An exceptionally good phono cartridge! Outstanding value.

The Hana SL Mk II low output moving coil cartridge brings significant enhancements to deliver superior musical performance and exceptional value for its price. Featuring refined materials, advanced technology and inspiration from Hana’s premium ML and Umami models, the SL Mk II embodies the brand’s signature “brilliant and gorgeous” sound.

Key improvements include a new tapered aluminium cantilever, providing enhanced rigidity and improved groove modulation transfer, ensuring a precise and detailed audio reproduction. The cartridge benefits from an array of upgraded components and processes, many of which are derived from Hana’s high-end designs.

Key Features of the Hana SL Mk II:

• Tapered Aluminium Cantilever: Improved rigidity for precise transfer of groove modulations to the cartridge generator.
• Cryogenic Treatment: Applied to critical components (yoke, pole-pieces, and gold terminal pins) for a more natural sound.
• Advanced Body Design: Non-resonant shape inspired by the Hana M Series, featuring matte Soft Feel Black elastomeric resin damping and a brass top cap for enhanced performance.
• Improved Mounting: Integral threaded cartridge mounting ensures easier and more secure installation.
• Enhanced Compatibility: Increased weight and refined design improve coupling and extend compatibility with a wider range of tonearms.
• Refined Generator Design: Incorporates Alnico magnets and a cross-coil design with high-purity 30-micron copper wire, delivering 8Ω impedance, lower moving mass and improved signal-to-noise ratio.
• Optimised for Phono Stages: Offers greater resolution, traceability and performance across a broad spectrum of phono preamps.

With these advancements, the Hana SL Mk II raises the bar for audiophile-grade cartridges, delivering rich soundscapes, enhanced dynamics, and expanded versatility.