Description Awards 　Stereo Sound 　　Stereo Sound BEST BUY COMPONENTS 2012-2013 1st prize in phono cartridge category 　　Stereo Sound BEST BUY COMPONENTS 2013-2014 3rd place in phono cartridge category 　Ongen Publishing Co. 　　Audio Excellence Award 2013 Bronze Prize 　　analog Grand Prix 2013 Gold Award 　Seibundo Shinkosha 　　2012 MJ Technology of the Year in analog equipment category Feedback of magnetic circuit technology from the PP-1000 　The magnetic circuit structure incorporates the technology of the flagship model PP-1000, and the materials, processing, and finishing have been greatly refined and cost-consciously improved. 　The magnet has been changed to samarium cobalt, and we have succeeded in reproducing the sense of sound field and vividness of the PP-1000, which had been difficult to reproduce with the P-3. ◆Inheritance of high sound quality body structure 　The duralumin base and body, which were highly acclaimed in the P-3, continue to be used, and DLC (Diamond Like Carbon) treatment* has been applied to the structure for superior rigidity and vibration damping characteristics. 　DLC (Diamond Like Carbon) is a generic term for a thin carbon film with high hardness and electrical insulation properties similar to diamond, synthesized by a vapor phase synthesis method using ions. ◆Inheritance of high sound quality materials 　The PP-1000 inherits the high sound quality materials proven in other models including the PP-1000, such as the cantilever made of solid boron, the generator coil made of 6N oxygen-free copper wire, and the pure iron coil bobbin, all of which have been well-reputed. Product Specifications Power generation method: Moving coil type Impedance: 4Ω Optimum needle pressure: 2.0g Output Voltage: 0.28mV (1kHz 50mm/s horizontal direction) or higher Compliance: 8.0×10(e-6)cm/dyne Playback frequency range: 10Hz to 30kHz Separation: 30dB or better (1kHz) Channel balance: within 1dB (1kHz) Body weight: 11.1g Stylus tip: Diamond (line contact / curvature 0.03 x 0.003mm) Shipping We attach the tracking number to all items. We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as “gifts” – Japan, US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior. There may be a delay depending on the delivery status of each country. The tracking number may not be reflected depending on the delivery status. About Importer’s Obligation Import duties, taxes and fees are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the responsibility of the buyer. Please check with your country’s customs office to determine how much these additional costs will be before bidding or purchasing. Please note the voltage, etc. corresponding to your country. Manufacturer’s warranty applies only in Japan. Listing and template services provided by inkFrog