Hana E Series MKII Cartridge
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Building on the technological advancements and sonic refinements across the Hana lineup, the new E Series MK II is a clear step forward in performance and value.
Pre-order today! Units shipping week of 9/22.
Adopting the body shape of the M Series, the E Series MK II also features an elastomer coating that reduces mechanical resonance, revealing greater clarity and low-level detail. A precision-machined brass cap with threaded mounting holes enhances tonearm compatibility and rigidity, producing deeper bass and improved dynamics.
Key magnetic circuit components—including the yoke, pole pieces, and gold-plated terminal pins—are cryogenically treated to enhance material stability, reduce magnetic distortion, and optimize signal transfer.
The EL MK II uses the same Alnico generator with 8Ω coil found in the Hana Umami Blue, ML, and SL MK II, offering high-level performance with ideal compatibility for MC phono stages set to a 100-ohm input impedance. The EH MK II is optimized for standard MM phono inputs, extending Hana’s latest performance gains to a broader range of analog systems.
Founded in 1970 by Masao Okada-san, Excel Sound of Yokohama is a leading Japanese phono cartridge manufacturer. Every Hana cartridge—from the E Series MK II to the flagship Umami Black—is hand-built by the same master craftsmen. Their exceptional precision, consistency, and attention to detail creates Hana’s “Brilliant and Gorgeous” sound.
EL MK II & EH MK II Specifications:
Stylus: Synthetic Elliptical
Cantilever: Aluminum
Magnet: Alnico
Output Level:
EH: 2mV/1kHz
Output Balance: <1.5dB/1kHz
Vertical Tracking Force: 2gr
Trackability: 70μm/2gr
Frequency Response: 15-25,000Hz
Coil Impedance:
EL: 8Ω
EH: 130Ω
Suggested Loading:
EL: ≥80Ω
EH: 47kΩ
Cartridge Weight: 8gr
Body Color: Moss Green
