Koetsu

About Koetsu

Koetsu is a legendary Japanese HiFi brand renowned for its handcrafted moving coil phono cartridges. Founded by Yoshiaki Sugano and named in honor of the artist Honami Koetsu, the company blends high-purity materials such as 6N copper and rare magnet alloys with natural woods and stone. Koetsu cartridges are built by master craftsmen, with a reputation for exceptional musicality, harmonic detail, and unique sonic character. Production is highly limited, and models like the Rosewood Signature, Urushi series, and stone body cartridges are considered masterpieces by audiophiles worldwide. The brand's artisanal legacy continues under the stewardship of the founder's family and original artisans, making Koetsu a touchstone in analog audio.