{"product_id":"takumi-myo-low-output-mc-cartridge","title":"Takumi MYO – Low Output MC Cartridge (Flagship)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"takumi-desc\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTakumi MYO\u003c\/strong\u003e is the pinnacle of the Takumi cartridge range — a \u003cstrong\u003eflagship low-output moving coil cartridge\u003c\/strong\u003e built without compromise. Its \u003cstrong\u003esapphire cantilever\u003c\/strong\u003e combines extreme rigidity with controlled damping, while the \u003cstrong\u003enude fine-elliptical diamond and 6N OCC generator\u003c\/strong\u003e extend frequency response beyond \u003cstrong\u003e28 kHz\u003c\/strong\u003e with superb channel symmetry. Every component is tuned for balance, silence, and effortless retrieval of the finest musical details hidden in your record grooves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSound Character\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MYO's sapphire structure brings exceptional tonal purity and micro-resolution. It traces inner-groove information with microscopic precision, maintaining coherence even in the most complex passages. The tonal balance is neutral yet luminous: bass is firm and deep, midrange textures are pure and layered, and treble extends effortlessly with no trace of hardness. The result is a sense of quiet authority and spatial depth — the natural conclusion of the Takumi design philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow Output Moving Coil (LOMC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCantilever\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSapphire\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStylus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNude Fine Elliptical, r\/R = 5\/15 µm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVTA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSquare 6N OCC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.28 mV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImpedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.7 Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Balance @ 1 kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt; 0.3 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChannel Separation @ 1 kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026gt; 28 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 Hz – 28 kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTracking Ability @ 315 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70 µm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDynamic Compliance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 µm\/mN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Load\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 – 330 Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTracking Force\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.3 – 2.0 g (1.8 g recommended)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Tonearm Mass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptimal Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e23 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBreak-in Period\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 Years – Manufacturer Warranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eWhy is the Takumi MYO the flagship cartridge?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eThe MYO uses a sapphire cantilever — one of the hardest and most rigid materials available — combined with a 6N OCC coil for maximum signal purity and a frequency response extending beyond 28 kHz. It represents the absolute ceiling of the Takumi design philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eIs a sapphire cantilever better than ruby?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eSapphire (corundum) and ruby are related materials, but sapphire's controlled damping characteristic gives it a unique advantage at the highest performance levels — allowing for exceptional micro-resolution while maintaining musical coherence and tonal neutrality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eWhat phono stage is recommended for the Takumi MYO?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eThe MYO outputs 0.28 mV and requires a high-quality, high-gain MC phono stage. Recommended load impedance is 100–330 Ω. For best results, pair with a reference-level MC phono stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eIs the Takumi MYO available in Canada?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eYes. Vinyl Sound is the authorized Canadian dealer for Takumi cartridges and turntables, serving Toronto and all of Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"warranty\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2-Year Manufacturer Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e – All Takumi cartridges are backed by a 2-year manufacturer warranty.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Takumi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48966958514428,"sku":null,"price":3950.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0116\/1773\/0617\/files\/TakumiMYO_LowOutputMCCartridge.png?v=1776091299","url":"https:\/\/vinylsound.ca\/products\/takumi-myo-low-output-mc-cartridge","provider":"Vinyl Sound Canada Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}