Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 days ago
Capturing a voice like Elton John’s requires extraordinary precision.
In this clip from Touched by Gold, Elton John explains why some of the world’s best studio microphones use gold.
Thanks to gold’s unique physical properties, it plays a quiet but essential role in high‑end audio recording, helping preserve clarity, warmth and detail - from legendary performances to modern music production.
Touched by Gold uncovers the remarkable ways gold supports innovation, creativity and human expression, often behind the scenes.
About World Gold Council
We're the global experts on gold. The content we post here ranges from investment insights and market trends, to responsible gold mining and gold's many uses in our world.
Important Notice: This is not a recommendation or offer for the purchase or sale of any securities, investment products or services. Diversification does not guarantee any investment returns or eliminate risk of loss. Physical gold is an unregulated investment and its value is variable. Past investment performance is not a reliable guide to future performance. Please read the full disclaimer at: invest.gold/disclaimer.
Capturing a voice like Elton John’s requires extraordinary precision.
In this clip from Touched by Gold, Elton John explains why some of the world’s best studio microphones use gold.
Thanks to gold’s unique physical properties, it plays a quiet but essential role in high‑end audio recording, helping preserve clarity, warmth and detail - from legendary performances to modern music production.
Touched by Gold uncovers the remarkable ways gold supports innovation, creativity and human expression, often behind the scenes.
About World Gold Council
We're the global experts on gold. The content we post here ranges from investment insights and market trends, to responsible gold mining and gold's many uses in our world.
Important Notice: This is not a recommendation or offer for the purchase or sale of any securities, investment products or services. Diversification does not guarantee any investment returns or eliminate risk of loss. Physical gold is an unregulated investment and its value is variable. Past investment performance is not a reliable guide to future performance. Please read the full disclaimer at: invest.gold/disclaimer.
