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Takumi KIN – Low Output MC Cartridge
$2,850.00
Product Details
The Takumi KIN represents a significant leap in mechanical precision, employing a ruby cantilever for superior rigidity and ultra-low resonance — paired with the same nude fine-elliptical stylus geometry as the SHIRO. Ruby's extreme hardness and density make it an ideal cantilever material, delivering exceptional clarity, a quiet noise floor, and defined spatial imaging. The KIN is both analytical and musical — revealing without ever being clinical.
Sound Character
The ruby cantilever gives the KIN a distinct sense of calm precision. Low-level dynamics are clearly rendered against a near-black background. The soundstage opens wider, bass lines gain grip and definition, and high frequencies display a clean, silken texture that is free from any brightness or edge.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type | Low Output Moving Coil (LOMC) |
| Cantilever | Ruby |
| Stylus | Nude Fine Elliptical, r/R = 5/15 µm |
| VTA | 20° |
| Coil | Square 6N OCC |
| Weight | 9 g |
| Output Voltage | 0.28 mV |
| Impedance | 4.7 Ω |
| Output Balance @ 1 kHz | < 0.3 dB |
| Channel Separation @ 1 kHz | > 28 dB |
| Frequency Response | 15 Hz – 25 kHz |
| Tracking Ability @ 315 Hz | 70 µm |
| Dynamic Compliance | 15 µm/mN |
| Recommended Load | 100 – 330 Ω |
| Tracking Force | 1.6 – 2.0 g (1.8 g recommended) |
| Recommended Tonearm Mass | Medium |
| Optimal Temperature | 23 °C |
| Break-in Period | 30 hours |
| Warranty | 2 Years – Manufacturer Warranty |
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is a ruby cantilever better than boron?
Ruby (synthetic corundum) is extremely hard and rigid, offering even lower self-resonance than boron. This results in a quieter noise floor, more precisely defined spatial imaging, and tighter bass control.
Who is the Takumi KIN designed for?
The KIN is ideal for audiophiles who want a cartridge that reveals fine musical detail with analytical precision, without sacrificing musicality or becoming fatiguing. It pairs beautifully with high-quality MC phono stages and medium-mass tonearms.
How does the KIN compare to the MYO?
The MYO is the flagship of the Takumi line, using a sapphire cantilever and reaching beyond 28 kHz. The KIN offers similar precision with a ruby cantilever and is an outstanding value at its price point.
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