Description
The JICO Clipper-S MM cartridge marks a new chapter in JICO’s history of analog innovation. Building on the success of the original Clipper—developed for S-shaped and J-shaped tonearms—the Clipper-S has been purpose-built for the growing number of vinyl enthusiasts using straight tonearms.
Traditional headshells often cause misalignment and can risk damaging records when mounted on straight arms. The Clipper-S solves this with its precision-engineered angled headshell, delivering proper alignment, smooth tracking, and a natural, musical sound.
At its heart, the Clipper-S features JICO’s world-first tapered S-cantilever, combining ultra-low mass with high rigidity for exceptional accuracy. Paired with a nude diamond conical tip, the cartridge excels in reproducing vocals and instruments with clarity, vibrancy, and detail across a full frequency range.
The Clipper-S also offers compatibility with KORG’s handytraxx series, including the handytraxx Tube and handytraxx 1bit, making it an ideal solution for portable vinyl playback as well as audiophile home systems.
With its sleek design, intuitive usability, and engineering excellence, the Clipper-S continues JICO’s tradition of blending craftsmanship with cutting-edge design, inspiring both today’s record collectors and future generations of vinyl lovers.
Technical data:
Headshell: Angled, universal type (straight tonearm compatible)
Needle material: Solid natural diamond
Needle shape: Conical
Tip diameter: 0.12 mm
Frequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
Output voltage: 5.0 mV – 8.0 mV
Load impedance: 47 kΩ
DC resistance: 1.38 kΩ
Compliance: L4.6 / V5.1
Channel balance: ≤ 1.5 dB
Channel separation (1 kHz): 20 dB
Tonearm mount: 1/2 inch standard mount
Cartridge type: MM (Moving Magnet)
Cantilever: Aluminium (JICO Original tapered S-cantilever)
Tip size: 0.7 mm
Tracking force: 2.0 ± 0.2 g
Stylus life: ~200 hours
Weight: approx. 16.7 g (incl. headshell)
Housing material: UVCRM resin (Ultra Violet Curable Resin Mixture)
Screw material: Stainless steel
Screw length: 18 mm
Colour: Glossy black
Application: Audiophile, Hi-Fi, portable vinyl systems
