Short summary
A low-output moving-coil cartridge with a tapered aluminium cantilever for rigidity and detailed tracking. Cryogenically treated parts and an Alnico cross-coil generator give natural, high-resolution sound with low distortion, in a resonance-damping body.
Key info
- Low output moving coil cartridge
- Tapered aluminium cantilever for greater rigidity
- Cryogenically treated yoke, pole pieces and pins
- Alnico magnet w/ cross-coil generator
- Resonance-damping body design
- Soft Feel Black finish w/ a brass top cap
- Heavier body improves tonearm compatibility
Specifications
| Weight | 8.6 g |
| Frequency response | 15 Hz – 32 kHz |
| Channel separation | 28 dB @ 1 kHz |
| Suggested load impedance | 8 Ω |
| Stylus Type | Nude diamond Shibata |
| Recommended Tracking Force | 2 g |
| Compliance, Dynamic, Lateral | 10 mm / N |
Description
Discover the Hana SL Mk II low output moving coil cartridge, featuring upgraded materials, a tapered aluminium cantilever and cryogenically treated components for exceptional sound quality. Compatible with a wide range of tonearms and phono stages.
The Hana SL Mk II low output moving coil cartridge brings significant enhancements to deliver superior musical performance and exceptional value for its price. Featuring refined materials, advanced technology and inspiration from Hana’s premium ML and Umami models, the SL Mk II embodies the brand’s signature “brilliant and gorgeous” sound.
Key improvements include a new tapered aluminium cantilever, providing enhanced rigidity and improved groove modulation transfer, ensuring a precise and detailed audio reproduction. The cartridge benefits from an array of upgraded components and processes, many of which are derived from Hana’s high-end designs.
Key Features
- Tapered Aluminium Cantilever: Improved rigidity for precise transfer of groove modulations to the cartridge generator.
- Cryogenic Treatment: Applied to critical components (yoke, pole-pieces, and gold terminal pins) for a more natural sound.
- Advanced Body Design: Non-resonant shape inspired by the Hana M Series, featuring matte Soft Feel Black elastomeric resin damping and a brass top cap for enhanced performance.
- Improved Mounting: Integral threaded cartridge mounting ensures easier and more secure installation.
- Enhanced Compatibility: Increased weight and refined design improve coupling and extend compatibility with a wider range of tonearms.
- Refined Generator Design: Incorporates Alnico magnets and a cross-coil design with high-purity 30-micron copper wire, delivering 8Ω impedance, lower moving mass and improved signal-to-noise ratio.
- Optimised for Phono Stages: Offers greater resolution, traceability and performance across a broad spectrum of phono preamps.
With these advancements, the SL Mk II raises the bar for audiophile-grade cartridges, delivering rich soundscapes, enhanced dynamics, and expanded versatility.
