Hana M Series MC Phono Cartridges ML - Low Output Reviews

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“Months ago I decided to upgrade my worn out Ortofon Black MM cartridge. After some research, and multiple conversations with the staff here, I decided on making the jump up to my first MC cartridge. I've tested this cartridge with different tubes, and a solid state amplifier, and what I can say for sure is that the Hana is definitely a smoother cartridge. Everything is presented how the record intends for it to be presented, rather than things always sounding bright or always sounding warm, etc. When listening to UHQR's and the like, it presents the detail, clarity, and soundstage one would desire. When spinning lower quality records, modern digital records, they are more pleasant to listen to (to my ears, and in my room) than the previously owned MM cartridges I've used. Everything feels more balanced, less harsh, and just smooth. I love this shop and this staff.”

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Posted 2 months ago

“Made the upgrade from a MoFi Master Tracker to this ML. After some time with this cartridge it started to open up and reveal it self in all its glory. Very impressed at how much it changed my listening sessions. I'm not knocking the Mastertracker which came on my Ultra Deck purchased here as I enjoyed it also. Love the past purchases made at Upscale always first class service...”

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Posted 7 months ago

David Henkes

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“Best cartridge that retails for $1200. Lots of detail due to microcline stylus that matches the shape of the mastering record cutting stylus! High purity copper. And other characteristics make sound smooth. Sounds better than a lot cartridges costing considerably more $.”

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Posted 8 months ago

Louis Wallach

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“After a fair sampling of circa 1000.00 cartridges this is quite likely the most value available. A true winner in its class. Also my best choice for a relatively low priced turntable, not over-reaching for an upgraded Rega RP3 and 303 arm.”

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Posted 10 months ago

“Very full sounding cartridge with lots of attention to detail. Very pleased! Thank You, Bill!!”

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Posted 1 year ago

Justin Waite

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Posted 1 year ago

Andrew Hagerman

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“I purchased this cartridge in combination with the Pro-Ject 6 PerspeX SB turntable and Pro-Ject DS3 Phono Box. This is my first dive into a true analog rig so I have nothing really to compare it too. Overall, once the cartridge was broken in, I was totally blow away by the amount of detail, soundstage, and finesse the ML provided. I am glad I went straight to a low output MC as my expecatations were very high to begin with coming from a high end digital setup. Let's just say, this rig is so good I haven't used my digital source since! The overall smoothness and balance is unmatched. Upscale did a fantastic job helping me select not only the turntable but the cartridge as well. They are very knowledgable about the products they sell and seem to have a high regard when it comes to the Hana brand. Highly recommneded!”

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Posted 1 year ago