Audio-Technica AT33xMLB Dual Moving Coil Stereo Cartridge

The AT33x Series is the first major overhaul of the AT33 in years, bringing new warmth and fullness to music. Technological advances, including the first use of die-cast zinc at the cartridge base, minimise resonance and boost mid-to-low frequency expressiveness, ensuring you hear the finest details across the entire audio spectrum. The AT33xMLB is engineered for high-resolution tracking. It features a microlinear nude stylus on a solid boron tapered cantilever, capable of capturing the subtlest groove details. This precision is ideal for detailed orchestral recordings and high-fidelity records made since the late 1970s. A new piano wire suspension enhances tracking accuracy, slightly lowering dynamic compliance for more substantial audio, particularly in the mid-low range. Key Features: Microlinear Stylus: Tracks the record groove with incredible accuracy, providing more nuanced sound reproduction than standard elliptical or conical styli. Solid Boron Cantilever: Tapered design ensures rapid vibration transmission for accurate reproduction of dynamic musical passages. Dual Moving Coil: Independent left and right coils provide outstanding channel separation. PCOCC Coils: Used for pure, smooth signal transmission. Composite Body: Constructed from die-cast zinc, aluminum, and high-rigidity polymer to reduce and disperse resonance for a balanced, natural sound. Zinc Base: Highly rigid, dense die-cast zinc suppresses unwanted vibrations and improves mid-to-low frequency expressiveness. High-Fidelity Components: Neodymium magnet and permendur yoke maximise efficiency for high-resolution playback. Advanced Suspension: Newly developed mechanism and damper design (with lower dynamic compliance) allow compatibility with a variety of tonearms. Double-Step Armature: Increases cantilever rigidity for better resonance suppression. Quality & Convenience: Features threaded mounting holes for easy setup, gold-plated terminal pins for enhanced sound quality, and is hand-finished by artisans in Japan.

Audio-Technica AT33xEN Dual Moving Coil Stereo Cartridge

The AT33x Series is the first major update to the venerable AT33 in years, engineered to bring new warmth and fullness to your music. Technological improvements include the use of die-cast zinc in the cartridge base to fight resonance and enhance mid-to-low frequency expressiveness, letting you hear the finest details across the audio spectrum. The AT33xEN is an excellent all-around cartridge, delivering warm, full-bodied sound. It features a 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical nude stylus on a hard duralumin tapered pipe cantilever for excellent tracking and high-frequency control. A new piano wire suspension mechanism improves tracking accuracy and slightly lowers dynamic compliance for more substantial audio, especially in the mid-low range. Key Features: AT33x Series dual moving coil stereo cartridge with 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical nude stylus Dual moving coil design, featuring independent left and right coils, provides outstanding channel separation PCOCC (Pure Copper by Ohno Continuous Casting) coils provide pure, smooth signal transmission Neodymium magnet and permendur yoke maximise energy efficiency for high-resolution, responsive playback Composite cartridge body (die-cast zinc, aluminium, and high-rigidity polymer) Highly rigid and dense die-cast zinc material is used at the base of the cartridge to suppress unwanted vibrations and improve the expressiveness of the mid-to-low frequency range 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical nude stylus tracks the record groove with accuracy for outstanding audio reproduction High-hardness duralumin tapered pipe cantilever enhances high-frequency control  Newly developed suspension mechanism and rubber damper design enable the cartridge to be used with a variety of tonearms  Thick gold plating on the terminal pins reduces contact resistance and enhances sound quality

Ortofon MC X40 Moving Coil Cartridge

The MC X40 stands as the pinnacle of the MC X Series, crafted for the most discerning audiophiles. It features a nude Shibata diamond stylus on a rigid, lightweight boron cantilever, delivering unparalleled transparency, speed, and responsiveness to your music. Key Features: Detailed and pure sonic reproduction takes a step toward the high-end Overhead mounting cartridge for installing into a headshell Moving Coil cartridge design Nude Shibata stylus Superior boron cantilever

Ortofon MC X30 Moving Coil Cartridge

Take your listening experience to the next level with the MC X30. Featuring a nude fine line diamond stylus, it uncovers extraordinary accuracy and resolution, bringing your music to life with breathtaking detail and dynamic range on every track. Key Features: Accurate sound reproduction, delivered with greater power and space Overhead mounting cartridge for installing into a headshell Moving Coil cartridge design Nude Fine-Line diamond stylus

Ortofon MC X20 Moving Coil Cartridge

Uncover new layers in your music with the MC X20. Equipped with a nude elliptical diamond stylus, it delivers heightened depth and definition, bringing the true essence of each track to life. Prepare to rediscover your cherished records with renewed excitement and stunning precision. Key Features: Smooth sound reproduction with excellent rhythmic timing Moving Coil cartridge design Overhead mounting cartridge for installing into a headshell Nude Elliptical stylus profile

Ortofon MC X10 Moving Coil Cartridge

The MC X10 creates the perfect starting point for high-fidelity sound. Its elliptical diamond stylus brings your records to life with stunning clarity and precision, revealing every detail for an exceptional audio journey. Key Features: High price-to-performance ratio with a good all-round sound Overhead mounting cartridge for installing into a headshell Moving Coil cartridge design Elliptical stylus

Michell Cusis E/H Moving Coil Cartridge

The Cusis E/H is the high-output version of our highly praised Cusis E cartridge, now making it compatible with MM phono stages. As the gateway to our moving coil cartridge range, this exceptional cartridge delivers remarkable detail and musicality, always enhancing the music without overshadowing it.

Ortofon MC 90X Moving Coil Cartridge

The Ortofon MC 90X is a premium, high-performance cartridge that elevates the quality and depth of your vinyl listening experience. Drawing from the iconic MC A90 design, it incorporates cutting-edge technologies such as the Wide Range Damping system, Replicant 100 diamond stylus, and a groundbreaking stainless-steel structure created through Selective Laser Melting. The outcome? Outstanding tracking precision, superb clarity, and an immersive sound with a rich midrange and extended frequency range. Finished in a striking blue, this limited-edition cartridge blends timeless craftsmanship with modern innovation. Key Features: Overhead-mount design for easy installation into a headshell Moving Coil (MC) cartridge configuration Premium nude Ortofon Replicant 100 diamond stylus High-quality boron cantilever State-of-the-art Selective Laser Sintering manufacturing technique

Ortofon SPU GTX E Moving Coil Cartridge

The Ortofon SPU GTX E cartridge offers the perfect fusion of classic musicality and cutting-edge audio technology. Building on the legacy of Ortofon’s renowned SPU series, it combines the signature warmth and rich tonal character with modern advancements for an unparalleled listening experience.  Featuring a newly designed elliptical stylus, the SPU GTX E delivers enhanced precision and detail. The elliptical shape, with its narrower front radius and wider side radius, increases the contact area with the groove walls, improving tracking and delivering superior fidelity. With its blend of vintage charm and modern engineering, the SPU GTX E brings exceptional clarity and depth to your music. Its built-in MC step-up transformer ensures high-output, low-noise performance, eliminating the need for additional amplification. Key Features: Glass-Fibre Reinforced Co-Polymer Cartridge Housing Built-in transformer allows you to connect the cartridge to an MM input Moving Coil cartridge design Elliptical diamond stylus

Ortofon SPU GTX S Moving Coil Cartridge

The SPU GTX S delivers the best of both worlds, blending the musicality and rich tonal character that have defined Ortofon’s SPU series for decades with the latest innovations in audio technology. Rediscover the rich, vintage warmth of vinyl with the Ortofon SPU GTX S, featuring a spherical stylus. The spherical stylus is the most common stylus shape and has a rounded tip that contacts the groove walls of the record, offering a balanced, smooth sound.  The built-in MC step-up transformer provides high-output, low-noise performance, preserving the classic SPU audio fidelity. Key Features: Glass-Fibre Reinforced Co-Polymer Cartridge Housing Built-in transformer allows you to connect the cartridge to an MM input Moving Coil cartridge design Spherical diamond stylus

Hana SH MKII Moving Coil Cartridge - Exchange

This product requires your old Hana SH MKII Moving Coil Cartridge to be sent to us for exchange. Please send your cartridge with your order web reference to: HiFiSoundCastlegate MillQuaysideStockton on TeesTS18 1BZ

Hana SLM Mono MKII Moving Coil Cartridge - Exchange

This product requires your old Hana SLM Mono MKII Moving Coil Cartridge to be sent to us for exchange. Please send your cartridge with your order web reference to: HiFiSoundCastlegate MillQuaysideStockton on TeesTS18 1BZ

Hana SL MK II Moving Coil Cartridge

The SL MK II features enhancements designed to improve musical performance while delivering exceptional value within the S Series price range. A newly designed tapered aluminium cantilever with increased rigidity significantly boosts the transfer of groove modulation from vinyl records to the cartridge generator. The S Series Mk II includes many high-spec components, advanced materials, and innovative technical processes inspired by Hana’s premium elite cartridge models, contributing to their renowned “brilliant and gorgeous” sound. Key Features - New MKII:  A new tapered aluminium cantilever with increased rigidity and effective mass reduction at the nude diamond Shibata stylus tip.  Non-resonant body shape, modelled after the Hana M series. Damped with a matte soft feel black elastomeric resin paint. Brass top to body for resonance reduction. Internally threaded cartridge mounting.  Essential components such as the yoke, pole pieces, and gold terminal pins undergo cryogenic treatment to enhance sound quality. The non-resonant body shape, inspired by the Hana M Series, is coated with a matte Soft Feel Black elastomeric resin and features a brass top cap with integrated threaded mounting for the cartridge. The heavier Mk II cartridge ensures better coupling, enhancing bass and dynamics while expanding compatibility across a wider range of tonearms. The SL MK II generator, also found in the Umami Blue and ML models, utilises an Alnico magnet and cross-coil design. It employs high-purity 30-micron copper wire with an 8Ω impedance, resulting in improved signal-to-noise ratio and reduced moving mass. These refined design features provide greater resolution and accuracy, optimising performance for a wider array of phono stages.

Hana SH MKII Moving Coil Cartridge

The heavier S Series Mk II offers better tone-arm coupling, with expanded compatibility to a wider range of tone-arms. The high output SH MK II MC cartridge has upgrades to enhance both the musical performance, and also to offer greater value at the S Series price point. Featuring a new tapered aluminium cantilever with increased rigidity, it significantly improves the transfer of groove modulation from vinyl to the cartridge generator. The S Series Mk II is equipped with higher-quality components, advanced materials, and innovative technical processes drawn from Hana's more premium elite cartridge models, enhancing the brand's signature "brilliant and gorgeous" sound. Key Features - New MKII:  A new tapered aluminium cantilever with increased rigidity and effective mass reduction at the nude diamond Shibata stylus tip.  Non-resonant body shape, modelled after the Hana M series. Damped with a matte soft feel black elastomeric resin paint. Brass top to body for resonance reduction. Internally threaded cartridge mounting.  Key components like the yoke, pole pieces, and gold terminal pins undergo cryogenic treatment to achieve a more natural audio experience. The redesigned non-resonant body, inspired by the Hana M Series, is coated with a matte Soft Feel Black elastomeric resin and equipped with a brass top cap and integrated threaded cartridge mounting. The heavier Mk II offers better coupling, leading to improved bass and overall dynamics, along with expanded compatibility with a wider variety of tonearms. The SL MK II generator, found in the Umami Blue and ML models, incorporates an Alnico magnet and cross-coil design. It utilises high-purity 30-micron copper wire with an 8Ω impedance, resulting in enhanced signal-to-noise ratio and reduced moving mass. These refined design elements provide greater resolution and precision, optimising performance across a broader range of phono stages.

Hana SLM Mono MKII Moving Coil Cartridge

The new mono SLM MK II low output MC cartridge features upgrades that enhance musical performance while providing greater value within the S Series price range. It includes a new tapered aluminum cantilever with increased rigidity, significantly improving the transfer of groove modulation from vinyl records to the cartridge generator. The S Series Mk II showcases many higher-spec components, advanced materials, and innovative technical processes sourced from Hana's premium cartridge models. Key parts such as the yoke, pole pieces, and gold terminal pins undergo cryogenic treatment to achieve a more natural sound. The design benefits from an enhanced non-resonant body shape, inspired by the Hana M Series, which is damped with a matte soft-feel black elastomeric resin paint and includes a brass top cap along with integral threaded mounting for the cartridge.  The heavier Mk II cartridge improves coupling, enhancing bass and dynamics, while also offering broader compatibility with a variety of tonearms. The SLM MK II generator takes cues from the Umami Blue and M Series designs, utilising an Alnico magnet and a cross-coil setup made with high-purity 30-micron copper wire and a 23Ω impedance. These design enhancements deliver higher resolution and traceability, optimising performance when paired with MM phono stages.

Ortofon MC Windfeld Ti Moving Coil Cartridge

The MC Windfeld Ti replaces the original MC Windfeld in Ortofon's Exclusive Series of products, providing a series of improvements that enhance the technical and sound performance abilities of this popular high-end offering. Key Features: Improved version of the original MC Windfeld cartridge Designed to honour the ex-chief engineer of Ortofon, Per Windfeld New SLM Titanium core in the centre of the cartridge body Titanium increases rigidity, reduces resonance and improves dynamics Easily works with a wide variety of high-end turntable equipment Flagship Ortofon Replicant 100 Stylus mounted onto Boron cantilever Compact generator system with strong neodymium magnet and FSE Wide Range Damping (WRD) system built into suspension Coil system made from Ortofon's Aucurum 6NX oxygen-free copper Zero transmission loss Exceptional sound performance with clarity and musicality

Hana Umami Blue Moving Coil Cartridge

The Hana Umami Blue hand-built MC cartridge embodies ‘Umami’- that very pleasing or delicious flavour on the palette, a synergistic effect resulting in higher taste intensity. Hana’s Master cartridge designer Maseo Okada-san applies this ‘taste intensity’ concept as he combines brilliant materials and processes with classic Japanese techniques and modern audio engineering, to create his Hana Umami Blue low output MC cartridge; with ‘trickle-down’ design features as offered in the higher specification (and outstanding) Umami Red cartridge.

Mobile Fidelity UltraGold Moving Coil Cartridge

Crafted in Japan using strict quality-control measures for exacting precision, and uniquely voiced by Spiral Groove founder Allen Perkins, UltraGold MC offers analog lovers everything they would expect — and more — from an audiophile moving-coil cartridge. Namely, exceptionally wide frequency response, clear high-frequency transients, stunning dynamics, and incredibly rich detail. True to MoFi's core principles, UltraGold MC goes further by providing true-to-the-source faithfulness, lifelike separation, surgical accuracy, and clean tracking. Key Features: Nude Shibata stylus and boron cantilever Neodymium magnet and permendur yoke Pure Copper by Ohno Continuous Casting (PCOCC) coils Aluminum cartridge body with threaded inserts Precision-crafted in Japan

Michell Cusis M Moving Coil Cartridge

The Cusis M offers the audiophile an ultra high-end listening experience at a cost which belies its ability. It's quite simply one of the most accurate and musical moving coil cartridges available at any price. All of Michell's Cusis cartridges share the same moving coil design. At the heart of the cartridge is a samarium-cobalt magnet which is combined with pure iron to create a very stable magnetic field within the cartridge.

Michell Cusis S Moving Coil Cartridge

The Cusis S offers extended frequency response and incredible detail retrieval whilst retaining a level of musicality that is second to none.  All of Michell's Cusis cartridges share the same moving coil design. At the heart of the cartridge is a samarium-cobalt magnet which is combined with pure iron to create a very stable magnetic field within the cartridge.

Michell Cusis E Moving Coil Cartridge

The Cusis E is the entry point of Michell's moving coil cartridge range, giving great detail and musicality, and never detracting from the music. All of Michell's Cusis cartridges share the same moving coil design. At the heart of the cartridge is a samarium-cobalt magnet which is combined with pure iron to create a very stable magnetic field within the cartridge.

Ortofon MC Diamond Moving Coil Cartridge

The MC Diamond model represents the highest echelon of moving coil cartridges. As its name suggests, the MC Diamond takes the original design but uses a Diamond cantilever that, in combination with the Ortofon Replicant 100 diamond stylus, offers unrivalled transparency, speed and responsiveness in its information retrieval. This state-of-the-art product, representative of numerous Ortofon design elements and ideas, is truly exemplary of the highest degree of performance possible in contemporary analogue playback technology. Key Features: Flagship Exclusive Series cartridge Diamond cantilever technology taken from limited-edition MC Century cartridge Stunning sound, representing the pinnacle of Ortofon's ability Suited to high-mass, high-precision tonearms Titanium SLM body construction WRD technology for improved performance Flagship Replicant 100 diamond stylus profile Finest components and materials used throughout Presented in a stunning gift box

Ortofon MC Verismo Moving Coil Cartridge

The MC Verismo is a class-leading, high-end moving coil (MC) cartridge, drawing inspiration and technologies from others in Ortofon’s flagship Exclusive Series. With its advanced diamond cantilever, Replicant 100 diamond stylus and titanium housing, amongst other advanced elements, the MC Verismo can deliver a truly outstanding sonic output. As an Exclusive Series cartridge, it is also hand-made by seasoned artisans in Ortofon’s Danish production facility. Key Features: Moving Coil (MC) cartridge system Selective Laser Melting (SLM) Titanium housing Ortofon’s flagship Replicant 100 diamond stylus profile Solid diamond cantilever for the best possible interface between stylus and armature Neodymium magnet-based generator system for reduced size and weight Aucurum coils of gold-plated 6NX oxygen free copper for zero-loss signal transmission Field Stabilizing Element (FSE) in the magnet system Patented Wide Range Damping (WRD) system for exceptional tracking

Sumiko Blue Point No. 3 Moving Coil Cartridge

Recently, Sumiko made the decision to explore the resonance optimisation of the Blue Point No. 2 as they recognised there was room for refinement for this well-established cartridge. Resonance has a more significant impact than many listeners realise and Sumiko wanted to reimagine how the housing resonates around the generator in the Blue Point range. This resulted in the arrival of the new Blue Point No. 3. Key Features: High Output Moving Coil cartridge with 0.3 x 0.7 micron Elliptical stylus Sound refinement of an MC with the output voltage of a typical MM design  Low-resonance body that's easy to install to any common tonearm Overhead mounting design High output for easy matching to a phono stage Easy to set-up and install

Ortofon MC Xpression Moving Coil Cartridge

The Xpression cartridge bridges the gap between SPU-type cartridges and High-End cartridges like the MC A90 and the MC Windfeld, which are designed for headshell mounting. The result is a high-performance moving coil cartridge with the convenience of a standard headshell connector. This method of connection provides a simple and elegant method of directly connecting the generator and tonearm via the Xpression’s one-piece body. The state of the art Ortofon Xpression cartridge represents the perfect combination of three distinct characteristics pioneered by Ortofon: Use of the cutting edge SLM materials, a technology pioneered on the MC A90 and SPU 90th Anniversary models. Modification of the all-new generator system introduced with the MC A90 and the MC Windfeld models. Ortofon's design tradition.

Ortofon Cadenza Black Moving Coil Cartridge

The Cadenza Black has been optimized for an amazing tonal neutrality, dynamics and purity of sound. It performs better than any other cartridge at this level in detail, consistency and sound staging. The Cadenza Series of high-end Moving Coil (MC) cartridges was born out of the success of Ortofon's Kontrapunkt and MC Jubilee models. Though these models are amongst the most popular Ortofon has ever produced, the Danish cartridge masters still decided to develop a new range that was even more ambitious.

Ortofon Cadenza Blue Moving Coil Cartridge

The soundstage of the Cadenza Blue is wide, open and grandiose as soon as you take it out of the box. Micro dynamics and ambience will be evident when listening to complex compositions creating a full and involving performance. The Blue also reaches a very high degree of detail and positioning. It is a true to the music cartridge with a tremendous clarity. The Cadenza Series of high-end Moving Coil (MC) cartridges was born out of the success of Ortofon's Kontrapunkt and MC Jubilee models. Though these models are amongst the most popular Ortofon has ever produced, the Danish cartridge masters still decided to develop a new range that was even more ambitious.

Ortofon Cadenza Bronze Moving Coil Cartridge

The Cadenza Bronze is a true high-end reference cartridge, conveying music with supreme precision, impact and dynamics. Its stereo imaging capabilities illuminate the farthest corners of the soundstage in all three dimensions, creating an uncompromising, involving performance. The Cadenza Series of high-end Moving Coil (MC) cartridges was born out of the success of Ortofon's Kontrapunkt and MC Jubilee models. Though these models are amongst the most popular Ortofon has ever produced, the Danish cartridge masters still decided to develop a new range that was even more ambitious.

Ortofon Cadenza Mono Moving Coil Cartridge

Sharing the same internal build as the stereo Cadenza Red, and with optimized adjustments for mono playback, the sound is relaxed, homogeneous and moderate. Dig out your old records, as well as new micro-groove mono records and experience the Cadenza Mono in all its glory. The Cadenza Series of high-end Moving Coil (MC) cartridges was born out of the success of Ortofon's Kontrapunkt and MC Jubilee models. Though these models are amongst the most popular Ortofon has ever produced, the Danish cartridge masters still decided to develop a new range that was even more ambitious.

Ortofon Cadenza Red Moving Coil Cartridge

The Cadenza Red delivers a sound performance that is open and dynamic, with a touch of warmth. It is more relaxed, homogeneous and moderately dynamic when compared to the Cadenza Blue. It also has a great space and depth in the stereo image. All-in, it is a very capable high-end cartridge. The Cadenza Series of high-end Moving Coil (MC) cartridges was born out of the success of Ortofon's Kontrapunkt and MC Jubilee models. Though these models are amongst the most popular Ortofon has ever produced, the Danish cartridge masters still decided to develop a new range that was even more ambitious.

Audio-Technica AT-SUT1000 MC Step-Up Transformer

Employing the finest materials and production methods, the AT-SUT1000 MC step-up transformer is built to deliver unaltered sound from a moving coil phono cartridge for the best analog listening experience possible. Key Features: A high-quality MC step-up transformer, compatible with balanced and unbalanced connections Special hand-wound, large-core transformer is capable of a wide range of voltages, making it ideal for stepping up low-impedance moving coil cartridges Transformer maintains balanced signal from the cartridge through to the phono preamp (RCA input and output are also available) Utilizes HANENITE® rubber mounting to suppress vibrations and permalloy magnetic shielding to block external noise

Audio-Technica AT-ART9XI Dual Moving Coil Cartridge

Featuring a special line contact stylus on a 0.28 mm diameter solid boron cantilever, the AT-ART9XI replaces the AT-ART9 as Audio-Technica’s flagship magnetic core MC cartridge. Key Features: Audio-Technica’s flagship magnetic core moving coil cartridge Dual moving coils are aligned in an inverted V shape, providing high separation and wide response for clear sound localization and minimal distortion Special line contact stylus ensures faithful reproduction of the music signal, and the 0.28 mm diameter solid boron cantilever provides excellent response characteristics Neodymium magnet and permendur yoke significantly increase magnetic energy Specially designed magnetic circuit provides an output voltage of 0.5 mV (1 kHz, 5 cm/sec) PCOCC coils ensure high-fidelity transmission Machined aluminum base supports both the magnetic circuit and the vibration system, ensuring excellent playback stability Hybrid body of machined aluminum and high-rigidity plastic reduces undesirable parasitic resonance Threaded cartridge mounting holes allow easy installation to a headshell or integrated tonearm

Audio-Technica AT-ART9XA Dual Moving Coil Cartridge

An update of the AT-ART7, the AT-ART9XA non-magnetic core MC cartridge features a Shibata stylus on a 0.28 mm diameter solid boron cantilever. Key Features: Non-magnetic core moving coil cartridge offers superior spatial representation Dual moving coils are aligned in an inverted V shape, providing high separation and wide response for clear sound localization and minimal distortion Shibata stylus ensures accurate high and mid-low range reproduction, and the 0.28 mm diameter solid boron cantilever provides excellent response characteristics Neodymium magnet and permendur yoke significantly increase magnetic energy Redesigned coil armature provides an output voltage of 0.2 mV (1 kHz, 5 cm/sec) PCOCC coils ensure high-fidelity transmission Machined aluminum base supports both the magnetic circuit and the vibration system, ensuring excellent playback stability Hybrid body of machined aluminum and high-rigidity plastic reduces undesirable parasitic resonance Threaded cartridge mounting holes allow easy installation to a headshell or integrated tonearm

Hana Umami Red Moving Coil Cartridge

The HANA-Umami Red hand-built MC cartridge embodies ‘Umami’ – officially coined in 1908 by Japanese chemist Kikunae Ikeda-san as a very pleasing or delicious flavour on the palette, a synergistic effect resulting in higher taste intensity. Hana’s Master cartridge designer Maseo Okada-san applies this concept as he combines brilliant materials and classic Japanese techniques with modern audio engineering to create his Hana Umami Red low output MC cartridge.

Audio-Technica AT-OC9XEB Moving Coil Cartridge

AT-OC9XEB Dual moving coil stereo cartridge with bonded Elliptical stylus, features a bonded Elliptical stylus and aluminium cantilever and a neodymium magnet and pure iron yoke provide increased magnetic energy.   Key Features: Features bonded Elliptical stylus and aluminium cantilever A neodymium magnet and pure iron yoke provides increased magnetic energy Threaded inserts in the cartridge body enable the cartridge to be mounted on to the headshell or integral tonearm with just two screws – no nuts required Aluminium body minimizes unwanted vibration for reduced resonance and a superior audio reproduction Pure Copper by Ohno Continuous Casting process (PCOCC) is used for the coils to achieve the purest signal possible

Audio-Technica AT-OC9XEN Moving Coil Cartridge

AT-OC9XEN Dual moving coil stereo cartridge with Elliptical nude stylus - Features low mass nude elliptical stylus and aluminium cantilever, a neodymium magnet and pure iron yoke provide increased magnetic energy and features threaded inserts in the cartridge.   Key Features: Features low mass nude elliptical stylus and aluminium cantilever A neodymium magnet and pure iron yoke provide increased magnetic energy Threaded inserts in the cartridge body enable the cartridge to be mounted on to the headshell or integral tonearm with just two screws – no nuts required  Aluminium body minimizes unwanted vibration for reduced resonance and a superior audio reproduction Pure Copper by Ohno Continuous Casting process (PCOCC) is used for the coils to achieve the purest signal possible

Audio-Technica AT-OC9XML Moving Coil Cartridge

AT-OC9XML Dual moving coil stereo cartridge with Microlinear stylus - Features nude Microlinear stylus and boron cantilever, neodymium magnet and permendur yoke for increased magnetic energy and features threaded inserts in the cartridge body.   Key Features: Features nude Microlinear stylus and boron cantilever which provides lower distortion and high transient response A neodymium magnet and permendur yoke provides dramatically increased magnetic energy Threaded inserts in the cartridge body enable the cartridge to be mounted on to the headshell or integral tonearm with just two screws – no nuts required  Aluminium body minimizes unwanted vibration for reduced resonance and a superior audio reproduction Pure Copper by Ohno Continuous Casting process (PCOCC) is used for the coils to achieve pure signal transfer 

Audio-Technica AT-OC9XSH Moving Coil Cartridge

AT-OC9XSH Dual moving coil stereo cartridge with Shibata stylus - Features a Nude Shibata stylus and boron cantilever, neodymium magnet and permendur yoke for increased magnetic energy and features threaded inserts in the cartridge body.   Key Features: Features nude Shibata stylus and boron cantilever with rich low frequency reproduction and high transient response A neodymium magnet and permendur yoke provides dramatically increased magnetic energy Threaded inserts in the cartridge body enable the cartridge to be mounted on to the headshell or integral tonearm with just two screws – no nuts required  Aluminium body minimizes unwanted vibration for reduced resonance and a superior audio reproduction Pure Copper by Ohno Continuous Casting process (PCOCC) is used for the coils to achieve pure signal transfer

Audio-Technica AT-OC9XSL Moving Coil Cartridge

AT-OC9XSL Dual moving coil stereo cartridge with Special Line Contact stylus - Features a Nude Special Line Contact stylus and boron cantilever, Neodymium magnet and permendur yoke for increased magnetic energy and Features threaded inserts in the cartridge body.   Key Features: Features Nude Special Line Contact stylus and boron cantilever with accurate tracking ability and high transient response A neodymium magnet and permendur yoke provides dramatically increased magnetic energy Threaded inserts in the cartridge body enable the cartridge to be mounted on to the headshell or integral tonearm with just two screws – no nuts required  Aluminium body minimizes unwanted vibration for reduced resonance and a superior audio reproduction Pure Copper by Ohno Continuous Casting process (PCOCC) is used for the coils to achieve pure signal transfer 

Sumiko Songbird Moving Coil Cartridge

The Songbird comes in at a much needed price point perfect for launching the part-time audiophile into some serious listening. As its name suggests, this open-architecture moving coil cartridge excels at providing colorful and rich vocals, and highlights the powerful low and mid-end of funk and rock. The long 7-micron stylus face will handle different cutting angles well, and this cartridge is also great at providing some excitement to otherwise anemic classical system setups.

Sumiko Blackbird Moving Coil Cartridge

The Blackbird is the result of Sumiko's quarter century of service to analogue devotees; music lovers who value the expressiveness and emotional authenticity available only from analogue records. It builds upon the strengths of, and lessons learned from The Blue Point Special, no aspect of the cartridge's design was left to chance.   By offering a low-output version of the Blackbird at 0.7 mV, Sumiko have taken advantage of a low-mass cantilever assembly to provide even faster response time and superior dynamics. With the right preamplification, the low-output Blackbird takes all of the performance features of the standard version and pushes them to the next level with the improved tracking that lightweight coils afford.   With the level of performance and clarity of many cartridges twice its price, the Blackbird was designed for exceedingly low noise levels, exceptionally wide dynamic range, and the highest possible fidelity in its price class. The Blackbird has already become a veritable analogue classic and is sure to delight many more discerning ears for years to come.   Key Features: Moving coil cartridge with low mass elliptical stylus with long-grain boron cantilever Wide dynamic range Carefully crafted by hand Low mechanical impedance system Standard 0.5” hole spacing mounting system Available in two output versions, to suit any listening system

Sumiko Starling Moving Coil Cartridge

Sumiko's new flagship open-architecture moving coil cartidge uses the same resonance-reducing body design as the Songbird, but introduces a long-grain boron cantilever and a Micro-Ridge stylus. This allows the Starling to render the grandeur of an orchestra while still preserving air and space, and also realize every detail of a nuanced Jazz recording with its responsive dynamics and deep silences. The mechanical silence of the Starling concedes a dynamic linearity across the entire spectrum that allows it to handle even the most demanding passages with effortless poise and convincing drive.

Ortofon MC A Mono Moving Coil Cartridge

The MC A Mono is a TRUE MONO cartridge for play-back of MONO recordings.  If you play a MONO record with a stereo cartridge you will not achieve the same signal in the two channels due to imperfections such as crosstalk, noise, phase errors, tracking error, antiskating and distortion. This difference between the channels will result in an unstable and partially fuzzy image. A mono switch, to some extent, can improve this.

Hana ML Moving Coil Cartridge

The HANA-ML is the low output moving coil cartridge option Low output option, with Micro-line stylus profile.  This cartridge is designed to be used with a MC phono stage or MC step-up device + MM phono stage.

Hana MH Moving Coil Cartridge

The HANA-MH is the High output moving coil cartridge option, with Micro-line stylus profile. This cartridge is designed to be used with a MM (moving magnet) phono stage, so without investing in a new moving coil step up transformer, or MC phono stage, the seductive sound of moving coils are available through your moving magnet phono stage.

Ortofon SPU #1 E Moving Coil Cartridge and Headshell

The SPU series embodies the essence of the original Moving Coils and are a perfect solution for the playback of both early and modern and contemporary stereo recordings.

Ortofon SPU #1 S Moving Coil Cartridge and Headshell

The SPU series embodies the essence of the original Moving Coils and are a perfect solution for the playback of both early and modern and contemporary stereo recordings.

Hana SH Moving Coil Cartridge

Low cost, high performance, high output moving coil cartridge with nude natural diamond Shibata-stylus.

Hana EL Moving Coil Cartridge

The Hana EL cartridge has a synthetic Elliptical diamond stylus fitted to a high rigidity aluminium cantilever with cross-shaped armature, offering super transparency and excellent trackability. The body is manufactured from a composite low resonance plastic material in dark green. This competitively priced Low output moving coil cartridge offers great quality sound referenced against similar priced cartridges. The EL (Elliptical Low output) offers 0.5mv/1KHz output.

Hana EH Moving Coil Cartridge

The Hana EH cartridge has a synthetic Elliptical diamond stylus fitted to a high rigidity aluminium cantilever with cross-shaped armature, offering super transparency and excellent trackability. The body is manufactured from a composite low resonance plastic material in dark green. This competitively priced high output moving coil cartridge offers great quality sound referenced against similar priced cartridges. The EH (Elliptical High output) offers 2.0mv/1KHz output.

Ortofon Quintet Black S Moving Coil Cartridge

The Quintet Black S is unfettered by musical genre and will give the closest approach within the Quintet series to Ortofon’s true accuracy in sound.

Ortofon SPU Meister Silver G MK II Moving Coil Cartridge and Headshell

The Ortofon Meister Silver GM MkII is a SPU-style Moving Coil cartridge that has been improved with new coil winding materials, generator magnet and a nude elliptical stylus for optimal fidelity.

Ortofon Quintet Mono Moving Coil Cartridge

The MC Quintet Series is congruent with Ortofon’s unrelenting commitment to providing the most precise and accurate reproduction possible without colouration.

Ortofon Quintet Blue Moving Coil Cartridge

The MC Quintet Series is congruent with Ortofon’s unrelenting commitment to providing the most precise and accurate reproduction possible without colouration.

Ortofon Quintet Red Moving Coil Cartridge

The MC Quintet Series is congruent with Ortofon’s unrelenting commitment to providing the most precise and accurate reproduction possible without colouration.

Sumiko Palo Santos Presentation Moving Coil Cartridge

For over thirty-five years, SUMIKO has provided a comprehensive range of phono cartridges to music lovers seeking the finest musical experience at a variety of price points. In fact, the great market success of SUMIKO phono cartridges has hinged on their phenomenal cost-to-performance ratio. The Palo Santos Presentation is no exception. New design requirements incorporating advances in material technology and construction techniques have resulted in a significantly improved product which delivers a highly refined and resolved, yet musically satisfying sound quality previously unavailable at or even near its price.

Ortofon SPU Classic G MK II Moving Coil Cartridge and Headshell

The SPU Classic GM MKII, known for its dynamic and powerful sound reproduction, is a Moving Coil (MC) cartridge with an 18µm spherical stylus profile.

Ortofon SPU Classic G E MK II Moving Coil Cartridge and Headshell

The SPU Classic GM MKII, known for its dynamic and powerful sound reproduction, is a Moving Coil (MC) cartridge with an elliptical stylus profile.

Ortofon SPU Classic N E Moving Coil Cartridge

The SPU Classic N is a Moving Coil (MC) cartridge with an elliptical stylus profile and provides more detailed sound reproduction and expansive imaging.

Ortofon SPU Classic N Moving Coil Cartridge

The SPU Classic N is a Moving Coil (MC) cartridge with an 18µm spherical stylus profile.

Ortofon SPU Mono CG 65 DI MK II Moving Coil Cartridge and Headshell

The Mono CG 65 DI MKII is an SPU-style Moving Coil (MC) cartridge with a spherical stylus profile, for the playback of early 65µm mono and 78rpm recordings.

Ortofon SPU Mono CG 25 DI MK II Moving Coil Cartridge and Headshell

The Mono CG 25 DI MKII is an SPU-style Moving Coil (MC) cartridge with a spherical stylus profile, for the playback of early 25µm mono recordings.

Ortofon SPU Mono G MK II Moving Coil Cartridge and Headshell

The SPU Mono GM MKII is a high output Moving Coil cartridge a with a spherical stylus profile, for the playback of early 25µm mono recordings.

Ortofon SPU Royal G MK II Moving Coil Cartridge and Headshell

The SPU Royal GM MKII provides a playback experience that embodies the essence of analog, with generous refinements which bring the legendary SPU cartridges into the realm of unrivaled perfection.

Ortofon SPU Royal N Moving Coil Cartridge

The SPU Royal N provides a playback experience that embodies the essence of analog, with generous refinements which bring the legendary SPU cartridges into the realm of unrivaled perfection.

Ortofon SPU Synergy G Moving Coil Cartridge and Headshell

The SPU Synergy GM modernises the classic SPU design with a number of optimisations designed for optimum compatibility and sonic purity.