OYAIDE HS-CF head shell

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All items are in original boxes and shipped from Japan.
Condition : New, all accessories are included.

Emotional and exciting moments. "HS-CF" was created by quickly sensing the needs of the times. A solitary presence that overwhelms others. “ Words are no longer needed to express HS-CF. Anyone can easily feel the hidden potential within HS-CF at a glance.

The unique character of HS-CF is strongly expressed in the design, which exudes a Spartan atmosphere amidst the carbon fiber texture, the brilliance of the matte silver finger hook, and the elegance. 4.0mm thick CFRP (17 layer prepreg material) is molded from an integrated angle using a mold. Achieves smooth damping without changing the vibration moment.

The socket part is made by press-fitting resin into an aluminum coupling, and the contact pin is made of brass with gold plating. In addition, a shell lead made of 5N sterling silver wire wrapped in double silk is included, and a rhodium-plated phosphor bronze shell tip is attached to the terminal.

【features】
●CFRP shell
What is most required by the head shell. It is lightweight, yet highly rigid and tough, and quickly attenuates vibrations. Oyaide Electric has selected CFRP as the best material to meet those requirements.

The 4mm thick shell is made of 17 layers of prepreg material (carbon fiberboard). In order to maximize vibration damping characteristics from the design stage, all but one layer in the center were aligned in a single direction. Additionally, the matrix uses high-toughness epoxy resin, and the strength properties do not change semi-permanently. Furthermore, we are particular about the shape. The shell part is integrally angle molded using a mold, as it dislikes the disturbance of the vibration moment caused by bonding with adhesive. Each piece is then machined using CNC machining and completed as a part.

Oyaide Electric's commitment to high quality is also demonstrated in the CFRP material that forms the head shell. The core prepreg material is Toray's high-strength carbon fiber "T700", which is also used in Boeing's new aircraft. The surface material uses Toray's carbon fiber "T300" (1K cloth). This carbon cloth gives a strong impression of the charm of HS-CF, which exudes a Spartan atmosphere despite its elegance.

●shell lead wire (HSR-AG)
Because it's simple, you have to make it. This is both the philosophy and craftsmanship of Oyaide electricity. The shell lead wire also has an Oyaide electric feel to it.

Under advanced production control, we perform continuous casting using a high-frequency electric furnace, cold rolling in 19 steps, annealing twice, drawing with diamond dies, skin pass processing, etc., and not only have high purity silver, but also crystal grain boundaries. Uses high-quality "high-purity silver wire" with no gaps. These 0.2mm 5N sterling silver single wires manufactured under advanced production control are twisted into 7 pieces to ensure sufficient cross-sectional area (0.2sq. Conductor resistance was suppressed to the maximum.

The insulator uses double insulation using silk thread. The purpose of using natural materials is to achieve clean signal transmission without charging the static electricity generated during analog playback.

Resin-based materials (PVC, fluororesin, etc..)) is a material that is easily charged with static electricity due to the action of negative charge. Silk, on the other hand, is a material that is less likely to be charged by static electricity and has excellent electrical properties. Similarly, the glass fiber sleeve used for the exterior is a material that is highly insulating and resistant to static electricity.

The shell tips attached to the terminals also have a strong Oyaide electric feel to them. The base material is phosphor bronze with high springiness, increasing the adhesion rate with contact pins. Furthermore, the surface is plated with rhodium to prevent oxidation.


【product specifications】
・Product name: HS-CF
・Shell: 4.0mm thick CFRP (17 layer prepreg material)
・Socket: Aluminum coupling Press-fit resin insulation
・Contact: Brass gold plated
・Dimensions: L=56mm W=20mm H=15.9mm
・accessories:
5N sterling silver shell lead HSR-AG (installed on HS-CF)
Aluminum screws (2 M2.6/length 7mm, 2 M2.6/length 12mm)
Aluminat (2 M2.6 sizes)

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