EAT Jo No. 8

The Nude Shibata stylus has a complex, multi-faceted shape that reaches deeper into the record groove than standard elliptical cuts. This allows it to capture high-frequency details and subtle nuances that other styli often miss, resulting in a more precise and open soundstage.

The Jo No. 8 weighs 12.5g and has a dynamic compliance of 15 μm/mN, which makes it a medium-compliance cartridge. It pairs well with most modern, medium-mass tonearms, but you should verify your tonearm's effective mass to ensure it falls within the ideal resonance range.

Because this is a low-output moving-coil (MC) cartridge with an output voltage of 0.3 mV, you will need a phono stage that supports MC cartridges with sufficient gain. Additionally, ensure your phono stage allows for adjustable load resistance, as the recommended setting for this cartridge is greater than 15 Ohms.

Tracking force is vital for both sound quality and record longevity. While the range is 2.0–2.5g, we recommend starting at the manufacturer's suggested 2.3g and using a high-quality tracking force gauge to dial it in precisely for your specific setup.

Yes, the body construction is functional. The combination of stabilized chestnut and aluminum is specifically engineered to dampen resonance and minimize unwanted vibrations, which helps the cartridge maintain a cleaner, more stable signal as it tracks the groove.