{"product_id":"takumi-shiro-low-output-mc-cartridge","title":"Takumi SHIRO – Low Output MC Cartridge","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"takumi-desc\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTakumi SHIRO\u003c\/strong\u003e elevates the Takumi cartridge line with a \u003cstrong\u003e6N OCC coil structure\u003c\/strong\u003e — a higher-purity winding that increases resolution and tonal clarity — paired with a \u003cstrong\u003enude fine-elliptical stylus on a boron cantilever\u003c\/strong\u003e. The result is a cartridge of exceptional transparency: voices gain texture and space, cymbals and strings reproduce with natural extension and zero harshness, and the overall presentation is \u003cstrong\u003eopen, balanced, and effortlessly musical\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSound Character\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SHIRO retrieves fine inner detail with calm authority, maintaining the Takumi sense of order even in complex passages. Its fine-elliptical diamond reads delicate groove modulations with minimal wear. The soundstage is wide and airy, textures are pure and layered, and the treble extends naturally without hardness or brightness.\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\u003eBoron\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\u003e0.26 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; 26 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 Hz – 25 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\u003e13 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\u003e1.6 – 2.2 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\"\u003eWhat makes the Takumi SHIRO different from the KURO?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eThe SHIRO upgrades to a 6N OCC (higher purity) coil for increased resolution and tonal purity, and uses a nude fine-elliptical stylus (5\/15 µm) which offers sharper groove tracing than the KURO's 6\/15 µm elliptical, delivering greater inner detail and lower groove wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eWhat is a 6N OCC coil?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003e6N OCC (6-Nines Ohno Continuous Cast) copper is ultra-high-purity copper with very few grain boundaries, reducing electrical resistance and distortion for improved signal clarity and tonal transparency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eIs the Takumi SHIRO suitable for classical and acoustic music?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eAbsolutely. The SHIRO excels with complex, dynamic recordings — strings, voices, and cymbals are reproduced with natural extension and texture, making it an outstanding choice for classical, jazz, and acoustic genres.\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":48966945439996,"sku":null,"price":2000.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0116\/1773\/0617\/files\/TakumiSHIRO_LowOutputMCCartridge.png?v=1776091005","url":"https:\/\/vinylsound.ca\/products\/takumi-shiro-low-output-mc-cartridge","provider":"Vinyl Sound Canada Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}