Hana SL

Hana SL
B

Based on 18 reviews

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Great upgrade from moving magnet cartridges
Clear and energetic sound
Good value for its price
Recommended for those with a decent MC phono stage
Compared favorably to other high-end cartridges
Not ideal for half-assed LOMC setups
Can be finicky to set up and requires a good phono stage
Expensive compared to some moving magnet cartridges

Verdict

Overall, the Hana SL moving coil cartridge receives high praise from reviewers. Many note that it is a significant upgrade from their previous moving magnet cartridges and that it offers clear and energetic sound. Some reviewers mention that it is expensive but worth the investment, while others note that it is a great value for its price. Some reviewers mention that it can be finicky to set up and requires a good phono stage, but once dialed in, it performs exceptionally well. The Hana SL is recommended for those with a decent MC phono stage and is compared favorably to other high-end cartridges.

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