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Clipper Hi-Fi Cartridge (J-AAC0868)

JicoSKU cr-454

original design Japanese hi-fi cartridge with nude diamond stylus, S-shaped cantilever, balanced headshell
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📌LAB POINTS

  • original cartridge design from leading Japanese stylus manufacturer
  • hi-fi model for listening with nude diamond conical stylus, which enhances clarity and reproduction of mid-to-high frequencies
  • world's first tapered S-shaped cantilever, reduces tip mass for precise and dynamic sound reproduction
  • unique ApexGlide headshell with balanced design and centered finger lift
  • can also fit any 44 series stylus
  • hand made in Japan

"At its core, the Clipper features the world’s first tapered S-cantilever, combining a reduced-mass tapered design with SHURE's iconic shape. This enhances vibration accuracy, delivering a more powerful and clear sound. Paired with Jico's nude diamond conical tip, the Clipper excels at mid-to-high frequency reproduction, ensuring a refined and vibrant listening experience across genres. The design of cartridge and its ApexGlide Headshell balances style and performance, drawing inspiration from sleek, aerodynamic forms while offering intuitive handling." - Jico

🔎 TECH SPECS

  • tracking force: 2.0±0.2g
  • frequency range: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
  • weight: 16.7g (including headshell)
  • output voltage: 5.0mV - 8.0mV
UPC: 4951586008682

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