IKEDAの最上位モデル


発電方式:MC型
出力電圧:0.3mV
適正針圧:2.0±0.2g
インピーダンス:2.5Ω
質量:12g
Capturing the Very “Breath” Etched into Every Record
— Akiko Ishiyama, Cartridge Builder at IKEDA Sound Labs.
Written in 2017
In pursuit of how best to extract and faithfully transmit the delicate sounds engraved in every record groove, we have now reached a new milestone with the release of the evolved 9xx.
The cantilever is made of boron, chosen for its exceptional vibration transmission characteristics, and the stylus features a micro-ridge tip capable of tracing even the highest frequency ranges with precision.
The base is crafted from titanium, while the body is made of aluminum alloy—both are meticulously machined from solid blocks, buff-polished, and then finished with a layer of black rhodium plating.
This unique combination of “softness” and “hardness” results in a rich, expressive tonal character, unlocking a new level of musical energy that was previously unfelt.
and experience the rich soundstage and the deep, full-bodied bass that only vinyl can deliver.
The coil impedance is rated at 2.5 Ω, delivering an output of 0.3 mV. For a low-impedance cartridge, this is relatively high, suggesting a highly efficient design.
A boron cantilever and micro-ridge stylus are employed. The base is precisely machined from solid titanium, and the body from aluminum alloy—both are buff-polished and then finished with a black rhodium plating.
The substantial body weight of the cartridge immediately inspires confidence. Its mass inherently suppresses unwanted vibration—much like a rock-solid foundation for a building. This minimizes mechanical loss and ensures that no part of the signal is lost in transmission.
As a result, the amount of musical information is remarkably rich. The noise floor is exceptionally low, to the point where it feels as though the S/N ratio of the entire system has improved.
With Baroque music, the presentation is strikingly pure—completely free from sonic “grime.” Strings and basso continuo instruments like the harpsichord sound lush and radiant.
The piano, with its complex harmonic structure, gains in expressive power. The articulation is clearly defined down to the finest detail, and even the most subtle nuances are retrieved without a trace of smearing.
Orchestral recordings are equally impressive, not only due to their density but because of an extraordinary level of resolution. The reproduction is vivid to an almost surreal degree.
Model Name: IKEDA 9xx
Generator Type: Moving Coil (MC)
Output Voltage: 0.3 mV
Recommended Tracking Force: 2.0 ± 0.2 g
Impedance: 2.5 Ω
Weight: 12 g
