Condition: Untested. The cartridge has a clean body with clear, legible Empire 808E lettering. The mounting pins are intact, and the genuine Empire red stylus grip is in excellent cosmetic condition. The stylus is present, but because it has not been tested, playback performance and remaining stylus life are unknown. Please review all photos carefully, as they are part of the description.

Details: This is an original Empire 808E moving-iron phono cartridge fitted with a genuine Empire red elliptical (E-ERD) stylus. It features a standard ½-inch mount, making it compatible with most turntables that accept standard cartridge mounts.

Collector Highlights: Original Empire cartridge paired with a genuine Empire stylus—not an aftermarket replacement. Empire cartridges are well regarded for their smooth tracking and warm, balanced sound. This vintage example is offered as found and is an excellent candidate for a collection, restoration, or use after proper testing and setup.