What model Grado cartridge is this?

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  1. Citroen

    Citroen vinylholic Thread Starter

    Does anyone know what model this Grado cart is?

    I think its a Grado Signature (which means around the 80's?).
    There are no markings on the stylus, and the colour of the "nipples" looks like brass (but pics make them look pinkish), so probably a later addition.

    Any idea of what stylus this is or how to identify it?

    The cantilever looks white, like oxidised silver coloured metal.
    The only markings on the cartridge body are "1083", on the top black plastic bit that attaches to the headshell. Does this mean it was made in Oct 1983?

    Any thoughts or links much appreciated.

    BTW, it sounds fine. On the darker side.

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  2. Jim T

    Jim T Forum Resident

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    Stylus looks in great shape. I would send the photos to Grado and ask them.
     
  3. brooklyn

    brooklyn I'm all ears

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  4. Apesbrain

    Apesbrain Forum Resident

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    Or a Grado Gold.
     
  5. rob303

    rob303 Forum Resident

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  6. jazz8588

    jazz8588 Forum Resident

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    +1
     
  7. Citroen

    Citroen vinylholic Thread Starter

    Thanks for the replies.

    What I can gather, the newer Prestige series doesn't have the JG in a circle on the bottom of the cart, and this was reserved for the Signature Series (of the 80's?)

    Maybe its got a Grado Gold stylus in it?

    Don't know why I didn't think of that in the first place! Cheers :)
    PS Their Contact Us can't send pics. Will see what they have to say.
     
  8. Jim T

    Jim T Forum Resident

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    Once you've written or called them I'll bet they'll be in touch.
     
  9. jfine

    jfine Forum Resident

    marcmorin over at audiokarma probably knows.
     
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