Sonata4

About the Sonata4

The Grado Sonata4 phono cartridge builds on the legacy of previous Sonata models with refined manufacturing techniques, including special paint-based coil insulation for improved shielding, a two-step shielding process, and ultra-high-purity long-crystal oxygen-free copper coils. It employs Grado's OTL (Optimized Transmission Line) cantilever design with a nude elliptical diamond stylus, delivering extreme precision, undistorted signal path, and a lush, detailed sound with glorious midrange, taut bass, and silky treble. Available in high-output and low-output versions, it offers compatibility with standard MM phono stages (high output) or MC setups with step-up transformers (low output). Hand-built with meticulous care, it reduces mechanical noise and tracking issues while providing a natural, engaging musical flow.