New / Hana Umami Red // Low Output MC Cartridge / Microline Diamond

The Hana Umami Red Moving Coil Cartridge is a triumph of audio engineering and design. Its sophisticated construction, luxurious aesthetics, and exceptional sound performance make it a standout choice for audiophiles seeking the ultimate vinyl listening experience. The Hana Umami Red is not just a cartridge; it’s an investment in pure musical enjoyment, offering a level of fidelity and immersion that will delight and inspire. For those who demand the very best, the Hana Umami Red is the definitive choice for vinyl playback excellence.

• Stylus Profile: Microline – Ensures the highest level of detail retrieval and precise tracking.
• Cantilever: Boron – Offers superior rigidity and lightness, enhancing sound reproduction.
• Coil Material: High-purity copper wire – Provides a clean and transparent signal path for exceptional audio fidelity.
• Output Level: 0.4mV – Low output for maximum detail and dynamic range, requiring a compatible MC phono preamp.
• Body Material: A7075 aluminum with ebony wood inlay – Combines strength and vibration control for superior performance.

Condition

Brand New

Factory Specs

Stylus    Microline
Cantilever    Boron
Magnetic Circuitry    Pure Iron/Cryo Treatment
Coil Wire    High Purity Copper
Output Level    0.4 mv
Output Balance    <0.5/1kHz
Trackability    70 µm/2g
Channel Separation    30dB/1kHz
Frequency Response    10-50,000Hz
Coil Impedance    6Ω/1kHz
Suggested Load Impedance    > 60Ω
Magnet    Samarium Cobalt
Vertical Tracking Force    2g
Cartridge Weight    10.5g
Body Material    Duralumin (A7075), Ebony Wood
Body Finish    Gloss Urushi Lacquer/ Red
Warranty    2 years

Liner Notes

The HANA-Umami Red high-end moving coil cartridge combines brilliant materials and classic Japanese techniques with modern audio engineering. Ebony wood, rare-earth magnets, precision-cut diamond, high-purity copper wires, Urushi lacquering, and CNC machined Duralumin synergize under the vision of Hana designer Okada-san.

The synergistic relationship in MC generators between magnet, armature, and coil windings is a critical aspect of outstanding cartridge design; and like a signature dish at a Michelin 3-star restaurant, every element and detail working in concert results in a memorable and emotional experience.

All the major parts in a HANA-Umami Red are manufactured in house by Excel Sound with its rich history spanning over 50 years. Excel’s highly trained craftsmen skillfully hand assemble the HANA-Umami Red ensuring an intensely musical experience furthering the HANA “Brilliant and Gorgeous” sound quality.

 

Packing

We'll deliver this piece in its original factory box, so you can be sure it will be protected just as hana intended.

Shipping

This piece ships to the contiguous United States for a flat rate of $25, which includes our packaging and our insurance. Of course, we'll ship anywhere in the world, just drop us a line and we'll give you an estimate – even if you're just curious.

Stock No.

8716114460893