{"product_id":"vpi-goldy-mc-phono-cartridge","title":"VPI Goldy MC Phono Cartridge","description":"\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":565,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":618,\"abs_y\":-740}'\u003eVPI Shirley MM Phono Cartridge, VPI's Entry-Level Moving Magnet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":78,\"w\":565,\"h\":97,\"abs_x\":618,\"abs_y\":-671}'\u003eThe VPI Shirley is VPI's entry-level moving magnet phono cartridge, a stereo dual-magnet design that makes it easy to bring genuine VPI analog character to your turntable. It is named in honour of Shirley Green, a beloved, longtime member of the VPI family who helped the company from its earliest days. A dependable, easy-to-use cartridge for everyday listening, the Shirley is available now at Vinyl Sound in Buffalo, NY USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":192,\"w\":565,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":618,\"abs_y\":-557}'\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":226,\"w\":565,\"h\":97,\"abs_x\":618,\"abs_y\":-523}'\u003eThe Shirley is a stereo dual moving magnet cartridge with an elliptical stylus for reliable tracking and clear detail across a wide range of records. Its 4.0 mV output works with any standard moving magnet phono input, and its 1.5 to 2.0 g tracking-force range makes setup straightforward on most tonearms. It is an ideal first upgrade or replacement cartridge for VPI and other turntables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":340,\"w\":565,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":618,\"abs_y\":-409}'\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":373,\"w\":565,\"h\":157,\"abs_x\":618,\"abs_y\":-376}'\u003e\n\u003ctbody bis_size='{\"x\":15,\"y\":376,\"w\":559,\"h\":151,\"abs_x\":621,\"abs_y\":-373}'\u003e\n\u003ctr bis_size='{\"x\":15,\"y\":376,\"w\":559,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":621,\"abs_y\":-373}'\u003e\n\u003cth bis_size='{\"x\":15,\"y\":376,\"w\":176,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":621,\"abs_y\":-373}'\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth bis_size='{\"x\":193,\"y\":376,\"w\":380,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":799,\"abs_y\":-373}'\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr bis_size='{\"x\":15,\"y\":402,\"w\":559,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":621,\"abs_y\":-347}'\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":15,\"y\":402,\"w\":176,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":621,\"abs_y\":-347}'\u003eItem Code\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":193,\"y\":402,\"w\":380,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":799,\"abs_y\":-347}'\u003eVPI-SHI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr bis_size='{\"x\":15,\"y\":427,\"w\":559,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":621,\"abs_y\":-322}'\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":15,\"y\":427,\"w\":176,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":621,\"abs_y\":-322}'\u003eCartridge Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":193,\"y\":427,\"w\":380,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":799,\"abs_y\":-322}'\u003eStereo dual moving magnet (MM)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr bis_size='{\"x\":15,\"y\":453,\"w\":559,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":621,\"abs_y\":-296}'\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":15,\"y\":453,\"w\":176,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":621,\"abs_y\":-296}'\u003eStylus Shape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":193,\"y\":453,\"w\":380,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":799,\"abs_y\":-296}'\u003eElliptical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr bis_size='{\"x\":15,\"y\":479,\"w\":559,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":621,\"abs_y\":-270}'\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":15,\"y\":479,\"w\":176,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":621,\"abs_y\":-270}'\u003eOutput Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":193,\"y\":479,\"w\":380,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":799,\"abs_y\":-270}'\u003e4.0 mV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr bis_size='{\"x\":15,\"y\":504,\"w\":559,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":621,\"abs_y\":-245}'\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":15,\"y\":504,\"w\":176,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":621,\"abs_y\":-245}'\u003eTracking Force\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd bis_size='{\"x\":193,\"y\":504,\"w\":380,\"h\":23,\"abs_x\":799,\"abs_y\":-245}'\u003e1.5 to 2.0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":531,\"w\":565,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":618,\"abs_y\":-218}'\u003eWhy Buy from Vinyl Sound?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":564,\"w\":565,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":618,\"abs_y\":-185}'\u003eVinyl Sound is an authorized VPI dealer in Buffalo, NY USA. The Shirley comes with full manufacturer warranty and expert support from our team, and we can help you match and install it on the right turntable and phono stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":639,\"w\":565,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":618,\"abs_y\":-110}'\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":673,\"w\":565,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":618,\"abs_y\":-76}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":673,\"w\":316,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":618,\"abs_y\":-76}'\u003eQ: What phono input does the VPI Shirley need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":328,\"y\":673,\"w\":0,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":934,\"abs_y\":-76}'\u003eA: The Shirley is a moving magnet cartridge with a 4.0 mV output, so it works with any standard MM phono input or phono preamp. Its recommended tracking force is 1.5 to 2.0 g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":767,\"w\":565,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":618,\"abs_y\":18}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":767,\"w\":253,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":618,\"abs_y\":18}'\u003eQ: Is the Shirley a good first cartridge?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":265,\"y\":767,\"w\":0,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":871,\"abs_y\":18}'\u003eA: Yes. As VPI's entry-level moving magnet cartridge with an elliptical stylus, the Shirley is an easy, dependable choice for a first cartridge or a replacement, pairing well with VPI turntables such as the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vinylsound.com\/products\/vpi-fm1-b-forever-model-one-turntable\" bis_size='{\"x\":150,\"y\":826,\"w\":119,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":756,\"abs_y\":77}'\u003eForever Model One\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":861,\"w\":565,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":618,\"abs_y\":112}'\u003e\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":861,\"w\":270,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":618,\"abs_y\":112}'\u003eQ: Is the VPI Shirley available in the USA?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":282,\"y\":861,\"w\":0,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":888,\"abs_y\":112}'\u003eA: Yes. The VPI Shirley moving magnet cartridge is available at Vinyl Sound, an authorized VPI dealer in Buffalo, NY USA. Contact us for installation and setup advice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53854009983283,"sku":null,"price":1300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0873\/0293\/0739\/files\/VPIGoldyMCPhonoCartridge.png?v=1786675807","url":"https:\/\/vinylsound.com\/products\/vpi-goldy-mc-phono-cartridge","provider":"Vinyl Sound USA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}