HANA EH Moving Coil Phono Cartridge

The Hana EH ("Elliptical High") is a high-output moving coil cartridge designed to be the ultimate "plug-and-play" upgrade for music lovers stepping up from standard moving magnet (MM) cartridges. Handmade in Japan with the same meticulous attention to detail as Hana's premium models, the EH combines the effortless musicality of a moving coil design with the convenience of high output. By pairing a precise synthetic elliptical stylus with a powerful Alnico magnet system, the EH delivers a sound that is dynamic, rich, and engaging—all without the need for a specialized MC phono stage.

Key Features:

• High Output (2.0mV): Designed to work flawlessly with standard Moving Magnet (MM) phono inputs, requiring no additional step-up transformer or MC-specific gear.
• Synthetic Elliptical Stylus: Features a highly accurate elliptical stylus profile that offers excellent tracking and detail retrieval while remaining forgiving of record imperfections.
• Alnico Magnet Generator: Utilizes premium Alnico magnets for a natural, linear, and musically expressive sound signature free from harshness.
• Cross-Coil Architecture: A special cross-coil generator design enhances channel separation and dynamic contrast for a more immersive listening experience.
• Aluminum Cantilever: A stiff, lightweight aluminum cantilever ensures faithful transmission of groove modulations to the generator.
• Lightweight Moss Green Body: Weighing just 5 grams, the composite body is compatible with a vast range of tonearms and is finished in Hana's distinctive moss green.

Moving Coil Magic made Easy

The "H" in Hana EH stands for High Output. With a robust 2.0mV output signal, this cartridge is engineered to connect directly to the standard MM phono input found on most integrated amplifiers and receivers. This allows you to experience the superior speed, transparency, and airiness of a moving coil cartridge without the expense and complexity of buying a new high-gain phono stage. It is the most straightforward path to true high-end analog sound.

Natural, Dynamic Performance

At the heart of the EH is a generator system built around Alnico magnets. Unlike modern rare-earth magnets that can sometimes sound sterile or aggressive, Alnico is prized for its warmth, texture, and natural musical flow. Combined with a cross-coil armature, this system delivers excellent channel separation and a wide soundstage, reproducing vocals and instruments with a lifelike presence that standard entry-level cartridges simply cannot match.

Precision Tracking

The EH employs a synthetic elliptical stylus mounted to a rigid aluminum cantilever. This classic combination strikes an ideal balance between resolution and musicality. It digs deep into the groove to extract fine details and spatial cues, yet remains forgiving enough to make your entire record collection—including older or well-loved LPs—sound its absolute best. The 5-gram body weight ensures broad compatibility with almost any modern tonearm, making setup a breeze.

The Listening Room Difference

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