Hana ML Stereo Cartridge

Because this is a low-output moving coil (MC) cartridge with a 0.4mV output, you will need a phono stage that supports MC cartridges. Ensure your preamp or integrated amplifier has a dedicated MC input or that you have a compatible step-up transformer or external MC phono stage.

The nude Micro-Line stylus has a more refined shape than standard elliptical tips, allowing it to sit deeper in the record groove. This results in superior high-frequency detail and better tracking of complex passages, though it does require precise tonearm alignment to perform at its best.

The Hana ML weighs 9.5 grams and uses a standard 1/2-inch mount, making it compatible with the vast majority of modern tonearms. Its threaded body also simplifies the mounting process, as you won't need to fumble with tiny nuts while securing it to your headshell.

Delrin is a high-performance polymer known for its excellent vibration-damping properties. By using an injection-molded Delrin body with a brass cap, the Hana ML effectively suppresses unwanted resonance, which helps keep the sound clean, focused, and free from coloration.

Cryogenic processing involves cooling the magnetic components to extremely low temperatures to improve their molecular structure. In this cartridge, it helps ensure more linear and consistent audio reproduction, resulting in a more stable and transparent soundstage.

As a low-output MC cartridge, the Hana ML uses fewer coil windings, which reduces the moving mass of the generator. This allows the stylus to react more quickly and accurately to the nuances in your records, typically resulting in better transient response and detail retrieval compared to higher-output designs.