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JICO Product Glossary Directory

【NUDE Conical Tip】

A model in which the entire tip of the stylus is made of diamond.
The entire tip of a NUDE Stylus is composed of diamond, as opposed to bonded tips.
Stylus tip with standard conical shape (tip R0.7mil).
The average playing time is about 200 hours.

【NUDE Elliptical Tip】

A model in which the entire tip of the stylus is made of diamond.
Compared to the NUDE Conical Stylus, this needle tip has an Elliptical-shaped cross section when being made. This is to increase and enhance the treble range’s extension.
The average playing time is about 150 hours.

【SAS/B – Boron】

JICO original, high-quality, long-life model.
Boron is utilized with this specific cantilever and is an excellent material for recreating delicate sounds from classical music.
The information from the record groove will be traced at a more precise reproduction compared to an aluminum cantilever.
The average playing time is about 500 hours.

【SAS/S – Sapphire】

JICO original, high-quality, long-life model.
This cantilever is made of sapphire, which has high strength and rigidity
that enhances the reproducibility of sounds etched on analog records.
When compared to standard aluminum cantilevers, each sound is unique,
and voices are especially clear with the Sapphire cantilever.
A clean impression of a higher-resolution sound compared to the Boron cantilever (SAS/B).
The average playing time is about 500 hours.

【SAS/R – Ruby】

JICO original, high-quality, long-life model.
The cantilever is made of ruby.
As well as having the characteristics of the sapphire cantilever, the cantilever finish tapers towards the stylus tip.
As a result, the stylus tip’s moving structure is kept small, and the groove from a record can vibrate exquisitely and accurately to convey authentic and genuine information.
The sound reproduction output is deeper than the boron cantilever type (SAS/B), giving a feeling of being in the presence of a recorded performance.
The average playing time is about 500 hours.

【IMP】

An abbreviation for “Improved,” it is used to denote JICO’s product line featuring models with stylus protection guard covers.
All JICO products that include “IMP” in their names include the guard covers.

【DJ SERIES】

In order to reduce needle jump by scratch etc., we set the tracking force heavier than genuine Shure’s products. The tracking force for all 4 models is 3.5 – 4.5 g.
This difference of tracking forces between “DJ SERIES” and the other products (including original Shure stylus) might cause troubles such as needle jumping, so please be careful to set the proper tracking force before use.

【AURORA】

The AURORA type styli use the material which glows in the dark for the plastic resin part. It allows for enhanced visibility and adds a bit of flair to the DJ booth with a fluorescent stylus.

【CUSTOM SHOP】

The following titles are the two catagories of the JICO brands that provide Record Styli and Analogue Products:
●CUSTOM SHOP
●REPLACEMENT STYLUS

CUSTOM SHOP is as a JICO Original Brand, products are developed by utilizing our own technological expertise to uphold the standards of manufacturer’s requirements.
The CUSTOM SHOP brand delivers superior record styli and products of higher quality in comparison to the REPLACEMENT STYLUS brand.
Products that use the Stylus Tips “NUDE”, “SAS/B”, “SAS/S”, “SAS/R” and the models “MORITA”, “DJ”, are all part of the CUSTOM SHOP brand.

EXAMPLE:
Record Styli compatible with the Shure V15 TYPE3

CUSTOM SHOP Category

・VN35E NUDE Elliptical
・VN35E SAS/B
・VN35E SAS/S
・VN35E SAS/R
・VN35 KUROGAKI NUDE
・VN35 USHIKOROSHI NUDE
・VN35MRB II
・VN35EBN

【REPLACEMENT STYLUS】

The following titles are the two catagories of the JICO brands that provide Record Styli and Analogue Products:
●CUSTOM SHOP
●REPLACEMENT STYLUS

These are replacement styli that were previously available as a third-party product. These needles can be replaced with genuine needles from a variety of record styli manufacturers.
The product tip shapes under this category brand include the “Conical,” “Elliptical,” “S Elliptical,” “Shibata,” “SP,” and “MONO” Styli.

EXAMPLE:
Record Styli compatible with the Shure V15 TYPE3

REPLACEMENT STYLUS Category

・VN35E Elliptical
・VN35HE Elliptical

【M44G/M44-7】

A classic MM cartridge was previously released by SHURE and the production of this cartridge was discontinued in the summer of 2018.
In response, JICO proceeded with the development of alternate replacement models, the “J44D” and “J44A 7.” These reissue models aim to recreate the characteristics of the original cartridge.

【J44D/J44A 7】

J44D produces a well balanced and solid sound.Generates a broad, smooth sound with a musical audio response and 3D audio image, similar to the specification of the genuine Shure M44G cartridge.
J44A 7 provides a lively, vigorous, and dynamic sound.Reproduces powerful bass frequencies with a smooth, balanced sound, similar to the specification of the genuine Shure M44-7 cartridge.

【N44G/N44-7】

Replacement styli that are compatible with the genuine Shure cartridges “M44G” and “M44-7”. These styli can also be used interchangeably with JICO’s J44 series cartridges.
The 44 series styli from JICO are designed to have the same specifications as the genuine products from Shure in three aspects:
1) The round shape of the stylus tip
2) The height from the record surface to the base of the cantilever.
3) The angle at which the tip contacts the record surface.

【MORITA~Wood Carving Cantilever~】

“MORITA” stylus, generated by one of the reticent craftsmen, Kotaro Morita, has truly been a “reticent” craftsman for the past half century, the day since he started the service with our company, JICO.
The intention of this product is to recognize the brand under his “name” with the belief in purpose to send and express Kotaro Morita’s spirit, technology, and achievements to future generations.

【KUROGAKI】

A Cantilever made of Japanese Black Persimmon rare and valuable high-grade precious wood.
Provides a pleasant lively overall warm tone for vocals and instruments. Producing a clear deep sound to the mid to low range. Delivering a soft sound experience to musical instruments from a record groove.
A Conical stylus tip with an average playing time of around 200 hours.

【USHIKOROSHI】

A model with a Cantilever made from Christmas Berry Wood AKA- Ox Killer. This product has an appealing mid-bass sound that is tense and powerful, making it suitable for music with a lot of intensity.
A Conical stylus tip with an average playing time of around 200 hours.

【YURUSHI-IRO】

A model with a Cantilever crafted from the material of Pink Ivory.
The individual notes are incredibly delicate, and the high frequencies come through exceptionally well, resulting in an overall pristine sound quality.
A Conical stylus tip with an average playing time of around 200 hours.
*’YURUSHI-IRO’ is the Japanese name for the color pink and holds traditional significance in Japan.

【OMNIA】

”OMNIA” is complete cartridge set, which consists of a J44 type cartridge and N44 stylus model that will be attached to an original JICO Headshells including the lead Wires & mounting screws.

【VN35EBN】

“BASIE” is a Jazz Cafe operated by Shoji “Swifty” Sugawara.
BASIE is a long-established Jazz Cafe located in Ichinoseki City, Iwate Prefecture, a famous place visited by many music enthusiasts and celebrities. Mr. Shoji Sugawara has been the owner of the cafe for 50 years, and after a long period of development, trial and error, we have finally achieved the precise sound that he has been pursuing.
Shoji “SWIFTY” Sugawara has been using the “Shure VN35E” and “Shure VN35MR” for over more than 40 years, and this product is an exchange needle that faithfully reproduces the sound of the SHURE styli by making full use of the technology we have cultivated.

【SETO-HORI REMODEL】

A JICO’s original MC cartridge.The headshell and cartridge’s center of gravity, which are machined from aluminum and copper alloy ingots, are positioned directly on the tonearm’s centerline for maximum sensitivity when tracing a record. Additionally, the screw-free integrated body allows for a lower degree of coarse resonance.
SETO-HORI REMODEL is a unique technological fused balance of Traditional Japanese craftsmanship and Cutting-edge engineering.

【J50】

Compared with J44 enhanced powerful “PUNCH” to the reproduction of BASS from analog record.
If you prefer to low sound, J50 is suitable for you.
Also, we offer to kit for J50 with MORITA wooden cantilever.

【IMPACT】

Designed for DJ use and performances.
The IMPACT is more suggested for the Club DJ (mix, blend) over the DJ that scratches/beat juggles due the overpower bass sound.
Scratching will have an overwhelming sound on the output, sounding like there is too much bass.