Hana
Hana M Series Phono Cartridge
Best high-end upgrade for discerning vinyl enthusiasts seeking superior sonic detail.
The Hana M Series Phono Cartridge, available in low or high output, offers exceptional vinyl playback with its M Series Nude Microline stylus and high-purity copper wire. Its Delrin cartridge body, enhanced by cryogenic processing and a brass cap, provides superior resonance damping and mechanical stability. Threaded fittings ensure easier headshell mounting, contributing to improved bass and dynamics. This cartridge is designed to reveal intricate musical details, offering a brilliant and gorgeous soundstage with remarkable clarity and a wide dynamic range, making it a standout choice for audiophiles.
$1200.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
122
/ 1649
#122 in Turntable Accessories
Price vs Category Average
-5%
Below average
Output level
210.41
/ High output version, mv/KHz; Low output version, mv/KHz
Who it's for
- Audiophiles seeking maximum clarity and micro-detail from their vinyl
- Listeners prioritizing an immersive and organic musical experience
- Collectors valuing long-term reliability and premium build quality
Who should skip it
- Novice users intimidated by complex calibration and equipment matching
- Owners of older or worn record collections
- Budget-conscious buyers seeking entry-level or mid-range options
Performance breakdown
Detail Retrieval
Nude Microline stylus extracts microscopic nuances from deep within the groove.
Resonance Control
Delrin body and brass cap effectively eliminate unwanted mechanical vibrations.
Installation Ease
Threaded fittings make mounting significantly less stressful for the end user.
Dynamic Range
Delivers a wide, expansive soundstage with impressive punch and musical authority.
System Compatibility
Dual output options ensure a seamless match for most phono preamps.
Tracking Precision
Maintains rock-solid stability even during complex, high-energy musical passages.
Key Specs
Output level
High output version, 2mv/1KHz; Low output version, 0.4mv/1KHz
Output balance
<1dB/1KHz
Vertical tracking force
2gr
Trackability
70μ/2gr
Compliance
10 x 10-6 cm/dyne
Channel separation
30dB/1KHz
Frequency response
12-45,000Hz
Impedance
High output version, 130Ω/1KHz; Low output version, 8Ω/1KHz
Features
- M Series Nude Microline stylus for precise groove tracking and enhanced detail retrieval.
- High-purity copper wire in coils for improved sound clarity.
- Delrin cartridge body offers excellent resonance damping and dynamic range.
- Cryogenic processing restructures metals for a more precise magnetic flux field.
- Threaded fittings and brass cap simplify mounting and improve resonance control.
- Award-winning performance recognized by Stereophile, The Absolute Sound, and HiFi+.
- Available in both low output and high output versions to suit different phono preamps.
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Hana M Series Phono Cartridge for its exceptional sound quality and remarkable value. Users frequently highlight its ability to deliver a rich, detailed, and engaging audio experience, often comparing its performance favorably to cartridges at significantly higher price points. This cartridge is celebrated for bringing high end sonic refinement within reach, making it a compelling choice for discerning audiophiles seeking premium sound without an exorbitant cost. The consistent feedback points to a product that truly over delivers on its promise of superior audio reproduction and smart investment.
Know before you buy
The high output version is designed for standard MM (moving magnet) phono stages with a 47kΩ load, while the low output version requires an MC (moving coil) phono stage or step-up transformer to handle its 0.4mV output and lower impedance requirements.
Yes, the threaded fittings eliminate the need for fiddly nuts when attaching the cartridge to your headshell, which significantly simplifies the mounting and alignment process.
The Nude Microline stylus shape tracks the groove more precisely than standard elliptical tips, allowing it to extract finer musical details and provide better high-frequency resolution.
Cryogenic processing restructures the internal metals at a molecular level, which helps create a more precise magnetic flux field for cleaner, more accurate signal reproduction.
With a weight of 9.5 grams and a compliance of 10 x 10-6 cm/dyne, this cartridge is a medium-compliance design that pairs well with most modern tonearms of medium effective mass.
Delrin is an excellent material for resonance damping, which helps minimize unwanted vibrations. Combined with the brass cap, it provides the mechanical stability necessary for a wider dynamic range and tighter bass response.
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