Hana SL Mono

Shibata Stylus

Mono records pre-dated stereo LPs and then existed side-by-side through most of the 1960s. The Hana SL Mono represents the most musical and affordable means to enjoy both the classic records of that era as well as today’s mono re-issues. Embodying the highly acclaimed sound of the Hana SL, the SL Mono, with its special generator and Shibata stylus, optimizes playback of mono LPs. Whether mounted to a second tonearm, Universal headshell, or dedicated mono turntable, the SL Mono lets you get the most from Basie, Ellington, Beatles, Hendrix, the Stones, and all great mono recordings. 

REVIEW & AWARDS

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"Personally, I have no problem spending four figures for a great mono cartridge, but the new Hana SL Mono is $750, and it is in league with the mono cartridges from EMT, Miyajima and Ortofon SPU. Yes, the SL Mono lacks a little of the bloom in the midrange of these cartridges and a little of their tonal color, but it is very musical and quite a bargain. If you have been considering a mono cartridge and don’t want to break the bank, I highly recommend the Hana SL Mono." 

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"I really liked these cartridges as they were fuss free and just got on with their job of producing great music. The low output for me was better but this doesn’t mean the high output was poor or wouldn’t be preferred by some listeners. If you only have a moving magnet input on your amp or pre amp then the high output version is a no brainer. " 

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"Hana's superb SL Mono cartridge is a must-hear for anyone serious about authentic, no-compromise monophonic audio. There will be no more mono records tracked by a stereo cartridge chez Pickford, that's for sure! Less is more, so there's only one way I'm going – Back to Mono. " - John Pickford

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