Grado Statement 2

With its extreme Moving Iron principle, Statement 2 combines an incredibly low moving mass with an astonishingly high output voltage, from which even the highest quality MC phono inputs benefit. The resolution and the dynamics resulting from the homogeneous whole are characteristic highlights of the Statement 2. Its wooden body, made from the trunk of an Australian eucalyptus tree, not only looks noble, but also provides the Moving Iron system with exactly the damping characteristics it needs for its unique sound experience. The complete frequency spectrum of this dream system is characterised by an incredible cleanliness and naturalness. Even serene listeners will immediately be captivated by the extremely realistic spatial reproduction of a Grado Statement 2. With this scanner, music seems to emerge from nowhere. Knowing full well that a Statement 2 will probably remain unattainable for many interested listeners, one should at least once hear such a masterpiece by John Grado. The sonic experience is not forgotten.

Technical specifications

• Type: MI cartridge
• Special features: Jarrah wood body, gold coil wire, Boron needle carrier, UHPLC coils
• output voltage: 1.0 mV
• Weight: 10 grams
• frequency response: 8 - 70,000 Hz
• Needle compliance: 20 µm/mN
• Channel separation: 30 dB (10 - 30,000 Hz)
• Terminal impedance: 47 kΩ
• Recommended contact force: 1.5 - 1.8 grams