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Amane

IKEDA — Cartridges

Amane

A monumental moving-coil instrument engineered for absolute sonic purity.

The Amane stands as a testament to the pursuit of analog perfection, representing a peak in Ikeda Sound Labs' engineering heritage. It is a substantial, precision-built instrument designed to provide a deep, immersive soundstage and an unparalleled level of transparency across the frequency spectrum. Built to thrive in high-performance analog setups, the Amane employs a sophisticated generator architecture that balances extreme sensitivity with robust structural integrity. Its weight and physical mass are carefully calibrated to maintain perfect contact with the record surface, ensuring that even the most complex musical passages are reproduced with effortless authority. Sonically, the Amane is characterized by its remarkable tonal balance and dynamic composure. It avoids artificial coloration, instead presenting a sound that is both textured and organic, allowing the listener to perceive the authentic character of every instrument and the ambient space of the original recording.

Key Features

01

High-mass architecture

Designed with a significant physical mass of approximately 35g to provide superior stability during groove tracking.

02

Precision generator

Features a high-efficiency magnetic system to ensure accurate signal extraction with minimal internal resistance.

03

Universal arm compatibility

Engineered specifically for use with high-quality universal tonearms capable of supporting high-mass cartridges.

Engineering Philosophy

Chapter 01

Engineering Philosophy

The Amane is built upon the foundational belief that mechanical stability is the key to analog fidelity. By increasing the mass and structural rigidity of the cartridge, Ikeda has created a platform that effectively nullifies external vibrations and internal resonances, allowing the generator to work in an environment of absolute stillness.
Sonic Signature

Chapter 02

Sonic Signature

Listeners can expect a presentation defined by its scale and authority. The Amane does not simply reproduce sound; it conveys the weight, texture, and acoustic space of a performance, creating a highly coherent and holographic soundstage that remains balanced from the deepest bass to the most delicate treble extensions.

Specifications

TypeMoving Coil (MC)
Power / output0.3mV (1kHz)
WeightApproximately 35g
Impedance2.5 Ω
Appropriate stylus pressure2.0±0.2g