Grado Aeon 4 Phono Cartridge

The Grado Aeon 4 Phono Cartridge is a reference-tier moving-iron transducer engineered for vinyl enthusiasts seeking uncoloured resolution through high-gain amplification. Positioned within Grado's flagship Lineage Series, the cartridge pairs a handcrafted Brazilian ebony wood housing with an ultra-low-mass generator system utilising Joseph Grado's patented Flux-Bridger architecture. Equipped with a nude Shibata diamond mounted on a rigid sapphire cantilever, the assembly traces intricate groove modulations with exacting phase accuracy and wide channel separation.The Hi-Fi Centre Team TakeLiving with the Grado Aeon 4 Phono Cartridge reveals a presentation focused entirely on tonal texture and effortless acoustic space during long evening sessions. The low-output moving-iron architecture delivers the swift transient response typical of moving-coil designs while maintaining the lush, organic midrange presence that defines analogue playback at home. Instrumental outlines remain locked in three dimensions against a quiet background, allowing intimate acoustic recordings to fill the room without inducing listening fatigue. The Grado Aeon 4 Phono Cartridge translates archival pressings and modern heavyweight vinyl with an even-handed, immersive composure.Key Features Flux-Bridger Generator Architecture: Fixed-coil moving-iron configuration lowers effective moving mass to deliver swift transient recovery and balanced channel output. Sapphire and Shibata Assembly: Nude Shibata diamond stylus mounted to a sapphire cantilever tracks intricate micro-groove details while suppressing vinyl surface noise. Brazilian Ebony Housing: Handcrafted hardwood body damps internal mechanical resonances to produce stable, natural harmonic reproduction. Authorised Dealer Guarantee: Hi-Fi Centre provides verified authenticity, full manufacturer warranty protection, and dedicated post-purchase technical support. Technical Specifications Brand: Grado Labs Model: Aeon 4 Series: Lineage Series Cartridge Type: Moving Iron (MI) Body Material: Brazilian Ebony Wood Cantilever: Sapphire Stylus Type: Nude Shibata Diamond Output Voltage: 1.0 mV at 5 cm/s (45 degrees) Frequency Response: 5 Hz – 70 kHz Channel Separation: Average 30 dB (10 Hz – 30 kHz) Recommended Tracking Force: 1.6 g – 1.9 g Input Load Impedance: 10 kΩ – 47 kΩ Internal Resistance: 74 Ω Inductance: 8 mH Compliance: 20 μm/mN Cartridge Weight: 10.5 g