YC02

About the YC02

The Yamamoto YC-02 is a high-fidelity low impedance moving coil cartridge designed for audiophiles seeking detailed and emotionally rich analog playback. It features a thick gauge piano wire tension support (0.14mm) for a stronger, more realistic midband reproduction, differing from typical thinner wires used in other MC cartridges. The cartridge body is crafted from African blackwood, housing a neodymium magnet and a cantilever designed for optimal information retrieval. It delivers an output voltage of approximately 0.25mV at 1kHz and 5cm/sec velocity, with a frequency response spanning 20 Hz to 20 kHz. The YC-02 requires a compatible step-up transformer due to its low impedance of 1.2 ohms to achieve proper loading and optimal sound quality. It is praised for its superb soundstage and precise instrument placement, producing a warm, lush, and inviting sound without harshness or brightness. The cartridge weighs around 8 grams and includes four sets of M2.6 brass and gold-plated attachment screws. The recommended tracking force ranges from 1.2 to 2.0 grams. The YC-02 is considered a premium analog cartridge offering exceptional detail retrieval and emotional musicality.