Goldring E3 MM Cartridge

The Goldring E3 is a premium model in Goldring’s E-series of moving magnet (MM) cartridges – engineered for music lovers seeking excellent detail, clarity and warmth from their vinyl records. Positioned just below the flagship E4 cartridge, the E3 delivers outstanding performance at a highly competitive price point.

Ideal for medium-mass tonearms, the E3 is a perfect upgrade from stock cartridges – offering precision tracking and reduced distortion. Whether you're rediscovering old records or spinning new pressings, the Goldring E3 ensures an immersive listening experience.

Compared to the E1 and E2, the E3 offers improved clarity and stereo imaging thanks to its superior stylus and cantilever construction. It competes closely with models like the Ortofon 2M Blue and Audio-Technica VM95EN – at an attractive price point.

Goldring E3 comes with a 0.3 x 0.7 mil super elliptical bonded stylus on aluminium cantilever whose main effect  is the reduction of sibilance, especially in high level vocal recordings.

The E series is the successor of the Goldring Elan’s and Goldring Elektra’s and uses Magnetic Duplex Technology which improves stereo rendition. The E-family has threaded inserts which allows you to mount the cartridge more easily to the headshell using only screws. 

Goldring E3 presents a fluid and musical sound with good high frequency detail due the smaller front-to-back radius of the elliptical stylus. 

All styli in the E-series are interchangeable:

Manufacturer's SKU: GL0058

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