"...the optical cartridge offers a more open, dynamic, pacey and detailed sound, delivering excitement and energy while capturing subtle nuances in the mix and individual musicians’ contributions."
AUGUST 13, 2025
“Hana’s reputation for fine-sounding moving coil cartridges began with some extremely good value models that offered a glimpse of the high-end without the high-end prices. But the likes of the Hana ML left people wondering what a high-end Hana design might sound like… The Umami Red is that rare jewel in phono cartridges; a design that gives you both the sort of detail and precision of sound that presents whatever music you put on the platter with a laser-guided focus on the recording itself, and musical grace and passion.”
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