Jico: J44D / Improved / Nude / Cartridge (J-AAC0059, J-AAC0620, M44G Clone)

The Jico J44D cartridge is an excellent high - quality substitute for Shure's discontinued M44G. It's crafted to closely match the original's exact specs. The upgraded nude conical diamond stylus delivers high - fidelity sound. It comes with a clear stylus guard. The SD option features a synthetic diamond tip stylus, offering performance on par with natural diamonds at a lower cost. It reproduces powerful bass frequencies with a smooth and balanced sound. Hand - made in Japan, it has an aluminum tubular cantilever. With a tracking force of 3.5 - 4.5 g, a frequency range of 20 Hz – 20 kHz, and a weight of 5.6g, it outputs 6 mV. It arrives in a protective plastic case. Note that mounting hardware and headshell wires are not included. It performs as well as, if not better than, the original M44G, making it the best alternative to hard - to - find deadstock M44G cartridges.

Using the Jico J44D cartridge is straightforward. First, make sure your turntable is off. Carefully place the cartridge in the right position on your turntable's headshell. Remember, mounting hardware and headshell wires are not included, so you'll need to provide those. Once it's mounted, set the tracking force between 3.5 - 4.5 g according to your turntable's requirements. When using, always handle the stylus gently to avoid damage. After each use, put the stylus guard back on to protect the delicate stylus. Keep the cartridge in its protective plastic case when not in use. For maintenance, clean the stylus regularly with a stylus brush. Store the cartridge in a dry and clean place to ensure long - term performance.