically for Wood\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEach earcup housing is individually crafted from Brazilian Walnut, with natural grain variations making every single pair genuinely one of a kind rather than mass-produced and completely identical to the next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAt 38 ohms and 112dB sensitivity, the S550 reaches a wide 6Hz to 44kHz frequency response, with driver matching held to a genuinely tight 0.05dB across every single pair that ships out the door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Detachable Cable, at Last\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEach earcup connects via a 4-pin balanced mini XLR connector, a genuine departure from Grado's long legacy of permanently attached cables that lets you swap or upgrade as needed later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe included Signature Silver cable is lighter, softer, and more flexible than Grado's older cables, and at just 335 grams, the S550 stays genuinely comfortable through many hours of continuous listening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eGear Patrol found the S550's walnut-tuned driver delivers \"a warmer and more forgiving character\" than the S750, calling it genuinely the most affordable entry point into Grado's entire Signature series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eecoustics.com called it \"a meaningful shift in voicing for Grado,\" easing back from the brand's traditionally forward presentation to introduce genuine warmth and a noticeably smoother top end overall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is the Signature S550 Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want an accessible entry into Grado's Signature Line:\u003c\/strong\u003e the S550 sits below the S750, S950, and flagship HP100 SE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou prefer a warm, musical, fatigue-free sound:\u003c\/strong\u003e reviewers consistently describe this as more forgiving than Grado's typically forward character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou value handcrafted quality and unique aesthetics:\u003c\/strong\u003e every pair features genuinely one-of-a-kind walnut wood grain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want cable flexibility for the first time at this tier:\u003c\/strong\u003e the detachable 4-pin mini XLR system lets you swap cables as needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want Grado Signature warmth\u003c\/strong\u003e — the S550 is the relaxed entry to the line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe detachable Signature Silver cable terminates in a 3.5mm mini plug with a 6.3mm adapter included, covering portable players, phones, and desktop amplifiers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOptional balanced cables with 4-pin XLR or 4.4mm Pentaconn terminations are available separately, letting you match the cable to your amplifier's specific output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat finishes the system around a Signature S550:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — gives the S550 more dynamic headroom and tighter bass control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — dramatically improves sound quality over a device's built-in audio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone cables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the detachable 4-pin mini XLR system lets you upgrade or swap cables freely\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-stands\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone stands\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a proper resting spot to show off that genuine walnut wood grain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow does the S550 compare to the Signature S750?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBoth use the same 50mm S2 driver, but the S550's walnut housing delivers a warmer, more forgiving presentation than the S750's aluminum enclosure, which leans slightly more forward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDo I need a headphone amplifier to drive the S550?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNot strictly. At 38 ohms and 112dB sensitivity, it plays enjoyably from a phone or laptop, though a quality amplifier genuinely adds dynamic headroom and tighter bass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I use a balanced cable with the S550?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. The 4-pin balanced mini XLR connectors support optional balanced cables with 4-pin XLR or 4.4mm Pentaconn terminations, sold separately from Grado.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs every pair really unique?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. Because the housings are crafted from real Brazilian Walnut, natural grain variations mean no two pairs ever look exactly the same as each other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does open-back mean for everyday use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSound leaks freely in both directions — people nearby hear your music, and outside noise comes in. Reserve these for quiet home listening, not a commute.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat comes in the box?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe S550 headphone with Brazilian Walnut housings, the detachable Signature Silver cable, a 6.3mm adapter, and B cushions already installed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTaps Das presents Grado Signature S550 review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/4Je691dbDAE\" title=\"Grado Signature S550 review\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAV Atmos presents Grado Signature S550 Open-back Headphone Debuts with new S2 Drivers with a Brazilian Walnut housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/niwMPKy_feU\" title=\"Grado Signature S550 Open-back Headphone Debuts with new S2 Drivers with a Brazilian Walnut housing\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about open-back headphones, headphone amplifiers, or how wood housing materials shape sound? 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The mini adaptor cable is constructed of the same high quality wire as their headphone cable. Grado guarantees no degradation of sonic quality with Grado headphones while using their mini adaptor cable. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grado Labs","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45983181668525,"sku":"NEW-GRMINADP","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/GRMINADP_01-Large__30669.1718293192.1280.1280_ab80e69b-a471-4ac7-a5e9-3dcfcbb4b615.jpg?v=1778118784"},{"product_id":"grado-timbre-platinum4-phono-cartridge-mono","title":"Grado Timbre Platinum4 Phono Cartridge - Mono","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"X88191bac414e94e66711b2e9c291041998df911\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eGrado Timbre Platinum4 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=\"olive-wood-warmth-dedicated-to-mono\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eOlive Wood Warmth, Dedicated to 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 Grado Timbre Platinum4 Mono Moving Iron Phono Cartridge pairs the hand-carved Mediterranean olive wood body and 6N OCC copper coils of the stereo Platinum4 with a generator purpose-built for mono records. 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; line-height: 6.0pt; mso-line-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":"Mono \/ New","offer_id":45983321391277,"sku":"NEW-GRPLATINUM4-MONO","price":400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/GRPLATINUM4_01_angle_2026__38111.1777046088.1280.1280_96158311-cdb2-4ea9-819c-072bcbb98060.jpg?v=1778167878"},{"product_id":"grado-12-foot-6-3mm-headphone-extension-cable-12-conductor","title":"Grado 12 Foot 6.3mm Headphone Extension Cable 12 Conductor","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eGrado's 12-Conductor Extension Cable Adds 12 Feet of Reach\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA headphone cable must physically match both ends of the chain: the connector on your headphones and the connector on your amplifier or DAC. Getting either wrong means the cable simply will not plug in, which is why the fit matters as much as the build quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eGrado's 12-Conductor Extension Cable adds 12 feet of reach between your headphones and your amplifier, built from the same high-quality super-annealed copper wire used in Grado's own X-Series headphone cables, with braided sheathing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTwelve Conductors of Super-Annealed Copper\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eGrado builds this extension with twelve individual conductors, all the same high-quality super-annealed copper wire used in its own X-Series headphone cables, with braided sheathing over the whole bundle for durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eNo Degradation of Sonic Quality, Grado Says, With Its Own Headphones\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eGrado guarantees no degradation of sonic quality with Grado headphones while using this extension cable. For longer runs, Grado says the cable may be piggybacked up to 3 cables together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Connectors, Explained\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThis cable terminates in a 1\/4\" (6.35mm) plug at one end and a 1\/4\" (6.35mm) jack at the other end, extending any headphone cable that already ends in a standard 1\/4\" plug.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Headphone Cable Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour headphone cable is too short to reach comfortably from your listening position\u003c\/strong\u003e — this 12-foot extension adds substantial reach without replacing your existing cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou own Grado headphones\u003c\/strong\u003e — Grado guarantees no degradation of sonic quality with its own headphones on this extension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want more conductors than Grado's standard 4-conductor extension\u003c\/strong\u003e — this version uses twelve conductors instead of four\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou need more than 12 feet of total reach\u003c\/strong\u003e — Grado says up to 3 of its extension cables can be piggybacked together for longer runs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour headphone cable ends in something other than a 1\/4\" plug\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003echeck the connector on your existing cable\u003c\/a\u003e before ordering; this extension only accepts a 1\/4\" male plug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePlug your existing headphone cable's 1\/4\" male plug into this extension's female jack, and the extension's own 1\/4\" male plug into the headphone output on your amplifier or DAC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThen power up the system as usual. Other and longer lengths available. Call for prices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA headphone cable is one link between your headphones and an amplifier or DAC. It usually joins these categories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the amp end of this cable plugs directly into one\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphones\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the cable only helps once it's matched to the right pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital-to-Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — many desktop DACs include a headphone output this cable can feed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-accessories\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone Accessories\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — stands, cases and other gear for the same headphone this cable serves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat's the difference between this and Grado's 4-conductor extension?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThis version uses twelve conductors instead of four, at a longer 12-foot length instead of 15 feet. Grado's own construction language, super-annealed copper with braided sheathing, is otherwise the same across both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat happens if I order the wrong connector for my headphones?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt simply won't plug in. Headphone connectors aren't interchangeable the way many amplifier connectors are, so check your headphones' own connector, and the amp-end plug your amplifier or DAC uses, before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I chain more than one of these together?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. Grado says the cable may be piggybacked up to 3 cables for longer total runs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs there a step up?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNot in the Grado headphone extension line we carry. The 12-foot 12-Conductor cable is the top of that range. If you want to go further, call us and we will talk through the whole chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about headphone cables, headphone amplifiers, or system setup? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Grado Labs","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45983480086701,"sku":"NEW-GREXT12","price":109.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/AGRAACCEXT_grande_b8a69b5f-edb8-4f07-856d-00d283f1f225.webp?v=1785610633"},{"product_id":"grado-headphone-replacement-i-cushions-pair","title":"Grado Headphone Replacement I-Cushions - Pair","description":"\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThis pair of comfortable replacement ear cushions fits the Grado iGrado model headphone. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grado Labs","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45983480283309,"sku":"NEW-GRICUSH","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/GRICUSH_01_2024__78864.1718374774.1280.1280_367c3e44-308e-470b-a66c-a52a5200ff3a.jpg?v=1778118802"},{"product_id":"grado-timbre-opus4-phono-cartridge-high-output-1","title":"Grado Timbre Opus4 Phono Cartridge - High Output","description":"\u003c!-- SECTION 3D: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is the Grado Opus4?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA phono cartridge is the small device at the end of your tonearm that holds the stylus — the tiny diamond tip that rides inside your record’s groove. As the stylus moves with the groove, the cartridge converts that motion into an electrical signal. That signal travels to your phono stage, then your amplifier, and then your speakers as music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Grado Opus4 is a \u003cstrong\u003emoving iron cartridge\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is different from the more common moving magnet (MM) or moving coil (MC) types. In a moving iron design, both the magnets and coils stay fixed inside the body. A tiny piece of iron at the tip of the cantilever moves between them. Because iron is lighter than a magnet, the moving mass is lower — which helps the stylus track the groove more accurately without working as hard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrado calls their version of this design the \u003cstrong\u003eFlux-Bridge\u003c\/strong\u003e. It’s patented and has been refined over decades of production in Brooklyn, New York.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Entry Point Into Grado’s Wood-Body Line\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Opus4 is the entry point into Grado’s \u003cstrong\u003eTimbre Series\u003c\/strong\u003e — the company’s range of wood-body cartridges. Below the Opus4 is the Prestige Series, which uses plastic bodies and user-replaceable styli. Above it are the Platinum4, Sonata4, Master4, and Reference4, each stepping up in body material, cantilever refinement, and internal coil purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Opus4 is where you make the jump from plastic to wood. That’s not just aesthetic. A wood body helps damp the mechanical resonances that build up inside a cartridge during play. Those resonances can color the sound. 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=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/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=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/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=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/record-cleaning-machines\"\u003eBrowse Record Cleaning Machines\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/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=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/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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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=\"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; 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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 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=\"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=\"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; 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