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v.1.7.3 updated 01/24/2026

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[Test Note] Check Empire 2000E/III on my setup

Goldring 1042

Stylus: D42
Series: 1000 Series
Type: ММ
Stylus Shape: Fritz Gyger[ radii (mil / µm) 6 µm radius (Gyger S) ]
Class: Audiophile

Mounting: standard 1/2"
Weight & Dimensions (H×W×D): 6.3 g
Output Voltage: 6.5 mV
Frequency Response: 20–20 000 Hz
Channel Separation: 25 dB
Channel Balance: ≤ 2 dB
Recommended Load: 47 kΩ || 150–200 pF
Tracking Force: 1.5–2.0 g (nominal 1.7 g)
VTA: 24°
Compliance Value: 24 mm/N (lat); 16 mm/N (vert) — static compliance

Replacement

LP Gear

GLDD042

Fritz Gyger

add 01/29/2026 · upd. 01/29/2026