Yamamoto Sound Craft HS-6 / HS-6S All-Titanium Headshell
Product code: hs6-1Yamamoto Sound Craft HS-6 / HS-6S All-Titanium Headshell
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High resolution at high speed, dramatically improving precision
Selected by Audio Accessories MagazineReceived the Audio Masterpiece Award
The material of HS-6 and HS-6S is high-purity titanium wood with an austere gray appearance, and is the most promising material for headshell materials among lightweight and high-strength metal materials. Titanium is not magnetic and does not affect cartridges with magnets. It is used in the acoustic field and in the diaphragm of horn drivers, and it can be said that the advantages of sound quality are great.
For the HS-6 and HS-6S, titanium is used not only for the shell body, but also for the finger hook and connector part.
In particular, the connector part uses a metal sleeve on the outer periphery, titanium for the locking pin, Teflon for the best insulation properties for the internal insulation, and terminal pins machined from pure copper for the pins. The pins are non-magnetic and have a thick gold-plated finish. By unifying the metal material with titanium, including the mounting screws, the mounting strength is improved to the limit, and you can enjoy a powerful sound with a sense of speed.
For the HS-6 and HS-6S, the weight was kept as low as possible, and the dead weight including the lead wire was kept to 14.2g. This allows it to be mounted on a lightweight tonearm. The lightweight headshell is characterized by a nimble and responsive sound. Enjoy the light and powerful sound like never before.
| Material | Body: Pure titanium Fingering part: Pure titanium Connector sleeve and stopper pin: Pure titanium Connector terminal pin: Pure copper, non-magnetic gold-plated pin Connector insulation material: Teflon |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 18(W)x 50(L)x 16(H) |
| Dead weight | 14.2g |
| Shell Reed |
HS-6: Standard shell lead included HS-6S: Teflon-insulated, extra thick copper shell lead included |
| Accessories | Titanium mounting screws 6mm, 8mm, 12mm, 15mm 4 types |
The HS-6 / HS-6S is a headshell that features a thorough lightweight and high-rigidity design that is machined from all-titanium. In actual reviews and user comments, we often first mention the speed at which the sound rises and the changes in the way information is produced.
The structure has been stripped down to the limit, so the contours of the sound are very sharp, and the entire reproduction is at high speed. In classical and jazz, the overlap of sounds is organized and the subtle nuances and movement of the performance become clearer, while the low frequencies maintain a core and strength without relying on a sense of volume. The strings and winds attack sharply, and the sharpness of the rhythm stands out.
The tone is cool and clear throughout, and the sound field is neatly expanded. It is not the type that adds excessive thickness or luster, but it greatly improves resolution and precision. In the review, the expression "the sound is not lighter, but the waste is removed and the density increases" is appropriate.
It goes well with pop music and vocal playback, and the outline of the voice is clear, resulting in bright and clean expressions. It is effective when you want to bring out the personality of the cartridge in a straightforward way rather than a combination that requires warmth, and it can be said to be a strong choice when aiming for a cool and clear sound.
