Considering installing Hana ml,advice please

[rayolight]

I currently have an Audio Technica vm95sh installed on a Clearaudio Concept turntable . I am considering upgrading to a Hana ml cartridge, but am not sure if the turntable is good enough for the cartridge and also is it going to be a noticeable improvement on the current cartridge. Unfortunately not able to get a demo on the cartridge, am only going on reviews that I have read. I would appreciate any comments from anyone who has experience of the Hana ml, and also anyone who has it installed on a Clearaudio Concept turntable
Thanks

 

[Al ears]

I currently have an Audio Technica vm95sh installed on a Clearaudio Concept turntable . I am considering upgrading to a Hana ml cartridge, but am not sure if the turntable is good enough for the cartridge and also is it going to be a noticeable improvement on the current cartridge. Unfortunately not able to get a demo on the cartridge, am only going on reviews that I have read. I would appreciate any comments from anyone who has experience of the Hana ml, and also anyone who has it installed on a Clearaudio Concept turntable
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What phono preamp do you have?
You'll need a good one to get the best out of this cartridge.
Not sure about the pairing with that tonearm as I don't know it's effective mass.

 

[rayolight]

What phono preamp do you have?
You'll need a good one to get the best out of this cartridge.
Not sure about the pairing with that tonearm as I don't know it's effective mass.

I have 2 to choose from Music Fidelity MX Vynl and Vincent Ph701 which is a Hybrid, the Vincent is connected at the moment. I believe the effective mass of the arm is 9gm

 

[Al ears]

I have 2 to choose from Music Fidelity MX Vynl and Vincent Ph701 which is a Hybrid, the Vincent is connected at the moment. I believe the effective mass of the arm is 9gm

I believe both those phono preamps can accommodate a low output moving coil cartridge so absolutely no reason I wouldn't buy the Hana ML, it should do well on your turntable but must admit I have never owned a Clearaudio deck.

 

[rayolight]

I appreciate your comments. I purchased the Vincent as I like the warm sound of valve,and must admit to the fun of tube rolling to alter the sound.The clearaudio turntable performs well, and is ultra quiet in operation. Am waiting for Black Friday now as hoping for a good price from one of the Spanish audio suppliers. 😃

 

[Al ears]

I appreciate your comments. I purchased the Vincent as I like the warm sound of valve,and must admit to the fun of tube rolling to alter the sound.The clearaudio turntable performs well, and is ultra quiet in operation. Am waiting for Black Friday now as hoping for a good price from one of the Spanish audio suppliers. 😃

Best of luck.
If you do get one come back and let us know what you think of it.

 

[rayolight]

Best of luck.
If you do get one come back and let us know what you think of it.

Will do👍

 

[Integralista]

Hi, lucky man. You got a truly excellent turntable. Hana ML is a solid partner. Your Concept Turntable is designed to match also "home made" cartridges from Clearaudio itself up to Clearaudio Talisman V2 (2000 eur🥲). So good is your turntable. Vincent tube phono with separate power supply is a nice combo. Here is again Clearaudio very strong. This is one of very best turntable systems manufacturers on our blue planet.

 

[rayolight]

Hi, lucky man. You got a truly excellent turntable. Hana ML is a solid partner. Your Concept Turntable is designed to match also "home made" cartridges from Clearaudio itself up to Clearaudio Talisman V2 (2000 eur🥲). So good is your turntable. Vincent tube phono with separate power supply is a nice combo. Here is again Clearaudio very strong. This is one of very best turntable systems manufacturers on our blue planet.

Thanks for your encouraging comments, one of the reasons I am looking at the Hana ml is apparently it's easier to setup,from what I have read( and I've read a lot),at parallel position to record, it gives a true 93 degree angle,and all of the sides are straight which at my years is a huge benefit. Just hoping that my ears are capable of appreciating the full effect of it.

 

[Integralista]

Hi, no problem with your choice of cartridge. I am also long (26 years) user of Rega turntables and currently I am not using any Rega cartridge, even they are very good. When you get your Hana cartridge, pls. share your impressions from setup and sound. BR.

 

[rayolight]

Hi, no problem with your choice of cartridge. I am also long (26 years) user of Rega turntables and currently I am not using any Rega cartridge, even they are very good. When you get your Hana cartridge, pls. share your impressions from setup and sound. BR.

Thanks for your input, will put a post on when I get it👍

 

[good_enough]

Thanks for your encouraging comments, one of the reasons I am looking at the Hana ml is apparently it's easier to setup,from what I have read( and I've read a lot),at parallel position to record, it gives a true 93 degree angle,and all of the sides are straight which at my years is a huge benefit. Just hoping that my ears are capable of appreciating the full effect of it.

Do take the opportunity to experiment with the VTA to get it 'just right'. From the look of it your turntable has pretty simple adjustment. On my Hana SH (yes I know it has a different suspension) I found the sweet spot was with it very slightly 'nose down'. And the differences either way were quite noticeable. As with anything HiFi, ears are the best meter.

 

[rayolight]

Do take the opportunity to experiment with the VTA to get it 'just right'. From the look of it your turntable has pretty simple adjustment. On my Hana SH (yes I know it has a different suspension) I found the sweet spot was with it very slightly 'nose down'. And the differences either way were quite noticeable. As with anything HiFi, ears are the best meter.

Thanks for that,will take your comments on board.👍

 

[spl84]

I've heard good things about the Hana ml...

 

[rayolight]

I've heard good things about the Hana ml...

Hoping to have one by next week, will keep you posted on how it performs 👍

 

[rayolight]

Finally got my cartridge, very straightforward to set up ,plenty of straight edges for lining up.
Amazed how little noise generated,as in my experience of mc cartridges they do tend to suffer from background hum and are a beast to resolve. Already I can here a noticeable improvement against my AT oc9xsh. There is more clarity to instruments, a keener sense of being there ,great soundstage ,and more timbre to bells and cymbals. Very fortunate to have purchased it new for under £600,one of the bonuses of living in Spain, can highly recommend it👌

 

[Al ears]

Finally got my cartridge, very straightforward to set up ,plenty of straight edges for lining up.
Amazed how little noise generated,as in my experience of mc cartridges they do tend to suffer from background hum and are a beast to resolve. Already I can here a noticeable improvement against my AT oc9xsh. There is more clarity to instruments, a keener sense of being there ,great soundstage ,and more timbre to bells and cymbals. Very fortunate to have purchased it new for under £600,one of the bonuses of living in Spain, can highly recommend it👌

I feel a trip to Spain coming on.....
Don't know how you managed to get it for that price.
I'd buy one tomorrow if I could get it for what you paid.

 

[rayolight]

I feel a trip to Spain coming on.....
Don't know how you managed to get it for that price.
I'd buy one tomorrow if I could get it for what you paid.

I've been watching prices for ages,hoping for a Black Friday deal,then this came up as Stock Liquidation ,couldn't believe my luck ,only 3 available, but fortunately managed to get one,710 euros or £591.84 at today's rate, feel blessed, best birthday present ever,happy days 👍

 

[Al ears]

I've been watching prices for ages,hoping for a Black Friday deal,then this came up as Stock Liquidation ,couldn't believe my luck ,only 3 available, but fortunately managed to get one,710 euros or £591.84 at today's rate, feel blessed, best birthday present ever,happy days 👍

You're a very lucky man, that's pretty much half the UK price.
Enjoy, not jealous at all.....