SAI

The SAI serves as the distinguished successor to the iconic 9MUSA-U, meticulously engineered to reclaim the vibrant, detailed character that defines the Ikeda legacy. By combining traditional craftsmanship with state-of-the-art materials, it offers an uncompromising playback experience for the most demanding vinyl enthusiasts. At the core of the SAI is an integrated headshell design that merges natural Karin wood with pure copper and aluminium components. This bespoke housing is not merely decorative; it provides exceptional structural rigidity and resonance control, allowing the high-efficiency magnetic circuit to perform without interference. Listeners will experience a sonic character that is both remarkably sharp and harmonically rich. With a boron cantilever and micro-ridge stylus, the SAI retrieves micro-details with clinical precision while maintaining a balanced, expressive tonal quality. It is an instrument designed to breathe life into every recording, ensuring that the listener feels the presence and energy of the original performance.