{"product_id":"aidas-cu-durawood-mc-cartridge","title":"AIDAS Cartridge CU Series DURAWOOD Pure Copper Coil MC Cartridge","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"post-shipping-info\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThis item is made to order. It will take about three weeks for shipping. Depending on the manufacturer's stock, it may take even longer.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"products-eyecatch\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eCondensing the natural resonance of wood to the extreme\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHigh-rigidity wood body model that captures the subtle expressions of music\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"products-desc-title\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Concept\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePrecision pure copper coil and unique double suspension structure\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn AIDAS's \"COPPER (CU) Series,\" the most musically balanced model is this \"DURAWOOD.\" The body material uses a special composite in which natural wood is ultra-high-pressure compressed to one-tenth of its original thickness. While retaining the beautiful resonance unique to wood, it attains extremely high rigidity and density comparable to metals or stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis robust body rapidly dampens unwanted resonance occurring inside the cartridge. It converts the information engraved on the record without any distortion into the rich sound of the pure copper coil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/9139\/7377\/files\/Durawood_dark02.jpg?v=1777097339\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUltimate Wood Material: Durawood Body\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Durawood,\" made by layering natural wood and compressing it under ultra-high pressure, boasts hardness and stability unattainable by ordinary wooden bodies. By thoroughly eliminating resonance, the sound attacks sharply, achieving a balance of richness typical of a wood body with modern high-speed sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFreshness through 6N pure copper coil and shortest signal path\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe coil uses high-purity 6N copper (0.03mm). By designing the connection pins as close to the coil as possible, information loss due to internal wiring is prevented, achieving overwhelming sound freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrass connection pins with 24K gold press processing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe connection terminals use \"24K gold press processing,\" which has a much thicker layer of gold than general plating. This ensures excellent conductivity and long-term durability, supporting a sound full of energy in the mid to low ranges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoron cantilever × Micro Ridge Stylus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe vibration system is equipped with a high-performance boron cantilever and micro-ridge stylus from Namiki (Adamant Namiki). Its astonishing tracing ability accurately picks up even the minuscule signals deeply engraved in the grooves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/9139\/7377\/files\/Durawood_dark04.jpg?v=1777097470\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAIDAS: Mounting Style and Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBolt-on threaded type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe body of the AIDAS cartridge has precision threading (M2.5). It can be installed smartly from the top with only bolts, without using nuts, greatly reducing installation stress when handling expensive cartridges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ehalf inch mount\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdopts screw holes with 12.7mm spacing, which is the world standard. It is compatible with head shells from a variety of manufacturers and has a highly versatile design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptimized for tonearm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe balance between dead weight and appropriate stylus pressure has been optimized to maximize the original performance of AIDAS in many modern \"medium mass tone arms\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e24k gold press pin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdopts an output pin with 24-karat gold press on a brass base. It is resistant to oxidation due to aging, and permanently maintains the freshness of the signal at the point of contact with the lead wire for a long time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e``Durawood'' is a material that combines musical ``resonance'' and audio ``accuracy'' at the highest level. While the previously introduced ``PANZERHOLZ'' boasts an overwhelming sense of silence and rigidity, this ``DURAWOOD'' is the perfect reference model for those who value the warmth and organic texture of music more.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"products-desc-title\"\u003eSpec\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100.087%; height: 215.532px;\" class=\"table-spec\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 33.3094%; height: 19.5938px;\" scope=\"row\"\u003ebody material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.831%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eDurawood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 33.3094%; height: 19.5938px;\" scope=\"row\"\u003ecoil material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.831%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e6N pure copper (0.03mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 33.3094%; height: 19.5938px;\" scope=\"row\"\u003ePower generation method\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.831%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eMC (Moving Coil)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 33.3094%; height: 19.5938px;\" scope=\"row\"\u003emagnet\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.831%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eAlNiCo5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 33.3094%; height: 19.5938px;\" scope=\"row\"\u003ecantilever\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.831%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eNamiki \/ Adamant Boron\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 33.3094%; height: 19.5938px;\" scope=\"row\"\u003estylus\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.831%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003emicro ridge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 33.3094%; height: 19.5938px;\" scope=\"row\"\u003eoutput voltage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.831%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e0.3mV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 33.3094%; height: 19.5938px;\" scope=\"row\"\u003ecoil impedance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.831%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e5 ohms (DC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 33.3094%;\" scope=\"row\"\u003ecompliance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.831%;\"\u003e8um\/mN (Lateral)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 33.3094%; height: 19.5938px;\" scope=\"row\"\u003eAppropriate stylus pressure\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.831%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e1.9g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 33.3094%; height: 19.5938px;\" scope=\"row\"\u003eown weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.831%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e9.5g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"width: 33.3094%;\"\u003eterminal pin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.831%;\"\u003e24K gold press (brass base)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 33.3094%; height: 19.5938px;\" scope=\"row\"\u003emounting hole\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.831%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eThreaded (M2.5 \/ 12.7mm spacing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"width: 33.3094%;\"\u003eRecommended load impedance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.831%;\"\u003e100 – 1,000 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 33.3094%;\" scope=\"row\"\u003eRecommended tonearm execution mass\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.831%;\"\u003emedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"products-recommend\" class=\"products-recommend3\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"products-recommend3\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHiFiAdv\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eice review\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eu\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the Netherlands, the highly regarded audio specialty media outlet \"HiFi Advice\" published an extremely positive review of the Aidas Cartridges Durawood MC.\u003cbr\u003eThe reviewer conducted listening tests with a high-end system consisting of an Origin Live Calypso Mk4 turntable, Illustrious tonearm, and CH Precision A1.5 amplifier. After comparing it with well-established competitors such as the Denon DL304 and DL207, and Audio Technica AT-150mlx, they stated, \"The difference in resolution is not significant, but the differences in transparency, neutrality, texture, and timbre are obvious.\" They even mentioned, \"Denon and Audio Technica sound slightly synthetic.\"\u003cbr\u003eWith Azymuth's analog recordings, they experienced a \"vitality that transports you back to a live concert,\" and on the Art Of Noise album, it brought out a \"magical texture never heard on CDs or digital files.\" Ultimately, the reviewer concluded: \"It redefined the benchmark in accuracy, articulation, purity, transparency, dynamics, sharpness, and balance. In particular, the precision and articulation of the low range are astonishingly excellent, and its presentation is incredibly convincing and captivating.\"\u003cbr\u003e\"No harsh edges, rich texture, extremely natural\"—these words encapsulate the deep impression this cartridge leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"AIDAS Cartridges","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48673437614337,"sku":"DURAWOOD","price":1199000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/9139\/7377\/files\/Durawood_dark.jpg?v=1777097339","url":"https:\/\/exclusive-audio.jp\/en\/products\/jasmine-audio-hill-mono-mc-cartridge-nature-series-5","provider":"ExAUDIO","version":"1.0","type":"link"}