Ikeda 9mono MC Cartridge

The IKEDA 9mono MC Cartridge represents a purpose-built solution for mono vinyl playback, engineered from the ground up rather than adapted from stereo designs. Its solid aluminum alloy body houses a dual-coil architecture with independent right and left channels, each wound vertically to maximize efficiency while minimizing electromagnetic interference. The duralumin needle holder balances minimal weight with structural integrity, while the oval-shaped stylus is optimized to extract information from mono pressings across all eras. The permalloy core responds exclusively to horizontal motion, effectively suppressing extraneous hum that can compromise listening clarity. This thoughtful engineering approach unlocks the subtle character and original tonal qualities embedded in mono recordings.