Transfiguration Audio

About Transfiguration Audio

Transfiguration Audio was a Japanese high-end audio brand renowned for its moving coil (MC) phono cartridges that prioritized natural, transparent sound and advanced engineering. Signature models like the Temper, Orpheus, Axia, Phoenix, and Proteus earned acclaim for their unique magnet-coil assembly, optimizing coil placement within ring magnets for highly linear frequency response, reduced moving mass, and vivid musical presentation. The brand was founded and led by Seiji Yoshioka, whose technical innovations defined Transfiguration's sonic character. Following Yoshioka's passing, the company ceased operations, making its products sought after by audiophiles and collectors.