The cartridge has an MM-type, oval diamond needle. Compared with a round needle, our oval needle makes it easier to follow a record and receive minute signals. This record-needle cartridge is made by Chuden, in Gunma Prefecture, that specializes in record needles.
Although the 2.7 µV output is not large for the MM type (4.2 to 4.7 µV, for other companies), it does not make a significant difference as long as you turn up the volume. Additionally, it can pick up minute signals and sound much more realistic.
The headshell is also made in Japan, and produced by a specialized manufacturer in Kanagawa Prefecture. It picks up a lot of signals, which produces realistic and high-quality sound over the entire sound range. Considering all of its attributes.
The headshell has excellent cost performance.