The core part of the transformer is installed with “EX Type” 78% permalloy core having superb inductance property, achieving to create a wide performance range. Likewise, the shield case chose to use the same material in order to aim for the decrease in the noise components. “Damping material, Sorbothane” carrying high vibration absorbing characteristics located on the transformer support, effectively works to improve the distortions of the sound.

The outer base and aluminum housing applied by the Japanese traditional craft “URUSHI・漆” lacquering presents a beautiful shine and texture art, which also contributes to the overall rigidity. Each piece is hand lacquered by the traditional craftsmen creating an artistic work of art.

The Etsuro MC cartridges series was jointly developed by Mr. Masao Okada, CEO/CTO of Excel Sound Co., Ltd., which has more than half a centuryʼs experience manufacturing MC cartridge, and Mr. Etsuro Akiyama of Dai-Ichi Shoji Co., Ltd. which has been exporting audio equipment including phono cartridges and electronic measuring instruments since the 1970’s. The two companies started manufacturing the Etsuro MC Cartridge series to aim for the highest Japanese quality, which has never existed in the past, and to challenge high-end audiophiles around the world with this work of art.

President Okada of Excel Sound created the Etsuro model by focusing on the high-fidelity characteristic of the sound being transferred from the groove of the record to the audio equipment while being a low output MC Cartridge. With this characteristic, the cartridge is able to extract natural sounds from the record with transparency in all sound ranges. You will be able to enjoy the reality of multiple atmospheres, ranging from an orchestra playing classical Western music to a piano, vocals, a brass band, indoor music, and a symphony played by an orchestra in a concert hall.