Takumi Kin MC

The Takumi Kin represents a further refinement in the Takumi cartridge lineup, introducing a ruby cantilever for enhanced rigidity and reduced resonance. Paired with a nude fine-elliptical stylus, it delivers improved mechanical precision and highly accurate groove tracing.

The use of a ruby cantilever provides superior control and stability, resulting in lower distortion and a cleaner signal path. Combined with the 6N OCC coil structure, the Kin achieves excellent tonal purity and fast transient response.

The Kin excels in low-level detail retrieval, offering a deep black background and precise spatial imaging. Bass performance gains definition and control, while high frequencies are reproduced with a smooth, refined and natural texture.

Balancing analytical precision with musicality, the Kin reveals fine detail without sounding clinical, making it suitable for critical listening while maintaining an engaging and natural presentation.

Features
Moving Coil Cartridge With Ruby Cantilever
Nude Fine Elliptical Stylus For Precise Tracking
6N OCC Coil Structure For High Signal Purity
Low-Impedance Design For Fast Response
Enhanced Detail Retrieval And Soundstage Depth
Tight And Controlled Bass Performance
Smooth And Refined High Frequency Reproduction

Specifications
Cantilever: Ruby
Stylus: Nude Fine Elliptical, 5/15 µm
VTA: 20°
Coil: Square 6N OCC
Output: 0.28 mV
Impedance: 4.7 Ω
Channel Balance: < 0.3 dB
Channel Separation: > 28 dB
Frequency Response: 15 – 25 kHz
Tracking Ability: 70 µm @ 315 Hz
Dynamic Compliance: 15 µm/mN
Recommended Load: 100 – 330 Ω
Tracking Force: 1.6 – 2.0 g (1.8 g recommended)
Tonearm Compatibility: Medium Mass

Dimensions & Weight
Weight: 9 g