DENON's classic MC cartridge. The balance of localization and sound is excellent, and all music genres can be played without difficulty. This cartridge can be recommended to a variety of people, from analog beginners to experts. The exterior is dull. Serial 7089 (Asaine Tomoho)
Maintenance information: 2025.11.23 Operation confirmed
Accessories: needle cover
Main specifications: MC type output voltage 0.3 mV playback frequency 20 Hz to 45 kHz electrical impedance 40 ohms needle tip 16.5 microns round needle pressure 2.2 to 2.8 g dead weight 8.5 g
This is an evolved model of the AT33ANV to commemorate the 45th anniversary of Audio-Technica's founding. Strength has been further enhanced by tapering the duralumin cantilever of the previous model AT33ANV, and you can enjoy an exhilarating sound with almost no sense of hearing distortion. The needle tip is good. The exterior is dull. (YONEJIMA Satoshi)
Maintenance information: 2025.11.26 Operation confirmed
Accessories: case
Main specifications: output 0.3 mV needle pressure 1.8 to 2.2 g (2.0 g standard) frequency band 15 to 50 kHz impedance 10 ohms dead weight 6.9 g
An original needle! It combines the delicate expressive power unique to light needle pressure with an energetic, thick sound typical of Type 3. Recommended for those who listen to jazz and rock (Murakoshi Yoichi)
Maintenance information: 2025.11.30 sound output confirmed
Accessories: none
Main specifications: mm type frequency range 10 Hz to 25,000 Hz output voltage 3.5 mV needle pressure 0.75 g to 1.25 g weight 6 g
A type with a built-in transformer for the original SPU MC cartridge that was reprinted in a limited edition of 1000 pieces. The thick, rich texture and sharp high frequency set it apart from other cartridges. There is a feeling of use over time, but there are no noticeable scratches (Sasaki Shota)
Maintenance information: 2025.11.29 sound output confirmed
Accessories: original box, needle cover, manual
Main specifications: MC type transformer built-in elliptical needle output 7 mV playback frequency band 20 to 20,000 Hz needle pressure 3 to 4.5 g dead weight 33.2 g
Nagaoka T4P cartridges. You can enjoy various music genres with neutral sound production typical of the company (Murakoshi Yoichi)
Maintenance information: 2025.11.23 sound output confirmed
Accessories: none
Main specifications: needle pressure 1.5g
An original needle! The final model in Shure's pinnacle V15 series. With the amount of information close to the MC produced by the microridge needle tip, the sound cuts through with the goodness of the grain. Please enjoy jazz or classical music. The feeling of use can be seen over time, but it is generally good (Yamato Yuki)
Accessories: original box
Main specifications: mm type output voltage 3.0 mV playback frequency range 10 to 25,000 Hz, proper needle pressure 1.5 to 1.75 g (optimal 1.5 g) dead weight 6.6 g
*The stylus is equipped with a JICO VN45HE. This is Type 4 of the classic V15 series. The impression is that sharper resolution and a sense of dynamism have been added than Type 3. It is a high-performance cartridge that has extremely high tracing ability and conveys the feeling that it picks up the sound engraved in the sound groove without omission (Asaine Tomoho)
Maintenance information: 2025.11.28 Operation confirmed
Accessories: none
Main specifications: mm type output voltage 4 mV needle pressure 0.75 to 1.25 g internal impedance 47 kΩ dead weight 7 g
Comes with a universal adapter! T4P standard socket shaped analog cartridge. Can be used with Technics SL-10 etc. By attaching the included adapter, it can also be used with a standard shell. The exterior is generally good (Murakoshi Yoichi)
Maintenance information: 2025.11.23 sound output confirmed
Accessories: needle cover, mounting screws, universal adapter, instruction manual, case
Main specifications: mm type oval needle playback frequency band 20-20,000 Hz, appropriate needle pressure 1 to 1.5 g
※The damper is slightly sloppy, and the cantilever is leaning to the left, so it is inexpensive. Standard cartridges in the company's MC series. It combines a smooth high range with a dense midrange. It is a cartridge with a comfortable feel that makes you feel warm (Daiki Goto)
Maintenance information: 2025.11.26 Operation confirmed
Accessories: none
Main specifications: MC type output voltage 0.09 mV needle pressure 1.7 g playback frequency band 20 to 20,000 Hz load resistance 10 ohms internal impedance 3 ohms dead weight 7 g
Audio-Technica high output MC cartridges. model with shell. It has a gentle, open sound, and is perfect for introductory use (Daiki Goto)
Maintenance information: 2025.11.26 Operation confirmed
Accessories: none
Main specifications: MC type output 0.4 mV standard needle pressure 1.7 g dead weight 5 g (shell not included)
Audio-Technica MC Cartridges In addition to the bright and precise sound, it also has excellent sharpness in the high frequencies. It has a sharper sound than the company's 33 derivative models, and is suitable for jazz fusion systems (Daiki Goto)
Maintenance information: 2025.11.26 Operation confirmed
Accessories: needle cover
Main specifications: output voltage 0.4 mV needle pressure 1.2 to 1.8 g (standard 1.5 g) internal impedance 17 ohms oval needle weight 6.8 g
A masterpiece MC cartridge from the heyday of Sony analog. Integrated construction with magnesium alloy die-cast shell The straight, sharp sound quality is attractive. There is dirt on the exterior. There are no needle bends. Serial 7326 (Yonejima Satoshi)
Maintenance information: 2025.11.22 Operation confirmed
Accessories: needle cover
Main specifications: triple structure carbon clad cantilever output voltage 0.2 mV frequency characteristics 10 Hz to 50 kHz dead weight 22 g needle pressure 1.5 g to 2.5 g suitable needle pressure 2.0 g
Since the cantilever is slightly tilted to the right, it is inexpensive. DENON's classic MC cartridge. The balance of localization and sound is excellent, and all music genres can be played without difficulty. This cartridge can be recommended to a variety of people, from analog beginners to experts. There is no needle cover (Sasaki Shota)
Maintenance information: 2025.11.1 sound output confirmed
Accessories: inner box
Main specifications: MC type output voltage 0.3 mV playback frequency 20 Hz to 45 kHz electrical impedance 40 ohms needle tip 16.5 microns round needle pressure 2.2 to 2.8 g dead weight 8.5 g
Comes with original box! An advanced model in the MC Star series. The traditional Japanese craft “Yamanaka lacquerware” (wood/phenolic composite body) is used to finish the body. It is a model that wants to make an orchestra sound magnificently, with a sound that is highly transparent and full of scale. (FUJISAWA KOSHI)
Maintenance information: 2025.11.24 Operation confirmed
Accessories: original box, lead wire, tools, screws, simple needle pressure gauge
Main specifications: MC type 6 ohm output 0.5 mV playback frequency 20 to 30 kHz proper needle pressure 2.3 g dead weight 10.5 g
*The main body is an F-8L, but an F-8C clamp is attached. It is cheap because the main unit is in poor condition. It has a high degree of sound resolution and is characterized by subtlety not typical of the MM type. The needle cover is missing. There are rust spots and scratches on the exterior. (YONEJIMA Satoshi)
Maintenance information: 2025.11.23 Operation confirmed
Accessories: No accessories
Main specifications: mm type output 3.5 mV needle pressure 1 to 2.5 g frequency band 10 to 45,000 Hz load resistance 50 to 100 kΩ dead weight 6.5 g
The needle tip is a genuine replacement needle SHURE VN35HE. It combines the delicate expressive power unique to light needle pressure with an energetic, thick sound typical of Type 3. Recommended for those who listen to jazz and rock. There is a feeling of use on the exterior such as dullness and small scratches (Asaine Tomoho)
Maintenance information: 2025.11.23 Operation confirmed
Accessories: none
Main specifications: mm type frequency range 10 Hz to 25,000 Hz output voltage 3.5 mV needle pressure 0.75 g to 1.25 g weight 6 g
Germany's answer to the MM high compliance type Oshure V-15 is this ESG-794E. This is a model with the old logo ELECTRO ACUTIC. The fresh, well-grained sound makes jazz sound crisp. The tone is dry, and the extension and resolution of the low frequencies are perfect. The exterior is dull and has a feeling of use (Tomoho Asaine)
Maintenance information: 2025.11.23 sound output checked
Accessories: none
Main specifications: MM type 10mV playback frequency 10 to 25000 Hz 47 kΩ needle pressure 1 g weight: 6.7 g
※They are inexpensive because they have been replaced with needles made by other companies. It combines the delicate expressive power unique to light needle pressure with an energetic, thick sound typical of Type 3. Recommended for those who listen to jazz and rock. The cantilever is slightly to the left. There is a feeling of use (Kanai Hidetsugu)
Maintenance information: 2025.11.23 sound output confirmed
Accessories: none
Main specifications: mm type frequency range 10 Hz to 25,000 Hz output voltage 3.5 mV needle pressure 0.75 g to 1.25 g weight 6 g
Technica MC cartridges have sufficient extrusion in the low range and cuts in the high frequency range. The aluminum alloy body is sensitive and clearly depicts differences in sound quality due to the shell. There are no needle bends. (TAMURA Eiji)
Maintenance information: 2025.11.22 sound output confirmed
Accessories: needle cover
Main specifications: MC type needle pressure 1.2 to 1.8 g internal impedance 17 ohms oval needle self-weight 7 g
A higher-level model that uses 6N copper as the coil winding for the standard DL-103 cartridge. Compared to the original model, the high range and resolution have been improved, making it compatible with modern sources with plenty of room. The exterior is dull. Serial 1645 (Yonejima Satoshi)
Maintenance information: 2025.11.22 Operation confirmed
Accessories: needle cover, case
Main specifications: round needle tip 16.5 microns output voltage 0.25 mV playback frequency 20 Hz to 45 kHz impedance 14 ohms needle pressure 2.5 g dead weight 8.5 g
※The needle tip has been replaced with a 205C-2X. This is a powerful MM cartridge where you can clearly feel the delicate fine particle feel. There is some corrosion on the body. (TAMURA Eiji)
Maintenance information: 2025.11.22 sound output confirmed
Accessories: needle cover
Main specifications: mm type needle pressure 1 to 1.5 g dead weight 6.5 g 10 Hz to 25 kHz
ELAC's classic MM cartridges. The sound quality spun out of the gold body is bright, and in addition to a slight sense of speed, you can enjoy a warm MM-like sound. There is a conspicuous scar on the body (Tomonori Asae)
Maintenance information: 2025.11.22 sound output confirmed
Accessories: none
Main specifications: mm type output 5.5 mV playback frequency band 10 Hz to 25,000 Hz needle pressure 0.75 to 1.5 g dead weight 6.5 g
A standard model of domestic mono cartridges. A popular model that condenses the appeal of a mono needle, which has a thick overall sound and is also powerful. It is also attractive that it has a high output and can be used without a step-up transformer. Serial 14403 (Tomoho Asaine)
Maintenance information: 2025.11.22 Operation confirmed
Accessories: needle cover
Main specifications: output voltage 3 mV playback frequency 50 Hz to 10 kHz impedance 240 ohms compatible load 1 kΩ or more needle tip 17 microns diamond round needle needle pressure 3G
A cartridge that is inexpensive yet easy to remove, and allows you to enjoy a punchy sound. The cantilever is slightly to the left (Terashima Yuya)
Maintenance information: 2025.11.21 sound output confirmed
Accessories: none
Main specifications: Mi type oval needle output 6 mV optimal needle pressure 2 g dead weight 18 g
There are 3 types of MC Star series mid-range models. The 20W is a model that places particular emphasis on the mid-range, and you can enjoy a comfortable sound with warm tones and extrusion effects. The wooden body made of Yamanaka lacquer, a traditional Japanese craft, is also attractive. There are no needle bends. (FUJISAWA KOSHI)
Maintenance information: 2025.11.21 operation confirmed
Accessories: No accessories
Main specifications: MC type output voltage 0.5 mV suitable needle pressure 2.3 g recommended load impedance 10 to 200 ohms dead weight 10.5 g
※Inexpensive because the brush is out of stock. High output, easy to use cartridges. It is suitable for popular music in general with a glossy, thick, and clear sound quality (Murakoshi Yoichi)
Maintenance information: 2025.11.21 sound output confirmed
Accessories: needle cover
Main specifications: Mi type output voltage 4.4 mV playback frequency range 10 to 25,000 Hz needle pressure range 0.75 g to 1.5 g impedance 47 kΩ channel separation 35 db dead weight 5.5 g
A 4-channel matrix MM cartridge with a seagull mark that tickles the desire to own it. You can easily enjoy the sound of 1970's Sure. There is cantilever corrosion (Daiki Goto)
Maintenance information: 2025.11.21 operation confirmed
Accessories: none
Main specifications: mm type oval needle output 5 mV needle pressure 0.75 to 1.5 g playback frequency band 20-20,000 Hz dead weight 5.5 g
Audio-Technica's current VM cartridge. Uses a bonded round needle that is hard to be affected by settings and has stable tracing performance. It is a model with clear, wide-range sound, and high cost performance (Eternity Mirai)
Maintenance information: 2025.11.21 operation confirmed
Accessories: manual, original box
Main specifications: VM type 20 to 20,000 Hz 5.0 mV 1.8 to 2.2 g dead weight 6.4 g
YAMAHA MC type cartridges. It plays strings and vocals with high transparency and freshness. The cantilever is slightly turned to the left (Hiura Katsuji)
Maintenance information: 2025.11.17 sound output confirmed
Accessories: none
Main specifications: 10 Hz to 45 kHz output voltage 0.5 mV impedance 50 ohms needle pressure 2.0 g dead weight 8 g
There is no problem with the sound output operation, but the finger tip is bent vertically, and the cantilever is slightly tilted to the right, so it is inexpensive. Standard model in the SPU series. The well-balanced sound quality, which combines strength and lightness, is attractive. The rich, thick tone is attractive (Sasaki Shota)
Maintenance information: 2025.11.20 Operation confirmed
Accessories: none
Main specifications: MC type round needle output 0.2 mV frequency band 20 to 20,000 Hz internal impedance 2 ohms needle pressure 3 to 4.5 g