{"product_id":"etsuro-urushi-cobalt-blue-mc-cartridge","title":"Etsuro Urushi Cobalt Blue MC cartridge","description":"\u003cp\u003eEtsuro Urushi Cobalt Blue Cartridge\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Etsuro Urushi Cobalt Blue is a high-end moving coil cartridge designed to extract maximum detail, dynamics and musicality from vinyl playback. Combining advanced materials with traditional Japanese craftsmanship, it delivers a refined, natural and highly resolved sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey features:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• moving coil cartridge\u003cbr\u003e• Microline stylus profile (80μm contact surface)\u003cbr\u003e• sapphire cantilever\u003cbr\u003e• samarium cobalt magnetic circuit\u003cbr\u003e• rhodium-plated terminal pins\u003cbr\u003e• extra-super duralumin (A7075) body\u003cbr\u003e• hand-finished urushi lacquer housing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesign and performance:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Microline stylus is shaped to closely match the original cutting head, allowing it to track the groove with exceptional accuracy. This results in improved detail retrieval, reduced distortion and more natural reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sapphire cantilever offers high rigidity and excellent transmission of vibration, ensuring fast, precise response to musical information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe magnetic circuit combines samarium cobalt magnets with soft iron to maintain stable, consistent performance aligned with the movement of the coil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterials and construction:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• sapphire cantilever for low distortion and high speed response\u003cbr\u003e• A7075 extra-super duralumin body for rigidity and resonance control\u003cbr\u003e• rhodium-plated terminals for reliable signal transfer\u003cbr\u003e• urushi lacquer finish for added strength and unique aesthetic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rigid structure helps minimise unwanted resonance, contributing to a clean and controlled sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSound characteristics:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• highly detailed and precise\u003cbr\u003e• smooth, natural tonal balance\u003cbr\u003e• strong dynamics and clarity\u003cbr\u003e• excellent tracking and low distortion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVersions available:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• standard version – 0.25mV output (as supplied by manufacturer)\u003cbr\u003e• special edition – 0.4mV output (enhanced dynamics and performance)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuild and craftsmanship:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach cartridge is handcrafted using traditional Japanese urushi lacquering techniques, combining durability with a distinctive cobalt blue finish. The design reflects decades of experience in cartridge engineering and analogue sound reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cobalt Blue is designed for high-performance analogue systems and requires a suitable phono stage or step-up transformer to match its output level.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Etsuro Urushi","offers":[{"title":"Standard version","offer_id":58315547738496,"sku":null,"price":4250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"UK SE version","offer_id":58315544134016,"sku":"TSR-RSH-CBL-BL","price":5500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1002\/6926\/1184\/files\/rs_w_1200_h_1200-1_9a3497de-6a2a-47f6-ac6b-81702e781645.png?v=1782132061","url":"https:\/\/thespinningroomhifi.co.uk\/products\/etsuro-urushi-cobalt-blue-mc-cartridge","provider":"The Spinning Room Hifi","version":"1.0","type":"link"}