Grado Phono Cartridges (Reference Series)

Grado The Platinum2

 

 

 

Sonata2 & Platinum2 Cartridge

 

 

 

 

 

Buy Grado Cartridge Online

The newly redesigned Platinum2 and Sonata2 have had their coil design reconfigured, and the effective moving mass of their generating system has been reduced by 17%. All this is hand-assembled within a machined, new processed, Australian Jarrah wood housing. The Platinum1 and Sonata1 models use a modified four piece OTL cantilever technology achieving a 10% tip mass reduction over the Prestige series and ultra-high purity long crystal (UHPLC) oxygen free copper wire in the coils. The Platinum model uses Grado’s specially designed elliptical diamond mounted on a brass bushing, and the Sonata model uses Grado’s specially designed nude elliptical diamond.

 


NAD C 316BEE Stereo Integrated Amplifier

C316BEE Stereo Amplifier

The scene-stealing C 315BEE, an award-winning design that exceeded all expectations, has given rise to the C 316BEE Integrated Amplifier. The C 316BEE promises improved power efficiency, a healthy dose of ‘green’ attributes, and serious musical performance. The C 316BEE offers entry-level affordability and for many there will never be a need for another amplifier. With class-leading specifications for noise, distortion, power, stereo separation and volume control tracking, the C 316BEE sets new benchmarks for performance, both measured and audible. The sonic result is a relaxed and inviting sound that digs out the subtle details in your favourite recordings and presents them across a panoramic stereo sound stage.

Read the review here:

- CNET – NAD’s overachieving budget audiophile amplifier
True, the NAD C 316BEE integrated amp isn’t exactly feature-laden, and it’s rated at a mere 40 watts per channel, but it sounds sweet!

Grado Phono Cartridges (Prestige Series)

 

Buy Grado Prestige Cartridges Online

Grado Green1 Cartridge

 

 

 

Grado Black1 & Green1 Cartridge

Black1- $120, Green1 – $145

 

 

 

 

The newly redesigned Black1 and Green1 have had their coil design reconfigured, and the effective moving mass of their generating system has been reduced by 17%. The Black1 and Green1 models use a three piece OTL cantilever technology, standard oxygen free wire in the coils and Grado’s specially designed elliptical diamond mounted in a brass bushing. The Green1 model is selected from the Black1 production run and meets higher test specifications. Approximately 15% of the production run will meet these standards and become Green1 models.

 


 

Grado Red1 Cartridge

 

 

Grado Blue1 & Red1 Cartridge

Blue1- $195, Red1 – $245

 

 

 

 

The newly redesigned Blue1 and Red1 have had their coil design reconfigured, and the effective moving mass of their generating system has been reduced by 17%. The Blue1 and Red1 models use a four piece OTL cantilever technology, standard oxygen free wire in the coils and Grado’s specially designed elliptical diamond mounted on a brass bushing. The Red1 model is selected from the Blue1 production run and meets higher test specifications. Approximately 10% of the production run will meet these standards and become Red1 models.

 


 

Grado Gold Cartridge

 

 

 

Grado Silver1 & Gold1 Cartridge

Silver1- $340, Gold1 – $380

 

 

 

The newly redesigned Silver1 and Gold1 have had their coil design reconfigured, and the effective moving mass of their generating system has been reduced by 17%. The Silver1 and gold1 models use a four piece OTL cantilever technology, ultra-high purity long crystal (UHPLC) oxygen free copper wire in the coils and Grado’s specially designed elliptical diamond mounted on a brass bushing. The Gold1 model is selected from the Silver1 production run and meets higher test specifications. Approximately 5% of the production run meet these standards and become Gold1 models.

 


 

Grado ME+ Cartridge

 

Grado Model MC+ & ME+ Cartridges

MC+ – $145, ME+ – $240

 

 

 

 

There are many analog lovers with record collections that include mono albums. Grado offers two new cartridge models in a mono version. The MC+ and the ME+ are mounted with an elliciptical diamond. The ME+ uses one of GRADO’s upgraded generating systems. All wooden body cartridges are available in mono version. This will make your records quieter and enhance the musical pleasure of these recordings.

 


 

Grado DJ200i Cartridge

Grado Model DJ100i & DJ200i Cartridges

 

DJ100i – $115, DJ200i – $195

 

 

 

Built and designed to meet the demanding needs of the professional DJ musician, these cartridges deliver performance never known before in the pro DJ market. The Grado specially engineered transmission line cantilever allows for the ideal transfer of music signal and for safe and effective stylus back-cueing. The DJ series can track from 2 to 5 grams, and delivers the warm musical Grado sound the audio industry has embraced and enjoyed for 50 years.

The DJ series incorporates our newest Flux-Bridger generator systems for lower effective tip mass and lower electrical inductance. Each DJ series cartridge is hand assembled to Grado’s high standards, which contributes to the unchallenged consistency of performance, and the Grado guarantee of reliability. The DJ series of cartridges are the most advanced phono pickups ever offered to the professional DJ market, without exception.

Turntable Platter Mats

As the result of a recently fun DIY project, Retrophonic is producing these wool felt turntable mats under our house brand. We have lots of these turntable platter mats in assorted colours. More colours & patterns are being added regularly to the inventory.

Felt is a non-woven cloth that is produced by matting, condensing and pressing woollen fibres. It is often used as damper to reduce vibration and absorb unwanted noise.

We currently have red & black in stock. You can purchase these online from Jan 2013 onwards at SGD5 each.